Looking Up With Prof David Block

Why is the sky dark at night even though there are an infinite number of stars? Prof. Block answers this question and debunks some astronomy myths. cliffcentral.com

Professor David Block takes us from the toaster to the moon landing, and everything else in between. Professor Block explains why the American flag looked like it was blowing in the moon landing visuals as well as explains how the power in your USB, has more operating power than what it took to get Neil Armstrong onto the moon. cliffcentral.com

Professor Block delves into the theme of “Looking up on Youth Day: Our Leaders of Tomorrow”. The Prof is joined by special guest Genevieve Savary. cliffcentral.com

Prof Block looks back at some of the iconic images The Hubble Telescope has produced as part of the 'Hubble at 25' anniversary special. cliffcentral.com

The Sun is the star at the center of our Solar System and is by far the most important source of energy for life on Earth. Prof. Block and his guest, Karabo talk about the Sun and all its properties. cliffcentral.com

Prof. Block interviews 19-year-old SA inspiration Jess Myhill with regards to creativity in light and film, as well as her attending the New York Film Academy. cliffcentral.com

Prof. Block and his guest, Dr Michael Mitchley, look at Human Intelligence VS Robot Intelligence, could robots ever be smarter than humans? cliffcentral.com

As the world prepares to celebrate 25 years since the launch of The Hubble Telescope, Prof Block looks back at some of the iconic images it has produced. cliffcentral.com

Prof. Block discusses everything from earthquakes to photography, focusing specifically on Adrian Steirn's photography. cliffcentral.com

On this edition of Looking Up we focus on the mindset of Dickson Watts, who said: “If a speculation keeps you awake at night, sell down to the sleeping point.” cliffcentral.com

Prof. Block is joined by special guest Adv. George Bizos and they delve into the issue of #RhodesMustFall, a movement by UCT students for the removal of Cecil John Rhodes' statue. They also speak on Adv. Bizos' campaign against apartheid in South Africa, most notably during the Rivonia Trial. cliffcentral.com

The vastness of our universe is difficult to comprehend with the human mind. Prof. Block helps us to understand the inner and outer workings of astronomy, making complex explanations simple. cliffcentral.com

Ellis Potter joins the Professor all the way from Switzerland, among other things he is the pastor of the Basel International English speaking church of Lausanne, together with Thorsten Marbach, they delve into the topic of Epistemology, which refers to the theory of knowledge. We discover how we know things, using reason, intuition, experience and revelation. cliffcentral.com

"If you are not passionate about what you do then that's not your purpose." Professor Block delves into the issue of why we were born? He answers thought provoking questions and gives us lessons on how to find our life purpose. cliffcentral.com

Professor Block gives us a lesson on the awesome astronomical phenomenon which is "Four Blood Moons" and debunks the hoaxes and falsities that surround this topic. cliffcentral.com

Is there life after matric? Three top matric achievers divulge how school leavers really feel. What keeps students motivated? Is it ever too late to start working hard? All these questions and more are answered by the Professor and his guests; Suleiman Momoniat, Lealon Daniel Forbay and Waseema Lombard. cliffcentral.com

Prof. David Block explores the growing local music industry with guest Simon Hodgson, founder of Love SA Music. cliffcentral.com

Prof. Block is back, bringing us all latest news and developments on the human understanding of the universe in which we live. He delves on the topic of time. Does time exist, can we travel to the past or future, Prof. Block gives us the answers. cliffcentral.com

"Are you hungry?" Prof Block and guest Kenan Groess discuss matters of attainment and personal fulfillment. cliffcentral.com

"Father absence has detrimental consequences for families, and society as a whole." Prof. David Block is joined by Kevin Rutter founder of Fathers in Africa and they discuss fatherhood and masculinity and the role they play in society as a whole. cliffcentral.com