Science Talk

Scientific American

Science Talk is a podcast of longer-form audio experiments from Scientific American--from immersive sonic journeys into nature to deep dives into research with leading experts.

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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Science Talk episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Science Talk for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Science Talk episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Skype Video Chat Arrives for Windows Smart Phones

Science Talk

03/01/12 • 1 min

Microsoft's test version of its new Skype for Windows Phone app lets you call Skype contacts over 3G, 4G and wi-fi networks. Larry Greenemeier reports

Subjects Move Virtual Chopper with Thoughts

Science Talk

10/27/11 • 1 min

Subjects using a new software package were able to control the movement of a virtual helicopter through an obstacle course using their thoughts alone. Larry Greenemeier reports

Thought-Controlled Flight Reaches the Runway

Science Talk

05/29/14 • 1 min

Researchers at Munich's Technical University had subjects control flight simulators with brainwaves via an EEG interface. Larry Greenemeier reports

Home Wireless Network Detects Elderly Tumbles

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09/13/13 • 1 min

Wireless signals create a 3-D map of a room and can monitor any unusual movement, such as a fall or unusual period of quiescence. Larry Greenemeier reports.

ATMs Branch Out

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07/21/11 • 1 min

The newest electronic tellers come with built-in lie detectors, rely on biometric security and let you trade cash for gold. Larry Greenemeier reports

Contact Lens Binoculars Are in Sight

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02/19/15 • 1 min

Researchers revealed their latest prototype contact lenses that magnify vision almost three times with the wink of an eye. Larry Greenemeier reports

Keurig Coffee Drinkers Hack Back

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02/13/15 • 1 min

Users of the K-cup coffee company’s products have counterattacked against its efforts to restrict the brands that their new machines can brew. Larry Greenemeier reports

Radar Makes All Houses Glass

Science Talk

02/05/15 • 1 min

Law enforcement agencies have handheld radar that can “see” through walls via RF signals, raising Fourth Amendment concerns. Larry Greenemeier reports

Rival Space Internets Vie for Sky Pie

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01/23/15 • 1 min

SpaceX’s Elon Musk and fellow tech mogel Greg Wyler both have plans for low Earth orbit satellite networks that could fill in many of the world's current gaps in Internet coverage. Larry Greenemeier reports

Robotic Exoskeletons Giving (and Gaining) Support

Science Talk

08/17/14 • 1 min

Hydraulic-powered, mind-controlled support suits aren’t just for superheroes. Soon you might have to wear one to work. Larry Greenemeier reports

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How many episodes does Science Talk have?

Science Talk currently has 705 episodes available.

What topics does Science Talk cover?

The podcast is about Podcasts and Science.

What is the most popular episode on Science Talk?

The episode title 'Keurig Coffee Drinkers Hack Back' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Science Talk?

The average episode length on Science Talk is 20 minutes.

How often are episodes of Science Talk released?

Episodes of Science Talk are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of Science Talk?

The first episode of Science Talk was released on Feb 8, 2006.

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Science Talk

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Top 10 Science Talk Episodes

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