Monkey's Voyage -- Groks Science Show 2014-01-29
From Charles Lee | Part of the Groks Science Radio Show series | 20:42
Prof. Alan De Queiroz discusses ocean crossings and speciation.
How do the species of the world wind up in their geographical locations? On this episode, Prof. Alan De Queiroz discusses ocean crossings and speciation.
The Dinosaurs They Are A-Changin’ – Groks Science Show 2013-05-15
From Charles Lee | Part of the Groks Science Radio Show series | 32:03
Brian Switek discusses his new book, “My Beloved Brontosaurus: On the Road with Old Bones, New Science, and Our Favorite Dinosaurs.”
Dinosaurs! Who doesn’t love them? But the dinosaurs of our childhood - the giant Brontosaurus, the spiky Stegosaurus, and the Godzilla-like Tyrannosaurus rex – have changed so much over the years. The Brontosaurus, for example, never actually existed, and T. Rex might have had feathers! On this episode, science writer Brian Switek discusses his new book, “My Beloved Brontosaurus: On the Road with Old Bones, New Science, and Our Favorite Dinosaurs.”
The End-Devonian Extinction -- Groks Science Show 2012-08-22
From Charles Lee | Part of the Groks Science Radio Show series | 30:29
Paleontologist Michael Coates joins us to discuss the End-Devonian extinction and the evolution of limbs and jaws.
Paleontologist Michael Coates joins us to discuss the End-Devonian extinction and the evolution of limbs and jaws.
Unconventional Archaeology -- Groks Science Show 2010-07-28
From Charles Lee | Part of the Groks Science Radio Show series | 29:42
Dr. Donald Ryan discussed unconventional archaeology.
Archaeology is often portrayed as a romantic adventure to the remote corners of the globe. But, what is the life of an archaeologist really like? On this program, Dr. Donald Ryan discussed unconventional archaeology. For more information, visit the website: www.groks.net.
Fishing in Fossil Lake -- Groks Science Show 2013-07-17
From Charles Lee | Part of the Groks Science Radio Show series | 20:48
Dr. Lance Grande discusses his new book, "The Lost World of Fossil Lake: Snapshots from Deep Time."
Fossil Lake is a fascinating place, both in terms of its fossil hunting culture, and the insight it gives us into communities of long extinct animals. On this episode, Dr. Lance Grande discusses his new book, "The Lost World of Fossil Lake: Snapshots from Deep Time."
Evolution -- Groks Science Show 2010-10-06
From Charles Lee | Part of the Groks Science Radio Show series | 26:28
Prof. Richard Dawkins discussed The Greatest Show on Earth: The Evidence for Evolution
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The theory of evolution continues to be supported by the weight of scientific evidence, yet the basic concepts and principles behind the theory continue to be misunderstood, ignored, or misstated. On this program, Prof. Richard Dawkins discussed The Greatest Show on Earth: The Evidence for Evolution.
Evolution of the Eye -- Groks Science Show 2014-01-15
From Charles Lee | Part of the Groks Science Radio Show series | 33:03
Dr. Ivan Schwab tells us the story of eye evolution.
The wide array of eye designs in the animal kingdom reflects the critical role that sight plays in the well-being of an animal. Today, ophthamologist Dr. Ivan Schwab tells us the story of eye evolution, beginning with the first photoreceptive compounds and taking us through some of the most interesting and strange eyes known. We'll also learn a bit about our own eyes, how they work, and how we compare to other animals.
Wonderous Universe -- Groks Science Show 2011-07-27
From Charles Lee | Part of the Groks Science Radio Show series | 27:48
Prof. Brian Cox discussed the wonders of the universe.
The universe is a large and mysterious place. How did it begin? How will it end? And, what are the steps along the way? On this program, Prof. Brian Cox discussed the wonders of the universe.
Evolutionary Truth -- Groks Science Show 2009-02-11
From Charles Lee | Part of the Groks Science Radio Show series | 27:04
Prof. Jerry Coyne from the University of Chicago discusses why evolution is true.
Despite the overwhelming evidence supporting the modern evolutionary theory, controversy still abounds. On this program, Prof. Jerry Coyne from the University of Chicago discussed why evolution is true. For more information, visit the website: grokscience.wordpress.com.