TRC #653: Ethics In Scientific Research with Dr. Robbins and Dr. Robbins
On Saturday the world lost a world renowned cardiovascular researcher in a tragic accident. It was the day of his 50th wedding anniversary. Over the course of his 50-year career, he published more th...
25 Elo 202255min
TRC #652: JWST With Dr. Stu Robbins + Rogers Outage
It's been a while since we had our favourite planetary scientist Astro Stu on the show! Stuart gives us a breakdown on the James Webb Space Telescope, what we're seeing in released images, and what's ...
4 Elo 202230min
TRC #651: LaMDA Sentient? + Is Chlorine Smell From Pee? + 'Reality+' Overview
Le Gang is back together at last! We kick off with an interesting discussion about a claim that the Google LaMDA Chatbot has become sentient. Adam investigates whether the smell most people associate ...
13 Heinä 202232min
TRC #650: Dishwasher Vs Hand Washing + Dog Breed & Behavior + 'The Road To Unfreedom'
In an effort to settle a hot household debate, Cristina looks into whether it's more eco and pocket friendly to hand wash dishes versus using your dishwasher. Adam checks out a new study that suggests...
6 Kesä 202227min
TRC #649: Is Russia Committing Genocide In Ukraine? + No Ugly Old Buildings?
Russia invaded Ukraine on February 24 and since that time have committed all manner of atrocities. But is it genocide? Darren tackles this difficult topic. Next, Adam looks into the idea that there ...
24 Huhti 202224min
TRC #648: Slapgate Conspiracy + The Science Of Moonfall
As Will Smith's slap during the Academy Awards trends online, a picture of the moment has gone viral suggesting Chris Rock wore a prosthetic cheek pad. Cristina digs into it. Next, Adam takes a look a...
18 Huhti 202230min
TRC #647: Coalitions Are Democratic?
On Tuesday, March 22, the Liberals and New Democratic Party announced a confidence and supply agreement to further each of their interests. Darren takes a look at whether this is undemocratic, whethe...
8 Huhti 20229min
TRC #646: Donating During Disasters + Domestication Syndrome + 'Intellectuals and Society' By Thomas Sowell
Cristina looks at the dark side of charitable donation and shares valuable advice and insight from Humanitarian Logistics expert Dale Herzog. Adam dives into new research around domesticated silver fo...
27 Maalis 202226min
