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KGNU - How On Earth

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The KGNU Science Show

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On this week’s How On Earth, Beth spoke with two cosmetic chemists, hosts of the podcast The Beauty Brains. We touched on some basic questions I have regarding some of the universe of products, such as shampoos, body lotions and sun screens. Beauty B... more

Menopause & HT (start time: 0:58)  It happens to every woman with a uterus who reaches midlife. Menopause is a major hormonal  transition that, although very challenging for some women, is natural, and (get this!) even  advantageous to civilization. ... more

On this week’s How on Earth, Beth describes recent developments in defunding NIH research and CDC limits on vaccine availability; then digs into vaccine safety and development with global vaccine expert, Dr Dr Kawsar Talaat. Dr Talaat is a physician... more

Climate change. Astronomy.  A canine astronaut. They intersect in our guest, astronomer and author Dr. Jeff Bennett. Among other things, we focus on climate change and policy – present and future.

Dr. Bennett got his Ph.D. in Astrophysics from the U... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Jen Gunter
Gynecologist and author of The Menopause Manifesto
Episode: Menopause, Hormone Therapy, Science
Dr. Kawsar Talaat
A physician board certified in pediatrics, internal medicine, and infectious diseases, overseeing COVID-19 vaccine trials at Johns Hopkins University
Johns Hopkins University
Episode: The (ever-changing) Scoop on Vaccines
Dr. Jeff Bennett
Astronomer and author
Episode: Climate Change, Astronomy, Canine Astronauts
Bill McKibben
American environmentalist, author, and activist known for his work on climate change and sustainability.
Founder of 350.org and co-founder of Third Act
Episode: Bill McKibben – Here Comes the Sun
John Valliant
Author of "Fire Weather, A True Story from a Hotter World"
Independent author
Episode: Wildfires in a Changing Climate
Dr. Walid Abdellati
Director of Ceres and professor of Geography at CU Boulder
University of Colorado Boulder
Episode: Climate Science, Human Lives at Risk
Dr. Tony Tyson
Distinguished research professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of California, Davis, and Chief Scientist of the Vera Rubin Observatory
University of California, Davis
Episode: The Vera Rubin Observatory
Chris DeSouza
Scientist from the University of Colorado Integrative Physiology Department
University of Colorado
Episode: 50 Years of Open Space! // Heart Attack and Stroke Risk from Common Sugar Substitute
Dr. Justine Debelius
Computational biologist and research scientist
Johns Hopkins University
Episode: The Tumor Microbiome Can Affect Cancer Survival

Hosts

Susan Moran
Host and co-host of various segments, brings insights on scientific reporting and community engagement.
Beth Bennett
Host and co-host focusing on environmental discussions and academic science reporting.
Joel Parker
Host and co-host who highlights topics in astronomy and public science education.
Shelly Schlender
Co-host with expertise in broadcasting and storytelling related to scientific issues.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 29 ratings
  • Awesome Podcast!!!

    Beth, host of the KGNU - How on Earth podcast, highlights all energy, science, climate and more in this can’t miss podcast! The host and expert guests offer insightful advice and information that is helpful to anyone that listens!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    roweereyes
    Philippines3 years ago
  • Interesting

    This is a very interesting show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lloydmusic
    Canada8 years ago
  • I don't even live in Colorado and I love this podcast

    I discovered this podcast about 6 months ago and have not only listened to every episode since, I have begun downloaded older episodes and listening. Great variety of topics. Knowledgeable hosts and guests. Professionally done podcast. Highly recommended.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Old UNIX guy
    United States8 years ago

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Menopause, Hormone Therapy, Science
Q: What about treatment options for menopause?
The treatment depends on individual symptoms and health concerns, with options ranging from hormone therapy to non-hormonal therapies like cognitive behavioral therapy.
Menopause, Hormone Therapy, Science
Q: What are some of the core symptoms of menopause?
Core symptoms include hot flashes, night sweats, brain fog, vaginal dryness, muscle pain, joint pain, risk of bone loss, and sleep disturbances.
Menopause, Hormone Therapy, Science
Q: What prompted you to really dive into this depth and write a book about it?
Dr. Gunter realized the pervasive misinformation about menopause while on her book tour for 'The Vagina Bible', where she encountered numerous audience questions about menopause revealing a significant gap in understanding.
Climate Change, Astronomy, Canine Astronauts
Q: How does an astrophysicist go from studying the universe to talking about climate change?
Climate change is part of planetary science, which can be learned through studying other planets, such as Venus, and includes a big picture perspective beneficial for explaining these issues.
Climate Change, Astronomy, Canine Astronauts
Q: What do you mean by post-global warming?
It refers to a future where global warming is no longer an ongoing problem, and society has successfully addressed climate challenges.

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