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Understanding the Misconceptions of Science

By: Don Lincoln, The Great Courses
Narrated by: Don Lincoln
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Consider these commonly held scientific beliefs: Planetary orbits are fixed ellipses; we only use 10 percent of our brains; nothing travels faster than light; a thrown object’s trajectory is a parabola. They seem correct, but they’re all misconceptions that aren’t entirely accurate. There’s much more to the story than you think.

These magnificent 24 lectures are devoted to busting myths, clearing up confusion, and giving you scientific epiphanies that could change how you think about your everyday world. You’ll explore shocking truths about some of science’s most well-known - and often controversial - concepts, including the physics of flight, black holes, quantum mechanics, and even the possibility of extraterrestrial life.

Delivered with insight, clarity, and a healthy dose of humor, Professor Lincoln’s scientific epiphanies will have you rethinking what you know - or thought you knew - about the world of science. Learn to see matter not as simple spheres but force fields. Discover why most human characteristics aren’t governed by a single gene. Examine why astronauts in the International Space Station aren’t in zero gravity but free fall. And those are just a few.

These lectures are, above all, about awareness and respect for what an immense undertaking scientific inquiry and experimentation is. Regardless of where you are in your own scientific adventures, they’ll empower you with not just good science, but better science.

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Excellent Narrator • Clear Explanations • Enjoyable Experience • Broad Selections • Fantastic Job • Compassionate Voice
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alot of material glanced at. title is true to what it is. one thing is the repeating himself to make the book longer. ... also the audio quality when recording could have been better.

would recommend

great story

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Dr Lincoln does a fantastic job of pointing out and explaining several of science’s most misunderstood concepts

Good listening

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Lay science education is limited in the internet age by shortened articles and generalizations as a compromise to bring it to a wider audience. At times however it would be nice to go deeper, to move a step closer to understanding what scientists do—subtleties and finer details. This book does that brilliantly without requiring science degrees, though previous exposure to the subjects will make this a most-enjoyable experience.

For any science fan this is a must-watch, must-listen book.
And just in time Audible has upgraded their app, linking the pdf directly. (That still needs some improvement so one can view the pdf while playing/pausing the audio.)

Above and Beyond

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Bringing clarity to ‘accepted way things are’ … this was a great blend of massively complex theories discussed where lay people can gain a lot of insight as well. A great diverse group of topics to bright light to. Well done!

Highly useful & informative

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I learned some new things and got more knowledge on others great course can't wait to do a second listening after I allow some time to pass.

Informative

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Doctor Lincoln is always a great listen, but some may prefer the video version.

Excellent but math heavy

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Very informative to the point where it's cathartic I feel relaxed and energized at the same time I love the emotional compassion he has in his voice ❤️❤️.

Amazing

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Sometimes it can be difficult to explain complex physics however, Don doesn’t excellent job if you don’t mind the odd dad joke here and there

Enjoyable all round

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another great book by Mr. Lincoln. his presentation is flawless and the content is completely captivating. I totally recommend this book.

loved the book and Don Lincoln

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Professor Lincoln makes good on the promise to correct many misconceptions. Even a very well-educated person with a scientific background will learn from the course. As usual, Professor Lincoln's lecture style will hold your interest and keep you listening.

Professor Don Lincoln does not disappoint

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