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The first stars in the Universe, with Dr Emma Chapman
9 mei 2022 · 26 min
Physicist Dr Emma Chapman tells us everything we know – and everything we don’t – about the first stars to exist after the Big Bang.
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Lichens, with Kerry Knudsen
2 mei 2022 · 25 min
Lichenologist Kerry Knudsen, from the Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, tells us all about the biology of lichens.
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The origins of religion, with Robin Dunbar
25 april 2022 · 38 min
Robin Dunbar, a professor of evolutionary psychology, explains why spirituality and religion took root in early humans.
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Sound in the animal kingdom, with David George Haskell
18 april 2022 · 32 min
Biologist David George Haskell, author of Sounds Wild and Broken, explains how and why the animal kingdom evolved to communicate by sound.
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Corals, with Dr Jamie Craggs
11 april 2022 · 22 min
Coral expert Dr Jamie Craggs tells us all about the biology of corals and reveals why they are so important for the planet.
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Oral Health, with Dr Kami Hoss
4 april 2022 · 38 min
Dentist Dr Kami Hoss explains how to take care of our teeth, debunking myths about plaque, cavities, fluoride and more.
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The animal kingdom’s mathematicians, with Brian Butterworth
28 maart 2022 · 24 min
Brian Butterworth, author of Can Fish Count, explains how animals approach counting and mathematics, and how they are more like humans than you might expect. Once you’ve mastered the basics with Instant Genius, dive deeper with Instant Genius Extra, where you’ll find longer, richer discussions about the most exciting ideas in the world of science and technology. Only available on Apple Podcasts. Produced by the team behind BBC Science Focus Magazine. Visit our website: sciencefocus.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Blood sugar and your health, with Jessie Inchauspé
21 maart 2022 · 23 min
Jessie Inchauspé, author of Glucose Revolution, explains how spikes in our blood sugar are affecting how well we function on a day-to-day basis, and even speeding up the ageing process. Once you’ve mastered the basics with Instant Genius, dive deeper with Instant Genius Extra, where you’ll find longer, richer discussions about the most exciting ideas in the world of science and technology. Only available on Apple Podcasts. Produced by the team behind BBC Science Focus Magazine. Visit our website: sciencefocus.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Neuroscience of Grief, with Mary-Frances O’Connor
14 maart 2022 · 29 min
Neuroscientist and psychologist Mary-Frances O’Connor explains the latest thinking on what happens to our brains when we experience grief and loss. Once you’ve mastered the basics with Instant Genius, dive deeper with Instant Genius Extra, where you’ll find longer, richer discussions about the most exciting ideas in the world of science and technology. Only available on Apple Podcasts. Produced by the team behind BBC Science Focus Magazine. Visit our website: sciencefocus.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Hyenas with Prof Adam Hart
7 maart 2022 · 28 min
Prof Adam Hart explains why zoologists find Hyenas so fascinating, why they're so unlike other mammals and how having a few hyenas around isn't such a bad thing. Once you’ve mastered the basics with Instant Genius, dive deeper with Instant Genius Extra, where you’ll find longer, richer discussions about the most exciting ideas in the world of science and technology. Only available on Apple Podcasts. Produced by the team behind BBC Science Focus Magazine. Visit our website: sciencefocus.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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How biology got females wrong, with Lucy Cooke
28 februari 2022 · 31 min
Zoologist Lucy Cooke explains how biologists often overlook the female animal when it comes understanding the sexes in the natural world. She dispels some of the most stubborn myths that surround the female of the species and reveals what happened when a robot grouse went looking for love. Once you’ve mastered the basics with Instant Genius, dive deeper with Instant Genius Extra, where you’ll find longer, richer discussions about the most exciting ideas in the world of science and technology. Only available on Apple Podcasts. Produced by the team behind BBC Science Focus Magazine. Visit our website: sciencefocus.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Preparing for disaster, with Michał Zalewski
21 februari 2022 · 23 min
Computer security expert Michał Zalewski explains what disasters we should be preparing for, and what simple, straight-forward things we can do to have the biggest impact. Once you’ve mastered the basics with Instant Genius, dive deeper with Instant Genius Extra, where you’ll find longer, richer discussions about the most exciting ideas in the world of science and technology. Only available on Apple Podcasts. Produced by the team behind BBC Science Focus Magazine. Visit our website: sciencefocus.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The metaverse, with Prof David Reid
14 februari 2022 · 21 min
Virtual reality expert Prof David Reid explains the metaverse – a new form of internet focused on interactivity that we could all be experiencing very soon. Once you’ve mastered the basics with Instant Genius, dive deeper with Instant Genius Extra, where you’ll find longer, richer discussions about the most exciting ideas in the world of science and technology. Only available on Apple Podcasts. Produced by the team behind BBC Science Focus Magazine. Visit our website: sciencefocus.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mindwandering, with Moshe Bar
7 februari 2022 · 40 min
Cognitive neuroscientist Moshe Bar explains what the brain does when it goes wandering and how you can use the act of mindwandering – or daydreaming as some might call it – to give your mood and creativity a boost. Once you’ve mastered the basics with Instant Genius, dive deeper with Instant Genius Extra, where you’ll find longer, richer discussions about the most exciting ideas in the world of science and technology. Only available on Apple Podcasts. Produced by the team behind BBC Science Focus Magazine. Visit our website: sciencefocus.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Crows, rooks and ravens, with Dr Kaeli Swift
31 januari 2022 · 28 min
Ornithologist Dr Kaeli Swift tells us all about corvids, from their lifestyle and intelligence to how you can befriend a crow. Once you’ve mastered the basics with Instant Genius, dive deeper with Instant Genius Extra, where you’ll find longer, richer discussions about the most exciting ideas in the world of science and technology. Only available on Apple Podcasts. Produced by the team behind BBC Science Focus Magazine. Visit our website: sciencefocus.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The science of Intimacy, with Dr Michelle Drouin
24 januari 2022 · 38 min
Psychologist Dr Michelle Drouin, author of Out of Touch: How to Survive an Intimacy Famine, explains why intimacy, both physical and emotional, is essential for our mental health. Once you’ve mastered the basics with Instant Genius, dive deeper with Instant Genius Extra, where you’ll find longer, richer discussions about the most exciting ideas in the world of science and technology. Only available on Apple Podcasts. Produced by the team behind BBC Science Focus Magazine. Visit our website: sciencefocus.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Breathing, your hidden superpower, with James Nestor
17 januari 2022 · 33 min
Science journalist James Nestor explains why so many of us are breathing wrong, and why it matters. Once you’ve mastered the basics with Instant Genius, dive deeper with Instant Genius Extra, where you’ll find longer, richer discussions about the most exciting ideas in the world of science and technology. Only available on Apple Podcasts. Produced by the team behind BBC Science Focus Magazine. Visit our website: sciencefocus.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The origin and evolution of mammals, with Dr Elsa Panciroli
10 januari 2022 · 31 min
Palaeontologist Dr Elsa Panciroli takes us 300 million years back in time to an age long before the rise of the dinosaurs to chart the evolution of some of our most ancient ancestors.Once you’ve mastered the basics with Instant Genius, dive deeper with Instant Genius Extra, where you’ll find longer, richer discussions about the most exciting ideas in the world of science and technology. Only available on Apple Podcasts.Produced by the team behind BBC Science Focus Magazine. Visit our website: sciencefocus.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Gut health, with Dr Megan Rossi
3 januari 2022 · 26 min
Dietician and nutritionist Dr Megan Rossi explains why your gut health is important, and how you can improve it without cutting out your favourite foods.Once you’ve mastered the basics with Instant Genius, dive deeper with Instant Genius Extra, where you’ll find longer, richer discussions about the most exciting ideas in the world of science and technology. Only available on Apple Podcasts.Produced by the team behind BBC Science Focus Magazine. Visit our website: sciencefocus.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The science of ageing, with Dr Andrew Steele
27 december 2021 · 27 min
Dr Andrew Steele, computational biologist and author of Ageless, explains what happens in our bodies as we get older, and why some species don’t seem to age at all.Once you’ve mastered the basics with Instant Genius, dive deeper with Instant Genius Extra, where you’ll find longer, richer discussions about the most exciting ideas in the world of science and technology. Only available on Apple Podcasts.Produced by the team behind BBC Science Focus Magazine. Visit our website: sciencefocus.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The James Webb Space Telescope, with Stuart Clark
20 december 2021 · 30 min
Astronomer and science journalist Stuart Clark tells us everything we need to know about the most important, high-risk space mission of the decade. Once you’ve mastered the basics with Instant Genius, dive deeper with Instant Genius Extra, where you’ll find longer, richer discussions about the most exciting ideas in the world of science and technology. Only available on Apple Podcasts. Produced by the team behind BBC Science Focus Magazine. Visit our website: sciencefocus.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Algae, with Ruth Kassinger
13 december 2021 · 28 min
Science writer Ruth Kassinger, author of Bloom: From Food to Fuel, The Epic Story of How Algae Can Save Our World, tells us everything we need to know about this bizarre organism, from the animal that grows algae in its fur to why we should be including it in our diet.
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Consciousness and comas, with Dr Adrian Owen
6 december 2021 · 34 min
Cognitive neuroscientist Dr Adrian Owen explains how he’s been able to communicate with patients in vegetative states and comas, and what consciousness is like for a patient in this condition.
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Eating for your brain, with Kimberley Wilson
29 november 2021 · 35 min
Kimberley Wilson, a psychologist, nutrition expert and Great British Bake Off finalist, explains what we should eat to keep our brains healthy.
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Gravity, with Marcus Chown
22 november 2021 · 31 min
Science writer Marcus Chown tells us everything we need to know about gravity, from Isaac Newton’s apple falling from a tree to Einstein’s general relativity.
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Brain myths with Dr Lisa Feldman-Barrett
15 november 2021 · 31 min
Lisa debunks some common misconceptions about the brain and explains how our grey matter really works.
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Dog behaviour, with Mat Ward
8 november 2021 · 35 min
Mat Ward, author of What Dogs Want, debunks the myths of dog behaviour, and explains how to get your pup ready for your return to the office.
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Health hacks, with Dr Michael Mosley
1 november 2021 · 33 min
Dr Michael Mosley, host of the podcast Just One Thing, explains the simple lifestyle changes we can all make to improve our health and wellbeing.
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UK wildlife, with Chris Packham and Megan McCubbin
25 oktober 2021 · 35 min
The presenters of Autumnwatch and Chris and Meg's Wild Summer tell us about all the different types of wildlife you can see right here in the UK.
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Psychology of evil, with Dr Julia Shaw
18 oktober 2021 · 37 min
Criminal psychologist Dr Julia Shaw tells us how false memories can sway a trial and whether evil truly exists.
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Mental Shortcuts, with Prof Marcus du Sautoy
11 oktober 2021 · 37 min
Professor of mathematics Marcus du Sautoy reveals how thinking like a mathematician can help you make better decisions in all aspects of life.
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Endangered foods, with Dan Saladino
4 oktober 2021 · 31 min
Food journalist Dan Saladino tells us all about endangered foods, and what we could stand to lose if these foods disappear.
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Poisons, with Dr Raychelle Burks
27 september 2021 · 33 min
Chemist Dr Raychelle Burks tells us all about poisons, from how to tell what substance was used, to whether there are any poisons that are undetectable.
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The nature of time, with Colin Stuart
20 september 2021 · 31 min
Astronomy author and speaker Colin Stuart explains why time has an arrow, its intimate relationship with space, and why it's impossible to go back in time and kill Hitler.
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CRISPR, with Prof Fyodor Urnov
13 september 2021 · 33 min
Prof Fyodor Urnov tells us how CRISPR is already changing the lives of people with genetic disorders, and why it’s essential that gene editing therapies are accessible to all.
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Science denial, with Lee McIntyre
6 september 2021 · 34 min
Lee tells us about why science denial is on the rise, from flat-Earthers to anti-vaxxers, and where conspiracy theories come from in the first place.
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The decline of the insects, with Prof Dave Goulson
30 augustus 2021 · 32 min
Entomologist Dave Goulson is the author of Silent Earth: Averting the Insect Apocalypse. He tells us how we can save the bugs and why they’re so important.
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Migraines, with Dr Katy Munro
23 augustus 2021 · 32 min
Headache specialist, author and podcast host Dr Katy Munro tells us what goes on in your body during a migraine.
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Procrastination, with Dr Fuschia Sirios
16 augustus 2021 · 27 min
Dr Fuschia Sirios, well-being researcher from The University of Sheffield, unpacks the psychology of procrastination – from why we do it, to how to stop.
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Childhood, with Dr Emma Byrne
9 augustus 2021 · 24 min
Dr Emma Byrne, author of How to Build a Human, tells us about the hidden science of childhood.
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Calories, with Dr Giles Yeo
2 augustus 2021 · 31 min
Trust Me, I’m a Doctor’s Giles Yeo tells us about the history of calorie counting and whether there’s such thing as ‘good’ and ‘bad’ calories.
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Sleep, with Dr Matthew Walker
26 juli 2021 · 31 min
Dr Matthew Walker, professor of neuroscience, tells us about how sleep evolved and what happens when we don’t get enough.
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The science of pain, with Dr Monty Lyman
19 juli 2021 · 33 min
Dr Monty Lyman, author of The Painful Truth, tells us what pain really is, how the placebo effect works, and why our emotions have a huge effect on the pain we feel.
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Forensic anthropology, with Prof Sue Black
12 juli 2021 · 35 min
Prof Sue Black explains the science behind identifying a body at a crime scene. Warning: This episode contains a frank and academic discussion about forensic investigation – how it works and what clues a dead body might leave behind – which some listeners may find uncomfortable.
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Personality change, with Dr Christian Jarrett
5 juli 2021 · 28 min
Cognitive neuroscientist Dr Christian Jarrett tells us all about what forms personality traits – and the simple ways to change yours.
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Hidden geometry, with Jordan Ellenberg
28 juni 2021 · 33 min
Mathematician Jordan Ellenberg tells us about his book, Shape, and why geometry is about so much more than triangles and circles.
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The Neanderthals, with Dr Rebecca Wragg Sykes
21 juni 2021 · 39 min
Dr Rebecca Wragg Sykes tells us all about Neanderthals, and reveals how they continue to shape our view about deep human history.
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The golden age of dinosaur discovery, with Prof Steve Brusatte
18 juni 2021 · 37 min
Prof Steve Brusatte tells us how the latest findings in palaeontology have turned our picture of dinosaurs on its head.
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The Big Bang, with Prof Jim Al-Khalili
17 juni 2021 · 19 min
Jim Al-Khalili, a theoretical physicist and Professor of Public Engagement in Science, tells us about the origins of the Universe.
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Your brain chemistry and you, with Ginny Smith
16 juni 2021 · 35 min
Science journalist and presenter Ginny Smith tells us about the chemicals that run your brain.
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