Season 1, Episode 5 / Using Science for Good with Dr. Carmella Whaley

05/24/22 • 13 min

Why do we learn science? Further, what is the value of teaching science? In this episode, Grace Kassebaum discusses with Dr. Carmella Whaley—who's been teaching science for decades—the importance of science, and, ultimately, the importance of using our science knowledge for good.

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Season 1, Episode 4 / Making Sense of the Metaverse with Joe Starkey

The Metaverse has been gaining popularity as a radical and potentially limitless digital world. However, is the concept of the Metaverse already familiar? Further, what are the implications of this virtual realm? In this episode, Grace Kassebaum explores the answers to these questions—and more—with Minnehaha Academy Assistant Director of Technology, Joe Starkey.

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Season 2, Episode 1 / The COP27 Explained

The 27th annual COP—Conference of the Parties—convened on November 6. At this conference, 197 nations will negotiate responses to the climate crisis. However, have the promises made at previous COPs been fulfilled? Further, how does science inform this political gathering?