Human Angle

One of the unsung bad-asses of science, Grace Hopper helped invent COBOL and other computer languages. She also helped popularize the term "debugging" when a literal moth stopped a computer relay. Without Hopper, we wouldn't have computers. Follow cohosts Kenna and Kim Castleberry as they discuss Hopper's rise to discovery while serving in the U.S. Navy. 

Stephanie Kwolek is one of the world's most bad-ass chemists, as she worked in the 1960s at DuPont to create Kevlar, one of the strongest fibers in existence. Kevlar has saved thousands of lives with inventions such as bulletproof vests and parts of spaceships. Kwolek's journey was not an easy one, as she was continually passed over for a man. However, she is one of our unsung feminist heroes as she continued to pursue her career in science. 

One of the most famous science writers, Michael Crichton is responsible for Jurassic Park and other amazing works, such as the Andromeda Strain and ER. Trained as a Harvard Doctor, Crichton rebukes practicing as one to become a Hollywood director, travel the world, and write some of the best-selling books in history. Join Kenna Castleberry, Matthew Dale, and guest star Austen Hughes as they discuss Crichton's work and legacy. 

Ever wonder where hormones like testosterone or estrogen first came from? Thanks to African American chemist, Percy L Julian, mass production of these chemicals happened in the 1950s and 1960s. Julian himself fought tirelessly for his work throughout the racist eras of his childhood and adult life, facing lynching, discrimination, rejection, and even firebombing. Listen to the investigation of Julian's life, and why he should be given more credit in American history for his work. 

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One of the most well-rounded researchers in history, Chappelle made monumental discoveries in bioluminescence and about life on Mars. He worked on the Viking Projects in the 1960s for NASA and helped develop methods of feeding astronauts and keeping them alive. 

Season 3 of Human Angle is starting strong with the story of Shirley Ann Jackson, the first African American woman to her a Ph.D. from MIT and the second African American woman to earn a Ph.D. in physics. Join Matthew and Kenna as they discuss Jackson's early life, her struggles with racism, and her successes as a leader. 

Clara Barton was an amazing Civil War nurse who often had brushes with danger, but survived and founded the American Red Cross. Her skills in nursing saved thousands of lives. 

Asimov is known for his science fiction novels, but his life story includes getting his degree in chemistry, having a scandalous attitude towards women, and being interested in educating the public about science. Follow Austen and Kenna as we discuss Asimov's struggles to become the famous writer he is today.