SNaQ
SNaQ
Carnegie Science Center
Science News and Qs, a Carnegie Science Center Podcast. Hosts Charissa Sedor and Ralph Crewe talk about science headlines, delve deeper into cool science topics and answer listener submitted science questions with a fun, Carnegie Science Center style. Submit science questions to [email protected], or call in to 412-237-3327.
Words About Birds with David Sibley
Birding legend David Sibley pops in for a delightful chat all about the sights and sounds of bird watching along with how to make a great field guide. From salt adapted loons, to brilliantly colorful wood-warblers, to mysterious chimney swifts who may spend months at a time in the skies over South America, you won't want to miss this audio expedition! As always, send science questions to [email protected] or record a question at 412-237-3327 and your question might end up on the next episode. Hermit thrush audio courtesy of Matthew D. Medler/Macaulay Library at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology (ML169025) Hosted by Charissa Sedor, Angelica Miller, and Ralph Crewe   Original Music by Kyle Simpson and Al Snyder A Carnegie Science Center Podcast
Mar 19, 2020
45 min
Mir, a Digital Ear, and Astronaut Michael Foale
Charissa and Ralph get to sit down with legendary astronaut Dr. Michael Foale as he recounts his stunning space career. Dr. Foale also introduces us to an astounding new acoustic analysis technology developed by Bosch called SoundSee with scientists Dr. Sam Das and Dr. Jon Macoskey. As always, send science questions to [email protected] or record a question at 412-237-3327 and your question might end up on the next episode. Hosted by Charissa Sedor, Angelica Miller, and Ralph Crewe   Original Music by Kyle Simpson and Al Snyder A Carnegie Science Center Podcast
Dec 10, 2019
42 min
Nobel Prizes, Zebra Cows, and Mummies of the World
Charissa and Ralph are joined by special guests Angelica Miller, Kayla Waugaman, and Jessica Reitz as we unwrap the story on the newest traveling exhibition at Carnegie Science Center, Mummies of the World.  As always, send science questions to [email protected] or record a question at 412-237-3327 and your question might end up on the next episode. Hosted by Charissa Sedor, Angelica Miller, and Ralph Crewe   Original Music by Kyle Simpson and Al Snyder A Carnegie Science Center Podcast
Oct 15, 2019
37 min
ASTC and Derek from Veritasium
Today’s show is a powerhouse of brilliant science people. Guest host Lamont Craven and Ralph travel to Toronto for the ASTC (Association of Science and Technology Centers) Conference, meeting so many awesome science center folks and talking about the cool stuff they’re up to. Then, we have an interview with the inimitable Derek Muller of Veritasium featuring a deep dive into aerogels and other cool stuff. Finally, we head back to the conference for science questions with special guests.   ASTC Guest List:   Cristin Doreglo President and CEO Association of Science and Technology Centers   Jason Brown Director Carnegie Science Center   Jenn Gustetic SBIR/STTR Program Executive NASA   Andrea Decker Adult Programs Manager Fleet Science Center   Sara Mazrouei Planetary Scientist   Shane Saunderson Robot Person   Cylita Guy Science Educator/Bat Person   Joey Rodriguez Manager of Community Engagement Center for Aquatic Sciences at Adventure Aquarium   Eddie Goldstein Magic Science Person   Catherine Emond Education and Interpretation Officer Canada Science and Technology Museum   Sam Blau External Programs Manager Maryland Science Center   As always, send science questions to [email protected] or record a question at 412-237-3327 and your question might end up on the next episode. Hosted by Lamont Craven and Ralph Crewe   Original Music by Kyle Simpson and Al Snyder A Carnegie Science Center Podcast
Sep 21, 2019
1 hr 1 min
Physics Fun with Dianna Cowern
Talking physics with Dianna Cowern of Physics Girl. From fluid dynamics to tic tacs, to some elegant PVC pipe singing and more! As always, send science questions to [email protected] or record a question at 412-237-3327 and your question might end up on the next episode. Hosted by Charissa Sedor and Ralph Crewe   Original Music by Kyle Simpson and Al Snyder A Carnegie Science  Center Podcast
Sep 17, 2019
40 min
Domain of Dominic Walliman
Ralph sits down for a mind-bending dive into the nature of the universe with science communication phenom Dr. Dominic Walliman. Dominic is the creator and host of Domain of Science as well as the author of Professor Astro Cat. As always, send science questions to [email protected] or record a question at 412-237-3327 and your question might end up on the next episode. Hosted by Charissa Sedor and Ralph Crewe   Original Music by Kyle Simpson and Al Snyder A Carnegie Science  Center Podcast
Sep 12, 2019
59 min
Cookin up a SNaQ with Cook Myosite
We dive deep into the emerging field of biological engineering with Cook Myosite's Vice President of Scientific Affairs, Dr. Ron Jankowski.  Learn more about the work that Cook Myosite is doing at https://cookmyosite.com/ Come see Dr. Jankowski speak IRL at Cafe Sci on August 5, 2019, at Carnegie Science Center. As always, send science questions to [email protected] or record a question at 412-237-3327 and your question might end up on the next episode. Hosted by Charissa Sedor and Ralph Crewe   Original Music by Kyle Simpson and Al Snyder A Carnegie Science  Center Podcast
Jul 29, 2019
39 min
Have a SNaQ with an Audiojack
Watch a movie for your ears with David Tobin, the creator of Audiojack. We talk about the science and creative process that goes into making these unique soundscape experiences. Check out www.audiojack.com for more info! As always, send science questions to [email protected] or record a question at 412-237-3327 and your question might end up on the next episode. Hosted by Charissa Sedor and Ralph Crewe ft. Angelica Miller Original Music by Kyle Simpson and Al Snyder A Carnegie Science  Center Podcast
Jun 11, 2019
27 min
To Space ft. Fraser Cain
An exploration of the Universe Today with the creator of Universe Today, Fraser Cain. Also, Charissa is back to talk science news and we welcome the inimitable Angelica Miller onboard the SNaQ team. As always, send science questions to [email protected] or record a question at 412-237-3327 and your question might end up on the next episode. Hosted by Charissa Sedor and Ralph Crewe ft. Angelica Miller Original Music by Kyle Simpson and Al Snyder A Carnegie Science  Center Podcast
May 21, 2019
1 hr 1 min
The Chief Scientist of a Certain Space Agency
It doesn't take the chief scientist of NASA to make a podcast, except for when it does. Satisfy your hunger for space science with this extended interview featuring NASA Chief Scientist and host of Gravity Assist, Dr. Jim Green! As always, send science questions to [email protected] or record a question at 412-237-3327 and your question might end up on the next episode. Hosted by Charissa Sedor and Ralph Crewe Original Music by Kyle Simpson and Al Snyder A Carnegie Science  Center Podcast
May 9, 2019
1 hr 1 min
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