# Scientific Presidential Stunts ‘MythBusters' and President Obama Join Forces By Brian G Randles | Published 2010-10-18 | Social Good Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mythbusters-and-president-obama References: [sfappeal](http://sfappeal.com/news/2010/10/barack-obama-us-president-and-mythbusters-guest-in-sf-this-week.php) & [press.discovery](http://press.discovery.com/us/dsc/press-releases/2010/president-obama-announces-walk-role-discovery--940/) The [Discovery Channel's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stem-innovations) ‘MythBusters’ and President Obama are teaming up on the December 8th, 2010 episode which will explore the work of Archimedes. The scrutineers will test to see if the ancient intellectual really was really able to set fire to an invading Roman fleet using just mirrors and the reflected rays of the sun. Although Mr. Obama was a little upset that he wouldn't be able to blow anything up, he was happy to do his part to [promote math and science](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-evolution-of-stem) to American youth. The White House hopes that together the [White House Science Fair](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beef-biltongs) and the ‘MythBusters’ and President Obama collaboration will help boost a younger generation’s interest in these areas. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 20% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Social Good](https://www.trendhunter.com/socialgood) > [Education](https://www.trendhunter.com/education) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Promoting Science and Math:** The collaboration between Mythbusters and President Obama emphasizes the importance of science and math education for youth. - **STEM Education Initiatives:** The White House Science Fair and Mythbusters collaboration inspires the development of STEM education initiatives. - **Science Outreach Programs:** Science outreach programs, such as Mythbusters partnering with the President, can increase public engagement with scientific research. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Education:** The collaboration between Mythbusters and President Obama highlights opportunities for innovation in STEM education. - **Entertainment:** TV shows like Mythbusters can promote interest in STEM fields through entertaining and engaging content. - **Government:** The White House Science Fair and Mythbusters collaboration presents opportunities for the government to invest in science education and outreach programs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Canadian Creator-Approved Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-hacksmith.md) - [Science-Backed High-Energy Toy Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mark-rober.md) - [Virtual STEM Fieldtrips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stem-innovations.md) - [Hybrid STEM Activity Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/science-activity-kits.md) - [STEM-Focused Writing Contests](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/power-to-explore.md) - [Unique Investigative Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unsolved-science.md) - [Young Scientist Challenges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/young-scientist-challenge.md) - [Light-Powered Racing Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightn-race.md) - [Immersive Space Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beyond-the-light.md)