Geoff Brumfiel is an Editor/Correspondent at NPR. He focuses on a diverse range of topics including space travel, rocketeering, and advancements in artificial intelligence, with a keen interest in the intersections of technology and natural sciences. Geoff's work has been featured in numerous public media outlets, including NPR Illinois, WUNC, and WUWM, among many others.
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Geoff's coverage predominantly focuses on scientific themes, particularly space exploration and artificial intelligence (AI). He also delves into government announcements and breaking news. Given this, sources with expertise in these fields would likely capture his attention.
Considering Geoff's focus on evolving stories and breaking news within the scientific realm, experts who are readily available for timely commentary on recent developments in space exploration or AI advancements could be of interest to him.
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By: Willem Marx, Geoff Brumfiel, Chandelis Duster
Law enforcement secure the area as people evacuate because of incoming storms that will delay the program at a Salute to America Independence Day event honoring the nation's 250th anniversary, Saturday, July 4, 2026, on the National Mall in Washington.
By: Don Gonyea, Daniel Ofman, Geoff Brumfiel
After a day of extreme heat and canceled events, President Trump closes out America's 250th birthday with a long speech and a fireworks display.
By: Willem Marx, Geoff Brumfiel, Chandelis Duster
People begin to arrive after severe weather caused a delay in the Salute to America, an Independence Day event honoring the nation's 250th anniversary, Saturday, July 4, 2026, on the National Mall in Washington.
By: Willem Marx, Chandelis Duster, Geoff Brumfiel
WASHINGTON — President Trump lauded America's storied history on Saturday night in a speech marking the 250th anniversary of its independence, while also praising his war in Iran, railing against "communists," and vowing to restrict mail-in ballots.
A race started by President Trump is leading to the rapid construction of new, experimental nuclear reactors. If they work, they could power data centers for artificial intelligence. But critics worry that the breakneck pace is compromising safety and public trust. NPR correspondent Geoff Brumfiel talks about the potential risks and benefits, and whether this may lead to a new nuclear age.Read more of Geoff’s coverage of the U.S.’s new nuclear reactors here.If you like this episode, check out our episode about what happens inside a top-secret U.S. nuclear facility?Interested in more science and tech news? Email us your question at [email protected] public media with NPR+ and enjoy perks for over 25 podcasts like this one. It includes perks like bonus episodes, early access, archive access, curated playlists and sponsor-free listening. Learn more at plus.npr.org.
By: Geoff Brumfiel, Berly McCoy, Regina G. Barber, Rebecca Ramirez
Transcript ANNOUNCER: You're listening to Short Wave from NPR. REGINA BARBER: Hey, Short Wavers, Regina Barber here.
By: Geoff Brumfiel, Shannon Bond
The agreement gives American companies priority access to nuclear reactors and fuel to Saudi Arabia. It's expected to last decades and be worth billions of dollars.
By: Geoff Brumfiel
Google has unveiled a new feature that allows users to create AI-generated satellite images with the click of a button on its Google Earth platform.
By: Geoff Brumfiel
Updated July 31, 2026 at 2:11 PM EDT Less than a day after Google unveiled a new feature that allowed users to create AI-generated satellite
By: Geoff Brumfiel, Marc Rivers, Rob Schmitz, Mallory Yu
Transcript ROB SCHMITZ, HOST: The biggest movie of the summer is undoubtedly Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey."
