Sci Pop Talk!: Fire and explosions in Hollywood films: What you need to know to survive

Brad D. Elder PhD, Associate Professor and Chair of Biology, Doane College

Hollywood sensationalizes action movies with big explosions and lots of fire.  Running through a burning building with a victim over the shoulder is a great way for heroes to protect their shoulder from burns.  It’s also a great way to bake their victim faster than a microwave.  We will take a walk through fire both real and Hollywood.