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Episode - Science Talk: June 18, 2008

Science Talk: June 18, 2008

22m 57s

06-17-08

Glenn Zorpette, executive editor of IEEE Spectrum magazine, and journalist John Horgan discuss various ideas related to what some call "the coming singularity," a point where computers will allegedly attain consciousness and superintelligence. Or not. Plus, we'll test your knowledge of some recent science in the news. Web sites mentioned on this episode include www.spectrum.ieee.org/singularity<

 

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Scientific American Podcast

Scientific American Podcast

Category: Science

Last update: Mon Dec 01 15:59:53 -0800 2008

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The Scientific American Podcast is a weekly science audio show covering the latest in the world of science and technology. Join host Steve Mirsky each week as he explores cutting-edge breakthroughs and controversial issues with leading scientists and journalists. He is also an articles editor and columnist at Scientific American magazine, and his column, "Antigravity", is one of science writing's rare venues for humor. Check out the new daily podcast from Scientific American: "60 Second Science."

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