Tsunami Warning, Greenhouse Planes, Travel Sites

The devastating tsunami that engulfed southeast asia in 2004 has heightened awareness of the range and magnitude of this catastrophe. But, how can such events be ameliorated in the future? On this program, Dr. Patricio Bernal and Prof. Robert Dalrymple discussed tsunami warning methods. In addition, Nicola Stuber discussed night flying contribution to greenhouse gas, and Patricia Schultz discussed 1000 places to visit. Finally, Robert Bullock discussed the Taiwan Film Festival.

We tried to get more guests, but no one listens to the show... ;)

Probability Theory

Chance occurrences often dramatically effect our daily lives. But, how can we evaluate randomness and weigh its influence appropriately? On this program, Prof. Jeffery S. Rosenthal discussed probability theory.

What are the chances of me getting a date? ;)

Music Notes:
Segue 1: Amelie
Segue 2: Take a Chance on Me
Outro: Garage Groks

Cosmological Views

Cosmological theories address how the universe was created, and what awaits for the future. What do recent advances tell us about the universe? On this program, Prof. Joel Primack and Nancy Abrams discussed the view from the center of the universe.

What's the view from the center of my navel?

Music Notes:
Segue 1: Japan Train 1
Segue 2: Japan Train 2
Outro: Sway

Debunking 9-11 Myths

Conspiracy theories surrounding the 9-11 tragedy have taken on a life of their own, divorced from the empirical data. Do these theories have any basis in fact? On this program, James Meigs, editor-in-chief of Popular Mechanics, debunked these conspiracy myths.

Where are the conspiracy theories about my non-existent love life?

Music Notes:
Segue 1: Faith
Segue 2: National Anthem
Outro: Garage Groks