Entomologist Samuel Ramsey discusses "Secrets of the Bees" and what the hidden lives of bees reveal about ecosystems, agriculture and survival.
A new perspective on space, time and humanity
02/04/2026 | 25 min
Astrophysicist Jeffrey Bennett discusses his book, “The Scale of the Universe,” and how understanding the vastness of space and time can reshape how we see ourselves and each other.
AI sounds smart but still doesn't understand
26/03/2026 | 25 min
A leading AI researcher, Dr. Melanie Mitchell, explores the gap between pattern recognition and genuine comprehension and how today’s most powerful models still stumble on the difference.
Turning curiosity into geologic insight
26/03/2026 | 24 min
Utah’s dramatic landscape holds clues to ancient lakes, shifting climates, and powerful geologic forces. Geologist Dr. Holly Godsey of the University of Utah explores Lake Bonneville, getting students into the field, and bringing science to life.
The rise of artificial biological intelligence
19/03/2026 | 28 min
Geneticist Adrian Woolfson discusses how artificial intelligence and synthetic genomics are making it possible to design entire genomes from scratch — a shift he calls artificial biological intelligence.
Cool Science Radio is a weekly, hour-long program that focuses on the latest developments and discoveries in the fields of science and technology. Co-hosts Lynn Ware Peek and Scott Greenberg decipher what's new with science and technology experts in an entertaining, amusing and accessible way.