The Scientific Odyssey

The Scientific Odyssey Unscripted-The Muon g-2 Experiment Results

In this unscripted episode, we take a look at the announced results from the Muon g-2 experiment recently performed at the Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory.  We examine what it means for the Standard Model of Particle Physics along with the importance of doing science with the goal of falsifying presently accepted models and theories rather than seeking confirmation.

Episode 1.10: Science, Pseudoscience, and Snake Oil

A look at pseudosciences and their characteristics through the lenses of critical thinking and inquiry.

Episode 5.12: Boundaries of Empire

In this episode, we begin our exploration of the Chinese cartographic tradition.

Solstice 2020

In this special solstice episode fo the podcast, we embark on a winter journey through the writings of John Muir and David Henry Thoreau among others.

Episode 5.11: Itineraries

In this episode, we conclude our examination of cartography in the Roman Empire by looking at the development of itineraries and travel maps from the period of the late Antonines to the Byzantine Empire.