Finding Genius Podcast

Faust Ruggiero joins the podcast today to discuss his work as a published research author, clinical trainer, and therapist. Faust has counseled people from all walks of life, and has helped countless…

Sustainable agriculture is a concept that takes an immense amount of attention and commitment. The disconnect between society and our food sources is staggering – and in this episode, we get familiar…

Returning to the podcast to discuss water desalination is Mark Holtzapple. Mark is a Professor of Chemical Engineering at Texas A&M University where he researches technologies that improve sustainabi…

Have you ever wondered how alcohol contributed to the origins of our civilization? Well, look no further. In this episode, we explore how our ancestors used alcohol and other intoxicants – and why hu…

Joining us in this episode is physicist and astrophysicist Marco Castellano. Marco is a researcher at Osservatorio Astronomico di Roma-INAF, where he investigates galaxy formation – specifically look…

In this episode, we sit down with two expert agriculturalists: Jim Kamas and Jacy L. Lewis. Both Jim and Jacy reside in Texas, where they lend their horticultural insight to Texas A&M University and …

Our planet provides everything for us, and it’s our job to ensure that it is appropriately taken care of. By coming together and creating technology that supports this effort, we will be able to enjo…

As technology continues to advance, so does our ability to understand astronomical wonders. With the ongoing innovation of state-of-the-art telescopes, you wouldn’t believe what researchers are disco…

In this episode, we chat with expert astronomer Ori Fox. Ori is a Scientist at the Space Telescope Science Institute (STScI) where he works on the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST). The JWST was laun…

What are some innovative and creative ways to reduce the negative impacts of human activity on the environment and marine life?

This is a question at the center of Juan José Bonello’s work as an envi…

In this episode, we sit down with Natalie M. Mahowald, an Earth scientist who is the Irving Porter Church Professor of Engineering at Cornell University. She joins us today to discuss her work surrou…

Gardening is a skill that is both fulfilling and useful, especially in today’s world. Whether you are new to food cultivation or have been doing it for years, it is always important to consider the g…

Andy Booth joins the podcast today to discuss the ongoing problem of microplastics. Andy is an environmental chemist that serves as the Chief Scientist at SINTEF Ocean, where he contributes his knowl…

In this episode, we chat with Devin Burke, the Founder of Sleep Science Academy. Brian wears many hats – he is a bestselling author, Youtuber, TedX speaker, and sleep coach that was named “One of the…

In this episode, we discuss all things fungi with Jordan Jent from Texas Fungus. Jordan is a farmer that supplies local restaurants and markets with gourmet artisan mushrooms – from Shiitake to Lions…

Joining us today is John Virdin, the Director of the Ocean and Coastal Policy Program at Duke University. He joins us today to discuss marine conservation, and how humans affect ocean environments.

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Where is your seafood coming from, and why does it matter?

Find out the answer to this question and so many more with aquaculture and marine science expert Laura Tiu.

You’ll explore:

• What percentage…

Today we connect with Dr. Noelle Patno, a microbiome scientific educator that has cultivated a distinct approach to nutritional research. Dr. Patno has a Ph.D. in Molecular Metabolism and Nutrition, …

There’s not one sector of our economy that isn’t completely dependent upon a secure, natural rubber supply. But 100% of natural rubber is produced outside of the U.S., putting us at risk of running o…

Joining us today to discuss his horticultural work is Daniel Wells. Daniel is an Associate Professor in Auburn University’s Department of Horticulture where he teaches and focuses his research on “im…