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Brain fun for curious people.
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A Cheer For The Physics Of Baseball
When you watch a baseball game, you’re also enjoying a spectacular display of science—from physics to biomechanics.
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Carbon Cost Of Urban Gardens And Commercial Farms | Why There's No Superbloom This Year
Some food has a larger carbon footprint when grown in urban settings than on commercial farms, while for other foods the reverse is true. Also, what’s the difference between wildflowers blooming in the desert each spring, and the rare phenomenon of a “superbloom”?
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Inside The Race To Save Honeybees From Parasitic Mites
Varroa destructor mites are killing honeybees and their babies at alarming rates.
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The Brain’s Glial Cells Might Be As Important As Neurons
These lesser-known nervous system cells were long thought to be the “glue” holding neurons together. They’re much more.
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Limits On ‘Forever Chemicals’ In Drinking Water | An Important Winter Home For Bugs | Eclipse Drumroll
A long-awaited rule from the EPA limits the amounts of six PFAS chemicals allowed in public drinking water supplies. Also, some spiders, beetles, and centipedes spend winter under snow in a layer called the subnivium. Plus, a drumroll for the total solar eclipse.
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Investigating Animal Deaths At The National Zoo
When an animal dies at Washington, D.C.’s National Zoo, a pathologist gathers clues about its health and death from a necropsy.
Customer Reviews
Good show
I really like Science a Friday, and it is great for keeping updated on science news and discoveries.
However, sometimes it gets on my nerves how Ira always cuts off whoever is talking to announce, “I’m Ira, this is Science Friday.” We get it’s Science Friday, we wouldn’t be listening if we didn’t know that. And if you have to do that, at least wait until the guest(s) is/are done talking.
But otherwise, it’s a solid show.
Maniacal Laughter
Whenever Sophia Bushwick is on the show I have to delete that episode due to her maniacal laughter. She’s so loud and over the top.
Really enjoyable
Found this pod a couple of weeks ago. Been busy but finally I had time today. So worth the wait. Not only do I have new books to read inc The Cat’s Meow (Audible) but when Ira was asked about physics books for a 10 year old I instantly thought of George Gamow - as Ira was suggesting Mr Tompkins! So thanks from a new fan.