The launch of Sputnik by the Soviet Union was an event that profoundly changed the course of history.  In the United States, it spurred the rapid development of the scientific establishment that remains in place today.  On this show, Paul Dickson discussed the effects resulting from the launch of Sputnik.

The launch of Sputnik by the Soviet Union was an event that profoundly changed the course of history. In the United States, it spurred the rapid development of the scientific establishment that remains in place today. On this show, Paul Dickson discussed the effects resulting from the launch of Sputnik.

Sputnik -- Groks Science Show 2003-05-21

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Weekly science radio program hosted by Dr. Charles Lee and Dr. Frank Ling. Each show features interviews with scientists and technical innovators, humorous commentary on recent discoveries, plus the Grokotron 5000 and the World Famous Question of the Week! Tune in every week and rediscover the world as you think you know it.

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