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5 Live Science Podcast BBC Radio 5 Live
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4.6 • 358 Ratings
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5 Live's science podcast, featuring Dr Chris and Naked Scientists with the hottest science news stories and analysis.
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5 Live Science Podcast 26th May
Dr Chris Smith and the Naked Scientists with science news, stories & analysis.
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The Science of Language
Dr Chris Smith and the Naked Scientist team discover why children born by caesarean section are less likely to respond to their measles jabs, how ancient trees revealed that last summer was the hottest for over 200 years, plus take an in-depth look at the science of language.
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Scientists find their first rocky planet with an atmosphere
The hottest science news, stories and analysis from Dr Chris and the Naked Scientists.
In this episode a new vaccine to build immunity and scientists have found their first rocky planet with an atmosphere, around a nearby star. -
Zero Gravity
Dr Chris Smith and the Naked Scientist team present the latest science news, analysis and breakthroughs. This week, as AstraZeneca acknowledged that their COVID vaccine is linked to a rare blood clotting side effect, we find out more about it. Plus how scientists are getting closer to cracking nuclear fusion, and how adding bacteria could be key to breaking down plastic. We also discover how zero gravity affects the body, and how science is looking at the future impact of long journeys away from Earth ahead of further exploration into space. Get the podcast from the BBC Sounds app.
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ADHD, sinking cities, and cleaning up oil spills
Dr Chris Smith and the Naked Scientist team present the latest science news, analysis and breakthroughs.
In this week's programme: scientists give mice a rat's sense of smell; we find out why some of China's biggest cities are sinking; and 14 years after disaster struck in the Gulf of Mexico, how laser-treated cork may be able to help us to clean up oil spills in future.
Plus, a special look at ADHD, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, as we find out what it is, who's got it and how science can help us to better manage it. -
Smoking and vaping controls, the remains of the largest sea reptile, volcanic ash and jet engines and food production
Dr Chris Smith and the Naked Scientist team discover:
Why we need stricter smoking and vaping controls and will they work?
The remains of what’s believed to be the largest reptile to have roamed our Severn Seas.
A tribute to the BA pilot who saved his air passengers from a volcanic ash cloud – so why are volcanoes so disastrous for jet engines?
Finally, a look at how food production will cope with climate change in the future.
Customer Reviews
Great podcast
One of the best bio-science podcast/radio programs. There is enough time to explore a subject without the editing that normally leaves only the headline points. It’s good to have time to hear the details without it feeling rushed.
It was better when Dr Karl was on
I used to listen avidly to the BBC Science Podcast. But since they stopped working with Dr. Karl I stopped listening and started listening to Dr. Karl’s Tripple J Science Podcast from Australia
Not what it was.
Long gone are the days when I would jump on this podcast the moment it was released. The old presenters brought character and humour to the podcast and made it an easy fun listen. I would pick up and retain so much information.
Now it’s very earnest. Lots on the current pandemic (of course) and climate change which makes for a really depressing listen where I often zone out. If I see an episode is dedicated to either of these topics I don’t even download it to listen to anymore.
Science should inspire and motivate. Right now you’re beating us over the head with the bad side of science. Please revisit the old style, dump some of the wooden presenters and remember there are lots of positive science stories to cover too.