Science Category
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TOWN HALL SEATTLE SCIENCE SERIES
The Science series presents cutting-edge research about biology, physics, chemistry, ecology, geology, astronomy, and more. These events often present complex topics in a form that can be understood and enjoyed by listeners at many different levels of expertise, from grade school students to career scientists. With a range of relevant applications, including medicine, the environment, and technology, this series expands our thinking and the possibilities of our world.
STEMULATING CONVERSATIONS WITH DR. Q
STEMulating Conversations with Dr. Q is a thought-provoking podcast that explores the art and science of leadership. Hosted by a trained scientist and seasoned leader in STEM, each episode features in-depth discussions with executives, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders who share their insights, experiences, and practical strategies for effective leadership. From navigating change and fostering innovation to building strong teams and leading with purpose, the podcast covers a wide range of topics relevant to aspiring and experienced leaders alike. Listeners gain valuable lessons on decision-making, communication, resilience, and the evolving role of leadership in today's dynamic world. Whether you're a CEO, a team manager, or someone looking to develop your leadership potential, STEMulating Conversations offer actionable advice, inspiring stories, and real-world wisdom to help you lead with confidence and impact.
MAKING SENSE WITH SAM HARRIS
Join neuroscientist, philosopher, and five-time New York Times best-selling author Sam Harris as he explores important and controversial questions about the mind, society, current events, moral philosophy, religion, and rationality—with an overarching focus on how a growing understanding of ourselves and the world is changing our sense of how we should live. Sam is also the creator of the Waking Up app. Combining Sam’s decades of mindfulness practice, profound wisdom from varied philosophical and contemplative traditions, and a commitment to a secular, scientific worldview, Waking Up is a resource for anyone interested in living a more examined, fulfilling life—and a new operating system for the mind. Waking Up offers free subscriptions to anyone who can’t afford one, and donates a minimum of 10% of profits to the most effective charities around the world. To learn more, please go to WakingUp.com. Sam Harris received a degree in philosophy from Stanford University and a Ph.D. in neuroscience from UCLA.
PSYCHEDELICS THEN AND NOW WITH ZACH LEARY
Hosted by Zach Leary, the Psychedelics Then and Now podcast (formerly the MAPS Podcast) is designed to bring you the listener into the world of psychedelic research and culture. The ever expanding world of psychedelic research and policy changes has made this era the most fascinating and vibrant in how these compounds effect the human condition. Zach has had a front row seat for within the psychedelic landscape for decades and his passion in bringing you some of the great stories, minds, research and artists within this community shines through on this podcast. This podcast is a collaboration between Zach Leary and Psychedelics Today. Please visit the Psychedelics Today website at www.psychedelicstoday.com Please visit Zach Leary's website at www.zachleary.net
BRAIN
With Brain-centric Design: The Podcast, you learn to manage the brain to acquire and apply knowledge and skills. Picture you, presenting your information to any audience, and that audience deeply understanding what you presented and acting accordingly. The Learning Sciences provide new insights as to how the brain accepts new information, and how people love to learn. So, if you’re a Coach with a Workshop, a Trainer with a Course, a Salesperson with a Pitch, or Parent with a Plan, or a Teacher with a Class, each episode outlines a specific chunk of BcD for you to experience, understand, and ignite with your information, to any audience, for deep understanding. It's not clever...It's science!
SQUARING THE STRANGE
Squaring the Strange brings evidence-based analysis and commentary to a wide variety of topics, ranging from the paranormal to the peculiar. Investigating ghosts. Debunking conspiracies. Dodging chupacabras. If a claim seems strange, Ben, Celestia and Pascual will try to square it with the facts.