Infrared Imaging from Earth and Space.' Professor Block is joined by Alvise Schiavon from Venice to investigate this topic that is sure to keep you on the edge of your seat. cliffcentral.com
“Science & Music”. Prof. Block explores some of the great scientists and astronomers who were inspired by music. He is joined by a well known guitarist as well as lecturer Terry Oliphant. cliffcentral.com
As the 28th of September 2015 looms near, one will find many “doomsday scenarios” on social media, including the apparent end of the world. Prof. Block addresses this issue, as an astronomer he explains what exactly will be happening in terms of the eclipse, what it means, and debunks some of the myths surrounding "the end of the world". cliffcentral.com
Professor David Block is joined by his close friend and colleague Professor Heilna du Plooy from North-West University to talk about astronomy and poetry. cliffcentral.com
A Death in the Family is the fifth book in this exceptional series by Michael Sears and Stanley Trollop. They join Prof. Block in studio. cliffcentral.com
“From Astronomy to Lego: The World of Creativity.” The Art of the Brick, the world`s most popular LEGO exhibit, features sculptures created entirely from LEGO bricks. Prof. Block is joined by Nick Dreyer and Jarett Lang for this discussion. cliffcentral.com
The flyby of Pluto has been in the news a lot lately... but what is it really all about? Then ‘From the Canvas of Life’, Prof. Block is joined by artist Peter Fincham who shares his extraordinary insights. Peter is truly a master of light and shadow. cliffcentral.com
Prof. Block explores “Travel Perceptions vs. Reality”. You know how one sees that idyllic hotel room in Australia, with a view of the opera house, but when you arrive, you have a foul smelling room facing the abattoir. Experts Nicola and Mirella join Prof. to discuss what one can do to avoid this and deal with it, should it occur. cliffcentral.com
“Theatre allows us to converse with our souls—to passionately pursue and discover ways of living with ourselves and others." Prof. Block discusses Drama and “The Mood” with Inge James. cliffcentral.com
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About Looking Up With Prof David Block
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Professor David Block is an astronomer and highly sought after motivational speaker, who has devoted over 30 years to sharing the wonders of the Cosmos, as well as to encouraging audiences around the globe to always Look Up – and to never, never, never give up!
He speaks from the heart; sharing in-depth lessons such as:
How to
•Thrive on Chaos
•Create a new mindset in your personal and corporate life
•Stay at, the cutting edge of your dreams and aspirations
In 2013, Professor Block was acclaimed by BHP Billiton and the National Science and Technology Forum as South Africa’s foremost Communicator of Science.
He was elected a Fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society in London, at age 19. Professor Block has been a visiting scientist at Harvard University, the Australian National University – and many others.
“David Block is one of South Africa’s greatest jewels, an ambassador for astronomy” pens the former President of the American Astronomical Society, Debra Elmegreen.
In these broadcasts, Professor Block will share from his vast baskets of experience, in both the worlds of the macrocosm (cutting-edge scientific discoveries) and relating these, to your personal (microscopic) world.