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NYT: 7 Podcasts about the Wonders of Science

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NYT: 7 Podcasts about the Wonders of Science

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I just learned (as in, a few minutes ago) that a podcast I contributed to got featured in the New York Times this week, and I'm so pleased that I wanted to share with you all! I hope you might enjoy the content, too, of course! Click on the image for the link.

If you're curious, my specific contribution is to the podcast "The Story Collider," and my story is included in the article's highlighted episode, https://www.storycollider.org/stories/2020/5/13/celebrating-10-years-our-favorite-stories

It was so wonderful to share two days with you, friends!
-Cindy Joe

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Starter episode: "Urban Rodentology"

The premise behind this decade-old show is simple: We all have science stories to tell, because simply existing in the world means we're interacting with science all the time. The Story Collider is a nonprofit group founded by two physicists who wanted to amplify personal stories that "spark emotional connections to science," a mission encapsulated by its podcast. Most episodes present two stories that share a common thread about the human experience behind scientific experiments, interactions with animals or how biological impulses shape our lives. Since November, the show has been dedicated to telling "Stories of Covid-19" from different angles, such as the pandemic's impact on different generations or how society adapts to a new normal.

Starter episode: "Celebrating 10 Years: Our Favorite Stories"

The title might sound hyperbolic, but it's generally pretty accurate. In each episode of this show from iHeartRadio, the hosts, Robert Lamb and Joe McCormick, tackle a different scientific phenomenon, mystery or quandary that will expand your understanding of how the world works. "Deep in the back of your mind, you've always had the feeling that there's something strange about reality," reads the show's official teaser, which might lead you to suspect that you're in for an hour of wacky conspiracy theories. But "Stuff to Blow Your Mind" is always evidence-based and thoroughly researched, whether it's exploring seemingly unremarkable subjects (tomatoes, squirrels, sinkholes), mythical figures like the Minotaur or the question of whether Santa Claus is a god.

Starter episode: "Psychedelics: The Manifested Mind, Part 1"

Best known for left-wing political hits like "Pod Save America," Crooked Media expanded its horizons significantly a couple of years back, and in September 2019 debuted "America Dissected" with the aim of "discussing pressing health questions in America." Six months later, for obvious reasons, it rebranded itself as "America Dissected: Coronavirus," and now dedicates each weekly episode to a different aspect of the pandemic. Hosted by Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, a physician and epidemiologist who first rose to prominence as Detroit's director of public health during the Flint water crisis, the show offers both a merciless analysis of the federal government's Covid-19 failures and a more hopeful blueprint for how the country can move forward.

Starter episode: "The Vaccine Episode"

If you like your science stories with a side of Sherlock Holmes-esque intrigue, look no further than this charming BBC series. Hosted by the "science sleuths" Dr. Adam Rutherford and Dr. Hannah Fry, "The Curious Cases" sees the duo tackle listener-submitted scientific mysteries, many of which you may have wondered yourself (why do we find noises like a fork scraping a plate so unbearable?) and others you may never have thought of (how many hamsters on wheels would it take to power London?). No matter the subject matter, the hosts' chemistry and wry rapport makes every episode a delight.

Starter episode: "The Mosquito Conundrum"

The sheer volume of misinformation around the coronavirus has become such a liability that it's been referred to as an "infodemic," but it's also a symptom of a bigger and more systemic anti-science movement. In this Gimlet Media show, the journalist Wendy Zukerman pits "fads, trends and the opinionated mob" against science - fact-checking falsehoods and delivering the truth in entertaining and authoritative style. Though many recent episodes are devoted to Covid-19 mythbusting, "Science Vs" also offers plenty of escapism through other questions: Is there any scientific basis to astrology? Can lab-grown meat truly replace the real thing? And did the C.I.A. plant a virus in Cuba in the 1970s?

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Starter episode: "Urban Rodentology" The premise behind this decade-old show is simple: We all have science stories to tell, because simply existing in the world means we're interacting with science all the time. The Story Collider is a nonprofit group founded by two physicists who wanted to amplify personal stories that "spark emotional connections to science," a mission encapsulated by its podcast.

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Engineering with Paper free downloadable projects

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Engineering with Paper free downloadable projects

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Hands on paper based activity packets for kids, teens and adults. Build your own marble run, house, toys and games. Perfect for distance learning lessons, virtual bring your child to work day, online camp activities and distance staff training. Downloadable packets are open-ended and creative

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If you would like to draw for fun with your people (young or young at heart) here are some resources: bit.ly/playfest2021

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If you would like to draw for fun with your people (young or young at heart) here are some resources: bit.ly/playfest2021

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Drawing is Good for YOU: Sketchnote, breathe, draw, play

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Drawing is good for you!Let's Draw #Playfest2021 http://bit.ly/playfest2021 Tweet your drawings: @hellokritty

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A great idea came from Alex Leviton’s “Explore Every Day: Untraveling in Quarantine” workshop...
If anyone would like a postcard to be sent to them from London, contact me (details below) and I'll send one from London :)

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My student educators are presenting their Cyber-Ai seminar to 7-12th graders on March 6th-7th. This is the STEM Impressionists' second NCWIT online grant-funded seminar. We LOVE having students from around the country participate in our seminars! If you know of interested girls that would like to join us please share.

Thank you. We appreciate your support!

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Cyber-AI is a virtual seminar that exposes middle and high school girls to computing through two of the fastest growing fields in tech, covering AI, Cybersecurity, and their implications on their lives. The girls will get to meet "Cyber-AI" professionals and will get access to resources to continue their tech journey.

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Downloading OpenSCAD (laptop or desktop machines only, Windows/Mac/Linux): openscad.org   (good manual there too)
Joan and Rich's "3D Printed Science Projects" books, with OpenSCAD science & math projects:
Volume 1:  https://www.apress.com/us/book/9781484213247
Volume 2:  https://www.apress.com/us/book/9781484226940
models available under "download source code" at these links.
Our website: https://www.nonscriptum.com
Thanks to the PLL staff who helped out and to our great attendees!

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Curious about what events you run that are open to join in with ...

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Curious about what events you run that are open to join in with ...

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Hi, I'm Natasha and I'm so excited to be part of this and see so many new faces that I haven't seen before. As I'm based in London my energy levels at 3am for the party, aren't going to be super high to chat, so I'd love to hear about your ventures here to make up for it...

See this as a mini 'hi at the coffee table moment'...

1. Hi, I'm Natasha, weren't those sessions great?!

2. What's been your favourite so far?

3. Great, what's your name and what brings you here?

4. What do you love to do and who for?

5. How do you like to play?

6. Sounds great, how can I keep in touch with what you're doing?

7. How can I help your mission?

8. Who should I go meet next?

My answers:

1. Yep, AnnMarie has awesome energy!

2. Love the mix of everything!

3. Natasha, and like Emad below I'm particularly interested in how to get adults to continue being connected, curious, playful and kind. I'm here thanks to Anthony Trahair pointing it out in the Counterplay community - I'm looking forward to hearing his podcast with AnnMarie

4. I love to create, coach and connect people. I get a real buzz from when you can see people being and acting as they truly want to without the "should" "must" adult filter... I wear a tiara every day because life's too short to wear it only on my wedding day!

5. My favourite play types are imagination and creative.

6. Links to keep in touch below..

7. Help by keeping in touch, joining us and telling others :).

8. Go meet Kevin Campbell Davidson who has also joined PLAYfest this year, is also an amazing advocate of this, along with Anthony who runs a cool play festival we were part of in 2020, and a playful podcast. If you see them around give them a wave!

Here's my website: https://www.toucantoo.com/

I have a series of events this February starting from Tuesday to help us connect and feel better through play, creativity and forming a community.
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/toucantoo-with-natasha-blok-18446393162

I'm on all the socials, although mainly use instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/natashablok_/
Here's my linkedin too:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/natasha-blok-5a742954/

Hope to chat soon!
Natasha :)

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Creativity internship (operations and organization skills needed!) coming up this summer! 

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Creativity internship (operations and organization skills needed!) coming up this summer! 

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https://www.thethirdlayer.com/

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https://www.jpl.nasa.gov/edu/intern/apply/

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Wanted to create an area for people to list books to read (including some of the books that were mentioned today):

I'll start us off with three books:

The End of Everything: (Astrophysically Speaking) - Katie Mack
The Calculating Stars - Mary Robinette Kowal
Sunny Days: The Children's Television Revolution That Changed America - David Kamp

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Connecting school leaders to each other and great resources - my team and I are building a community of school leaders and school dreamers - join us and engage with LOTS of amazing people doing amazing work for both the students and adults in their communities.

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NASA's international Scientist for a Day essay contest for grades 5-12. Write 300 words about Ariel, Oberon, or Titania, three of Uranus' moons. Deadline is Feb. 12, 2021. https://rps.nasa.gov/scientist-for-a-day

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Looking to connect and learn from Play experts (focused on adults)

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Looking to connect and learn from Play experts (focused on adults)

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Hello, my name is Emad. I teach entrepreneurship at Qatar University and I'm a certified LEGO Serious Play facilitator. I use play to connect strangers using LEGO Serious Play. I would love to connect with play experts and exchange ideas.

My linkedin: http://www.linkedin.com/in/emadsaif
Play Meetup: www.playmeetup.com

PLAY MEETUP is a social initiative that helps people connect and create more meaningful connections through PLAY.

It utilizes the power of LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® methodology to create a unique experience where strangers play, build, share stories, reflect and make meaningful connections!