From interstellar travel to teleporation, some really cool stuff happens in science fiction and fantasy. Rob Ferrett and Veronica Rueckert talk to a physics professor about how to use math and physics to understand these genres. They also hear from a veteran NPR journalist about her experience with breast cancer and what advice she has for others affected by the disease, and they talk about today’s unanimous vote to remove Representative Bill Kramer as Majority Leader in the state Assembly.
Featured in this Show
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A Breast Cancer Alphabet
A veteran NPR journalist recounts her experience with breast cancer–and shares A-to-Z advice for people going dealing with illness.
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Assembly Republicans Unanimously Vote To Oust Bill Kramer As Majority Leader
Today Wisconsin State Assembly Republicans unanimously voted to remove Representative Bill Kramer over sexual harassment allegations. WPR’s State Capitol Reporter was at the vote and gives us an on-the-ground report.
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Using Physics And Math To Understand Popular Science Fiction, Fantasy
From teleportation to interstellar travel, and everything in between, a professor of physics talks about using math and physics to try and explain the cool stuff seen in popular science fiction and fantasy.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Veronica Rueckert Host
- Madhulika Sikka Guest
- Shawn Johnson Guest
- Charles Adler Guest
- Amanda Magnus Producer
- Chris Malina Producer
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