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Groks Science Radio Show and Podcast

Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Artificial Intelligence
Mental Health
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Nuclear Energy
Climate Change
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Technology
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Neurodiversity
Hormone Health
Dopamine
Leadership
Interbellum Constitution
World War II
Altruism
Analytics
Robert Spears
Evolutionary Biology
Hashimoto's Thyroiditis

Weekly science radio program hosted by Dr. Charles Lee and Dr. Frank Ling. Each show features interviews with scientists and technical innovators, humorous commentary on recent discoveries, plus the Grokotron 5000 and the World Famous Question of the Week! Tune in every week and rediscover the world as you think you know it.

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Latest Episodes

Mental illness is often misunderstood, stigmatized, and poorly treated. How can peer led reforms help? On this episode, Frederick Vars discussed his book, Through the Fire.

The trial of war criminals after WWII required the evaluation by an expert psychiatrist, Dr. Douglas Kelley. What did he discover regarding the psyche of these criminals? On this episode, Jack El-Hai discussed his book, The Nazi and the Psychiatrist.... more

Space exploration has entered an accelerated period of development, with multiple competing entities and interests. What is the future of humanity in space? On this episode, David Ariosto discussed his book, Open Space

Elephants are unique animals that display complex behaviors. What can we learn from observing them? On this episode, Dr. Ron Dulek discussed his book, Sitting with Elephants.

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Recent Guests

Ronald Dulek
Professor of management, University of Alabama
University of Alabama
Episode: Elephant Lessons -— Groks Science Show 2026-04-01
David Sussillo
Author and researcher in neuroscience and AI
Stanford University; Google Brain Group; Meta Reality Labs
Episode: Emergence -— Groks Science Show 2026-03-25
Dr. Doug Coward
Veterinarian at the Animal and Bird Clinic of Mission Viejo
Animal and Bird Clinic of Mission Viejo
Episode: Healing Ends -— Groks Science Show 2026-03-18
Matt Kaplan
Science correspondent at The Economist; author
The Economist
Episode: Told You -— Groks Science Show 2026-03-04
Holly Erin Copeland
Author, speaker, former ecologist
Author of Inner Rewilding
Episode: Inner Rewinding -— Groks Science Show 2026-02-25
Dr. Rishi Rajpopat
Research assistant professor in the Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies at the University of Macau
University of Macau
Episode: Panini Rule -— Groks Science Show 2026-02-18
Dr. Melissa Robinson-Winemiller
Author, TEDx speaker, leadership coach, and host of the Empathic Leader podcast.
EQVIA
Episode: Empathic Leadership -— Groks Science Show 2026-02-11
Dr. Oscar Coetzee
VP of Clinical Education and Practitioner Support at Designs for Health
Designs for Health
Episode: Gut Microbiome -— Groks Science Show 2026-02-04
Joelle Kaufman
A leadership coach and author who has been shaped by breast cancer since age 13.
Episode: Crushing Cancer -— Groks Science Show 2026-01-28

Hosts

Frank Ling
Co-host and science communicator with a long-running role on the science show; contributes technical expertise and hosting banter across numerous episodes.
Charles Lee
Co-host and science communicator with a long-standing presence; known for interviewing, curating content, and engaging science conversations.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 45 ratings
  • Fascinating

    This is my favorite science show. The topics are varied and the interviewers ask great questions. I've been listening for years.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Donnarexia
    United States10 years ago
  • Great Science Podcast

    great subjects and interesting hosts

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Saj in ny
    United States11 years ago
  • Math

    This is a terrific program. It is enjoyably educational, and I love the variety of topics discussed. The episodes hosted by Joanna Rowell and Forrest Gulden are especially entertaining.

    -Jacob C.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nacknime
    United States13 years ago
  • Heinlein would be proud...

    I have been listening for years now and really love this podcast. Frank and Charles are great, the girl, uh, not so much. I find her irritating and the interviews she does boring. I tend to skip her podcasts but listen intently when she is not involved.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    CRanger
    United States15 years ago
  • You lost this listener!

    The interview with Dr. Harris was terrible. Why would you invite someone on your show with the credentials of Dr. Sam Harris only to confront him with really stupid questions. I do not know under which rock you found Dr. Covic, but I do not think she adds any value to your podcast. I have been a loyal subscriber to your podcast for several years, and I have purchased many books after listening to your author guests. However, I will never bother with your podcast again after your really poor trea... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Steve from Kansas
    United States16 years ago

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Some listeners feel the hosts' delivery or pacing doesn't work for them, but the content remains strong.
Engaging, varied topics with strong interview guests and insightful questions.
Informative and fun, with balance between humor and rigorous science.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Healing Ends -— Groks Science Show 2026-03-18
Q: What inspired you to write Healing Both Ends of the Leash?
My long career with animals showed me how powerful real food and holistic health concepts can be, especially when combined with insights from human medicine; I wanted to share simple, practical dietary strategies that can help both pets and people live healthier lives.
Told You -— Groks Science Show 2026-03-04
Q: What changes do you think could make science more open and fair for future researchers?
He advocates for system-level reforms like blind grant processes, semi-lottery funding to reduce prestige bias, and fostering civility and high standards for critique to protect researchers who challenge established ideas.
Told You -— Groks Science Show 2026-03-04
Q: Curious how you became interested in the topic and decided to put the book together.
Kaplan explains that observing repeated patterns of idea suppression and the high-stakes environment of modern science inspired him to document cases where being right was punished, with a focus on how culture, incentives, and gatekeeping shape scientific progress.
Panini Rule -— Groks Science Show 2026-02-18
Q: What solutions have you found for the challenges in Panini's grammar?
Dr. Rajpopat outlines his hypothesis regarding rule conflict and how reinterpreting Panini's instructions leads to consistent grammatical outcomes, marking a significant revelation in his research.
Panini Rule -— Groks Science Show 2026-02-18
Q: What is the significance of Panini's grammar and how does it work?
Dr. Rajpopat explains that Panini composed a systematic set of rules for deriving grammatical forms, equating it to a mechanistic process, and sharing his frustrations with inconsistencies in applying those rules.

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A science-focused interview show that blends rigorous discussion with accessible humor, exploring how scientific ideas unfold within culture, institutions, and everyday life. Episodes commonly feature researchers, authors, and practitioners who illuminate topics ranging from history of science and language to health, environmental science, and technology, often anchoring conversations around practical frameworks, case studies, and the implications for society. The show tends to attract listeners who crave depth without sacrificing entertaining banter, and it frequently highlights notable guests with strong storytelling, clear expertise, and a readiness to challenge conventional thinking. A few episodes stand out for tying academic insights ... more

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