AMSEcast

Produced from the American Museum of Science and Energy, AMSEcast invites guests from the world of science, literature, and technology to share unique perspectives from the realm of the highly trained and curiously minded.

AMSE Science Report with guest Will Carroll 04/27/2024

AMSE Science Report with guest Will Carroll I grew up watching the Big Red Machine, the wonderful Cincinnati Reds of the 1970’s, and have kept my love of baseball since those glory days. I was excited to talk on an episode of AMSEcast, our podcast, with Will Carroll about his books The Science of Baseball: The Math, Technology, and Data Behind the Great American Pastime, and The Science of Football: The Math, Technology, and Data Behind America’s Game. One area we talked about was the use of data in sports, including the incredible detail now possible in analyzing each and every baseball pitch. /episode/index/show/amsecast/id/30967838

AMSE Science Report with guest Alanna Mitchell 04/26/2024

AMSE Science Report with guest Alanna Mitchell Remember playing with magnets when you were a kid and wondered what brought the opposite poles together and especially what kept the like poles apart. It turns out the force experienced is one of the most fundamental in the universe – electromagnetism. Along with gravity and the strong and weak nuclear forces, it comprises the foundation for, well, everything. We spoke about this topic on the podcast, AMSEcast, with Alanna Mitchell, author of The Spinning Magnet: The Electromagnetic Force that Created the Modern World – and Could Destroy It. /episode/index/show/amsecast/id/30967038

AMSE Science Report Bethany Brookshire 04/25/2024

AMSE Science Report Bethany Brookshire Welcome to the AMSE Science Report. I’m Alan Lowe, Executive Director of the American Museum of Science and Energy, and the K-25 History Center, both located in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. On an episode of our podcast, AMSEcast, I had the pleasure of talking with Bethany Brookshire about her book Pests: How Humans Create Animal Villains. In our discussion Bethany emphasized that defining a creature as a pest, whether it is something smaller like a rat or snake, or larger, like a coyote or an elephant, is based in large part on our culture. It is a subjective perspective, and because of that, Bethany argues that we can examine and change our views - if not eliminating our fears, at least gaining respect for many so-called pests. Here is Bethany: /episode/index/show/amsecast/id/30954923

AMSE Science Report with guest Raphael Rosen 04/24/2024

AMSE Science Report with guest Raphael Rosen Today I want to discuss mathematics! I’m sure some of you love math and see not only its usefulness but also its beauty. I have not counted myself among that number. Ever since bouts with trigonometry and calculus, I have steered as clear as possible from math. But as the executive director of two museums devoted to teaching STEM, I feel hypocritical in not embracing the last part of that acronym. So I calculated that by talking to experts on our podcast, AMSEcast, about this topic, I would find a new appreciation of math and that was indeed the case when I spoke to Raphael Rosen about his book, Math Geek: From Klein Bottles to Chaos Theory, a Guide to the Nerdiest Math Facts, Theorems, and Equations. /episode/index/show/amsecast/id/30953648

AMSEcast with guest Kathy McCarthy 04/01/2024

AMSEcast with guest Kathy McCarthy Working at Oak Ridge National Laboratory McCarthy works on the integration and deployment of next-generation fission technology, from concept to industry and regulatory adoption. /episode/index/show/amsecast/id/30349458

AMSEcast with guest Joel Levy 04/01/2024

AMSEcast with guest Joel Levy Renowned author and science historian, Joel Levy, shares his expertise on consciousness, intelligence, and the delicate dance between nature and nurture. Through his latest work, "Psychology for Busy People," the discussion traverses psychology's extensive history, from its origins to contemporary challenges and applications. Joel offers captivating perspectives on thought experiments, the core of consciousness, the nature-nurture debate, and the subtleties of mental health. Tune in as Alan and Joel guide us through the intriguing and complex realm of psychology. /episode/index/show/amsecast/id/30350923

AMSEcast with guest Peter Alagona 04/01/2024

AMSEcast with guest Peter Alagona Peter Alagona is a professor of environmental studies, with an affiliation in Geography, at the University of California, Santa Barbara. He received his Ph.D. from UCLA and completed postdoctoral fellowships at Harvard and Stanford. His work explores what happens when humans share their space and resources (habitats) with other species: how we interact with non-human creatures, how we make sense of these interactions, why we fight so much about them, what we can learn from them, and how we might use these lessons to foster a more just, humane, and sustainable society. /episode/index/show/amsecast/id/30350948

AMSEcast with guest Dr. Andrew Knoll 04/01/2024

AMSEcast with guest Dr. Andrew Knoll Dr. Andrew Knoll is a professor of Natural History and Earth and Planetary Sciences at Harvard University, renowned for his research on the evolution of life and Earth's surface environments. His work, particularly focused on the Archean and Proterozoic eons, delves into paleontology, biogeochemistry, and the critical transitions in life's history, such as the rise of eukaryotic organisms and complex life forms. Additionally, Dr. Knoll explores the causes and effects of mass extinctions and the development of early microbial life. His expertise extends to astrobiology, where he contributes to Mars exploration, applying his understanding of Earth's ancient life to the search for life on other planets. Through his research and publications, Dr. Knoll plays a pivotal role in advancing our comprehension of life's intricate history on Earth and beyond. /episode/index/show/amsecast/id/30617223

AMSEcast with guest Catherine Musemeche 02/06/2024

AMSEcast with guest Catherine Musemeche A pediatric surgeon for over three decades Catherine Musemeche is also the award winning author of Hurt The Inspiring Untold Story of Trauma, Small Life and Death on the Frontlines of Pediatric Surgery. Our discussion covers her book is Lethal Tides, Mary Seers and the marine scientist who helped win World War Two. /episode/index/show/amsecast/id/28693568

AMSEcast with guest Katie McKissick 02/06/2024

AMSEcast with guest Katie McKissick Explore the fascinating world of genetics with Katie McKissick, as she takes us on a journey through the wonders of genetics in this episode of AMSEcast. Using her unique blend of expertise and humor, Katie walks us through the complex fundamental elements of genetic structure, including DNA and RNA, and through the fascinating mechanisms behind genetic traits and inheritance. Join us for an entertaining learning experience! /episode/index/show/amsecast/id/29809988

AMSEcast with guest Dr. Paul Kearns 02/06/2024

AMSEcast with guest Dr. Paul Kearns Join us for a thrilling journey into the future of science with Dr. Paul Kearns, Director of Argonne National Laboratory, on this episode of AMSEcast. Discover Argonne's historic contributions to nuclear energy, biosciences, and quantum computing, and delve into how they're tackling global challenges like climate change.This episode is not just a conversation; it's a gateway to the future of scientific exploration and discovery. Join us for an insightful and inspiring journey through the world of scientific innovation with a true visionary in the field. /episode/index/show/amsecast/id/29810748

AMSE Science Report with Andrew Maynard 01/17/2024

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AMSE Science Report with Brian Clegg 01/17/2024

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AMSE Science Report with Clifton Truman Daniel 01/17/2024

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AMSE Science Report with Doug Tallamy 01/17/2024

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AMSE Science Report with Gino Segre 01/17/2024

AMSE Science Report with Gino Segre AMSE Science Report with Gino Segre /episode/index/show/amsecast/id/29507393

AMSE Science Report with Heino Falcke 01/17/2024

AMSE Science Report with Heino Falcke AMSE Science Report with Heino Falcke /episode/index/show/amsecast/id/29507508

AMSE Science Report with James Poskett 01/17/2024

AMSE Science Report with James Poskett AMSE Science Report with James Poskett /episode/index/show/amsecast/id/29507563

ASME Science Report with John Tresch 01/17/2024

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AMSE Science Report with Matt Richtel 01/17/2024

AMSE Science Report with Matt Richtel AMSE Science Report with Matt Richtel /episode/index/show/amsecast/id/29507723

AMSE Science Report with Michael Hiltzik 01/17/2024

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AMSE Science Report with Paul Sen 01/17/2024

AMSE Science Report with Paul Sen AMSE Science Report with Paul Sen /episode/index/show/amsecast/id/29507788

AMSE Science Report with Sam Kean 01/17/2024

AMSE Science Report with Sam Kean AMSE Science Report with Sam Kean /episode/index/show/amsecast/id/29507823

AMSE Science Report with Stefano Sandrone 01/17/2024

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AMSE Science Report with Stephen Heard 01/17/2024

AMSE Science Report with Stephen Heard AMSE Science Report with Stephen Heard /episode/index/show/amsecast/id/29507933

AMSE Science Report with Simon Winchester 01/17/2024

AMSE Science Report with Simon Winchester AMSE Science Report with Simon Winchester /episode/index/show/amsecast/id/29508013

AMSEcast with guest Ben Goldfarb 01/01/2024

AMSEcast with guest Ben Goldfarb Ben Goldfarb is a conservation journalist who's writing has appeared in publications like The Atlantic, National Geographic and The New York Times, among many others, is also the author of the award winning book we're going to discuss today titled Eager The Surprising Secret Life of Beavers and Why They Matter. /episode/index/show/amsecast/id/29258163

AMSEcast with guest Charles King 01/01/2024

AMSEcast with guest Charles King Charles King is a professor of international affairs and government at Georgetown University. His writings and commentary have been featured in The New York Times, Foreign Affairs, NPR, the BBC and CNN. He is an award-winning author of multiple books. Today we discuss his most recent work, Gods of the Upper Air. /episode/index/show/amsecast/id/29258623

AMSEcast with guest Laurence C Smith 12/01/2023

AMSEcast with guest Laurence C Smith A professor of environmental studies at the Department of Earth, Environmental and Planetary Sciences at Brown University, Laurence Smith is the author of over 150 articles and essays. Today we discuss his book, Rivers of Power, how our Natural Force, Race, Kingdoms Destroyed civilizations and Shapes Our World. /episode/index/show/amsecast/id/28677318

AMSEcast with guest Mark Wortman 12/01/2023

AMSEcast with guest Mark Wortman An award winning writer who has contributed to the Smithsonian, Time and Vanity Fair Mark Wortman has also contributed to NPR and the History Channel. He's taught at several universities, including his alma mater, Princeton, and he served as an advisor for the film The Millionaires Unit, U.S. Naval Aviators in the First World War. He's the author of several terrific books, including 1941 Fighting the Shadow War A Divided America in a World at War, The Millionaires Unit, The Aristocratic Flyboys Who Fought the Great War, and American Airpower. The Bonfire, the Siege and Burning of Atlanta, and the book we're going to discuss today, Admiral Hyman Rickover, engineer of power. /episode/index/show/amsecast/id/28679223

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