"Understanding the Science for Tomorrow: Myth and Reality" Prof. Jeffrey C. Grossman (DVD) (24 Lectures / 30 Minutes Per Lecture /  4x DVD - The Great Courses)
The boundary between speculative science fiction and imminent technological reality takes center stage in this high-impact series. This exploration provides a clear-eyed assessment of the revolutionary technologies poised to reshape the future, from nanotechnology and quantum computing to fusion energy and beyond. By stripping away the hype and focusing on fundamental physical laws, the course analyzes which "miracles" are scientifically plausible and which remain firmly in the realm of myth.
 
An authoritative technical lens replaces futuristic speculation to investigate the materials and energy systems that will define the coming century. Drawing on expertise from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, these lectures explore the practical challenges and breakthroughs required to solve pressing global issues, including sustainable power and personalized medicine. This isn't just a survey of what might be; it is an invitation to master the scientific principles that allow for a clear distinction between genuine innovation and impossible fantasy in an ever-accelerating world.