The Scientific Odyssey
An examination of scientific inquiry through a discussion of the history and philosophy of the scientific endeavor.
Latest episodes
Nov 12, 2014 • 27min
Scientific Odyssey Unscripted: Thoughts on Rosetta
Unscripted thoughts on the landing of the Philae probe on comet 67P.
Nov 9, 2014 • 38min
Episode 1.4: Tools of the Trade
Exploring the power of models in science and the significance of organizing principles. Discussing deductive and inductive reasoning, along with a historical debate on the nature of light in the 18th century. Serendipitous breakthroughs and the role of structured investigations in scientific advancement.
Nov 2, 2014 • 30min
Episode 1.3: What's The Big Idea?
Exploring the evolution of scientific ideas from hypotheses to theories, the podcast covers the creative process behind forming hypotheses, the importance of experimentation, challenges in testing hypotheses, Galileo's discoveries on falling objects, and the development of scientific theories like the atomic model.
Oct 26, 2014 • 27min
Episode 1.2: Those Things Necessary
Exploring the empirical nature of scientific inquiry, focusing on data reliability and validation of information sources. Discussing the importance of skepticism in evaluating scientific claims and distinguishing falsifiable predictions. Highlighting the role of peer review and collaboration in ensuring accuracy and reproducibility in scientific publications.
Oct 19, 2014 • 24min
Episode 1.1-Science As Inquiry
A discussion of why studying science is not only useful but necessary in today's world along with an explanation of inquiry and a brief tour of different fields and types of scientific research.
Oct 13, 2014 • 24min
Episode 0-Setting Out
This is the beginning, the pushing off, the setting out. It is here that the voyage commences and we set our sights on new horizons and far off vistas. This podcast is where I tell you what this whole thing's about: who your guide is, the vehicle we'll be traveling in and where we might be going. It's a journey with a thousand or more steps and this is the first one.
