Science LIVE with Roger Billings

Roger Billings
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Join Roger Billings, a technology thought leader and innovator, as he draws from his diverse range of life experiences, inspiring students of all ages to love science and to understand the value of education in empowering their life missions. This highly motivational and informative lecture series, hosted by the International Academy of Science, is part of the Roger Billings Mentoring Program.

  1. FEB 12

    297. Integrated Circuit Introduction

    February 11, 2026: Integrated Circuit Introduction

    1h 6m

  2. FEB 5

    296. Vacuum Tube Computing

    February 4, 2026: Vacuum Tube Computing

    59 min

  3. JAN 29

    295. Tuned Radio

    How do radios tune in to specific stations? In this episode of Science LIVE, Dr. Roger Billings explores the tuned radio—how circuits are adjusted to select particular frequencies so we can hear one station clearly among many. Learn why tuning is essential for radio reception and how the first wireless radio signal crossed the Atlantic Ocean, launching a new era of global communication. Watch Episodes LIVE! Learn about the Roger Billings Scholarship Roger Billings | Official Site

    59 min

  4. JAN 22

    294. Transistors

    What is a transistor and why is it important? In this episode of Science LIVE, Dr. Roger Billings explores how transistors control electric current, replaced bulky vacuum tubes, and made modern electronics possible—from radios to computers and smartphones. The episode also features a tiny bug-like robot developed by MIT and the fascinating story of Henry Ford and how Thomas Edison influenced the development of the automobile. Watch Episodes LIVE! Learn about the Roger Billings Scholarship Roger Billings | Official Site

    59 min

  5. JAN 15

    293. Vacuum Tube Amplifier

    What’s a vacuum tube amplifier? Come explore with Dr. Roger Billings on Science LIVE! Learn about the technology that made it possible to boost electrical signals and amplify sound. Discover how vacuum tubes control electron flow, why they powered early radios, audio systems, and computers, and how they shaped modern electronics. And get ready for something super exciting: carbon nanotubes – super-strong, lightweight materials that might one day help build a space elevator, opening new ways to reach space! Watch Episodes LIVE! Learn about the Roger Billings Scholarship Roger Billings | Official Site

    56 min

  6. JAN 8

    292. The Vacuum Tube Diode

    What invention helped spark the age of electronics? In this episode of Science LIVE, Dr. Roger Billings and the Protégés break down the vacuum tube diode—one of the earliest electronic components that made controlling the flow of electrons possible. Learn how this simple device works, why it was so important in early radios and computers, and how it laid the groundwork for modern electronic technology. Join us for a clear, engaging look at a key milestone in the history of electronics. Watch Episodes LIVE! Learn about the Roger Billings Scholarship Roger Billings | Official Site

    57 min

  7. 12/18/2025

    291. The Edison Effect

    What if Thomas Edison’s greatest discovery wasn’t the light bulb? In this episode of Science LIVE, Dr. Roger Billings explores the Edison Effect and how Edison’s experiments paved the way for electron tubes and modern electronics. Discover why this overlooked breakthrough mattered then—and why it still shapes technology today. Watch Episodes LIVE! Learn about the Roger Billings Scholarship Roger Billings | Official Site

    54 min

  8. 12/11/2025

    290. The Relay

    How does a simple relay help us understand electricity and circuits? In this episode of Science LIVE, Roger Billings breaks down the science behind the relay—the clever electromagnetic switch that makes it possible to control circuits with precision. Learn how relays work, why they’re essential in everyday electronics, and how this simple idea became a building block for modern technology. A clear, hands-on look at one of engineering’s most important tools. Watch Episodes LIVE! Learn about the Roger Billings Scholarship Roger Billings | Official Site

    1h 2m
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Join Roger Billings, a technology thought leader and innovator, as he draws from his diverse range of life experiences, inspiring students of all ages to love science and to understand the value of education in empowering their life missions. This highly motivational and informative lecture series, hosted by the International Academy of Science, is part of the Roger Billings Mentoring Program.

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