The Science Files - Questions and Answers From A to Z by Richard Zurawski published by Fernwood Publishers was released in September 2013. My latest book lists the questions that have been posed by the listeners of my weekly radio science show public face of science and is based on the questions and answers listeners call in to my radio talk show, the “Science Files” a weekly, one hour call-in radio talk show.
Science Files Book Promo
Maritime Weather
Richard Zurawski’s Book of Maritime Weather - Richard wrote a book on the Maritime’s weather, not surprisingly called, Richard Zurawski’s Book of Maritime Weather!. The publisher is Pottersfield Press, owned and operated by Lesley Choyce a Maritime writer and personality in his own right. The book is in the stores or can be purchased from this web site.
The Maritime Book of Climate Change
This is my second Book with Pottersfield Press. Its about Climate Change, how it happens and how this global phenomenon is going to affect the Maritimes in the coming years, decades and centuries. Get your copy in the stores or right here.
A Few Comments About the Maritime Book of Climate Change
“Richard Zurawski has a big brain, a big heart, and a passion for truth-telling about environmental changes. These qualities shine brightly in this fascinating volume. It is a book that exhibits that rare combination of extensive knowledge, deep insight, and wonderful readability. It will be a breakthrough read for those who feel overwhelmed by the issue of global warming and its many studies. For those of us who live in the Maritimes, it is an indispensable description of what we will experience and what we are called to do.” Dr. Russell Daye, Senior Minister St. Andrew’s United Church
“What David Suzuki is to the West coast, Richard Zurawski is to the East. Richard has a google in his head and answers virtually every science question off the top of his head -- compelling stuff in live radio situations. At one time, I used to think that Richard was human. I can confirm that he is not.” Andrew Krystal, former host of Maritime Morning, Rogers Maritime Radio
“A very good overview of climate, and climate change. Zurawski has presented a rigorous overview of the hows¸ whys, and what ifs of Climate Change. His analysis is scientifically based, yet written in clear English – you do not need a science degree to understand the importance this book and the message it relays. Climate change will likely have significant implications for those of us living close to shore, and off the land; all Maritimers would do well to gain a collective understanding of these issues, and this book can help us get there.” Dr Edith G.J. Callaghan Arthur Irving Academy for the Environment Acadia University Wolfville, Nova Scotia
"Richard Zurawski has a gift for making complex scientific concepts understandable and even exciting. In this book, he presents the history of our climate, explains how we are imperiling our future and calls us to action. A must-read book for anyone concerned about the greatest challenge facing the human race." Geoff Regan Liberal MP, Halifax West, Chair of the Liberal Caucus Committee on environmental sustainability and vice-chair of the House of Commons Standing Committee on Environment and Sustainable Development and former Federal Minister of Fisheries an Oceans.
Media Mediocrity
Media Mediocrity - Waging War Against Science
We have all, at some point, seen science in action on television. Whether it was a show about disasters or weather, nature or the universe, a science commentator, even a crime show depicting forensic science – we have all gleaned a tidbit of scientific information while being entertained by our televisions.
Or have we?
From science channels and documentaries to fictional and children’s programming, television brings a myriad of scientific discoveries and theories into the homes of people around the world. But how accurately do these programs represent science? In Media Mediocrity, television producer and broadcaster Richard Zurawski argues that the science we learn on television is inaccurate, misleading and sometimes even dangerous.
Dealing with issues such as tobacco consumption, global warming and Intelligent Design – Media Mediocrity examines how television producers pursuit of ratings and profit trump any desire to provide the audience with an accurate knowledge of science – and argues that there are real consequences for this lack of knowledge. Four out of five viewers gather the bulk of their scientific knowledge from television, making television an important intermediary between society and its understanding of science. If television gives us inaccurate – or blatantly false – scientific information, how can we hope to make informed decisions about scientific issues? And, equally importantly, who is it that is feeding us this false science? And what do they gain from doing so? If you think your TV has made you an expert, then read this book – and think again.
Richard Zurawski is a meteorologist, documentary film producer, TV host, writer, University lecturer, public speaker and media expert and personality. He is the author of Richard Zurawski’s Book of Maritime Weather and The Maritime Book of Climate Change. He lives in Halifax with his wife, Susan, and two Border Collies, Patch and Tasha.
Prologue • Introduction - The War Against Science • The Television Cyclops, the One-Eyed Unblinking Monster • Science vs Journalism: Into the Field of Battle • Television, the Mouthpiece of Vested Interests • The Great Battles in the War Against Science • TV News • Scientists in Television • The Feedback Loop • Bogus Science