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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:

What's Going on in the Brain of a Fetus? Nov 14, 2017

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We talk to pediatric neuroscientist Moriah Thomason about her research into what we can learn by imaging the brains of fetuses before they're born.

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How Science Built One of the Greatest Basketball Teams in History Nov 07, 2017

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We talk to sports writer Erik Malinowski about his new book Betaball: How Silicon Valley and Science Built One of the Greatest Basketball Teams in History.

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A Paid Climate Change Skeptic Switches Sides Oct 30, 2017

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In a joint production with Stevie Lepp and the Reckonings podcast we hear from Jerry Taylor, a former professional climate change skeptic who switched sides entirely.

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Ten Emerging Technologies That'll Improve and/or Ruin Everything Oct 24, 2017

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We talk to cartoonist and author Zach Weinersmith about his latest book, Soonish: Ten Emerging Technologies That'll Improve and/or Ruin Everything, co-written with his wife, parasitologist Kelly Weinersmith.

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A Psychiatrist Analyzes the Age of Trump Oct 17, 2017

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We talk to renowned psychiatrist Allen Frances about his latest book Twilight of American Sanity: A Psychiatrist Analyzes the Age of Trump.

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Molecules From Caesar's Last Breath Are Inside You Oct 03, 2017

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We talk to science writer Sam Kean about his latest book Caesar's Last Breath: Decoding the Secrets of the Air Around Us.

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Where the Animals Go: Tracking Wildlife with Technology Sep 27, 2017

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We talk to Oliver Uberti and James Cheshire, authors of the new book Where the Animals Go: Tracking Wildlife with Technology in 50 Maps and Graphics.

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Why Buddhism is True Sep 18, 2017

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We talk to journalist, scholar, and prize-winning author Robert Wright about his latest book Why Buddhism is True: The Science and Philosophy of Meditation and Enlightenment.

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The Psychology of Hate Sep 12, 2017

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We talk to clinical psychologist Ali Mattu about the psychology of dehumanization and hate.

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Jonathan Lynn on Why US Healthcare Is Worthy of Ridicule Aug 31, 2017

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We talk to award winning writer and director Jonathan Lynn about his latest novel, Samaritans, which is a satirical look at the US healthcare system. His films as director include Clue, Nuns on the Run (both of which he wrote), My Cousin Vinny, The Distinguished Gentleman and The Whole Nine Yards.

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