Summary: Have we become overly attached to the internet as a society? What would happen if the internet suddenly disappeared? Also, what the heck is going on around the star called KIC8462852? And how important is it to get genetic screening before pregnancy? So many questions! So little time! Segment 1: The Internet Apocalypse Electronics, computers, and the internet are so ingrained in our society that we have grown dependent on them. Author Peter Sacco's (@peterandrewsacc) book, "The Internet Apocalypse", examines how the death of the internet would affect our society. Segment 2: Addicted to Tech Are we too addicted to our technology and social media? Peter Sacco (@peterandrewsacc) chats about the possible effects of a sudden loss of the internet: could people turn to other vices like drinking or drugs to fill the void?! Segment 3: What The Flux? The Kepler mission has observed a very strange, regularly occuring dip in the light emitting from a distant star called KIC8462852, or the WTF star. Is this evidence of a highly advanced alien civilization? Maybe it's just space dust, or two planets colliding. NASA Solar System Ambassador, Matt Funke (@Turnleftatmars), sounds off. Segment 4: Space Junk There are some rumors of an asteroid poised to strike the Earth on Halloween! Should we be scared? NASA's, Matt Funke (@Turnleftatmars), reassures us that we are safe, but there is a chunk of space debris coming right for us. Also, not scary. Segment 5: Genetic Lineage Should you be concerned about what you are genetically passing down to your children? Natera.com OB/GYN, Dr. Jill Hechtmen (@Drjillhechtmen), urges us to get tested for any genetic diseases, and gives us tips for discerning if you are more likely to have these traits. Segment 6: Genetic Screening One of the things least commonly asked for by couples expecting to become pregnant is genetic screening. Dr. Jill Hechtmen (@Drjillhechtmen) warns us of the possible diseases, and urges all of us to ask for a Horizon Genetic Screen.
