Genius Hack

This week we look at NASA's mind blowing plans to return to the moon by 2024 and how they plan to stay there. Also we discuss the news that Huawei can no longer use Google's Android OS and what that means for the Chinese tech giant. 

**Sorry it's Late**In the first of 2 episodes this week, we look at the fears people have over 5G internet which is being rolled out around the world. As well as that we look at some interesting technology myths from over the years.All of this and more, this week on Genius Hack!!!

This episode is exactly what the title suggests! The Science of Superheros! In this episode we look at some comic book favorites and figure out if their set of abilities or how they got them in the first place are at all possible, regardless of how unlikely it may be. 

So it would seem that Nintendo beat Google to the punch when it comes to streaming games back in the 90s.....well kind of anyway. Also, it's hard to believe that the Gameboy has turned 30! We both feel so old!! All of that and more on this weeks Genius Hack 

So we missed a week of the show and they only went and photographed a Black hole!! Yeah we have great timing!We are also sorry that the first half of the show we sound a bit off. We were struggling with the unexpected heat in the studio, but we get used to it eventually.So enjoy listening to us trying to talk about science while also baking in the heat at the same time. We clearly aren't above suffering for your entertainment! 

This week we speak to Vicky Twomey-Lee from Dublin Maker about their open call for applications.  After that we look at the prediction people made about the future, some of which were unbelievably wrong, while others were absolutely spot on. 

As the title suggests, the internet is about to change massively, for those of us in Europe at the very least. But don't worry. This episode isn't all doom and gloom and we look at some odd stories including a pair of holograms going on tour....yeah it's as odd as it seems. So sit back, relax and welcome back to Genius Hack!

Last week (Just after our last episode came out of course) Google made a major announcement about their attempt to enter the gaming market and launch a brand new game streaming service, Stadia.This inspired us to talk about the pros, cons and prevalence of streaming media in 2019 and of course take a look at what Google has in store for us. 

It seems like something straight out of a Sci-Fi movie, but the day when robots and AIs take over some of the jobs done by humans might be closer than you think. We look into this somewhat scary vision of the future as well as some of the more interesting News stories that we've come across on this weeks Genius Hack. 

Yes as our amazingly over dramatic title suggests, this week we look at the spreading of bacteria and viruses, which leads to a discussion on how we could some day end up going extinct......Yeah sorry to be a bit of a downer. So sit back and (try to) relax as we explore these fascinating and pretty scary topics.

WE'RE BAAACCK!!It's the first episode of season 2, and partially inspired by the new(ish) film Alita and also from our own conversations from season 1, we are looking at the innovations in the world of prosthetic limbs and even things like bionic organs.   So you're very welcome back to Genius Hack, and it starts now!! 

For the second part of our season 1 retrospective, we look at some of the more interesting topics we covered this season. From Lab grown meat to Deep fakes and more. So sit back and enjoy the best bits of season 1.

Season 1 of Genius Hack has sadly come to an end. But fear not!! Season 2 is only 2 weeks away, But to tide you over until then, we have prepared a 2 part special looking at the best of what season 1 had to offer. In this episode we look at some of our favourite interviews from across the series. So sit back and relax as we take a trip down memory lane with the best of Genius Hack part 1!  

Earlier this week was the International day of Women and Girls in Science! And to mark that we decided to celebrate the amazing women who overcame the barriers before then to become trailblazers in their respective fields of study. As well as this we have our weekly news segment highlighting some of the latest happenings in the world of science. 

In this episode, we take a dive into the world of Deep Fakes and look at the ways this strange, interesting and kind of scary new technology has been used and possibly will be used in the future.All of this as well as some interesting facts, and the latest science news all on this week's episode of Genius Hack. 

In this episode, we speak to D William O'Connor, Associate Professor at UCD, about EIRSAT-1, Ireland's First ever Satellite. We learn what went into making this project happen as well as what research will be carried out by this amazing little satellite. All of this and more on this week's episode of Genius Hack.

In this episode we look at our relationship with mobile devices and ask the question, will we even still have smartphones in 10 years time, or are the materials they use going to run out before then.

In this weeks's episode of Genius Hack, we speak to Ireland's foremost Astronomer David Moore about Dark Matter, Dark energy and how our universe is constantly expanding. We also speak about an upcoming moon watch event for budding astronomers and enthusiasts alike.All this, on top of our usual fun facts and the latest news on this weeks genius hack. 

In this episode we look at the contributions of Irish scientists to the greater science community. We also look at nanotechnology and specifically how it has been used to clean up a polluted waterway. All of this and more on this week's genius hack!! 

Our New Year Special!! This week we speak about what the future has in store for us in terms of science and technology! We speak in particular about the rise of Lab grown meats and discuss our opinions on it!  

On this very Christmassy edition of Genius Hack, we look at how the man in the big Red Suit manages to get around the world as fast as he does, as well as how exactly he is able to fit down all those chimneys! So relax with your mince pies or whatever else you want to indulge in at this time of year, and have some festive fun with us!

In this episode, we speak about the emergence and development of Artificial intelligence and the impact, both positive and negative it may have on our lives.   

In this episode, we speak to David Moore from Astronomy Ireland about a number of things including Astronomy Ireland itself, the Comet which will be visible during the Christmas period and an upcoming lecture on Mars InSight, as well as much more. We also have some fun chatting about some fun comet facts and look at a few news stories to round off the show.  So sit back, relax and hopefully you learn something new and have fun doing it. 

This is Episode one of a new show where we explore the exciting world of science and technology. In this episode we discuss some misconceptions about space travel, ask the question "Are we becoming cyborgs?" and look at the latest news in science and tech.