Science

Science café is a growing program originating in Boston. The goal is simple: presenting the newest ideas in science in an approachable way while altering everyone’s mood with coffee and pastries.

Katie discusses the latest show at the Skaerkel Planetarium, and the value in the programming for kids.

Rhiannon runs down her reasons to attend science conferences as a PhD student at the U of I.

Katie recounts her latest visit to the Staerkel Planetarium for Cosmic Colors.

Rhiannon's tomato plants are suffering from blossom-end rot. She explains why this name is a misnomer and how you can help your own fruits and veggies if they're suffering from this disorder too.

Katie's not going outside; it's too damn hot out. Her suggestion: Let's go learn some stuff at the planetarium.

Laura brings us four facts about a favorite activity: sleeping.

In celebration of Blues, Brews, and BBQ 2013, let's talk fermentation. 

In celebration of pollinator week, we talk about how plants manipulate animals to do their bidding, and the animals that fall for it.