Alan Alda Attacks Jargon in 'Flame Challenge
Clip: 6/27/2012 | 4m 51s
Hari interviews Miles on his report on the "Flame Challenge" and communicating science.
Hari and Miles O'Brien discuss Miles' latest report on the "Flame Challenge" contest. The contest, hosted by actor Alan Alda features 6,000 11-year-olds who judge scientists on their ability to explain science with clarity and, yes, substance.
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Alan Alda Attacks Jargon in 'Flame Challenge
Clip: 6/27/2012 | 4m 51s
Hari and Miles O'Brien discuss Miles' latest report on the "Flame Challenge" contest. The contest, hosted by actor Alan Alda features 6,000 11-year-olds who judge scientists on their ability to explain science with clarity and, yes, substance.
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