The Debrief Weekly Report | A Science and Technology News Podcast

In this week's episode of the DWR, Stephanie and Kenna discuss NASA's plan to build an artificial star for astronomical measurements. They also explore a lost Greek temple mentioned in ancient graffiti, and a new black hole discovery using magnetic winds to feed.

Every Tuesday, join hosts Stephanie Gerk, Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, and MJ Banias as they round up the latest science and tech stories from the pages of The Debrief. From far-future technology to space travel to strange physics that alters our perception of the universe, The Debrief Weekly Report is meant for the dreamers who love the science and technology of the future.

Articles discussed in this episode: https://thedebrief.org/newly-discovered-magnetic-winds-are-feeding-supermassive-black-holes-making-them-grow/

https://thedebrief.org/2500-year-old-graffiti-points-to-existence-of-a-lost-ancient-greek-temple/

https://thedebrief.org/nasa-plans-to-put-an-artificial-star-in-orbit-heres-why/

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In this week's episode of the DWR, Stephanie and Kenna go green as they discuss a novel breakthrough in the successful generation of electricity by algae. The dynamic duo also discuss the Einstein Telescope and the discovery of the lost ship, The Quest, off the coast of Newfoundland, Canada.

Every Tuesday, join hosts Stephanie Gerk, Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, and MJ Banias as they round up the latest science and tech stories from the pages of The Debrief. From far-future technology to space travel to strange physics that alters our perception of the universe, The Debrief Weekly Report is meant for the dreamers who love the science and technology of the future.

Articles discussed in this episode: https://thedebrief.org/missing-wreckage-of-explorer-ernest-shackletons-final-ship-has-been-located/

https://thedebrief.org/einstein-telescope-to-usher-new-era-in-astrophysics-with-observations-of-gravitational-waves/

https://thedebrief.org/scientists-are-using-this-living-organism-to-generate-power/

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In this week's episode of the DWR, MJ and Kenna discuss the successful 3D printing of metal material on the ISS. The dynamic duo also dives into the first-ever Master's Degree in Psychedelics offered at the University of Ottawa and a new metal coating that changes regular glasses into night-vision goggles.

Every Tuesday, join hosts Stephanie Gerk, Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, and MJ Banias as they round up the latest science and tech stories from the pages of The Debrief. From far-future technology to space travel to strange physics that alters our perception of the universe, The Debrief Weekly Report is meant for the dreamers who love the science and technology of the future.

Articles discussed in this episode: https://thedebrief.org/optical-engineers-invent-ultra-thin-coating-that-turns-ordinary-glasses-into-high-efficiency-night-vision-goggles/

https://thedebrief.org/first-of-its-kind-masters-degree-in-psychedelics-and-consciousness-will-analyze-link-between-science-and-spirituality/

https://thedebrief.org/astronauts-take-one-giant-leap-for-space-travel-with-first-3d-printed-metal-aboard-the-iss/

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In the fourth bonus episode of the DWR, Steph and Kenna discuss the Star Wars Expanded Universe and its impact on fan experiences. The dynamic duo also dives into how the expanded universe has helped bring in more fans, creating a multigenerational experience.

Every Tuesday, join hosts Stephanie Gerk, Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, and MJ Banias as they round up the latest science and tech stories from the pages of The Debrief. From far-future technology to space travel to strange physics that alters our perception of the universe, The Debrief Weekly Report is meant for the dreamers who love the science and technology of the future.

https://www.starwarstimeline.net/Holocron.htm

https://screenrant.com/star-wars-canon-legends-expanded-universe-explained/

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On this week's episode of The Debrief Weekly Report, Kenna and Steph seek out the lost settlers of the Roanoke colony, and new research that may have solved the riddle of what happened there all those years ago. Things also get hot when they discuss a new solar power system that can generate tons of heat, and how false memories are becoming much more prevalent in the age of disinformation.

Every Tuesday, join hosts Stephanie Gerk, Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, and MJ Banias as they roundup the latest science and tech stories from the pages of The Debrief. From far-future technology to space travel to strange physics that alters our perception of the universe, The Debrief Weekly Report is meant for the dreamers who love the science and technology of the future.

For the articles discussed in this week's episode, visit The Debrief at: https://thedebrief.org/

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On this week's episode of The Debrief Weekly Report, Kenna and Steph dive head first into a lava tube in Saudi Arabia that once served as a human dwelling. They also discuss how a new swarming technology can be used to clean up microplastics and other pollutants in our oceans, and recap on the wild solar storm that hit Earth over the weekend.

Every Tuesday, join hosts Stephanie Gerk, Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, and MJ Banias as they roundup the latest science and tech stories from the pages of The Debrief. From far-future technology to space travel to strange physics that alters our perception of the universe, The Debrief Weekly Report is meant for the dreamers who love the science and technology of the future.

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On today's episode, Kenna and Stephanie stare into the eyes of an ancient Neanderthal, explore who she was, and how scientists were able to reconstruct her face. They also dive deep into underground Chinese forests inside giant sinkholes, and the mysterious Roman dodecahedrons.

Every Tuesday, join hosts Stephanie Gerk, Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, and MJ Banias as they roundup the latest science and tech stories from the pages of The Debrief. From far-future technology to space travel to strange physics that alters our perception of the universe, The Debrief Weekly Report is meant for the dreamers who love the science and technology of the future.

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On today's episode, Kenna and Stephanie open a channel to the Voyager 1 probe, and discuss how some clever NASA engineers have reestablished a link with the decades old system. They also chat about some fancy house plants that can clean your home's air, and the "spiders" that haunt Mars.

Every Tuesday, join hosts Stephanie Gerk, Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, and MJ Banias as they roundup the latest science and tech stories from the pages of The Debrief. From far-future technology to space travel to strange physics that alters our perception of the universe, The Debrief Weekly Report is meant for the dreamers who love the science and technology of the future.

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In the third bonus episode of the DWR, Steph and Kenna discuss the themes of environmentalism within science fiction. The dynamic duo also dives into how science fiction has helped and hindered environmental movements and how sci fi has inspired several different science fiction subgenres, such as cli-fi and solarpunk, and where things stand today.

Every Tuesday, join hosts Stephanie Gerk, Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, and MJ Banias as they round up the latest science and tech stories from the pages of The Debrief. From far-future technology to space travel to strange physics that alters our perception of the universe, The Debrief Weekly Report is meant for the dreamers who love the science and technology of the future.

Articles discussed in this episode:

https://thereader.mitpress.mit.edu/century-of-science-fiction-environment-anthropocene/

https://www.bbc.com/culture/article/20190110-how-science-fiction-helps-readers-understand-climate-change

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On today's episode, MJ Banias sits down with guest co-host, author, and historian Amy Shira Teitel from the History Channel's "The Proof is Out There: Military Mysteries." The two discuss their time on the show, and some bizarre moments from the halls of military history. They talk hypersonic missiles, lost cosmonauts, and the secret Soviet base, Compound 19.

You can follow Amy's work at https://twitter.com/AmyShiraTeitel and https://www.instagram.com/amyshirateitel/

Make sure you check out "The Proof is Out There: Military Mysteries" on the History Channel.

Every Tuesday, join hosts Stephanie Gerk, Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, and MJ Banias as they roundup the latest science and tech stories from the pages of The Debrief. From far-future technology to space travel to strange physics that alters our perception of the universe, The Debrief Weekly Report is meant for the dreamers who love the science and technology of the future.

For the articles discussed in this week's episode, visit The Debrief at: https://thedebrief.org/

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