Manu Prakash, a bioengineering professor at Stanford and co-inventor of the Foldscope, discusses his mission to make science accessible and enjoyable for everyone. He shares his childhood curiosity sparked by a fireworks mishap and his journey towards innovative teaching methods. The conversation highlights the importance of experiential learning and community engagement in science education. Prakash also emphasizes how the Foldscope, a low-cost microscope, democratizes scientific exploration, inspiring curiosity in children and advocating for a cultural shift towards science in everyday life.