Reconnecting with the night sky and reining in light pollution
Writer Craig Childs biked from the brightest sky to the darkest in our Book Club pick “The Wild Dark.” Plus, the latest on light pollution.
Learning to trust the night sky, one star at a time
In “The Wild Dark,” a young Craig Childs finds himself alone in a dark wilderness. As the Milky Way comes into focus, fear turns to wonder.
Writing science fiction with Daniel H. Wilson
On May 29 we’ll discuss Wilson’s book, “Hole in the Sky” and his life as an author, robotics engineer, and Cherokee citizen.
Decoding whale-speak with AI
An environmental reporter joins a research team trying to attach recording devices to sperm whales, in hopes of decoding their calls.
Exploring the natural world with Elizabeth Kolbert
On March 27, meet the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of “Life on a Little-Known Planet” during a SciFri Book Club livestream Q&A.
Investigating Chagas Disease With Journalist Daisy Hernández
On January 30, we’ll discuss Daisy Hernández’s book, “The Kissing Bug,” and the ways we prioritize some communities while overlooking others.
‘The Kissing Bug’ And The Story Of A Neglected Disease
Journalist Daisy Hernández chronicles the history of Chagas disease, also known as kissing bug disease, and how it changed her family’s story.
The Hidden Disease That Haunted A Family
Daisy Hernández’s journey to understand the history and devastating toll of Chagas disease began in her aunt’s hospital room.
Discover The Mysteries Of Octopuses
Dive into marine biology with this “Many Things Under A Rock” interactive book club guide for young readers.
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Expanding Our Umwelt: Understanding Animal Experiences
Writing about animals’ sensory experiences in “An Immense World” changed author Ed Yong’s own worldview—and hobbies.