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KGNU - How On Earth

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The KGNU Science Show

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The physiology of deciduous trees (start time: 11:09) For many people living in places with four distinct seasons, such as here in Colorado, a favorite pastime at this midpoint in autumn is watching the faded leaves fall from their branches, and list... more

Five years ago, Beth spoke with Dr Marc Bubbs about his best-selling hardcover book, PEAK: THE NEW SCIENCE OF ATHLETIC PERFORMANCE. Since then, Bubbs has been on the leading edge of new developments in the physiology and psychology of athletic per... more

Into The Unknown (starts at 9:05) What do we know about the universe, and how do we know we know it? Conversely, what do we know we don’t know, what don’t we know that we don’t know, and why not?

To help us unravel these age-old philosophical questi... more

Into The Unknown (starts at 7:57) What do we know about the universe, and how do we know we know it? Conversely, what do we know we don’t know, what don’t we know that we don’t know, and why not?

To help us unravel these age-old philosophical questi... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Stephanie Mayer
A senior instructor emerita in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at CU Boulder
CU Boulder
Episode: Winter is Coming: Why Leaves Fall
Marc Bubbs
Performance and clinical nutritionist and author of the book "Peak: The New Science Of Athletic Performance"
Self
Episode: Peak Performance: Revisiting a Classic
Dr. Kelsey Johnson
Professor at the Department of Astronomy at the University of Virginia and author of Into the Unknown.
University of Virginia
Episode: Into The Unknown (Part 1)
Tim McNary
Arthropod curator and expert on katydids and grasshoppers
Gillette Museum of Arthropod Diversity, Colorado State University
Episode: Autumn Insects and their Songs
Hilary Rosner
Boulder journalist and author
Episode: From Habitat Loss to Repairing Connectivity
Perry Romanowski
Writer, cosmetic chemist, and founder of Chemist Corner
Chemist Corner
Episode: What About All Those Body Products We Buy?
Valerie George
Cosmetic chemist and vice president of research and development at a leading salon brand
Episode: What About All Those Body Products We Buy?
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

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
    Philippines4 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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Winter is Coming: Why Leaves Fall
Q: Why don't evergreens shed their needles?
Evergreens use a different evolutionary strategy and create a corky layer that allows them to retain their needles for longer periods.
Winter is Coming: Why Leaves Fall
Q: What accounts for the variability in fall colors?
Variability is influenced by environmental factors such as water availability and temperature, especially warm days followed by cool nights.
Winter is Coming: Why Leaves Fall
Q: If they're not turning color, what are these stunning trees doing?
The trees display brilliant colors due to the revealing of pigments that were already present in the leaves as chlorophyll degrades.
Peak Performance: Revisiting a Classic
Q: What is the role of sleep in athletic performance?
Bubbs explains that sleep extension has shown to correlate with improved performance outcomes in athletes, and emphasizes the importance of sleep hygiene and routine before bedtime.
Into The Unknown (Part 2)
Q: What caused the Big Bang?
It remains one of the greatest mysteries in science, with no definitive answer yet discovered.

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