Assignment #2 Popular Science

Popular science is everywhere these days. And it has replaced the true meaning of science and it's importance to understanding the world and how it functions around us.  New York Times writer Edward Rothstein explores this development, and I agree with him that the "science" in museums are constructed to attract the masses.  The so-called experiments in these museums that allow the visitor to partake in, are insignificant and aimed to bring the consumer back for more.  Popular science is also in the movies,t.v. shows, magazines, and books.  One popular television show related to this is "MythBusters" on the Discovery Channel. I admit it is entertaining to watch, however I'm sure it isn't a true learning experience when it comes to real science.  They conduct many different experiments to reveal the truth behind many urban legends and myths.  It's difficult to believe the outcomes of their experiments when they aren't repeating as often a science experiment should.  The science of "MythBusters" is absolutely "dumbed down" to appeal to pop culture and increase television ratings.  The show may be giving me some sense of "awe", but then again I could just be confusing "awe" with amusement.  By giving in to all these popular science systems and not really understanding real science, I'm only poisoning my intelligence.