Madeleine Finlay talks to science editor and podcast co-host Ian Sample about how Donald Trump approached science when in office last time, and what his second term is likely to mean for the environment, health and scientific research. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/sciencepod">theguardian.com/ ... Show More
May 7
100 years on Earth: celebrating David Attenborough’s birthday
To celebrate Sir David Attenborough’s centenary, Madeleine Finlay catches up with natural history writer Patrick Barkham, who has met the celebrated presenter. They explore how the natural world has changed in the century that Attenborough has been on Earth, and how his programmi ... Show More
20m 51s
Jun 2025
Breaking Down the Massive Cuts to Science Funding
<p>In the months since taking office, President Trump has made billions of dollars in cuts to scientific research, essentially saying science has become too woke.</p><p>Emily Anthes, a science reporter at The New York Times, explains what is being cut and how much the world of sc ... Show More
33m 25s
Feb 2022
Science Advisor Resigns, COVID Drug Treatments, Science Drag Artists. Feb 11, 2022, Part 1
<p>An Abrupt Departure For Biden’s Science Adviser</p>
<p>This week, Eric Lander, the Presidential science advisor and head of the Office of Science and Technology Policy, <a href="https://www.sciencefriday.com/segments/eric-lander-resignation/?utm_source=wnyc&utm_medium=podcast& ... Show More
53m 30s
Jun 2024
A Week Of Milestones For Spaceflight | Mexico Has Elected A Scientist President
<h2>A Week Of Milestones For Spaceflight</h2><p>This has been a week of milestones for human spaceflight. After years of delays, Boeing’s Starliner capsule, carrying astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, <a href="https://www.sciencefriday.com/segments/milestones-in-spacefli ... Show More
21m 31s
Jan 2025
Titans of Science: David Baker
Dr Chris Smith and the Naked Scientists look at the year ahead, and asking leading experts from the world of science what we can expect to hear about in 2025.Plus, a conversation with the 2024 chemistry Nobel laureate David Baker, about his pioneering working on proteins.
51m 17s