Show is very good when it deals with science rather than politics.
The show seems to be a little deep on the "politics" of science issues and a little shy on the actual science itself. When the subject matter is not related to global warming, energy issues, or the lack of governament funding for science, it is actually very entertaining and educational. Sadly, Ira seems to get a little too opinionated on certain issues rather than staying neutral as the host. A little less politics and a lot more pure science would significantly strengthen the showRead full review »
124noble via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 04/17/07
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It's great to be able to get and NPR program when you're not able to catch it on the radio! I've been using some of the show as material discussions in the classroom and had great results. Thanks Ira!Read full review »
seawest via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/17/08
Very interesting topics sometimes but more often that not poor execution.
Farkelheizen via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/24/10
I started out listening to this thinking it was a great show, but after a month or two the themes appear to repeat and it gets somewhat wearisome to listen to the third show about bird flu (say) without much variation in the story. Ira Flatow also tends to interrupt the guests at rather...Read full review »
AcidFlask via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 04/29/06
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