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The Science in Science Fiction
Helium 3 is a perfect fuel for fusion reactors, according to author and engineer Homer Hickam. In this interview with Dan Hedges, Homer talks about the science behind his new book,…
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Bill Nye Asks "Are We Alone in the Universe?"
Bill Nye talks to our very own Dan Hedges about the future and importance of space exploration. He cites the 10,000 significant asteroids in Earth’s orbit and the importance of bei…
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Mythbusters Explore the Edge of Knowledge
Adam and Jamie explain that any investigation takes you to a question that nobody knows the answer to. And that “Failure is always an option”. Hmm. Don’t think they‘ve met our boss…
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Who’s Better - Engineers or Scientists
Elon Musk on who’s better – an engineer or a scientist? And why it’s easy to start a company if you are an engineer.
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Dr. Q and the Opportunity Gap
Dr. Q tells an inspiring story of how he applied technology and knowledge to change an important life.
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Newb in Space. First Hand with Richard Garriott
In 510 seconds a Soyuz rocket burns all its fuel and the engines turn off. Suddenly all is quiet. As a new space traveler, Richard Garriott’s first thought was “We aren’t very high…
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The Mythbusters Aren't Hiring
Todd and Dan talk to the Mythbusters, Adam Savage and Jamie Hyneman, about how to deal with a situation when you have no direct experience. They have some ideas about what engineer…
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Exploring the oceans with Dr. David Gallo
Dr. David Gallo of the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution has personally travelled 3 miles below the surface. He describes some of the incredible sights in the depths of the ocea…
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Ken Denmead on Geek Dad Projects
Author and Geek Dad Ken Denmead talks to Dan Hedges about fun engineering projects you can tackle with your kids.
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Dr. Ray Johnson's Outlook on Engineering
Todd interviews Dr. Ray Johnson to find out his outlook on the future of engineering, and the reason why Lockheed Martin sponsors the USA Science and Engineering Festival.
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Mayim Bialik from Big Bang Theory on Calculators for Kids
Amy Farrah Fowler on TV (PhD in neuroscience in real life), Mayim talks to Todd about how the right technology tools can inspire kids to pursue a technical education. Note that she…
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Art Benjamin is a "Mathemagician"
Art Benjamin demonstrates how he calculates huge sums faster than a calculator.
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Engineer Turned Best Selling Author
How many engineers have been portrayed by Jake Gyllenhaal in the screen version of their life story? Homer Hickam talks about his new book with our very own Dan Hedges.
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Emotion in engineering with Jeff Lieberman
The MIT media lab has been described as a "mecca of media and design. Jeff describes to Todd how the freedom to span multiple disciplines allows engineers to create unique solution…
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The Amazing Dr. Q.
Dr. Q. literally hopped the fence at the Mexico border to become a 19 year old illegal immigrant. Dr. Q rose from those humble beginnings to Harvard Medical School and then to beco…
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Interview with Big Bang Theory's Mayim Bialik
Todd talks to Mayim Bialik about how she became a PhD in Neuroscience and Amy Farrah Fowler on the Big Bang Theory.
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Space X Heralds New Era of Travel
Elon Musk, founder of Space X, talks with ENGINEERING.com’s Todd Sierer about the company’s plans for space travel. Space X launched the first commercial space flight to the Intern…
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Definition of Geek
Our interview with Ken Denmead A.K.A. GeekDad, about his favorite parts of the USA Science and Engineering Festival, and what being a geek means to him.
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Mixing Engineering and Art
In our interview with Jeff Lieberman we talk about how science and engineering are intertwined with art.
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Inspiring Engineering Students
We had a conversation with Larry Bock, founder of the USA Science and Engineering Festival last weekend. He's got a great take on how there are enough reality TV stars and wannabe'…