Episode 116 - String Theory, Psychological Diversity, and Punching a Nazi

For this week's Ask Science Mike, we address the following questions: How much does watching TV influence young children? What could happen when we start editing human DNA? Why is String Theory called a “theory?” Is it ok to punch a Nazi? You're in charge of this program. All you have to do is submit a question using #asksciencemike on Twitter, YouTube, or Soundcloud. You can also submit questions anonymously on asksciencemike.com.  Here are some resources if you’d like to dig deeper into topics from this episode. How much does watching TV influence young children? Media Effects on Children’s Social and Moral Development What could happen when we start editing human DNA? Seveneves Why is String Theory called a “theory?” The Asymptotic Fidelity of Words - The Liturgists Podcast Is it ok to punch a Nazi? https://canipunchnazis.com Ask Science Mike is made possible by listeners like you. Learn more on our Patreon page.  Here are some resources on each answer if you'd like to dig deeper. Preproduction by Andrew Galucki. Ask Science Mike is produced by Gregg Nordin. The Ask Science Mike theme song was written, performed, and recorded by Jeb Bodiford. If you need original podcast music, he's your guy. You've got questions, he's got answers. Even though we may not understand he'll talk anyway. You've got problems, he won't solve them, But he'll talk and talk and talk until he's blue in the face. Science, faith, and life - Ask Science Mike.