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Dr Karl Podcast

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Dr Karl Podcast

triplej
Boring History for Sleep

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Boring History for Sleep

Velvet
The Infinite Monkey Cage

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The Infinite Monkey Cage

BBC Radio 4
The Rest Is Science

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The Rest Is Science

Goalhanger
Science Vs

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Science Vs

Spotify Studios
Science Friction

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Science Friction

ABC Australia
StarTalk with Neil deGrasse Tyson

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StarTalk with Neil deGrasse Tyson

Neil deGrasse Tyson

2 days ago

Black holes, Christmas beetles and time travel

What's the science behind falling in love? How does a clear light bulb go cloudy? And how do planes not fall out of the sky? Dr Karl answers these questions and more on triple j Mornings with Lucy Smith. Got a question for Dr Karl - submit it here https://ab.co/askKarl
1 day ago

How Did Rome Begin? 🐺🏛️ | Romulus, Remus, and the Birth of an Empire | Boring History for Sleep

Before Rome ruled a vast empire, it was a small settlement on the banks of the Tiber. But how did this humble beginning become one of the most powerful civilizations in history? Discover the legendary story of Romulus and Remus, the archaeological clues behind Rome's earliest days, and the lives of the farmers, shepherds, and warriors who shaped the young city. Explore its ancient traditions, fierce rivalries, and ambitious kings as myth and history intertwine in the story of Rome's rise. Settle in for a peaceful journey to the beginnings of a civilization that would change the world. Boring History for Sleep — Soft stories about forgotten lives and the events that shaped history.
18 hrs ago

Rocket Science

Fireworks have been lighting up our autumn skies for centuries - but what’s actually going on inside those dazzling bursts of colour, sound and stars? Hannah and Dara set out to discover the science behind the sparkle. From the chemistry that creates vivid reds, greens and blues, to the physics that launches shells high above our heads before exploding into perfectly planned patterns, they learn that every firework is a carefully choreographed feat of engineering. Along the way, they explore why some fireworks whistle while others crackle, trace the remarkable history of fireworks from ancient China to modern-day spectacles, and ponder whether drones and laser shows could one day replace the traditional fiery festivities. If you have a curious question for our team, get in touch via curiouscases@bbc.co.uk. Contributors: Jackie Akhavan - Professor of Explosive Chemistry at Cranfield University John Withington - histroian broadcaster and author of ‘A History of Fireworks from Their Origins to the Present Day’ Darryl Fleming - Director of Titanium Fireworks Producer: Lucy Taylor Executive Producer: Sasha Feachem A BBC Studios Production
12 hrs ago

There and Back Again

Today we revisit an episode first aired in 2019. In it we ask a question: When an animal disappears in the winter, where does it go? Oddly enough, this question completely stumped European scientists for thousands of years. And even today, the more we learn about the comings and goings of the animals, the deeper the mystery seems to get. We visit a Bavarian farm with an 11 year old, follow warblers and wildebeests around the world, and get a totally new kind of view of the pulsing flow of animals across the globe. LATERAL CUTS:Have kids? Or, are you just one at heart? Do any of those kids want to know more about Monarchs? Check out a whole episode from our sister program, Terrestrials.The Hideout: A Monarch Butterfly Mystery (https://zpr.io/r6w6WwSZMun8) EPISODE CREDITS: Reported by - Robert Krulwich and Jackson RoachProduced by - Pat WaltersOriginal music and sound design contributed by - Jeremy Bloom Sign up for our newsletter!! It includes short essays, recommendations, and details about other ways to interact with the show. Signup (https://radiolab.org/newsletter)! Radiolab is supported by listeners like you. Support Radiolab by becoming a member of The Lab (https://members.radiolab.org/) today. Follow our show on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook @radiolab, and share your thoughts with us by emailing radiolab@wnyc.org. Leadership support for Radiolab’s science programming is provided by the Simons Foundation and the John Templeton Foundation. Foundational support for Radiolab was provided by the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
1 day ago

Nature’s best vibrators

We have been listening to insects vibrating (or rubbing themselves) our whole lives. But what do WE sound like to them? How does our noise pollution impact nature's vibrators? Featuring: Dr. Perry Beasley Hall, Adelaide University. Ernesto Caliari Pinheiro, Acoustic biologist, Brazil. Professor Mario Vallejo-Marin, University of Uppsala, Sweden. Lisa Schonberg, Ecological sound artist, New York. Professor Link Olson, University of Alaska Museum. Dr Andy Reid, University of Strathclyde, Scotland. Dr Ying Luo, Australian National Insect Collection. Featured sounds : Son of a Bee by Dusty Dubs, David Rentz and Vicki Powys. Production: Ann Jones, Presenter / Producer.Petria Ladgrove, Producer.Additional mastering: Hamish Camilleri.This episode of What the Duck?! was produced on the land of the Wadawarrung and Kaurna people. Find more episodes of the ABC podcast, What the Duck?! with the always curious Dr Ann Jones exploring the mysteries of nature on ABC Listen (Australia) or wherever you get your podcasts. You'll learn more about the weird and unusual aspects of our natural world in a quirky, fun way with easy to understand science.
1 day ago

Is the ‘War on Science’ Over?

A whole bunch of scientists and doctors won in the U.S. midterm elections, which has got some nerds really excited. They’re wondering: Could this turn things around for U.S. science, which has been hit by cuts and restrictions from the Trump administration?? We talk to journalist Max Kozlov from Nature to find out whether it’s time for a nerd party in the U.S.A. — or if it might be too soon to pop the champagne. Find our transcript here: https://tinyurl.com/ScienceVsWarOnScience In this episode, we cover: (00:00) A blue wave … and a nerd wave? (02:33) What’s happened with science under Trump (09:32) What science stuff did voters care about? (11:54) Abdul El-Sayed adapted some MAHA language (14:35) Data centers lost at the polls (20:19) Are scientists celebrating too soon? (28:17) Oddball questions with Max This episode was produced by Wendy Zukerman, with help from Michelle Dang, Ekedi Fausther-Keeys and Rose Rimler. We’re edited by Blythe Terrell. Wendy Zukerman is the executive producer. Video editing and sound by Bobby Lord. Music written by Bumi Hidaka, Peter Leonard, Emma Munger and Bobby Lord. Thanks to Humdinger Studios in Melbourne and Podville Media in Washington, DC. Science Vs is a Spotify Studios Original. Listen for free on Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. Follow us and tap the bell for episode notifications. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1 day ago

Guano: Liquid Gold - Zoe Lyons, Tim Birkhead and Kate Jones

Bird and bat droppings might not sound precious, but guano was once so prized it shaped agriculture, trade and even warfare. Professor Adam Rutherford and Jessica Fostekew explore the surprising story of this pongy but remarkable substance, joined by ecologist Kate Jones, ornithologist Tim Birkhead and comedian Zoe Lyons. From vast seabird colonies off the coast of Peru to bat-filled caves in the tropics, they discover how guano became one of humanity's most valuable natural resources, powering farming booms, helping to drive the production of gunpowder and sustaining entire ecosystems. Along the way they uncover why seagulls may be as dastardly as they seem with their targeted 'drops', what scientists can learn from ancient 'poo cores' and whether it's weird to have never spotted a bat. Most importantly, they discover why nature's least glamorous resource may be one of its most important. Producer: Mel Brown A BBC Studios Production
21 hrs ago

The Longevity Playbook with Rhonda Patrick

How do you live longer and better? Neil deGrasse Tyson and co-hosts Chuck Nice and Gary O’Reilly sit down with biomedical scientist Rhonda Patrick to explore healthspan, fad diets, and how to exercise for longevity. NOTE: StarTalk+ Patrons can listen to this entire episode commercial-free here: https://startalkmedia.com/show/the-longevity-playbook-with-rhonda-patrick/ Thanks to our Patrons Max Mandelbaum, Kevin Bridgewater, Curtis Preminger, Summer Nelson, Jan Kos, James Harrison, Sootgecko, GLEN PHELPS, Dachi., Charlie Pence, Xavier Nelson, Stacey Paré, Debra Davati, Tom Determan, Casey Saunders, bethie, marcus mitchell, Carl Perkins, AM23, OldGuy, Oona, and Mariana Vidal for supporting us this week. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of StarTalk Radio ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
1 day ago

Milky Way’s Hidden Neighbours Come Into View with Rubin Observatory

Friday SpaceTime 20261113 Series 29 Episode 136 The Milky Way galaxy’s new neighbours Astronomers have discovered two previously hidden companions of our Milky Way galaxy. Moving a step closer to the Zeptoverse After a search lasting some 42 years physicists have found evidence of a particle decay so rare that it is expected to only occur around once in every 10 billion bottom or beauty quark particles. Tasmania’s eye in the sky Sitting on a peak about 70 kilometres north of Hobart, is Tasmania’s most advanced link to the cosmos -- the Greenhill Observatory. The Science Report Claims being born preterm or at a low birthweight linked with poorer cognitive performance. Study shows weight loss rather than a Mediterranean diet the best way to fight inflammation. Urgent action needed to protect Australia’s native bees from global pollinator decline. Using liquid metals, powered by sunlight, to produce clean hydrogen from water. Skeptics guide to multiple Bigfoot spotted in Canada. Our Guests This Week Swift Program Scientist Ilana Harrus from NASA Greenhill Observatory Director Professor Andrew Cole from the University of Tasmania Our regular guests: Alex Zaharov-Reutt from techadvice.life Tim Mendham from Australian Skeptics 🌏 Get Our Exclusive NordVPN deal here ➼ www.bitesz.com/nordvpn . The discounts and bonuses are incredible! And it’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! ✌ If you’d like to support the podcast and gain access to bonus content by becoming a SpaceTime crew member, you can do just that through The Big Bang editions on Patreon, Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Details on the Support page on our website https://www.bitesz.com/show/spacetime/support/ For more SpaceTime and show links: https://linktr.ee/biteszHQ If you love this podcast, please get someone else to listen too. Thank you…
2 days ago

The Secrets Michael Keeps From Himself

Is it better to own something amazing, or to actually experience it? Michael has built a collected a whole shelf of things he refuses to look at, smell or open, and he's about to defend every one of them. Professor Hannah Fry and Michael Stevens (Vsauce) are back with Field Notes, a show-and-tell where the star attractions stay firmly sealed. Is a puzzle still a puzzle if the answer is staring you in the face? What does the tail of a comet smell like, and why will Michael never find out? And what is hiding inside a mystery can that's been sitting on his shelf for years? Then it's over to your questions. Can you wake up from surgery knowing something you never learned? What is the oldest everyday object we still use, and where does Lizzo come into it? ------------------ For more information about Cancer Research UK, their research, breakthroughs and how you can support them, visit https://cancerresearchuk.org/restisscience Cancer Research UK is a registered charity in England and Wales (1089464), Scotland (SC041666), the Isle of Man (1103) and Jersey (247). A company limited by guarantee. Registered company in England and Wales (4325234) and the Isle of Man (5713F). Registered address: 2 Redman Place, London, E20 1JQ. ------------------- Find The Rest Is Science all over the internet by ⁠⁠clicking here.⁠⁠ ------------------- Video Producer: Adam Thornton + Oli Oakley + Jack Meek Animator: Sam Benson Video & Social: Bex Tyrrell Producer: Simona Rata + Lucy Lipscombe Senior Producer: Lauren Armstrong-Carter Chief Digital Officer: Samuel Oakley Exec Producer: Neil Fearn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices