In this thought-provoking episode of STEM to Stern, hosts Chauntée and Jake take on one of the biggest questions in STEM today: Can artificial intelligence ever match the human brain?

From the differences between human and machine thinking to the wild world of uploading your brain into a robot (yes, really), we explore the potential – and the pitfalls – of AI becoming “conscious.” You’ll hear:

• Why parallel processing makes our brains powerful

• How AI learns from human input

• What makes intelligence truly intelligent

• Why ethics must lead the way in AI development

Is AI the future of humanity – or just a really smart calculator?

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In this thought-provoking episode of STEM to Stern, hosts Chauntée and Jake take on one of the biggest questions in STEM today: Can artificial intelligence ever match the human brain?

From the differences between human and machine thinking to the wild world of uploading your brain into a robot (yes, really), we explore the potential – and the pitfalls – of AI becoming “conscious.” You’ll hear:

• Why parallel processing makes our brains powerful

• How AI learns from human input

• What makes intelligence truly intelligent

• Why ethics must lead the way in AI development

Is AI the future of humanity – or just a really smart calculator?

Drop your thoughts in the comments!

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• AI for Educators: Top Websites to Save Time and Enhance Learning

• ChatGPT Hacks for Teachers: A Crash Course in AI

• Leveraging Technology to Enhance Education feat. Dr. Liz Lubeski

• How Can AI Help Teachers? – An Interview with ChatGPT

• Exploring the World of AI with the Dobot Magician Lite | Webinar

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What would happen if gravity took a day off? Or if Newton’s First Law simply … didn’t exist? In this mind-bending episode of STEM to Stern, co-hosts Chauntée and Dr. Jake Roark let curiosity run wild as they explore what the world might look like if we could suspend the laws of physics – just for a day.

From Newton’s law of inertia to the terrifying consequences of losing gravity, they tackle hypothetical scenarios with humor, real science, and a few superhero tangents. Can breaking physics help us understand it better? And is it possible that we’re all secretly X-Men?

This episode is a must-listen for STEM educators, curious learners, and anyone who loves science and imagination and asks, “What if?”

🎧 Tune in to explore:

• What Newton’s First Law really controls
• The chaos of a world without friction
• How physics connects to everyday life and pop culture
• Why bananas and monkeys might just hold the secret to superpowers

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In this episode of STEM to Stern, Jake and Chauntée take a deep dive into the future, imagining scientific breakthroughs that could change everything. From interplanetary colonization to discoveries we haven’t even dreamed of yet, we explore the what ifs of science and technology.

• Will we build cities on Mars?

• Could we design a roller coaster on the moon?

• And would riding it still make us feel sick?

Join the conversation, challenge your imagination, and tell us: What’s a STEM breakthrough you hope to see in your lifetime?

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Did you know that bananas are slightly radioactive? In this episode of STEM to Stern, Chauntée and Jake discuss the unexpected science of everyday foods – like why bananas, Brazil nuts, and even potatoes contain trace amounts of radiation. But don’t worry, you’d probably need to eat a LOT of them to gain superpowers. 

We also explore the science behind sunburns (spoiler: your skin is basically self-destructing for your protection) and how radiation affects us every day.  

Join the conversation, challenge what you thought you knew about food science, and let us know in the comments: How many bananas do you think it would take to gain superpowers?

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Is faster-than-light travel possible, or are we forever bound by the speed of light? In this episode of STEM to Stern, Chauntée and Jake explore the mind-bending theories that could one day make interstellar travel a reality.

Topics covered:

• Wormholes: Theoretical shortcuts through spacetime

• The Alcubierre Drive: Could we ride a warp bubble across the galaxy?

• The energy problem: How much power would it take to travel between stars?

• Sci-fi vs. reality: What movies get right (and wrong) about space travel

Could the future of space exploration be closer than we think, or is light speed our cosmic speed limit? Tune in for a deep dive into the science behind interstellar travel and let us know – would you take a trip through a wormhole?

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In this episode of STEM to Stern, hosts Chauntée and Jake discuss biotechnology – a rapidly evolving field that often flies under the radar. From 3D-printed organs to gene editing with CRISPR, this branch of science is revolutionizing medicine, genetics, and even the potential extension of human life.

But with groundbreaking advancements come ethical dilemmas. Should we edit genetic code to eliminate diseases? What are the risks of pushing the boundaries of biotechnology? And could cryogenic freezing really be a future reality?

Join us as we explore the future of genetic engineering, bioethics, and the role of emerging biotech in STEM education. 

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Are we on the verge of a food revolution? In this episode of STEM to Stern, we discuss the possibilities surrounding synthetic food and lab-grown meat. Join Chauntée and Jake as they explore the science behind cultivating real meat without raising animals, the environmental benefits, and the ethical debates surrounding this topic. 

Could lab-grown meat be the sustainable solution for the future of food? Or are there still hurdles to overcome?

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Would it be the smartphone, with its global connectivity and satellite-powered GPS? Or something less obvious — like modern manufacturing, which produces razor blades sharper than anything found in high-tech labs?

In this episode of STEM to Stern, Chauntée and Jake explore the most impressive advancements in STEM — from Industry 4.0 and 3D printing to the everyday engineering marvels we often take for granted. They also discuss what aliens might show us in return. Could intergalactic travel come down to a technology we haven't even imagined yet?

Join the conversation and let us know: What would YOU show an alien visitor?

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Jake and Chauntée explore the world of genetics, discussing Gregor Mendel's pioneering experiments with pea plants and the decades it took for his work to gain recognition. They reflect on the patience required for such scientific breakthroughs.

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