Groks Science Radio Show and Podcast

The brain works by sending signals between cells through the rapid-fire release of neurotransmitters. On this episode, Alex Brunger discusses how specific proteins trigger communication between brain cells.

Dr. Kathie Olsen discussed the current budgetary crunch in scientific funding and how it affects researchers in the United States.

Watching a pet suffer through an illness can be heartbreaking, but can cannabis be a therapeutic to alleviate pain in animals? On this episode, Darlene Arden discussed medical cannabis for animals.

Gordon Moore has perhaps done more to revolutionize our modern world than any other scientist, but few may know about his achievements. On this episode, Arnold Thackray discussed the life and times of Gordon Moore.

What do movie stars, ocean sunsets, and the fundamental laws of physics all have in common? On this episode, Frank Wilczek discussed how the universe embodies beautiful ideas and the ways this realization has affected his work.

How do we measure aging and does everyone age at the same rate? On this program, Dan Bleksy answers these questions and what our appearances tell us about the age of our organs.

Drs. Jeffrey Mueller and Allison Cavallo discuss their mission trips to Nigeria and other African countries where they provided care in underserved populations.

Our food supply is so integral to our lives that few may notice the degree of processing involved. On this episode, Megan Kimble discussed unprocessed foods.

Author and journalist Rachel Swaby discussed a few of the substantial contributions that women have made to science.

Chronic stress causes negative impacts to the brain but caffeine can help to mitigate these effects. On this program, Rodrigo Cunha discusses the relationship between caffeine, stress, emotions

Artificial intelligence and robotics will change the economy of the future. On this episode, Kip Marlow discussed the economics of AI.

What will the future bring? On this episode, Steven Kotler discusses how science fiction ideas have moved from the imagination of authors to real innovations that will impact our lives

The countries of the world have not yet come to a global agreement on limiting the greenhouse gases climate change. On this program, Nobel Laureate Yuan T. Lee discusses the Future Earth program.

Despite years of research, we still do not understand much about the actual development of Alzheimers disease. On this episode, Dr. Melissa Murray joins us to discuss some of the recent research implicating two different proteins, tau and beta-amyloid.

Millions of people paid to watch the Mayweather Pacquiao boxing match. Why? On this episode, we talk with English professor and cage fighter Dr. Jonathan Gottschall.

What is epigenetics and how can our lifestyle influence the expression of our genes? On this episode, Dr. Mitchell L. Gaynor discussed the gene therapy plan.

In different earth periods, scientists have speculated that the planet was covered in glacier. On this program, Daniel Herwartz shows how the past climate can be reconstructed through oxygen isotope analysis.

In their pursuit of truth and understanding of the natural world, scientists have been known to step on some toes. On this episode, Professor Alice Dreger discussed the conflicts between social justice activists and scientists.

Affordable and efficient energy storage is the holy grail of energy technology. On this program, Maher El-Kady discussed the science and synthesis of graphene based storage devices.

Have you ever wondered if it is okay to get all 13 essential vitamins from a gummy bear? On this episode, Catherine Price discussed the history of American confusion and obsession with vitamins.

Parenting is a daunting task, but separating science from pseudo-science in child rearing is even more challenging. On this episode, Dr. Stephen Hupp dispelled the great myths of child development.

Advances in genomics are allowing us to see how a person and DNA interacts with their environment and lifestyle to influence his or her health. On this episode, Dr. Eric Green discussed genomic technology and precision medicine.

While medical advances have helped to overcome many life threatening illnesses, cancer still strikes fear in many. On this episode, Sanjiv Gambir discusses the detection of tumor cells using blood sampling.

That male and female brains are wired differently is simultaneously well-accepted and controversial. On this episode, Dr. Ruben Gur discussed functional and anatomical sex differences in the brain.

End of life care is rarely discussed, although it is perhaps one of the most important conversations that one must have. On this episode, Dr. Angelo Volandes discussed end-of-life medical care.

Professional football players today play a highly regulated game, but the toughest rules of all are the laws of physics. On this episode, Dr. Timothy Gay discusses the physics of football.

X-rays have come a long way. On this program, Janos Hajdu and Thomas Eckberg, discuss the latest frontier in x-ray imaging.

Prostate cancer is the second leading cause of cancer mortality in American men. On this episode, Edwin Reyes tells us about the role of the androgen receptor in circulating tumor cells.

Touch is a sensation that may be overlooked, but is essential to our development, everyday language, and emotional well-being. On this episode, Prof. David Linden discussed the neuroscience of touch.

Since the theory of quantum mechanics became accepted, we have been living in a world of quantum leaps. On this episode, Dr. Robert Crease discussed how terms from quantum mechanics found their way into everyday discourse.

A prevailing notion of economics is that individuals act rationally and in their own self-interest. Research has recently shown that this is not necessarily the case. On this program, David Victor discusses how experience affects negotiation tactics

Can we make government more friendly to science and technology? Yes we can. On this episode, Dr. Benjamin Krinsky discusses affecting scientific policy

Finding time to accomplish tasks can be a challenge. On this episode, Mitzi Weinman discussed strategies for personal management.

The excitement surrounding the advances in physics can be more difficult to convey than the actual advances themselves. On this episode, Tasneem Zehra Husain discussed the exciting threads weaving through the history of physics.

What drives the beauty premium effect? On this episode, Jaclyn Wong discussed recent studies aimed at answering these question.

Particle entanglement is a strange prediction of quantum mechanics. On this episode, Dr. Jason Gallicchio discussed particle entanglement, quasars, and more.

Satirical commentary on public events is nothing new, but now may be a greater force in shaping modern discourse. On this episode, Sophia McClennen discussed how satire is saving the nation.

Alan Turing was one of the most influential mathematicians in the development of computer science and artificial intelligence. On the episode, Dr. Barry Cooper discussed the life and work of Turing.

Science is based on accepting uncertainties. In contrast, business and politics tend to aver the unknown. On this program, Baruch Fischoff discusses how scientists can improve communicating risks and uncertainties.

Curiosity is the name of the Mars rover that has recently begun exploring the red planet for signs of past habitability. On this episode, Rob Manning discussed the challenges of constructing the rover.

While a select few remember their adolescent years fondly, most of us want to pretend they never happened. On this episode, Laurence Steinberg discussed the neuroscience of adolescence.

The theory of evolution explains how the fittest traits survive in a species, but not how those traits arise in the first place. On this episode, Andreas Wagner discussed the arrival of the fittest.

Olfaction plays an important role in our lives. On this episode, David Kern discusses how the loss of smell can predict impending death and affect our love life.

According to plate tectonics, volcanoes arise where two plates meet. However, volcano chains like those that form the Hawaii islands occur in the middle of the plates. On this program, Gillian Foulger discusses current theories in intraplate volcano sites.

The 1815 eruption of Mount Tambora precipitated three years of dramatic global events that are only now being traced to the eruption. On this episode, Dr. Gillen Wood discuss the effects of this eruption.

Mental trauma is a growing issue in society, yet current treatments may not be addressing the issue. On this program, Dr. Bessel van der Kolk discussed new methods for healing mental trauma in his book, The Body Keeps the Score.

The Ebola virus has been making headlines since the spread of the virus in West Africa. On this episode, Dr. Brenda Wilson discussed the Ebola virus.

Bulk carbon comes in many different forms from pencil lead to diamonds. At the nanoscopic level, the properties become even more exotic. On this program, Hari Manoharan talks about what happens when nanostructures of carbon are combined.

Advances in technology have changed the way we work, the way we socialize, and the way we learn. On this episode, Michael Harris discusses what constant connectedness means for the well being of future generations.

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) has far reaching influence beyond that of psychiatric diagnosis. On this episode, Dr. Allen Frances discussed saving normal.