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202463 minGtalk

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Behind the Scenes with a NOVA Host

202463 minGtalk

David Pogue, a prominent writer, TV presenter, and news correspondent, engages in a conversation with Dr. Nehemiah Mabry, an engineer and educator based in Raleigh, North Carolina.

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Behind the Scenes with a NOVA Host

2024• 63 minG

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David Pogue, a prominent writer, TV presenter, and news correspondent, engages in a conversation with Dr. Nehemiah Mabry, an engineer and educator based in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Synopsis

David Pogue, a prominent writer, TV presenter, and news correspondent, engages in a conversation with Dr. Nehemiah Mabry, an engineer and educator based in Raleigh, North Carolina. "Building Stuff with NOVA" offers a platform for engineering enthusiasts on Twitch, featuring live streams of engineering games, news, interviews, and field trips every weekday at 1 pm EDT. Dr. Mabry, with over 15 years of experience in engineering and science communication, brings a wealth of knowledge to the program, enhancing public understanding of engineering concepts.

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