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 Produced from the American Museum of Science and Energy, AMSEcast invites guests from the world of science, literature, and technology to share unique perspectives from the realm of the highly trained and curiously minded.All materials within AMSEcast are the soul property of or legally licensed property of the American Museum of Science and Energy 科学
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  • Inside The Franklin Institute with Larry Dubinski

    Inside The Franklin Institute with Larry Dubinski
    2025/12/10
    Alan Lowe interviews Larry Dubinski, President and CEO of The Franklin Institute, as part of a series celebrating 250 years of American innovation. He joins AMSEcast to discuss the institute's 1824 origins, its mission to inspire curiosity in science and technology, and its deep ties to Benjamin Franklin's legacy. He highlights major exhibits, including the National Memorial, the Hamilton Collections Gallery, and historic patent models, and online series like Ingenious and The Road to 2050. Dubinski emphasizes fostering lifelong learning, diverse voices, and bold leadership to sustain innovation. Episod Highlights
    • (1:16) When The Franklin Institute was established and its mission
    • (1:58) Why Benjamin Franklin still looms large over so many subjects
    • (2:48) How Franklin's story is preserved and presented at the institute
    • (3:33) Why the Baldwin 60000 steam locomotive is such a great engineering innovation
    • (6:47) Exploring the museum's artifacts in "Ingenious: The Evolution of Innovation"
    • (8:23) Why the U.S. has such an ability for creating new technologies and creative problem solving
    • (9:06) How we can continue being leaders and innovators for the next 250 years
    Guest Biography Larry Dubinski is the President and CEO of The Franklin Institute in Philadelphia, one of the nation's oldest and most respected centers for science education. Since taking the helm in 2014, he has led major initiatives that expand the institute's reach, modernize its exhibits, and deepen its role in inspiring curiosity about science and technology. Under his leadership, The Franklin Institute has continued to honor Benjamin Franklin's legacy while showcasing cutting-edge innovation and educational programming. A champion of lifelong learning and public engagement in STEM, Larry brings both vision and passion to the advancement of science education. Links Referenced
    • The Franklin Institute: FiHome | The Franklin Institute https://fi.edu/
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    13 分
  • Franklin's Curiosity Unpacked with Richard Munson

    Franklin's Curiosity Unpacked with Richard Munson
    2025/11/26
    Alan Lowe talks with Richard Munson about his book Ingenious: A Biography of Benjamin Franklin, Scientist. Munson's book aims to highlight Franklin's often overlooked scientific achievements. He describes Franklin's rise from a penniless runaway to a successful printer whose curiosity fueled his scientific breakthroughs. Franklin's experiments helped define core electrical concepts and led to inventions like the lightning rod, reflecting his Enlightenment commitment to reason and inquiry. His scientific fame later boosted his diplomatic mission in France, where his celebrity status helped secure essential support for American independence. Episode Highlights
    • (1:18) How Benjamin Franklin's printing success allowed him to pursue science
    • (4:59) The role of Poor Richard's Almanac in Franklin's life
    • (7:27) What was known about electricity before his experiments and how he advanced it
    • (9:35) Benjamin Franklin's invention of the lightning rod
    • (11:22) What motivated Franklin to be constantly active
    • (16:55) His role in America's future alliance with France
    • (17:45) Why so many biographers have pushed Benjamin Franklin's scientific work to the side
    • (19:40) What Richard Munson is working on now
    Guest Biography Richard Munson is an award-winning author and longtime leader in environmental and clean-energy innovation. His career spans influential roles in nonprofits, academia, business, and on Capitol Hill, including serving as a director at the Environmental Defense Fund. A prolific writer, Munson explores the intersection of technology, sustainability, and public policy in works such as Tech to Table: 25 Innovators Reimagining Food. His latest book, Ingenious: A Biography of Benjamin Franklin, Scientist, examines the scientific curiosity and innovations of one of America's most iconic founders. Munson returns to AMSEcast to share fresh insights into Franklin's legacy and the power of science-driven problem-solving. Links Referenced
    • Tech to Table: 25 Innovators Reimagining Food: https://www.amazon.com/Tech-Table-Innovators-Reimagining-Food/dp/1642831905
    • Ingenious: A Biography of Benjamin Franklin, Scientist: https://www.amazon.com/Ingenious-Biography-Benjamin-Franklin-Scientist-ebook/dp/B0CTXNJL6Y
    • Power Corrupts: Cleaning Up America's Biggest Industry: https://www.amazon.com/Power-Corrupts-Cleaning-Americas-Industry/dp/1538199394
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    23 分
  • AMSE Science Report Sudip Parikh

    AMSE Science Report Sudip Parikh
    2025/11/24

    A discussion of American innovation and leadership with Sudip Parikh.
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    4 分
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