TechStuff TechStuff Explores the Universe with Daniel and Kelly
Nov 27, 2024
The hosts team up with scientists to explore how media shapes our understanding of science. They tackle the tricky balance between storytelling and scientific accuracy, discussing everything from quantum mechanics to AI ethics. With a humorous touch, they dive into bizarre topics like cannibalism in horror films and share personal journeys through science fiction. Highlighting the importance of curiosity and STEAM education, they celebrate the unpredictable benefits of exploratory science while offering playful reflections on the universe and Thanksgiving.
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Cannibalism Timing
- Jonathan Strickland congratulated Daniel and Kelly on their podcast's Thanksgiving cannibalism episode.
- Kelly clarifies that Daniel, a physicist, frequently discusses cannibalism, even in the actual Thanksgiving episode.
Parasites and Consistency
- Kelly had a paper titled "What's Gotten Into You?" about parasites changing behavior.
- Strickland and Kelly discuss maintaining consistency in fiction, referencing shows like Lost and Buffy the Vampire Slayer.
Two-Person Typing
- Jonathan Strickland recalls a scene from a cop procedural show with two characters typing on one keyboard to counteract a hacker.
- He questions the realism of this depiction.