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Wednesday, May 30, 2007

Insect Songs



Crickets, cicadas, and katydids are the noise makers among the insects. But, how are their sounds distinguished from one another? On this program, Lang Elliot discussed the songs of insects.

If they're so good, why aren't they on Idol?

Wednesday, May 23, 2007

Prehistoric Females


Archaeological findings have generally focussed on the prehistoric activities of males, while neglecting those of females. However, recent archaeological findings are challenging this framework. On this program, Jake Page discussed these new archaeological findings.

Sure, but what about the prehistoric thundercats? ;)

Wednesday, May 16, 2007

Dark Matter and Energy


Dark matter and dark energy comprise most of the known universe. But, what are the constituents of dark matter and energy? On this program, Dr. Dan Hooper from Fermilab discussed the dark cosmos.

Why don't they just turn on the light? ;)

Wednesday, May 09, 2007

Rubik's Cube


Mathematical puzzles are not usually associated with entertainment. However, the Rubik Cube continues to amaze, confound, and entertain. On this program, Tyson Mao discussed solving the Rubik Cube.

Sure, but can he put a square peg in a round hole... ;)

Wednesday, May 02, 2007

Carbon Taxes



What is the appropriate market mechanism for moving away from a fossil fuel economy? On this program, Lester Brown from the Earth Policy Institute discussed how carbon taxes could better represent the true cost of energy.

Can I get a rebate, I think I overpaid... ;)


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