Stephen Hawking’s 10 Best Science Jokes

Stephen Hawking shares 10 of his best science jokes in this video series from the Science Channel. Charismatic and controversial, Hawking has no shortage of fans.Image credit: elhombredenegro/Flickr

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February 20, 2014

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Stephen Hawking shares 10 of his best science jokes in this video series from the Science Channel. Charismatic and controversial, Hawking has no shortage of fans.

Image credit: elhombredenegro/Flickr

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