Podcast
Science LIVE with Roger Billings
Hosted by Roger Billings · EN
Join Roger Billings, a technology thought leader and innovator, as he draws from his diverse range of life experiences, inspiring students of all ages to love science and to understand the value of education in empowering their life missions.
This highly motivational and informative lecture series, hosted by the International Academy of Science, is part of the Roger Billings Mentoring Program.
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Episodes
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293. Vacuum Tube Amplifier
Jan 1500:55:44Tap to summarizeWhat’s a vacuum tube amplifier? Come explore with Dr. Roger Billings on Science LIVE! Learn about the technology that made it possible to boost electrical signals and amplify sound. Discover how vacuum tubes control electron flow, why they powered early radios, audio systems, and computers, and how they shaped modern electronics. And get ready for something super exciting: carbon nanotubes – super-strong, lightweight materials that might one day help build a space elevator, opening new ways to reach space!Watch Episodes LIVE!Learn about the Roger Billings ScholarshipRoger Billings | Official Site
Transcribe →292. The Vacuum Tube Diode
Jan 800:57:11Tap to summarizeWhat invention launched electronics? Learn about the vacuum tube diode, how it controls electrons, and why it powered radios and computers.Watch Episodes LIVE!Learn about the Roger Billings ScholarshipRoger Billings | Official Site
Transcribe →291. The Edison Effect
Dec 1800:53:45Tap to summarizeWhat if Thomas Edison’s greatest discovery wasn’t the light bulb? In this episode of Science LIVE, Dr. Roger Billings explores the Edison Effect and how Edison’s experiments paved the way for electron tubes and modern electronics. Discover why this overlooked breakthrough mattered then—and why it still shapes technology today.Watch Episodes LIVE!Learn about the Roger Billings ScholarshipRoger Billings | Official Site
Transcribe →290. The Relay
Dec 1101:01:34Tap to summarizeHow does a simple relay help us understand electricity and circuits? In this episode of Science LIVE, Roger Billings breaks down the science behind the relay—the clever electromagnetic switch that makes it possible to control circuits with precision. Learn how relays work, why they’re essential in everyday electronics, and how this simple idea became a building block for modern technology. A clear, hands-on look at one of engineering’s most important tools.Watch Episodes LIVE!Learn about the Roger Billings ScholarshipRoger Billings | Official Site
Transcribe →289. Inventioneer - Keystone Inventor
Dec 400:56:21Tap to summarizeHow do some inventors create ideas that shape entire industries? Listen as Dr. Roger Billings reflects on his journey as a lifelong inventor and shows how the principles of inventioneering can be applied to make lasting impact. Discover what it takes to go beyond ideas and prototypes to become a “keystone inventor” whose work supports and shapes future innovation. Whether you’re curious about invention, engineering, or the mindset behind breakthrough thinking, this episode offers inspiring insights and practical wisdom from one of today’s leading innovators.Watch Episodes LIVE!Learn about the Roger Billings ScholarshipRoger Billings | Official Site
Transcribe →288. Inventioneering
Nov 2700:59:19Tap to summarizeWhat does it really take to bring ideas to life? In this episode, Dr. Roger Billings takes us deeper into the world of inventioneering—the dynamic mix of creativity, engineering, and problem-solving that turns imagination into real-world inventions. He shows how inventioneering isn’t limited to tech or science—it can be applied to any creative or practical project. If you’ve ever had a spark of inspiration, this episode will help you learn how to shape it into something meaningful and impactful.Watch Episodes LIVE!Learn about the Roger Billings ScholarshipRoger Billings | Official Site
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