The Scientific Odyssey
In this unscripted episode, we take a look at the announced results from the Muon g-2 experiment recently performed at the Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory. We examine what it means for the Standard Model of Particle Physics along with the importance of doing science with the goal of falsifying presently accepted models and theories rather than seeking confirmation.
info_outline Episode 1.10: Science, Pseudoscience, and Snake OilThe Scientific Odyssey
A look at pseudosciences and their characteristics through the lenses of critical thinking and inquiry.
info_outline Episode 5.12: Boundaries of EmpireThe Scientific Odyssey
In this episode, we begin our exploration of the Chinese cartographic tradition.
info_outline Solstice 2020The Scientific Odyssey
In this special solstice episode fo the podcast, we embark on a winter journey through the writings of John Muir and David Henry Thoreau among others.
info_outline Episode 5.11: ItinerariesThe Scientific Odyssey
In this episode, we conclude our examination of cartography in the Roman Empire by looking at the development of itineraries and travel maps from the period of the late Antonines to the Byzantine Empire.
info_outline Special Episode 1: Silverado Squatters-Part 1The Scientific Odyssey
For many of the crew of the Scientific Odyssey, the next couple of weeks promises to be stressful with the coming US Presidential elections, a rising number of CoVID-19 cases, and many difficult decisions related to school, work, and family.
info_outline The 200th EpisodeThe Scientific Odyssey
In this anniversary celebration of out journey, we turn the canvas over to other voices to explore the intersection between inquiry in the sciences and the humanities.
info_outline Episode 1.9: Understanding Conspiracy TheoriesThe Scientific Odyssey
In this episode, we look at applying the tools of good critical thinking and skepticism to analyzing conspiracy theories.
info_outline Episode 1.8: Barriers to Good Critical ThinkingThe Scientific Odyssey
In this episode of our series on "Science as Inquiry" we look at those things that keep people from engaging in good critical thinking practices and how to overcome them.
info_outline Episode 1.7: Characteristics of Good Critical ThinkingThe Scientific Odyssey
"The fox knows many little things, but the hedgehog knows one big thing."-Archilochus
info_outlineWherein we prepare to once again slip our lines in search of new knowledge. We discuss the effects of modern technologies and what is gained and lost in their use.