Episodes

A review of the year in science. Plus, an oldie but goodie from the archives, a science movie quiz, and a new angle on badminton.

Scientists speak out about attacks on science. Plus, a review of what “The Imitation Game” got right, making space a more democratic space, and more.

The best science books of 2014. Plus, holiday hack gift ideas, cookie science, and more.

NASA tests a version of its new crew capsule, Orion. Plus, MoMA’s modern take on art, insect cleaning crews, the longevity of presidential legacies (in our minds, anyway), and more.

A recap of the 2014 Ig Nobel Prizes, a new book on the merging of science with art, and an ethical debate surrounding personal genomes.

Talking “Interstellar” with director Christopher Nolan and theoretical physicist Kip Thorne. Plus, robot assistants, the science of side dishes, and more.

The first-ever touchdown on a comet. Plus, tracking disease through Wikipedia data, the genetics of tame animals, “new” environmentalism, and more.

Experts chat trends in synthetic biology. Plus, George Washington Carver and apple science, the cost of high-speed Internet, and more.

From the psychology behind haunted houses to the notes that make music scary, a look at spooky science on this Halloween episode.

Meet the innovators of the digital revolution. Plus, Science Club wrap-up, a nerve transplant with hopeful results, and more.