Episode 81
Unlocking the secrets of black holes, with Andrea Ghez
Nobel-winning scientist examines the monster at the center of our galaxy—and how we got here
Episode 80
Do your genes determine your success in life? with Kathryn Paige Harden
In new book, behavior geneticist debates the role genetics play in social inequality
Episode 79
How the UN aims to save humanity, with Chris Williams and Luis Bettencourt
Examining the 17 goals that could achieve a sustainable global future
Episode 78
Combating Our Global Water Crisis Using AI, with Junhong Chen
UChicago-Argonne scientist explores more sustainable ways to make use of water
Episode 77
Revolutionizing technology at the nanoscale, with Paul Alivisatos
UChicago president discusses his field-defining research, how universities can support scientific discovery
Episode 76
The science behind forming better habits, with Katy Milkman
Big Brains podcast: The science behind forming better habits, with Katy Milkman
Episode 75
The Secret Nazi Past and Billionaire Future of U.S. Space Innovation with Jordan Bimm
Space historian examines our militaristic relationship to the stars, and how it still shapes our future
Episode 74
How a Genetic Breakthrough Could Address Global Hunger, with Chuan He
By tweaking RNA, scientist boosts crop yields by 50%, increases drought tolerance
Episode 73
The Deadly Flaw in Our Judgment, with Cass Sunstein
Scholar examines the persistent flaw clouding our decision-making and institutions
Episode 72
A scientist’s beef with the meat industry, with Impossible Foods’ Pat Brown
Founder and CEO ‘cracking the code’ of plant-based products to help save humanity
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