In spite of their potential, Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies have not met the promise of a global money standard. On this episode, Bram Cohen discusses sustainable blockchain for next generation digital currency.

The organization of human culture and society is often touted as the pinnacle of the rational human mind. But, are more basic affective processes actually at play? On this episode, Prof. Antonio Damasio discussed the strange order of things.

How has the role of science in society been shaped? Who were the key thinkers and how has scientific authority evolved? On this episode, Dr. Robert Crease discussed the workshop and the world.

Air pollution not only drives climate change but also respiratory and other health problems. On this episode, Jos Lelieveld discussed how lives could be saved today and in the future by eliminating the emissions associated with burning fossil fuels.

Outer space is certainly cool, but just how cool is it? On this episode, Kate Howells discussed her new book, Space is Cool as F-ck.

How do you fight an antibiotic-resistant bacteria? What would you do if one of your loved ones was fighting off such a bacteria? On this episode, Dr. Stephanie Strathdee discussed her story in the Perfect Predator.

What are the scientific principles behind building a bigger, leaner, and stronger body? On this episode, Michael Matthews discussed the scientific principles behind building muscle.

Can one molecule in the brain influence all of our daily desires and drives? On this episode, Dr. Daniel Lieberman discussed the molecule of more.

Although the daily chores of life may seem to be a burden, the ability to deal with these tasks is of growing importance. On this episode, Elizabeth Emens discussed tips and tricks for life admin.

The most important Hollywood studio of the cold war is one that you probably do not even know about. On this episode, Prof. Ned OGorman discussed the Lookout Mountain Studios.