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This podcast is a channel on the New Books Network. The New Books Network is an academic audio library dedicated to public education. In each episode you will hear scholars discuss their recently published research with another expert in their field. Discover our 150+ channels and browse our 28,000+ episodes on our website: ⁠newbooksnetwork.com⁠ Subscribe to our free weekly Substack newsletter to ... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Bruno Strasser
Historian and professor at the University of Geneva
University of Geneva, Yale University
Episode: Bruno J. Strasser and Thomas Schlich, "The Mask: A History of Breathing Bad Air" (Yale UP, 2025)
Dr. Thomas Schlich
Historian and expert in the history of medicine and surgery
Episode: Bruno J. Strasser and Thomas Schlich, "The Mask: A History of Breathing Bad Air" (Yale UP, 2025)
Heino Falcke
German professor of radio astronomy and astroparticle physics at Radboud University, originator of the black hole shadow concept
Radboud University
Episode: Heino Falcke and Jörg Römer, "Light in the Darkness: Black Holes, the Universe, and Us" (HarperCollins, 2021)
Marc Berman
Cognitive neuroscientist focused on the effects of nature on mental processes.
University of Chicago
Episode: Marc Berman, "Nature and the Mind: The Science of How Nature Improves Cognitive, Physical, and Social Well-Being" (Simon and Schuster, 2025)
Peter Frankopan
Professor of Global History at Oxford University and author of The Earth Transformed
Oxford University
Episode: Peter Frankopan, "The Earth Transformed: An Untold History" (Knopf, 2023)
Rachel Midura
Author of Postal Intelligence: The Tassis Family and Communications Revolution in Early Modern Europe
Cornell University Press
Episode: Rachel Midura, "Postal Intelligence: The Tassis Family and Communications Revolution in Early Modern Europe" (Cornell UP, 2025)
Aaron Bateman
Assistant Professor of History and International Affairs
George Washington University
Episode: Aaron Bateman. "Weapons in Space: Technology, Politics, and the Rise and Fall of the Strategic Defense Initiative" (MIT Press, 2024)
Alexa Hagerty
Author of the book Still Life with Bones
Crown Publishing
Episode: Alexa Hagerty, "Still Life with Bones: Genocide, Forensics, and What Remains" (Crown, 2023)
Dr. Florentine Koppenborg
Author of Japan's Nuclear Disaster and the Politics of Safety Governance
Cornell University Press
Episode: Florentine Koppenborg, "Japan's Nuclear Disaster and the Politics of Safety Governance" (Cornell UP, 2023)

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Dr. Miranda Melcher
Host of New Books in Science, Technology, and Society, and co-host of New Books in Science, Technology, and Society.

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4.3 out of 5 stars from 75 ratings
  • Excellent, but please fix the audio

    Excellent content, but the audio of the introductory part is disturbed by static noise. Thankfully the introduction is pretty short. The audio of the interview is much better. I think it would be wise to get a new microphone.

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    Em1975
    United States5 years ago

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Alexa Hagerty, "Still Life with Bones: Genocide, Forensics, and What Remains" (Crown, 2023)
Q: What did you find most surprising about the process of identifying remains?
I was surprised by the incredibly labor-intensive process and how many steps are involved in exhuming and identifying remains.
Alexa Hagerty, "Still Life with Bones: Genocide, Forensics, and What Remains" (Crown, 2023)
Q: How did you become interested in anthropology?
I was initially interested in psychology and history, but after reading some anthropology, I eventually became drawn to it and decided to study it.
Heino Falcke and Jörg Römer, "Light in the Darkness: Black Holes, the Universe, and Us" (HarperCollins, 2021)
Q: You cite a particular experiment in the book. Could you talk to me about the role of failure in scientific method and analysis?
Failure in science can lead to groundbreaking insights, as demonstrated by pivotal experiments that reshape our understanding.
Heino Falcke and Jörg Römer, "Light in the Darkness: Black Holes, the Universe, and Us" (HarperCollins, 2021)
Q: Heino, why did you write Light in the Darkness and who is the target audience?
The audience is the broad public, not just astronomy experts, aiming to tell the story of astronomy and connect it to human curiosity.
Alison Bashford, "Decoding the Hand: A History of Science, Medicine, and Magic" (U Chicago Press, 2025)
Q: How does palmistry connect with scientific and medical practices today?
Palmistry has surprisingly influenced medical practices, particularly in the study of genetics and diagnosing conditions like Down syndrome.

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Focusing on the intersection of science, technology, and society, this podcast features in-depth discussions with scholars about their recent research and publications. The dialogue encompasses a diverse range of topics, including health disparities linked to medical institutions, the historical evolution of artificial intelligence, Indigenous narratives in archaeology, and the cultural significance of technology in social movements. Noteworthy is the engagement with contemporary issues such as environmental justice, digital rights, and the implications of fintech innovations. This podcast is likely to appeal to listeners interested in scholarly insights into how scientific and technological advancements shape societal dynamics.

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