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The Lasting Allure Of Shackleton’s ‘Endurance’
Episode 687
In a conversation from March 2023, the maritime archeologist who found the storied wreck discusses the mission and his new book.
There are few stories…
2 years, 3 months ago
How Close Are We To Answers About Aliens?
Episode 684
The idea of creatures from another planet is part of our culture, from the warnings of the alien in “The Day the Earth Stood Still,” to the plaintive…
2 years, 3 months ago
NASA Delays Crewed Moon Missions | Top Technologies To Watch In 2024
Episode 686
With this week’s delays to Artemis II and III, astronauts likely won’t walk on the moon until 2026 at the earliest. Also, weight-loss drugs, AI, clea…
2 years, 3 months ago
To Get Ready For Mars, NASA Studies How The Body Changes In Space
Episode 683
It’s no longer just the realm of science fiction: It’s possible that in our lifetimes, astronauts will go to Mars. NASA is doing a lot of technologic…
2 years, 3 months ago
Science Journalism Is Shrinking–Along With Public Trust In Science
Episode 682
In 2023, a flood of science journalists lost their jobs. At the same time, public trust in science continues to decline.
Last year was a tough one for…
2 years, 3 months ago
(Part 2) Endangered Species Act At 50: Orchids And Red Wolves
Episode 680
Continuing our exploration of the Endangered Species Act (ESA) at its 50th anniversary, we'll look at how it has helped protect a group of at-risk pl…
2 years, 3 months ago
(Part 1) Endangered Species Act at 50: Hawaiian Land Snails
Episode 679
On December 28, 2023, the Endangered Species Act (ESA) turned 50 years old. It was enacted in 1973 with almost unanimous support in Congress, with a …
2 years, 3 months ago
Solar Activity Flares Up In 2024 | Underground Hydrogen Reserves And Clean Energy
Episode 681
Look out for a total solar eclipse, more solar flares, and the Parker Solar Probe’s closest approach to the sun. Also, underground hydrogen stores ha…
2 years, 4 months ago
SciFri Reads ‘The Alchemy Of Us’
Episode 678
You may have an idea of how our inventions have changed human history and transformed our relationship with the world. But the reverse can also be tr…
2 years, 4 months ago
SciFri Reads ‘The Kaiju Preservation Society’
Episode 677
What does it take to write a believable kaiju—as well as a charming group of scientists and explorers—onto the page? The SciFri Book Club invited Joh…
2 years, 4 months ago