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Inquiring Minds

Each week we bring you a new, in-depth exploration of the space where science and society collide. We’re committed to the idea that making an effort to understand the world around you though science and critical thinking can benefit everyone—and lead to better decisions. We want to find out what’s true, what’s left to discover, and why it all matters.

Copyright: © 2022 Inquiring Minds

Latest Episodes:

Silicon Valley: A Satire Oct 16, 2019

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We talk to New York Times writer and journalist Matt Richtel about his new novel, written under the pen name A. B. Jewell, called The Man Who Wouldn't Die.

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Quantum Worlds and the Emergence of Spacetime Oct 08, 2019

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We talk to theoretical physicist Sean Carroll about his new book Something Deeply Hidden: Quantum Worlds and the Emergence of Spacetime.

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The Science of Behavior-Altering Parasites Oct 01, 2019

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We talk to parasitologist and co-author of Soonish: Ten Emerging Technologies That’ll Improve and/or Ruin Everything,Kelly Weinersmith.

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Why We Need Insects Sep 24, 2019

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We talk to professor of conservation biology Anne Sverdrup-Thygeson about her new book Buzz, Sting, Bite: Why We Need Insects.

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Kishore’s Send-Off! Sep 17, 2019

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After nearly 5 years of co-hosting Inquiring Minds, Kishore is heading off to conquer the rest of the science world. He has been an incredible friend to us at the show, and we’re sad to see him go, but excited to see what amazing things he does next. Thanks, Kishore. If you want to reach out to him, he’s @sciencequiche on Twitter.

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Why Smart People Make Dumb Mistakes Sep 03, 2019

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We talk to science journalist David Robson about his new book The Intelligence Trap: Why Smart People Make Dumb Mistakes.

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Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World Aug 13, 2019

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We talk to sports and science writer David Epstein about his latest book Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World.

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Sharks: The Ocean's Most Mysterious, Most Misunderstood, and Most Important Guardians Aug 07, 2019

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We talk to ocean conservationist William McKeever about his new book Emperors of the Deep: Sharks--The Ocean's Most Mysterious, Most Misunderstood, and Most Important Guardians.

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A Brief Guide to the Fundamental Mystery of the Mind Jul 30, 2019

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We talk to author Annaka Harris about her new book Conscious: A Brief Guide to the Fundamental Mystery of the Mind.

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The American Automobile: Past, Present, and Driverless Jul 17, 2019

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We talk to writer Dan Albert about his new book Are We There Yet?: The American Automobile Past, Present, and Driverless.

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