Now That's Interesting

Now That's Interesting
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In this podcast, we explore the stories that catch our interest, the topics that force us to question reality, and the struggle of turning raw data into true wisdom. Join our conversation, hopefully, we find a few laughs along the way. Hosts Travis & Serj Credits Theme Song: Victor Gulick Art Work: Sasha Sesame

Episodes

  1. 21/12/2021

    James Webb: A 10 billion dollars origami in space

    Did you know we invented a time machine? Not for traveling to the past, but for viewing it! In this episode, we talk about NASA's latest technical marvel, the James Webb Space Telescope. What challenges the scientists and engineers had to overcome? And what images we should expect to come in the next few months and years? Of course, it's not every day that you throw a 10 billion dollar origami into space! ----- Checkout Niel deGrasse Tayson Show on the JWST: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3nvjeP4vpqVYpb9L65J305?si=a0eeb3059d234de5 First hand story of building the JWST: https://youtu.be/ISQnriRRElY More about JWST: https://www.jwst.nasa.gov/ Watch the launch: https://youtu.be/7nT7JGZMbtM Check out this episode of Curiosity of a Child Podcast about Warren de la Rue: https://open.spotify.com/episode/00RiA5ulkUceddygd0zooB?si=911cdab8c44a4e3e ----- Art-Work by Sasha Sesame (https://www.instagram.com/sashasesame/) Music by Victor Gulick (https://open.spotify.com/artist/1Vw67QUf6ib7lIcT45yKyp?si=FZ-furSdSJ2nxfXEFv2n-Q) Disclaimer: Opinions shared in this podcast are based on best available facts (whether scientific or general) and they should be treated as just that: opinions.

    46 min

  2. 12/12/2021

    Not your grandpa's nuclear reactors

    In our first ever guest interview, we talk with Dr. Dorel Obada, a Nuclear Safety Engineer, on the topic of Nuclear Power. Why has nuclear power received such a bad name, was it justified and what new technologies can we expect in the coming years? We get a real insiders view on the current state of nuclear energy and a look ahead into the future of this controversial technology. ----- IPCC 2021 report: https://www.ipcc.ch/report/ar6/wg1/downloads/report/IPCC_AR6_WGI_Full_Report.pdf What Are SMRs: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Small_modular_reactor/ SMR company backed by Bill Gates: https://www.terrapower.com/ Check out one of our friends from That's Not Cannon Productions: https://open.spotify.com/show/1SQVoZq92ruFIoINxnypVd ----- Art-Work by Sasha Sesame Music by Victor Gulick    Disclaimer: Opinions shared in this podcast are based on best available facts (whether scientific or general) and they should be treated as just that: opinions.

    51 min
  3. Today's Batteries are just not Goodenough

    22/10/2021

    Today's Batteries are just not Goodenough

    We can already feel the effects of climate change, and it will take the effort of our entire collective mind to solve and mitigate the problems and catastrophes that it brings. One of the issues that are being solved right now are storage solutions for renewable power. In this episode, we talk about what technologies we have at our disposal today and the leaps that are still to be made. Will these solutions be good enough? Only time will tell. Check Victor's new song: https://open.spotify.com/track/7wpZNktaGPaPrbvlrk6GA5 Art-Work by Sasha Sesame Music by Victor Gulick Disclaimer: Opinions shared in this podcast are based on best available facts (whether scientific or general) and they should be treated as just that: opinions.

    49 min

  4. 04/10/2021 · BONUS

    [Bonus] What if NeuraLink gives you super-powers?

    In our episode titled "When I grow up, I want to be a Computer," we looked into the fantastic progress neuroscience, and engineering has made in the last decades. In this bonus track, we hypothesise what benefits this will bring to our society, the moral implications of these devices, and where we go from here. So join us and keep your nerd caps on at all times. It's going to be a bumpy ride. Art-Work by Sasha Sesame Music by Victor Gulick References: https://bookshlf.com/user/ntipodcast/shelf/smywla Disclaimer: Opinions shared in this podcast are based on best available facts (whether scientific or general) and they should be treated as just that: opinions.

    37 min
  5. When I grow up, I want to be a Computer

    12/09/2021

    When I grow up, I want to be a Computer

    Medical Science has come a long way in bringing back mobility and capability to those who are injured or born with a defect. From wooden limbs to robotic hands, the advancements have been astounding in such a short period of time. Now, we take the next leap in prosthesis, direct brain connection. Join us for a discussion on how Science has advanced on the Brain Computer Interface and how the latest breakthroughs might unlock more than just the next medical tool kit. They will change humanity as we know it. Art-Work by Sasha Sesame Music by Victor Gulick References: https://bookshlf.com/user/ntipodcast/shelf/smywla Disclaimer: Opinions shared in this podcast are based on best available facts (whether scientific or general) and they should be treated as just that: opinions.

    39 min
  6. [Bonus] The one about Mars colonies

    17/02/2021 · BONUS

    [Bonus] The one about Mars colonies

    In our main episode about Mars, we talk about the difficulties we'll face on our dusty unfriendly neighbor. In this bonus episode, we go on a tangent and discuss the inevitable challenges that a multi-planetary species will have to solve. We don't offer solutions, just fruit for thought. Art-Work by Sasha Sesame Music by Victor Gulick References: https://bookshlf.com/user/ntipodcast/shelf/srqukk Disclaimer: Opinions shared in this podcast are based on best available facts (whether scientific or general) and they should be treated as just that: opinions.

    18 min
  7. We made it to Mars! Now what?

    02/02/2021

    We made it to Mars! Now what?

    In our previous episode, we covered the challenge of crossing the wide gulf between Earth and Mars, but now that we are there, how do we survive on the planet's surface? We go deep into the topic of long-term habitation on the red planet and check what research has shown works and doesn't on our dusty neighbour. Art-Work by Sasha Sesame Music by Victor Gulick References: https://bookshlf.com/user/ntipodcast/shelf/srqukk Disclaimer: Opinions shared in this podcast are based on best available facts (whether scientific or general) and they should be treated as just that: opinions.

    45 min
  8. [Bonus] The one about black holes

    20/01/2021 · BONUS

    [Bonus] The one about black holes

    While faster than light travel is still very much science fiction, that hasn't stopped physicists from toying with the idea. In this bonus episode, we dive deep into some highly theoretical propulsion systems that might one day take us out to the stars and beyond. Art-Work by Sasha Sesame Music by Victor Gulick References: https://bookshlf.com/user/ntipodcast/shelf/ssaw8o Disclaimer: Opinions shared in this podcast are based on best available facts (whether scientific or general) and they should be treated as just that: opinions.

    20 min
  9. Dude, where’s my starship?

    02/01/2021

    Dude, where’s my starship?

    As a species, our highest imperitive should be to spread out to other planets, increasing the chances the only intellect we know of in the universe survives the next global catastrophe. In this episode, we explore why space travel is difficult and what technologies, present and predicted, can help us achieve multi-planethood. Art-Work by Sasha Sesame Music by Victor Gulick References: https://bookshlf.com/user/ntipodcast/shelf/s59nz1 Disclaimer: Opinions shared in this podcast are based on best available facts (whether scientific or general) and they should be treated as just that: opinions.

    41 min
  10. So you're saying it's all about liberty? (Part 1)

    01/12/2020

    So you're saying it's all about liberty? (Part 1)

    In part one of a two part series, we look back at the historical start of conservatism and liberalism to set the foundations for understanding the modern context of these seemingly opposed political philosophies. From revolutionary France, to revolutionary America, we set the stage for these power houses of policy and statecraft. Art-Work by Sasha Sesame Music by Victor Gulick References: https://bookshlf.com/user/ntipodcast/shelf/sep1md Disclaimer: Opinions shared in this podcast are based on best available facts (whether scientific or general) and they should be treated as just that: opinions.

    31 min
  11. So you're telling me that the world is flat?

    13/11/2020

    So you're telling me that the world is flat?

    In our premier episode, we go down the rabbit hole of the flat earth conspiracy. We challenge the basic principles of flat earth dogma and try to bring a bit of clear eyed reason to the debate. Art-Work by Sasha Sesame Music by Victor Gulick References: https://bookshlf.com/user/ntipodcast/shelf/su5pij Disclaimer: Opinions shared in this podcast are based on best available facts (whether scientific or general) and they should be treated as just that: opinions.

    1h 17m

  12. 25/10/2020

    Introducing "Now That's Interesting"

    Welcome to "Now That's Interesting". Here we explore the stories that catch our interest and hopefully spark your curiosity. We cover a wide range of topics, from conspiracy theories here on Earth to rovers on Mars, and everything in between.

    1 min

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In this podcast, we explore the stories that catch our interest, the topics that force us to question reality, and the struggle of turning raw data into true wisdom. Join our conversation, hopefully, we find a few laughs along the way. Hosts Travis & Serj Credits Theme Song: Victor Gulick Art Work: Sasha Sesame

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  • Creator
    Now That's Interesting
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2021
  • Episodes
    12
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