Groks Science Radio Show and Podcast

Mindful Temperance -— Groks Science Show 2020-07-29

29 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Alcohol use can be problematic if individuals are unable to control their intake. This can be made more difficult living in a culture that promotes d...

Discord Power -— Groks Science Show 2020-07-22

22 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Harmony in relationships is often sought as the ideal state of affairs, but can discord be even more powerful in building healthy relationships? On t...

Cyberbullying -— Groks Science Show 2020-07-15

15 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

With the mandated quarantines affecting children and their peers, bullying and cyberbullying have taken on new forms. On this episode, Dr. Elizabeth ...

Writing Wild -— Groks Science Show 2020-07-08

08 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Our appreciation for the natural world is influenced by great nature writing. However, the contribution of women to this genre has often been unappre...

Oncology Excellence -— Groks Science Show 2020-07-01

01 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Although medical science has advanced cancer treatment, it has not been well implemented throughout the world, especially in developing countries. On...

Bezonomics -— Groks Science Show 2020-06-24

24 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The incredible ubiquity of Amazon in our current economy has influenced not just online retailing, but other areas as well. What is the data driven a...

Opportunity Mindset -— Groks Science Show 2020-06-17

17 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The world is full of chaotic and unexpected events. So, what is the best method for dealing with a crisis? On this episode, Dr. Jim Taylor discussed...

Growing Young -— Groks Science Show 2020-06-10

10 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Longevity is often discussed in terms of good diet and exercise, but the role of kindness, happiness, and sociability are often overlooked. On this e...

Assassins Night -— Groks Science Show 2020-06-03

03 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The world would be a very different place had FDR, Churchill, and Stalin not been the leaders during World War II. This almost would have happened ha...

Body Dragging -— Groks Science Show 2020-05-27

27 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Being prepared is a motto that is often easier said than done. How do we prepare for the extraordinary situations that we may encounter in our lives?...

Mapping Humanity -— Groks Science Show 2020-05-20

20 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Modern genetics is changing many aspects from society from criminal justice to medicine. On this episode, Joshua Z. Rappoport discussed his new book,...

Bird Way -— Groks Science Show 2020-05-13

13 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The remarkable behavior of birds is sometimes confounding when viewed from an anthropomorphic lens. What is the bird way? On this episode, Jennifer ...

The First -— Groks Science Show 2020-05-06

06 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Free speech is often touted as a guiding principle of American civic life, but is this truly the case? What is guaranteed under the first amendment t...

Patient Rights -— Groks Science Show 2020-04-29

29 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Of the many issues with the health care system in the United States, the lack of transparency for costs and patient's health data may be among the mos...

Impostures -— Groks Science Show 2020-04-22

22 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Can a literary work be untranslatable, especially if the work is meant to highlight the uniqueness of a language itself? On this episode, Michael Coo...

Revitalized Space -— Groks Science Show 2020-04-15

15 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Public urban spaces are central to civic life, but the revitalization and upkeep of these spaces is critical to their success. On this episode, Andre...

Ingredients -— Groks Science Show 2020-04-08

08 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The goods and foods that are produced and manufactured around us contain both natural and unnatural chemicals. How much is known about the chemistry ...

Plate Peace -— Groks Science Show 2020-04-01

01 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Eating disorders are characterized by more than just the physiological processes in the body, but also importantly the mental health process involved....

Underwater Blast -— Groks Science Show 2020-03-25

25 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The H.L. Hunley was a civil war submarine whose recovery raised more questions than answers. On this episode, Rachel Lance discussed her investigatio...

Space Fight -— Groks Science Show 2020-03-18

18 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The story of Jackie Cochran and Jerrie Cobb is a fascinating tale of two accomplished pilots fighting for the future of women in space. On this episo...

Space Age Women -— Groks Science Show 2020-03-11

11 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The history of women in the space age is captured in a fascinating exhibit featuring collections of images from this past. On this episode, Dr. Julie...

Electric Brain -— Groks Science Show 2020-03-04

04 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Brainwaves may seem like the subject of science fiction, but the study of these brainwaves is at the forefront of modern neuroscience. On this episod...

Balanced Body -— Groks Science Show 2020-02-26

26 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Although food is essential for survival, eating the wrong types of food may be deleterious to our health. What is the role of hormones in our food su...

Scientist Spy -— Groks Science Show 2020-02-19

19 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

International competition for technological resources often leads to intellectual espionage, even over a resource as seemingly mundane as corn. On th...

Its Elementary -— Groks Science Show 2020-02-12

12 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

There is a question of a periodic table analogue for elementary particles and the nature of dark energy and dark matter. On this episode, Thomas Buckh...

Sex Matters -— Groks Science Show 2020-02-05

05 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Our emotional health is intimately related to the proper operations of evolutionarily ancient parts of our brain. How can our sex lives be a window i...

Friendship -— Groks Science Show 2020-01-29

29 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Friendship is an important part of maintaining a healthy mental life, but can it also improve our biological health? On this episode, Lydia Denworth ...

Transcendence -— Groks Science Show 2020-01-22

22 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The success of humans as a species is often attributed to the profound increase in brain size. However, does culture have a more important role? On ...

Exercise Medicine -— Groks Science Show 2020-01-15

15 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Aging may seem like an inevitable deterioration of our bodies, but is there a routine way to prevent it? Can exercise help? On this episode, Judy Fo...

Polar Expedition -— Groks Science Show 2020-01-08

08 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The polar region continues to be a mysterious and unexplored region of the earth. One of the first to explore the area was an expedition led by Adolp...

Astrophysicist Letters -— Groks Science Show 2019-12–18

18 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

How can a scientific perspective on the world inform us about non-scientific issues? On this episode, Neil deGrasse Tyson discussed his new book, Let...

Medical Parenting -— Groks Science Show 2019-12–11

11 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Navigating the medical system can be daunting, but even more so for parents caring for the well-being of their children. On this episode, Dr. Jacquel...

Planetology -— Groks Science Show 2019-12–04

04 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The development of the planets and the solar system has continued to intrigue scientists. Recent advances in planetary science have broadened our per...

Charts -— Groks Science Show 2019-11–27

27 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Charts and graphical displays of information are essential to the modern age, but they are only as useful if one is prepared to us them. On this epis...

Imagined Life -— Groks Science Show 2019-11–20

20 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

What is the possibility of life elsewhere in the universe? How much closer are we to determining this issue? On this episode, Professor Michael Summ...

Hearing -— Groks Science Show 2019-11–13

13 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Hearing is one of the basic senses that is often ignored until something goes wrong. What can we do to protect our hearing and what are the current t...

Galileo Error -— Groks Science Show 2019-11–06

06 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The scientific study of consciousness continues to be plagued by a gap in understanding that may be traced to the foundations of modern science. On t...

Rabbit Effect -— Groks Science Show 2019-10–30

30 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Although modern medicine has improved health outcomes in the past century, it continues to overlook hidden factors for human health, such as kindness....

Nature Lessons -— Groks Science Show 2019-10–23

23 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The modern world has often forced us to become divorced from our connections with nature. On this episode, Gary Ferguson discussed eight master lesso...

Human Compatible -— Groks Science Show 2019-10–16

16 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Artificial intelligence is rapidly outpacing the human ability to control it. How can we design human compatible AI systems? On this episode, Stuart...

Big Book -— Groks Science Show 2019-10–09

09 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Among all of the self recovery programs, alcoholics anonymous may be the most influential and the foundation for all those that followed. On this epi...

Conscious Feeling -— Groks Science Show 2019-10–02

02 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

How does the brain give rise to subject feelings and is this the basis for consciousness? On this episode, Dr. Christof Koch discussed his research o...

Dog Love -— Groks Science Show 2019-09–25

25 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Dogs may be unique in the capacity to form emotional bonds. What are the biological underpinnings of this behavior? On this episode, Dr. Clive Wynne...

Dice God -— Groks Science Show 2019-09–18

18 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The universe is filled with uncertainty, from the fundamental to the uncalculable. But, how can we deal with uncertainty in our predictions of the fu...

Lost Mind -— Groks Science Show 2019-09–11

11 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

How do the operations of the brain result in the mind? And, how has the study of the two been influenced by early medical cases? On this episode, Dr...

xkcd -— Groks Science Show 2019-09–04

04 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

What is the best way to solve an everyday problem? On this episode, Randall Munroe, creator of xkcd, discussed his new book, How To: Absurd Scientifi...

Opium -— Groks Science Show 2019-08–28

28 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The opioid epidemic continues to affect countless lives, but how did it get to this point? What is the history of opium and its derivative opioids? ...

Mirror Mirror -— Groks Science Show 2019-08–21

21 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Can your bathroom mirror show more than your reflection? On this episode, Thomas Serval discusses an operating system that works behind your mirror to...

Strange Harvests -— Groks Science Show 2019-08–14

14 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The natural world is filled with resources that are harvested without thought for the long term consequences. Can we live sustainably with the enviro...

Stress Switch -— Groks Science Show 2019-08–07

07 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Stress can be overwhelming and sometimes even debilitating, but how can we deal with mild or chronic stress? On this episode, Dr. Amy Serin discussed...

Robotic Cars -— Groks Science Show 2019-07–31

31 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Advances in automated car technology are poised to revolutionize transportation. But, when will see the first generation of robotic cars? On this ep...

Lost Civilization -— Groks Science Show 2019-07–24

24 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The American continents are often referred to as the New World by anthropologists. But could civilization have started far earlier than most experts t...

Voice Technology -— Groks Science Show 2019-07–17

17 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

One of the annoyances of modern life is background noise in our phone conversations. On this program, Davit Baghdasaryan discussed his AI powered app ...

Apollo Legacy -— Groks Science Show 2019-07–10

10 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The 50th anniversary of the first landings on the moon mark a notable landmark in the technological achievements of humanity. But, what is the legacy...

Language Death -— Groks Science Show 2019-07–03

03 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when a language dies? What happens to the culture and history of the speakers of that language? On this episode, Prof. Don Kulick discu...

Sky Fire -— Groks Science Show 2019-06–26

26 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Meteoric impacts are extremely frequent events on the earth, so much so that the next one might completely destroy the planet. On this episode, Gordo...

Generic Drugs -— Groks Science Show 2019-06–19

19 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Generic drugs are a ubiquitous part of the pharmaceutical market, but do they deliver the same effects? On this episode, Ms. Katherine Eban discussed...

Creative Evolution -— Groks Science Show 2019-06–12

12 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Creativity and evolution may seem to be two completely different ideas, but what can the theory of evolution teach us about the creative process? On ...

Number Universe -— Groks Science Show 2019-06–05

05 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Can advances in theoretical math explain fundamental problems in physics and can experimental physics ever test some of these purely mathematical theo...

Animal Symphony -— Groks Science Show 2019-05–29

29 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The bond shared with animals defines much of what makes us human, but how can empathy and shared destinies with animals affect our physical, mental, a...

Walking Life -— Groks Science Show 2019-05–22

22 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Walking may be one of the unique aspects of humanity is our ability for bipedal walking. But, how has our modern lifestyle affected this uniquely hum...

Scientific Attitude -— Groks Science Show 2019-05–15

15 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Scientific findings are under increasing attack from pseudoscientific views. Why does this persist and what can be done to address this issue? On th...

Evolutionary View -— Groks Science Show 2019-05–08

08 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The theory of evolution can be applied to many aspects of human life, not just the genetic. On this episode, David Sloan Wilson discussed this view o...

Lost World -— Groks Science Show 2019-05–01

01 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The history of the settlement of North America may be more complicated than the classic story of the land bridge. On this episode, Craig Childs discu...

Eat Disease -— Groks Science Show 2019-04–24

24 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

You are what you eat, so the old saying goes. But, can you eat to beat disease? On this episode, Dr. William W. Li discussed eating to beat disease.

Decentralized Currency -— Groks Science Show 2019-04–17

17 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In spite of their potential, Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies have not met the promise of a global money standard. On this episode, Bram Cohen discu...

Strange Order -— Groks Science Show 2019-04–10

10 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The organization of human culture and society is often touted as the pinnacle of the rational human mind. But, are more basic affective processes act...

Authoritative Science -— Groks Science Show 2019-04–03

03 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

How has the role of science in society been shaped? Who were the key thinkers and how has scientific authority evolved? On this episode, Dr. Robert ...

Fresh Air -— Groks Science Show 2019-03–27

27 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Air pollution not only drives climate change but also respiratory and other health problems. On this episode, Jos Lelieveld discussed how lives could ...

Cool Space -— Groks Science Show 2019-03–20

20 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Outer space is certainly cool, but just how cool is it? On this episode, Kate Howells discussed her new book, Space is Cool as F-ck.

Perfect Predator -— Groks Science Show 2019-03–13

13 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

How do you fight an antibiotic-resistant bacteria? What would you do if one of your loved ones was fighting off such a bacteria? On this episode, Dr...

Muscle Science -— Groks Science Show 2019-03–06

06 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

What are the scientific principles behind building a bigger, leaner, and stronger body? On this episode, Michael Matthews discussed the scientific pr...

Dopamine -— Groks Science Show 2019-02–27

27 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Can one molecule in the brain influence all of our daily desires and drives? On this episode, Dr. Daniel Lieberman discussed the molecule of more.

Life Admin -— Groks Science Show 2019-02–20

20 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Although the daily chores of life may seem to be a burden, the ability to deal with these tasks is of growing importance. On this episode, Elizabeth ...

Lookout America -— Groks Science Show 2019-02–13

13 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The most important Hollywood studio of the cold war is one that you probably do not even know about. On this episode, Prof. Ned OGorman discussed the...

Globalism Nativism -— Groks Science Show 2019-02–06

06 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The current trends around the world that drive the tension between globalism and nativism have buoyed many populist governmental changes. On this epi...

Mojito Diet -— Groks Science Show 2019-01–30

30 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A healthy lifestyle is always beneficial, but how can a mojito help? On this episode, Dr. Juan Rivera discussed the mojito diet.

Enchanted Hour -— Groks Science Show 2019-01–23

23 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Reading aloud has enormous benefits for children and adults, but why has this ancient activity fallen by the wayside? On this episode. Meghan Cox Gur...

Hormone Disruption -— Groks Science Show 2019-01–16

16 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Hormone disrupting chemicals are found in our everyday environment, but what can we do to fight back? On this episode, Dr. Leonardo Trassande discuss...

Einstein Breakfast -— Groks Science Show 2019-01–09

09 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Quantum mechanics may seem to be an esoteric topic that has little impact on our daily lives. Surprisingly, one can find the influence of quantum mec...

Otterficial Intelligence -— Groks Science Show 2019-01–02

02 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

What if computers could be as smart as otters? What would they do? On this program, Sam Liang joins us to talk about his artificial intelligence start...

Setpoint Diet -— Groks Science Show 2018-12–26

26 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The setpoint theory suggests that our bodies have a natural range of weight that is determined. This setpoint can be changed to improve health and lo...

Dark Light -— Groks Science Show 2018-12–19

19 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Chronic illness can be a challenge for those coping with their condition. How can one transcend a chronic illness? On this episode, Lisa Sniderman d...

Economic Puzzles -— Groks Science Show 2018-12–12

12 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Economics may be called the dismal science, but an economic perspective could help solve many puzzles in everyday life. On this episode, Steven Lands...

Medical Mysteries -— Groks Science Show 2018-12–05

05 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

What can exploding teeth tell us about the progress of medical science? On this episode, Thomas Morris will discuss the mystery of the exploding teet...

Home Fauna -— Groks Science Show 2018-11–28

28 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Although a spotless home may seem like a land where no creature may venture, one might be surprised to find several species residing there. On this e...

Space History -— Groks Science Show 2018-11–21

21 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The history of space exploration is vast and encompasses centuries of human activity. On this episode, Roger D. Launius discussed the Smithsonian his...

Animal Myths -— Groks Science Show 2018-11–14

14 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The animal kingdom is a diverse and exciting place, but how much of what we know about it is true? On this episode, Nick Caruso discussed the truths ...

Einstein Shadow -— Groks Science Show 2018-11–07

07 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Black holes capture everything that passes its event horizon, even light. So, how can a black hole be seen? On this episode, Seth Fletcher discussed...

Zombification -— Groks Science Show 2018-10–31

31 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Zombies may seem confined to the stories of horror fiction, but the animal kingdom is replete with examples of real zombification. On this episode, M...

Toba Catastrophe -— Groks Science Show 2018-10–24

24 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Humans nearly vanished due to a major explosion from the Toba Volcano. On this episode, Dr. Donald Prothero discusses when humans nearly vanished.

The Future Forward -— Groks Science Show 2018-10–17

17 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

What does it take to make an impact in the tech publishing world? What leadership qualities and values do we need to build a successful and trustworth...

In My Hands -— Groks Science Show 2018-10–10

10 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Cancer can take its toll on not only the patient, but also on the family, friends and caregivers that surround them. How do people cope with a cancer...

Space Life -— Groks Science Show 2018-10–03

03 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Living on earth may be tough, but what about living in outer space? On this episode, Colin Stuart discussed how to live in space in the not-so-distan...

Illogical Logic -— Groks Science Show 2018-09–26

26 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The world may seem like an illogical place at time, but is there room for logic in an illogical world? On this episode. Dr. Eugenia Cheng discussed t...

Cemetery Science -— Groks Science Show 2018-09–19

19 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

A cemetery may not seem like the most ideal place to conduct science, but Mount Auburn Cemetery is involving citizens in a wide variety of scientific ...

Sleepyhead -— Groks Science Show 2018-09–12

12 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Sleep is an essential part of our lives, but one that we rarely think about, unless something goes wrong. On this episode, Henry Nicholls discussed t...

Visual Tracking -— Groks Science Show 2018-09–05

05 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Traumatic brain injury and other brain disorders can be difficult to diagnose properly. Eye tracking is one technique to assess neurological function...

Food Fight -— Groks Science Show 2018-08–29

29 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Kids can be picky eaters, but is it possible to change their eating habits for the better? On this episode, Chef Gigi Gaggero discussed winning the f...

Revolution in the Sky -— Groks Science Show 2018-08–22

22 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

What is the future of cargo delivery? Two brothers think it is in drones. On this episode, brothers Svilen and Konstantin Rangelov talk about their dr...