Reality Check: The Science of Fiction
Welcome to 'Reality Check: The Science of Fiction', bridging the worlds of sci-fi and science fact. With experts, we examine the plausibility of sci-fi concepts - from time travel and space exploration to AI and nanotech. Join us to satisfy your curiosity and discover the reality behind your favorite narratives.
Episodes
Join me as Dr. Kristina Wright takes me on a deep dive into the science of fiction. At the end of the episode, Dr. Wright will rank the plausibility of memory implantation in Total Recall on a 1-5 scale from pure fiction- science fact.
#TotalRecall #MemoryManipulation #Neuroscience
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#interstellar #timedialation #blackholes
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Thankfully so did author Kim Megahee. (Sorry for the mispronunciation in the episode) Kim has written several time-traveling science fiction books and is the first-ever book and author I am featuring on Reality Check.
Time Patriot uses history and the theory of time travel to explore the plausibility of the impact Washington would have on our culture today.
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Join me and Steve as we take a deep dive into the science of fiction.
At the end of the episode Steve will rank the plausibility of a Wall-E future on a 1-5 scale from pure fiction to science fact.
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Special Podcast Guest: Carly Cassady, meteorologist.
I was intrigued by the rapid climate shifts depicted in "The Day After Tomorrow" when it came out. Could our planet really experience such drastic changes in a short period? To explore this fascinating topic, I invited Carly Cassady, a meteorologist, to delve into the science behind this cinematic portraya...
I wondered if AI could ever gain the decision-making capability to become powerful enough to decide the fate of humanity through nuclear warfare as depicted in the movie WarGames. So, I talked to Noah Healy, an expert in game theory, nuclear engineering, and economics to see how plausible it really is. Join me as Noah takes us on a deep dive into the science of f...
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Hello, sci-fi enthusiasts! It's Heidi Campo here, and if you've ever been captivated by the futuristic world of I, Robot, you're in for a treat. Today, we dive deep into the realms of artificial intelligence, centralized systems, and the ethical implications of our rapidly advancing tech world. With expert guest Shon Harris, we unravel the paral...
Hello, fellow Sci-Fi enthusiasts! It's Heidi Campo, and today we're diving deep into the fascinating world of genetics, inspired by none other than the iconic movie, *Jurassic Park*. If you've ever sat on the edge of your seat, captivated by the idea of dinosaurs roaming the Earth once again, then this episode is for you!
1. **Ethical Concerns in Genetics**: We touch...
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