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October 11, 2019

In her new book, Naomi Oreskes says we should trust science, but not for the reasons you might think. Plus, when it comes to the air quality in your office, the problem… may be you.

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October 4, 2019

We discuss the science of bread-baking and how to keep your sourdough starter happy. Plus, smart TVs join the ranks of websites and smartphone apps that collect and share your data.

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September 27, 2019

Two botanists want you to make your own cocktail bitters with underappreciated ingredients—all in the name of conservation. Plus, a look at a troubling report from the UN about the state of the oceans and their future.

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September 13, 2019

From facial recognition to risk assessments, AI is guiding the decisions of police departments and courtrooms across the country. Plus, how Euclidean geometry came to influence politics, art and the nature of cities.

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September 6, 2019

Indigenous peoples have been observing the world for thousands of years. Why are they still underrepresented in science? Plus, new concussion research at the start of football season.

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August 30, 2019

How are local tourism businesses—from ski resorts to casinos—adapting to climate change? Plus, training the scientists of the future with lessons from SciFri’s Educator Collaborative.

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August 9, 2019

The Great Red Spot is shrinking, and other news from the giant planets. Plus, high-speed internet access is becoming a necessity of modern life, but connecting over a million rural Texans is a challenge.

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