You're the Expert

Dr. Irene Pepperberg knows more about bird brains than just about anyone in the world. Her groundbreaking work with Alex, an African Gray Parrot who talked back and answered questions about abstract concepts, changed the way we think about consciousness. Comedians Ken Reid, Obehi Janice, and Julia Claire learned more. Hosted by Chris Duffy. Produced by Pretty Good Friends.

Direct download: Bird_Brains__Parrot_Talk.mp3
Category:Comedy -- posted at: 9:20am EDT

Harvard astrophysicist Alyssa Goodman studies the birth of stars and the many ways humans have tried to predict the future. Comedians Maeve Higgins, Ken Reid, and Steve Macone learn the secrets of the universe and why everyone is so afraid of stars. Hosted by Chris Duffy. Produced by Pretty Good Friends.

Direct download: Astrophysics_and_Predicting_the_Future.mp3
Category:Comedy -- posted at: 6:00am EDT

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