Jul 4

The "Nanny Plate" debate, and the Neanderthal fat factory

In the news, counting the calories: The UK government want shops to help us put 100 fewer calories in our baskets to beat obesity. So will it work? Also, archaeologists uncover the world's oldest fat factory - it turns out that Neanderthals were processing bones for their grease ... Show More

33m 32s

Jul 1

Why proteins matter

This episode was produced and presented by Dr Marushka Soobben, a scientist from South Africa who's been taking part in an internship here at the Naked Scientists. And this week, a journey into the world of proteins. What are they? why do they matter? And why did predicting their ... Show More

29m 30s

Jun 27

Weight loss jab concerns, and crafty bribing caterpillars

In this edition of The Naked Scientists, weight loss jabs being prescribed by GPs in England, but do we know enough about the side effects? Also, a new simple test to replace endoscopies for patients with Barrett's oesophagus. And we hear from one of the engineers at the Vera Rub ... Show More

35m 31s

May 2024

5 Live Science Podcast 26th May

Dr Chris Smith and the Naked Scientists with science news, stories & analysis.

51m 44s

Feb 2020

Jon Grayson and Bob Cianfrone - A fear of going crazy (#211)

In episode 211 of The OCD Stories podcast I interviewed Dr Jonathan Grayson and Bob Cianfrone. Jon has been specializing in the treatment of obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) for more than 40 years and is the author of Freedom from Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. He is on the po ... Show More

45m 19s

Jun 2012

Science Mavericks

Brian Cox and Robin Ince take to the stage at this year's Cheltenham Science Festival to discuss science mavericks. They are joined by comedian Marcus Brigstocke, medic and broadcaster Dr Kevin Fong, evolutionary biologist Aoife McLysaght and Nobel Laureate Professor Barry Marsha ... Show More

28m 11s

Dec 2024

Health, Astronomy, And Climate Experts On 2024’s Coolest Science

It’s been an exciting and hectic year in science discovery and innovation. We’ve reported on stories from across many fields of science—from city climate plans and panda conservation to AI energy consumption and the spread of bird flu.Earlier this month, Ira sat down in front of ... Show More

48m 47s

Jan 2025

Titans of Science: Marc Abrahams

Dr Chris Smith and the Naked Scientist team present the latest science news, analysis and breakthroughs.Including the news that the US has recorded their first human death from bird flu, and should we be concerned? Plus a new drug to treat drug resistant prostate cancer, and new ... Show More

51m 30s

Oct 2024

Ep. 151 - Sports Science Unleashed: Maximizing Athletic Performance with Biomechanics

Dr. Dean Mitchell sits down with Dr. John DeWitt, one of the leading minds in sports science and biomechanics, for an in-depth look at how cutting-edge technology is changing the game for professional athletes. As the Director of Applied Sports Science at Rice Athletics and a for ... Show More

53m 31s

Jul 2024

The Science of Strength and Conditioning | Dr. Pat Davidson

How to Maximize Muscle GrowthIn this episode we welcome back Dr. Pat Davidson, a PhD in exercise physiology and former professor. Dr. Davidson, known for his impressive physique and deep knowledge, sheds light on the confusion surrounding effective training methods. Whether you'r ... Show More

1h 50m

Feb 2025

The War on Science

U.S. science is in turmoil. Amid agency firings and confusion over federal funding, researchers are freaking out. Many can’t do their work, and they have no idea what the future holds. Plus, we’re hearing that all of this could jeopardize medical treatments for people in the U.S. ... Show More

37m 43s

Nov 2012

Improbable Science

Brian Cox and Robin Ince discuss some of the more unlikely and odd avenues of research travelled down in the name of science. For example, the British physicist who calculated the optimal way to dunk a biscuit into a cup of tea without it disintegrating too quickly. Or the brain ... Show More

28m 2s

Jan 2024

Why Locusts Swarm, Humans Do Good and Time Marches On

“The Joy of Why” is a Quanta Magazine podcast about curiosity and the pursuit of knowledge. The mathematician and author Steven Strogatz and the astrophysicist and author Janna Levin take turns interviewing leading researchers about the great scientific and mathematical questions ... Show More

2m 10s

Titans of Science: Trevor Robbins