CUNY TV's Science Goes to the Movies

Can Star Trek's "Enterprise" Really Hide in a Brown Dwarf? May 19, 2023

Lisa Beth Kovetz & Emily Rice of CUNY's Macaulay Honors College dig into black holes, brown dwarfs and Star Trek's "Strange New Worlds!"

Infotainment and The Weather Apr 21, 2023

In the climate-change allegory, "Don't Look Up" the media failed to report the reality of an oncoming comet. Are we doing the same with our ever wilder weather? CUNY’s Prof. Jimmy Booth; CUNY Alums Dr. Veeshan Narinesingh and Joe Rao weigh in.

Kingsborough ChefMark D'Alessandro Discusses The Bear Mar 17, 2023

Prof. and Chef, Mark D'Alessando, Dir. of Culinary Arts, at CUNY's Kingsborough Community College joins us to talk about Hulu's "The Bear," why the science of baking can become so obsessive, and why community colleges have the best culinary arts degree.

The Intelligent Empathy of Dolphins with Prof. Diana Reiss Feb 17, 2023

Dolphins are often as creative and personable in real life as they are on the screen. Author and Prof. Diana Reiss Director of the Animal Behavior and Conservation Program at CUNY's own Hunter College joins us to explain why

"The Gilded Age" and Archeological Discoveries in NYC" Jan 20, 2023

HBO's "The Guided Age" details NYC's antique, ultra-rich, without giving much thought to the city that made it possible. Joining us to talk about what lies under our city, is triple CUNY alumna Alyssa Loorya of Chrysalis Archaeological Consultants.

Gifted Children and other Superheroes Nov 10, 2022

Author and UConn Prof. Betsy McCoach joins us in a discussion about "Raising Dion" and gifted children.

Mistakes of the Jedi - Revenge Of The Shrinks Oct 13, 2022

Dr. Robin Rosenberg, The Clinical Psychologist Who Wrote Your College Text Book, “Abnormal Psychology,” And The Uber-Editor Of The Oxford University Press, “Superhero” Series Discusses Anakin Skywalker And Attachment Disorders.

The Truth and Fictions of Past and Current HIV Cures Sep 08, 2022

How have attitudes and treatments for HIV changed over the decades? CUNY Prof. Denis Nash discusses past & current HIV treatment and cures and the circa 1980 attitudes of "It's A Sin" (BBC) versus the realities of Jared Frieder's 2022 film "Three Months"

Failure and Ignorance and Murder Mysteries! Jun 02, 2022

Dr. Stuart Firestein, Columbia U. neuroscientist, author of “Ignorance” and “Failure” joins us to discuss to compare and contrast murder mysteries with the public perception of how science gets done!

Author Wendy Suzuki discusses Dune’s “Litany Against Fear" May 05, 2022

Fans of Frank Herbert’s “Dune” know “The Litany Against Fear” by heart and repeat to themselves in times of strife. To talk about other things you might do in a stressful situation, we spoke to neuroscientist, Wendy Suzuki, author of “Good Anxiety.”

What’s Going On In Your Dog’s Mind? HouseBroken and The Thin Apr 07, 2022

In “HouseBroken,” Lisa Kudo’s poodle, “Honey” psychoanalyzes the pups who come to her couch for group therapy. At the Hunter Thinking Dog Center, Sarah Elizabeth Byosiere studies the behavior and cognition of domestic dogs.

Hank Zipzer, Henry Winkler and the Neuroscience of Dyslexia Mar 10, 2022

Author/Actor Henry Winkler and neuroscientist Dr. Sally Shaywitz (Yale Center for Dyslexia and Creativity) discuss the underlying causes of dyslexia through the lens of the BBC TV series, “Hank Zipzer,” based on Winkler’s semi-autobiographical novels.

Authors of "30 Second Space Travel" discuss The Expense Feb 03, 2022

On the next Science goes to the Movies, we’re looking at the science of the Expanse with Charles Liu, Karen Masters and Allen Lui, three astrophysics who wrote the book on the key ideas, inventions, and destinations that inspired Space Travel.

Dune's Ornithopters and How Real Dragonflies Fly with Prof. Jan 06, 2022

In the movie “Dune” the Ornithopters move like real dragonflies, but could a machine that size and weight ever really move like that? Our guest, Prof. Jane Wang of Cornell’s Department and Physics and Sibley School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering explains.

“Free Guy” Meets Real A.I. Dec 09, 2021

In the fun flick “Free Guy” Ryan Reynolds plays a bit of intelligent computer code that achieves sentience, SORT OF. CUNY Prof. Anita Raja explains the real life limits of machine learning and what parts of Blue Shirt Guy could actually be true.

“The Aeronauts” and Measuring Real Climate Change Nov 04, 2021

In the 1860’s people believed the weather was too chaotic to ever be predicted, but today our smart phones update weather conditions to the hour. CUNY’s own Dr. James Booth discusses the film “The Aeronauts,” meteorology, and our changing climate.

Genetics and the "Next 500 Years" with Dr. Chris Mason Sep 16, 2021

In X-Men or Jupiter’s Legacy, genetically altered superheroes push the limits of human biology to save the world. IRL, geneticist, Dr. Christopher E. Mason, thinks we should alter our biological limits to save our species.

“Forgiveness and “Uncle Frank” with Dr .Mark D’Agostino Jun 03, 2021

In the movie, "Uncle Frank" after years of psychic abuse both large and small the titular Uncle Frank finds it in his heart to forgive his family. And that's great for a movie. But how does it translate to real life?

Robotic Surgery! May 06, 2021

When the 2-DASH-1B surgical robot attached Luke Skywalker’s new arm, our collective creative minds were blown, and visions of autonomous robotic surgery begin appearing across the sci fi spectrum! A look what’s happening in real robotic surgery!

Dystopian Worlds and the Game Stop Short Sale Apr 08, 2021

SciFi money is either the utopian “plenty for all” or worlds of shortages and the very, very powerful crushing everyone else. With that in mind we're look at the GME Short Sale that became a short squeeze for some wealthy hedge fund investors.

Vinod Menon Explains Real and Fictional Programmable Matter Mar 11, 2021

One of Star Trek: Discovery’’s most exciting, fictional advancement is something called “programmable matter," and in real life at the City University of New York, Prof Vinod Menon one of our favorite guests - is working on making it so!

Dr. Charles Liu Explains the Real and Fictional Multiverse Feb 04, 2021

CUNY's own Dr. Charles Liu discusses the difference and overlaps between the scientific/ mathematical concept of the multi-verse, and the pop-culture/art vision of the multi-verse.

Medicine on Star Trek and Drinking in Westeros Jan 07, 2021

Two fantasy extremes are quickly becoming a part of our IRL culture: Medicine in Star Trek - Drinking Westeros! in Dr. Mark D’Agostino (Co-Founder) and Bluestone Psychiatry moved their practice to telemedicine long before the quarantine hit

How Dark Were The Dark Ages? A look at "The Clock and TheCamshaft Nov 05, 2020

Were most people in the European Middle Ages really as stupid as Daniel Radcliffe’s Miracle Workers character Prince Chauncley? In his new book "The Clock and the Camshaft” Forbes writer, John W. Farrell delves into Dark Ages ingenuity.

Birdbox and Real Blindness with Holly Bonner Oct 08, 2020

Remember back, when everyone was taking the “Bird Box Challenge” trying to do complex tasks while blindfolded and sometimes alone. Well, fast forward to the Covid 19 quarantine and that fiction is the real-life experience of today’s guest.

What Movies and TV Get Wrong About Lawyers and the Law Sep 10, 2020

CUNY Law Prof., Natalie Chin and working family attorney, Ellyn J. Stein join us to confront misconceptions about the role of real lawyers with a special look at the role of lawyers in social justice movements

"93 Days" & "Contagion" Real and Fictional Virus Wars Jul 23, 2020

On this episode we look at the very moving Steven Gukas film “93 Days,” plus Steven Sodderburgh’s startlingly prescient film “Contagion.” Our guest is Dr. Mark Siddall of the AMNH, curator of the Disease Eradication Exhibition, “Countdown To Zero.”

Warp Drive Jun 11, 2020

We’re looking at how two versions of Star Trek starships engines address speed of light limitations as they cross the universe with Dr. Ethan Siegel, theoretical astrophysicist and author.

Genetics and The Incredible Hulk May 14, 2020

CUNY’s own Prof. Sebastian Alvarado (Queens College) is back with a look at the Incredible Hulk -- plus real scientists taking the form of superheroes – and one old economist who might be kind of a supervillain.

Quarantine! Apr 30, 2020

In this episode, front line, emergency room doctor Larry Wells joins us via Zoom to discuss proper use and fit of protective masks, how and when to wear gloves, and which symptoms should get you going directly to the ER.

A look at Lulu Wang’s, “The Farewell” Apr 16, 2020

A look at Lulu Wang’s, “The Farewell” with CUNY's own Dr. Elsie Jolade, Clinical Professor and Coordinator, at Hunter-Belleview School of Nursing.

The Current War Mar 26, 2020

Prof. Damian Sciano joins us to explain what Edison, Tesla, and Westinghouse were really fighting over in the movie, “The Current War” and why that old battle still matters to us today.

Ford v Ferrari Mar 12, 2020

Clement E. Drummond, Director of Automotive Technology from CUNY’s Bronx Community College explains the cars, the engines, and the speed of the GT40 as seen in the film, “Ford versus Ferrari.”

Super Soldier Serum Feb 27, 2020

Professor Sebastian Alvarado of the City University of New York wrote an excellent book called “The Science of Marvel” and we got him to come on the show to explain how we too can make Super Soldier Serum -- maybe.

“Midnight in Chernobyl” Feb 06, 2020

Adam Higginbotham’s new book, “Midnight in Chernobyl” is a shortlist finalist for the Carnegie Medal -- and for good reason.

John Wick Gets Bullets Right (mostly)! Dec 05, 2019

John Wick Gets Bullets Right (mostly)!

The Science of "Rick and Morty" Nov 21, 2019

The Science of Rick and Morty” – because some of Rick’s science is kind of-sort of real-ish.

How Technology Changed Music Nov 07, 2019

Did technology change music? Of course it did.

In his book, “Capturing Sound How Technology has changed Music” Prof. Katz considers the changes that occurred when technology invaded music.

How Does an Elephant – Or a Space Ship – Fly? Oct 25, 2019

In the world of Disney logic, the little elephant Dumbo can fly because he has very large ears. We’ve invited a NASA Engineer to explain what it would take to get that elephant into the air and when we can expect our jet packs to arrive.

How Did Voldemort Get So Evil? Oct 10, 2019

The vile Lord Voldemort was once a poor, lonely orphan. But then, so was Harry Potter. So, what happened? NYU Langone Psychiatrist Dr. Karen Rosenbaum talks sociopaths and Lord Voldemort this week on Science Goes to the Movies.

Autonomous Navigating and the Alien Robot Invasion Sep 26, 2019

In “Transformers,” Decepticons come to Earth and stomp across our planet like they own it. But don’t worry – in real life it takes a lot of work just to teach a robot not to smash itself into a tree.

Screaming at the Screen: Physics Edition Sep 12, 2019

Sometimes science has to bend a little to make the plot of a movie work better and we don’t want to criticize those choices, but we do want to make fun of them.

Screaming at the Screen – Biology Edition Jun 20, 2019

In the 1999 movie “Lake Placid” Betty White was the only person who understood the crocodile. Two top biologists rant about major science errors in movies.

Robots and Genetics Part 2 May 30, 2019

In this second of two parts, Daniel H. Wilson, an author and roboticist joins Christopher E. Mason, a geneticist for a deep dive into the things we fear about these two overlapping sciences.

Robots and Genetics – Part 1 May 16, 2019

They’re going to kill us. They’re going to take our jobs. They are an abomination. Those fears could apply to robots, but it could also be mutants. A look at two real-life game changers with two of the best from each field.

Fossils and Fictional Feral Children May 02, 2019

In a modern retelling of “The Jungle Book” Mowgli’s first challenge if he wants to remain in the jungle is running on all fours. Dr. Ashley Hammond of the American Museum of Natural History explains why standing up was the first step towards civilization.

Randomness and Coincidence Apr 18, 2019

Are coincidences the opposite of randomness or are they a naturally occurring part of chaos? Why are randomness and entropy extraordinarily valuable to a computer scientist? We look at why and how these values matter.

Super Hero Symbiotes Apr 04, 2019

Symbiote as superhero: A look at “Venom” and “Captain Marvel” and a discussion of why we’re never really getting the Woolly Mammoth back - with Dr. Mark Siddall, The American Museum of Natural Histories “King of Creepy Crawlies.”

Dictators, Bannerman, and Math! Mar 21, 2019

What’s the difference between a democracy and a dictatorship? Could it all come down to math?

Using “Game of Thrones” as a model, co-author of “The Dictator’s Handbook” Alastair Smith joins us to talk about the math of political science,

“Metalhead” Beymax and “Robopocalypse” Mar 07, 2019

Are robots taking over our world? What’s the difference between a robot and an AI?

A look at Black Mirror’s “Metalhead” episode, and Beymax and Daniel H. Wilson’s “Robopocalypse” series, with Wilson himself and the professor who taught him.

“Annihilation” and Cancer, with Leemor Joshua-Tor Feb 21, 2019

Is “Annihilation” the story of planet Earth getting cancer? And what about that ending?

Leemor Joshua-To, Cold Spring Harbor Labs tells us what parts of the movie reflect the realities of cancer.

Rewriting the Transgender Heroine, with Jennifer Boylan Feb 07, 2019

Jenny Boylan’s mother once told her, “You can’t hate someone once you know their story.”

A discussion on the changing narrative of Gender Dysphoria, with a look at “A Fantastic Woman.”

Jack Pearson and "The Fire" with Professor Glenn Corbett Jan 18, 2019

Glenn Corbett, retired fire fighter and fire physicist, talks about “This is Us,” What Jack Pearson did right, and what he did wrong in the fire that killed
him.

Menopause & the Movies Jan 03, 2019

In 1972 “All in the Family” won an Emmy when they talked about Edith Bunker going through menopause.

And then there was silence on the subject for 40 years.

“Grace and Frankie” writer Jacqueline Reingold and Dr. Michelle Warren, founder of the Center

How to Use Bitcoins in your Screenplay Dec 20, 2018

How to use Bitcoins in your Screenplay – a cryptologist spills the secrets.

The Power of Sound– A look at “A Quiet Place” Dec 06, 2018

Valery Godinez of the Mistras Group and a specialist in sound physics looks at “A Quiet Place,” and weighs in on super heroes with sound powers.

Genetic Preparations for Space Travel with Dr. Chris Mason Nov 15, 2018

It seems like Netflix is constantly raiding geneticist Chris Mason Lab for ideas! A look at real efforts to change our human genome to suit outer space, “Lost in Space,” “The Titan,” and “Naussica of the Wind.”

The Importance Of Both Remembering and Forgetting Nov 01, 2018

A look at “Black Mirror,” “Still Alice” and the importance of both remembering and forgetting with Dr. Thomas Wisniewski of the Pearl I. Barlow Center for Memory Evaluation and Treatment At NYU-Langone.

Will plants save the planet? Oct 18, 2018

Our understanding of plants has grown substantially, but will it be enough to save us as the population continues to grow and the climate continues to shift?

"Isle of Dogs” with Prof. Alexandra Horowitz Oct 04, 2018

What do dogs know? A look at “Isle of Dogs” with Prof. Alexandra Horowitz of the Dog Cognition Lab at Barnard College.

“Marjorie Prime” with Lois Smith & Ken Perlin Sep 06, 2018

Artist Lois Smith joins scientist Ken Perlin in a discussion of computer programs we love. With a look at “Marjorie Prime,” and “Minority Report.”

Privacy in the age of Facebook Sep 20, 2018

How invasive are our favorite computer programs? Are we headed for a world like the Tom Hanks/Emma Watson film “The Circle?
A look at privacy in the age of Facebook with Rosario Gennaro.

Fictional Female Scientists May 31, 2018

Four of our favorite real people scientists gather to talk about their favorite fictional female scientists and what these characters have meant for science.

Math Jokes! With Lewis Black and Brian Greene Part 2 of 2 May 17, 2018

Comedian Lewis Black and physicist Brian Greene discuss the beauty and politicization of mathematics in the United States.

Math Jokes! With Lewis Black and Brian Greene Part 1 of 2 May 03, 2018

Comedian Lewis Black and physicist Brian Greene join forces to explain all the hidden math puns in “The Simpsons” and “Futurama.”

A Physicist’s Rules for Time Travelers Apr 19, 2018

Columbia U. Prof. Brian Greene, author of “The Elegant Universe” joins Faith in a discussion of the underlying science of time travel and clears up some time travel myths like, is it ok to interact with your younger self while time traveling?

Matt O’Dowd Spacetime! Mar 22, 2018

A look at Einstein’s Theory of Relativity and the concept of “space time” with the host of PBS’ wildly popular online show, “Space Time!”

Julie’s Greenroom Mar 08, 2018

Emma Walton Hamilton, producer of Julie Andrew’s new Netflix children’s program, “Julie’s Greenroom” joins Faith to discuss the impact of arts on kids with psychologists Prof. Vanessa Lobue from Rutgers, and Prof. Natalie Brito of NYU.

Marvel in History Feb 22, 2018

Superheroes jump into every fight, always on the side of the good guys. In a smash up between Prof. Keith Dallas, editor-in-chief of the book series “American Comic Book Chronicles” and Jonathan Rosenberg, Hunter College Professor of History

“Cocoon,” “Death of a Salesman,” and Immortality Feb 08, 2018

Actor Brian Dennehy sits down with Dr. Tony Bossis one of the lead investigators on of NYU’s “end of Life Anxiety” Study to discuss Dennehy’s role as the immortal being Walter in Ron Howard’s “Cocoon” and Willie Loman in “Death of a Salesman.”

“Handmaids Tale” and Facts about Human Fertility Jan 25, 2018

“The Handmaid’s Tale” presents a terrifying view of fascists controlling women’s fertility. NYU’s fertility specialist, Dr. James Grifo, breaks down the realities of reproduction.

“Alien,” Parasites and How They Changed Humans Jan 11, 2018

Mark Siddall of the American Museum of Natural History digs into Ridley Scott’s Xenomorph to reveal real facts about how parasites have changed human beings. Should we worry?

“Mean Girls” and Is There Life After High School? Dec 28, 2017

Mitch Prinstein UNC’s John Van Seters Distinguished Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience, and author joins Faith Salie and composer Laurence O’Keefe for a look at how popularity effects our lives.

Schrodinger’s Love Life & “Full Metal Alchemist” Dec 14, 2017

Sir David Clary, knighted for his work in theoretical chemistry joins our host Faith Salie in a discussion of Erwin Schrodinger’s contributions beyond just that cat box thing, as well as a look at “Full Metal Alchemist.”

Physics and Biology in "A Wrinkle in Time" Nov 30, 2017

Did you know Madeline L’Engle’s fiction predicted real scientific discoveries! A look at the hard science in A Wrinkle in Time with Matt O’Dowd, a CUNY Astrophysicist and host of the very popular PBS series “Space Time” and Natasha Pavlova, a Research Fel

How Come Everyone in the Movies Can Sing? Nov 17, 2017

In the movies, everyone who wants to sing, can sing. Why isn’t that true in real life? Juilliard professor, Dr. Edith Wiens give a lesson on human vocal production.

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Math V. Language - Discussing the Themes of "Arrival" Nov 03, 2017

What is the cornerstone of civilization – Math? Or Language? A linguist and an astrophysicist throw down with a look at the movie Arrival. With Emily Rice and William Haddican.

Real Life in Outer Space - with Astronaut Michael Massimino Feb 10, 2017

Astronaut Mike Massimino talks about his memoir "Spaceman"

Real Cyborgs! Mar 10, 2017

HBO has the Mother of Dragons, but Science Goes to the Movies has the Father of Cyborgs. And ours is a real life neuroscientist, Dr. Phillip Kennedy.

Evil, Outsiders, and the Other Sep 21, 2017

Evil – it’s a great plot twist but where does it fit in real life? Prof. Ahmed Rageb of Harvard School of Divinity joins us to talk about the psychology and science in the movie, Split.

Teenagers and Superheroes Sep 08, 2017

Teens in movies are just as complicated as they are in real life. Columbia University’s Director of Adolescent Medicine, Dr. Karen Soren joins us to discuss Spiderman and teenagers’ not-so-secret desire to be a superhero.

The Physics of "Hidden Figures" Aug 25, 2017

Physicist Moiya McTier and astronaut Mike Massimino break down the math and social science in Hidden Figures.

Why Coltrane is Like Einstein Aug 11, 2017

Stephon Alexander, cosmologist and author of The Jazz of Physics, talks math and music, John Coltrane and Einstein.

The Facts on Psychedelics Jul 28, 2017

Psychedelics! Like, wow-man! Or like wow, great medicinal properties, man! Science Goes to the Movies looks at the doc “The Sunshine Makers” with Dr. Anthony Bossis, NYU Clinical Investigator, studying effects of psilocybin on cancer & end-of-life anxiety

The Mummy Rises! Jul 14, 2017

The Mummy is rising once again! Tom Cruise and Sofia Boutella are rebooting the franchise and we've got the real facts from a guy who knows, the American Museum of Natural History’s Dr. David Hurst Thomas.

The Movies and Emergency Medicine Jun 30, 2017

The sirens are wailing! The drama is mounting! The facts are getting thrown under the bus!

A look at real v. fictional Emergency Medicine, with Dr. William Goldberg of NYU/Bellevue Hospital.

Pop Culture Cancer Victims v Evan Handler-Real Life Survivor Jun 16, 2017

For fictional characters, cancer is almost always a death sentence. Odds are so much better for real humans. Actor and cancer survivor Evan Handler discusses his memoir, Time on Fire as we look at Hollywood’s take on cancer.

Ssn 3; Epsd 13: The Man Who Knew Infinity - Janna Levin Mar 10, 2017

In episode #313 of Science Goes to the Movies, author and cosmologist Janna Levin joins the show to talk about mathematics in movies like The Man Who Knew Infinity—about the life and work of famous mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan

Ssn 3; Epsd 12: Vikings - Anders Winroth Mar 03, 2017

In episode #312 of Science Goes to the Movies, Yale University Medieval History Professor Anders Winroth joins the show to talk about The History Channel’s Vikings and the accuracy of its portrayal of Viking life.

Ssn 3; Ep 11: Enron, The Big Short - Alex Gibney, Jeffrey Sa Feb 24, 2017

Academy Award winning documentary filmmaker Alex Gibney and director of the Earth Institute at Columbia University, Jeffrey Sachs, join the show to talk about Wall Street economics as seen in Enron: The Smart Guys in the Room, Equity, and The Big Short.

Ssn 3; Epsd 10: Zootopia/TMNT - James Hanken Feb 17, 2017

In episode #310 of Science Goes to the Movies, Director of the Harvard Museum of Comparative Zoology, James Hanken, joins the show to talk about animal behavior as its depicted, and not depicted, in the animated Walt Disney film, Zootopia.

Ssn 3; Epsd 9: The Accountant - Dr. Pilar Trelles Feb 10, 2017

In episode #309 of Science Goes to the Movies, Dr. Pilar Trelles, a child psychiatrist at the Seaver Autism Center at Mount Sinai, joins the show to talk about Autism as it’s depicted in the Ben Affleck film, The Accountant.

Dr. Yasmin Hurd - Trainspotting/Cheech n Chong Feb 03, 2017

In episode #308 of Science Goes to the Movies, the Director of the Center for Addictive Disorders at Mount Sinai, Dr. Yasmin Hurd, joins the show to talk about addiction as its portrayed in films like Danny Boyle’s Trainspotting and the sequel.

Tarzan Jan 27, 2017

Paleoanthropologist William Harcourt-Smith, a researcher at the American Museum of Natural History and Lehman College professor, joins host Faith Salie to talk about David Yates’ The Legend of Tarzan and its scientific implications.

Zero Days / Mr. Robot Jan 20, 2017

Director of City College’s Center for Algorithms and Interactive Scientific Software, Rosario Gennaro, joins the show to talk about cyber security and hacking as they’re depicted in the hit USA show, Mr. Robot.

Lynda Obst Part Two Jan 13, 2017

In episode #305 of Science Goes to the Movies, legendary film producer Lynda Obst returns to the show for part two of a conversation about her career in movies.

Ep 1 of 2 Lynda Obst - Producing the Science Movie in Holl Jan 06, 2017

Legendary film producer Lynda Obst joins the show for part one of a conversation about her career in movies and working closely with iconic scientists Carl Sagan and Kip Thorne to develop and produce hit scientific films, Contact and Interstellar.

Star Trek/Tony Stark's Lab Dec 30, 2016

In episode #303 of Science Goes to the Movies, Dr. Vinod Menon joins the show to talk about holograms as they appear in the films of the Iron Man, Star Wars and Star Trek franchises.

Ready Player One Dec 23, 2016

In episode #302 of Science Goes to the Movies, astrophysicist and host of PBS’ Space Time, Matt O’Dowd, and NYU computer science professor Ken Perlin, join host Faith Salie to talk about the nature of reality and the possibility of alternate universes.

Ice Age/For the Love of Spock Dec 16, 2016

In episode #301 of Science Goes to the Movies, Neil deGrasse Tyson joins host Faith Salie to talk about two science-related films in which he’s featured.

"Deadpool" and Super-Healing Neurons - with Dr. Christopher Mason May 20, 2016

Dr. Christopher Mason, Geneticist, explains how we can live forever, just like Deadpool. Plus - a diagnosis of how those same super-healing neurons might make Deadpool mentally unstable

Comedy and Your Brain - with Lewis Black Apr 29, 2016

Comedian Lewis Black talks "Inside Out" laughter's effect on our brain's chemistry and whether comedy can help to break down deep-rooted biases within people.

"Dr. Who" Gets Quantum Physics Right, Sometimes -with Prof. Mukund Vengalattore Apr 08, 2016

Prof. Mukund Vengalattore, atomic physicist from Cornell University talk about the intersection of actual quantum physics and the British sci-fi show, "Doctor Who"

Ant Man and Real Nanotech with Dr. Nadrian Seeman Mar 18, 2016

Nadrian C. Seeman, "Father of Nanotech" nanotechnology talks about the tiny as represented - and misrepresented - in the 2015 Marvel film Ant-Man. With Dr. Ruojie Sha, Faith Salie and Heather Berlin.

The Neuroscience of Teamwork - a Lok at "Ballers" with NY Giants linebacker Carl Banks Jan 15, 2016

Carl Banks, former New York Giants linebacker, radio color commentator joins Faith Salie and Dr. Heather Berlin about the neuroscience of teamwork and loyalty as portrayed in the HBO series Ballers.

Star Wars, Star Trek, and Fantastic Four, with Prof. Vinod Menon Nov 27, 2015

City College physics Prof Vinod Menon stops by SGTTM to discuss how light is portrayed in Star Wars, Star Trek, and Fantastic Four. Find out about real life light weaponry, tractor beams, and how light really can makes sound like a lightsaber! Prof. Menon explains all!

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