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. This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5942727/advertisement
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Feb. 16, 2024
Total Recall: Can Your Memories Be Hijacked? | S01E11
I wondered if it was possible to implant memories like in the movie Total Recall. So I talked to a neuroscientist to see how plausible it was. Join me as Dr. Kristina Wright takes me on a deep dive into the science of fiction. At the end of the...
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Jan. 26, 2024
Interstellar: Time Dilation Explained | S01E10
I wondered if extreme time dilation was possible like in the movie Interstellar. So I talked to an astronomy educator to see how plausible it was. Join me as Athena Brensberger takes me on a deep dive into the science of fiction. At the end of the...
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Jan. 11, 2024
Time Patriot: What if Washington Was Here Now? | S01E09
I wondered what George Washington would say if he were here today. 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...
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Dec. 27, 2023
Elysium: Future Soldier Cyborgs? | S01E08
I wondered if cyborg soldiers would fight future battles like in the movie Elysium. So I talked to Dr. Justin Clifford, a tactical physical therapist working with military special warfare operators to find out. Join me and Dr. Clifford as we dive...
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Dec. 13, 2023
Wall-E: Is There Hope for Humanity? | S01E07
I wondered if human kinds inevitable future would have us looking and living like the people on Wall-E. So I talked to Steve Kamb, the founder of Nerd Fitness for his perspective on the plausibility of this potential future. Join me and Steve as we...
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Dec. 3, 2023
Captain America: Can We Create a Super Soldier? | S01E06
I wondered if the creation of a super soldier was possible outside the cinematic universe of "Captain America". So I talked to Dr. Guilermo Escalante, Assistant Dean and Professor of Kinesiology, who is also a leading researcher in PED’s to see how...
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Sept. 20, 2023
Jurassic Park: A Dive into the Feasibility of its Science Fiction
**Jurassic Park: A Dive into the Feasibility of its Science Fiction** By Heidi Campo The world was captivated when "Jurassic Park" hit the big screens, introducing us to a world where dinosaurs roamed the Earth once again. But how feasible is the …
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