Each week we set out to solve one of the world's weirdest, wackiest, funniest and funkiest scientific puzzles. And along with the answer there's a brand new question to think about for next time...
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It has been called a 'Big Bang Machine', but what is the Large Hadron Collider and what do scientists hope it will discover? Presented by Robert Llewellyn, the three video tracks in this album address the science of collisions, the purpose of particle acceleration and the construction of the LHC at CERN, the European Organisation for Nuclear Research, in Geneva. This cutting edge machine may detect the elusive Higgs boson, and with it reveal the origin of mass, the missing piece in our under ...
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Engaging discourses on spirituality, science, art, environment, social issues and the nature of perception and what we call reality.
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Purposeful Lab is a Magis Center podcast exploring purpose in the universe and purpose in your life. Biologist Dr. Dan Kuebler and journalist Catherine Hadro team up to delve into the issues that impact our understanding of God, the cosmos, and ourselves. Guests include leading scientists, philosophers, and theologians.
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Weekend Environments - A Sanctuary of Sound is a podcast by Mino Christante discussing topics in the world of audiophile, speakers, music and specifically Aluminous Audio, creator of the Gravitas Speaker System.
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In this week's Question of the Week, listener James writes in to ask, is it just him, or does spider silk feel really strange? James Tytko took on the question with Professor of Evolutionary Biology and Genetics at the University of Nottingham, Sara Goodacre, and entomologist at Western Sydney University, Eleanor Drinkwater... Like this podcast? Pl…
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What are the carbon emissions of wildfires?
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This week, Jon wants to know, in the wake of wildfires across the world in recent years, should we be concerned about their carbon footprint? James Tytko asked Jim Dale from British Weather Services for the answer... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked ScientistsAf Dr Chris Smith
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Do I need to keep taking probiotics continuously?
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Christine emails in with this message: 'Does bacteria contained in probiotics become part of the microbiome; in other words can one stop taking probiotics after 30 days of taking probiotic-containing capsules?'James Tytko sought to find the answer with the help of Alex Almeida, microbiologist at the University of Cambridge. Like this podcast? Pleas…
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If the Universe is expanding, what is it expanding into?
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Anne writes in with this question, which James Tytko took on with the help of the University of Cambridge's Public Astronomer, Matt Bothwell... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked ScientistsAf Dr Chris Smith
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Elizabeth with a transatlantic teaser for this question of the week: "I heard that people in the UK can't smell when it rains, but us Americans can. If I went to the United Kingdom, would I be able to smell the rain there? Would someone from the UK be able to smell rain here? What is going on?" James Tytko sought the answer with the help of Anne Ju…
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Join James Tytko in the hunt for ancient DNA thanks to this question from listener Phil. Jack Lovegrove from the Natural History Museum was on hand to help with the answer... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked ScientistsAf Dr Chris Smith
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What makes up the space when subatomic particles move?
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Phil sent in this quantum conundrum which Will Tingle took on with the help of Ben Allanach, Professor of Theoretical Physics at the University of Cambridge... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked ScientistsAf Dr Chris Smith
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Totally High Holy Rainbow-Coloured Spirit Hawk of Awakened Manifestation Part XI
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Episode #14: Welcome to Totally High Holy Rainbow-Coloured Spirithawk of Awakened Manifestation (Part XI). In this multi-part series, we explore audio field recordings made at Rainbow Gatherings around the world. In this episode, we’ll feature recordings made at the 2024 California Annual Rainbow Gathering, located in the Plumas National Forest. Pr…
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Thanks to Garth Jenkins from the University of Glasgow for the answer! Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked ScientistsAf Dr Chris Smith
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Brian has been in touch to ask whether stars can be independent of galaxies. James Tytko asked the University of Cambridge's public astronomer Matt Bothwell to help find the answer... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked ScientistsAf Dr Chris Smith
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Why are wind turbine blades shaped the way they are?
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For today's question, James Tytko takes on Janey's query on the shape of modern wind turbine blades and draws a comparison with old fashioned windmills: why such different designs? Professor of Renewable Energy Simon Hogg from Durham University provides the answer... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists…
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Is maths the easiest school subject to remember?
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While helping his son with his maths revision, Andrew was struck by the ease with which he slipped back into the groove of the subject. He wants to know why that might be. James Tytko sought to find out with help from Catherine Loveday, neuropsychologist at the University of Westminster... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked S…
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Why do we need to keep replacing our cells?
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James Tytko answers listener John's question with the help of Professor of Cardiovascular Health, Nadia Rosenthal... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked ScientistsAf Dr Chris Smith
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Thanks to Rhod Jervis for the answer! Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked ScientistsAf Dr Chris Smith
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Episode #13: Lend your support to the sojourners of Tiny Camp, who find themselves in exigent circumstances impeding their journey homeward and require your benevolent aid. Tune in to learn how you can help. Produced by Wee Drobny | Sound Design Lil' BittyAf Wee Drobny
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What is responsible for a coffee's foam?
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Thanks to Steven Abbott for the answer! Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked ScientistsAf Dr Chris Smith
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Are the laws of physics consistent around the universe?
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James Tytko asked Toby Wiseman, professor of theoretical physics at Imperial College London, to answer this question from listener Daniel... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked ScientistsAf Dr Chris Smith
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Why does some plastic lose its flexibility over time?
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Jimmie sends in this week's question, seeking an answer as to why plastic loses its flexibility. James Tytko took on the question with the help of Chemistry World's Phillip Broadwith... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked ScientistsAf Dr Chris Smith
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Could we make ourselves disgusting to mosquitoes?
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Thanks to Professor Heather Graham for the answer!This episode of Question of the Week, listener Donald asks:"Assuming mosquitoes have taste buds, then they should have adverse tastes. Have molecular scientists explored how to make or find chemicals that make mosquitoes disgusted?"Will - As someone who's about to head off to a particularly mosquito…
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In the final episode of Purposeful Lab, Catherine and Dan look back on some of the most memorable moments from the past five seasons. They discuss everything from biology and astrochemistry to neuroscience, consciousness, and philosophy, reviewing some of the fascinating topics they've explored together with their guests. Have your call in question…
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Can a "random" action ever be exactly replicated?
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This week's Question of the Week comes in from listener David, who asks:'On the show 'Tipping Point', Often at the end they play out the final three counters as 'What would have happened.' Would the result actually be what would have happened?Thanks to Tony Padilla for the answer! Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists…
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Psychological Insights for Healing and Growth - with Dr. Matthew Breuninger
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Catherine and Dan delve into a discussion with Dr. Matthew Breuninger, a licensed clinical psychologist and associate professor at Franciscan University of Steubenville. They explore how psychology intersects with faith to foster human flourishing, focusing on topics such as trauma, healing, and virtue formation. Dr. Breuninger shares insights from…
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What language do the profoundly deaf think in?
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Thanks to Bencie Woll and Victoria Mousley for the answer! Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked ScientistsAf Dr Chris Smith
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Edith Stein on Art, Philosophy, and Sainthood - Genevieve Buono
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Genevieve Buono, currently writing her dissertation on Edith Stein's aesthetics, joins Dan and Catherine this week to discuss Stein's views on art, philosophy and her path to sainthood. Stein, a pioneering female philosopher, tragically perished in Auschwitz alongside her Jewish loved ones. Listen to this week's episode to discover the relevance of…
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How far can electrons get away from their atom?
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Psychonaught Transverses The First Gauntlet
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Episode #12: In this audacious episode, "Psychonaut Transverses The First Gauntlet," join Alistair as they recount their treacherous journey navigating a profound psychedelic experience, only to confront a perilous gauntlet of law enforcement officers who threaten to derail their mind-expanding quest. Alistair's raw and unflinching account offers a…
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Can Art Help Us Answer Life's Big Questions? -with Dr. Daniel McInerny
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Renowned author and philosophy professor, Dr. Daniel McInerny, joins hosts Dan and Catherine to delve into the profound question: Can art help us find meaning in life? Together, they explore the philosophy of art, delving into the unique ways in which art illuminates the human experience. Drawing from his acclaimed book 'The Good Death of Kate Mont…
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Will eating sugary foods last avert glucose spikes?
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Steve has written in to us to ask whether the order in which one eats their food makes a difference to whether or not they experience glucose spikes. We thought this was an interesting question for Cambridge Professor Giles Yeo to sink his teeth into... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists…
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Why Do We Need Art? - with Dr. Katie Kresser
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Dr. Katie Kresser, a Professor of Art History at Seattle Pacific University joins Dan and Catherine to discuss the fundamental questions: why do humans create art, and what does that reveal about our unique nature? Is art essential to human flourishing? This episode is for both seasoned art enthusiasts and those seeking practical means to incorpora…
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