Funny or Die

Funny or Die

We all know "funny" when we encounter it, but what's going on inside the human mind when we feel amused? Join Robert and Julie as they discuss long-standing -- and more recent -- theories about humor's evolutionary purpose.

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Galactic Youngsters

Galactic Youngsters

It's difficult -- some would say impossible -- to comprehend the sheer size of one galaxy, much less the universe. But how do these gargantuan galaxies form? Tune in as Allison and Robert break down t...

10 Juni 201012min

Will aliens destroy us?

Will aliens destroy us?

In science fiction, aliens are usually either incredibly benevolent or incomprehensibly evil -- but how would real extraterrestrials behave? Learn more about aliens -- and why Stephen Hawking thinks t...

8 Juni 201015min

What's the dirt on composting?

What's the dirt on composting?

If you're concerned about generating waste in your household, why not start composting? Breaking solid waste down with some help from microorganisms is a sure-fire way to decrease your waste, and it's...

3 Juni 201025min

Are robots alive?

Are robots alive?

With each year, scientists are building increasingly complex robots, leading to one vital question: At what point does a robot become defined as a living thing, rather than a mechanical device? Tune i...

1 Juni 201016min

Road Trip: FIRST Robotics

Road Trip: FIRST Robotics

In this episode, Robert and Allison take a road trip to the Georgia Dome, where they grab an exclusive look at the FIRST Robotics competition. Tune in and learn more about the world's largest grade-sc...

27 Maj 201019min

Birth of a Planet

Birth of a Planet

To most people, planets are one of the most familiar of astronomical objects. After all, we do live on one. But how do these massive spheres get their start? Tune in to learn more about the birth of p...

25 Maj 201013min

A Star is Born

A Star is Born

Like most things in the universe, stars begin as particles floating around in massive clouds of dust and gas. But what forces these particles to coalesce and form a star? Tune in and learn more about ...

20 Maj 201014min

Why Science Fiction Matters

Why Science Fiction Matters

Even people who don't care for science fiction know about the genre -- thousands of new science fiction stories come out every year. But why does science fiction matter? Tune in and learn the answer i...

18 Maj 201032min

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