2001: A Space Odyssey

In this episode of "Popcorn Science," discuss the 1968 film 2001: A Space Odyssey.

Topics

Science Gripes (7:00)

Tapir do not live in Africa

Arid environment, but humans likely evolved in arboreal environment

Little evidence for humans living in caves

Humans are not the only tool users, monolith didn't grant unique advantage

Artistic placement of the moon

Random equations / diagrams on screen: Sci-Fi jibberish

Space craft: No thrusters

Moonwalking: Too much gravity, too little falling down

EVA without tether or thruster packs, gardening gloves