Jody Cowan

Apr 9, 2024 | wamc.org | Jody Cowan

Residents and visitors from around the world came to the Northeast Monday to see the total solar eclipse. But others experienced the afternoon in novel ways. Staff at the United Cerebral Palsy of Western Massachusetts organized a solar eclipse party in Pittsfield for the Sight Impaired, Blind and Sighted Community. Under a bright but hazy, cloud-covered sky, about 100 people gathered outside the Clock Tower building.

Jan 29, 2024 | wamc.org | Jody Cowan

This week on The Best of Our Knowledge: we’ll learn about a science degree program offering a unique look at the future of fermentation. And we’ll hear how one institution in New York state is adapting to proposed changes in teaching standards. ————

Jan 15, 2024 | wamc.org | Lucas Willard |Jody Cowan

On this episode of The Best of Our Knowledge: We’ll learn about the world’s most formidable creatures. National Geographic writer Jen Szymanski will speak with our Jody Cowan about her latest book for young readers, “Deadliest Animals on the Planet.”  And we’ll learn about ice yachts – the fastest craft on the planet at the turn of the 20th Century.

Oct 14, 2023 | wamc.org | Jody Cowan

This weekend, spectators in the Western Hemisphere are in for a special treat when the moon moves in front of the sun, blocking sunlight and creating a fantastic “ring of fire” in the sky. This is an annular eclipse, not to be confused with a total solar eclipse, as we’ll have one of those soon enough. Here to speak on this rare solar viewing event and how best to witness it safely, is Nasa expert and Heliophysics Research and Analysis Lead, Patrick Koehn. ———— PK: Hi, thanks for having me on.

Jul 15, 2023 | wamc.org | Jody Cowan

Drag story hours, where drag queens read books to children are becoming popular events in bookstores and libraries, but they're also at the center of the culture war. The Bethlehem Public Library in Albany County held its first Drag Story hour on Thursday. The event sparked both excitement and controversy. An hour before showtime a crowd gathered in support at the entrance of the library.