The Mysteries of the Octopus, with Prof David Scheel
Octopuses are surely one of the most unusual animals on Earth. They have eight limbs, three hearts, a doughnut-shaped brain and bleed blue blood. It’s little wonder, then, that they have inspired awe ...
13 Juli 202340min
Why touch is our most misunderstood sense, with Prof Michael Banissy
Would you call yourself a bit of a hugger? Or does the mere thought of a stranger brushing past you in a cafe make your skin crawl? When it comes to being touched, we all have our own attitudes and op...
9 Juli 202337min
Allergies, with Theresa MacPhail
This week, we’re talking about allergies. Everything from hay-fever to serious nut allergies plague our daily life, but why do we get them? I’m joined by Theresa Macphail, to discuss this topic. She’s...
6 Juli 202328min
The argument for a four-day workweek, with Alex Pang
For many, working only four days a week – and enjoying a longer weekend – might sound like a pipe dream: However, some workplaces are now experimenting with just that. 61 UK companies recently piloted...
2 Juli 202337min
The intriguing science of phages, with Tom Ireland
Even before the global COVID pandemic, simple mention of the word ‘virus’ was likely to send shivers down most of our spines. But it turns out not all viruses are nasties. Ever heard of a phage? They ...
29 Juni 202336min
The race to bury nuclear waste in hidden bunkers, with Lewis Blackburn
As the UK builds more nuclear reactors, there is an increasing pressure to find somewhere to put the waste. But what actually is nuclear waste? Does it actually look like a bright green sludge? Where ...
25 Juni 202336min
How mental imagery training could boost your motivation, with Dr Jon Rhodes
Whether your goal is mastering a new skill or losing weight, you’ll know the importance of motivation and effective planning. And one intriguing new field of psychology called Functional imagery train...
22 Juni 202335min
The fascinating chemistry of fermentation, with Andrea Sella
From kimchi to kombucha to kefir, you’ve probably noticed that fermented foods are trendy right now. They appeal to the daring, but also to people who may not even know they are eating fermented foods...
18 Juni 202338min
