Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchTinnitus: What causes the persistent ringing or buzzing of the ears and how can we treat it?
Season 1 Episode 204
Many of us will have experienced a ringing or whining noise in our ears at some point, perhaps after going to a concert or working a long shift in a …
2 years, 6 months ago
Simple ways to prevent (and reverse) type 2 diabetes
Season 1 Episode 203
A staggering 415 million people around the world today are living with diabetes, with almost half of those cases undiagnosed. In fact, it’s perfectly…
2 years, 6 months ago
Aphantasia: How people with no mind’s eye see the world
Season 1 Episode 202
When you hear the word ‘horse’ do you find it difficult to conjure up a mental image of what a horse looks like? If so, it sounds like you’re an apha…
2 years, 6 months ago
The truth about bodyfat
Season 1 Episode 201
At this time of year most of us will likely be a little concerned about piling on a few pounds after overindulging in food and drink over the holiday…
2 years, 6 months ago
Can we predict the future of the climate?
Season 1 Episode 200
The climate is notoriously unpredictable and hard to plan for, but can and should we try to understand its future, or simply prepare for what is to c…
2 years, 6 months ago
The strange science of near-death experiences
Season 1 Episode 199
What happens after we die is one of the biggest questions we ask. Over centuries it’s been asked not only by scientists, but by philosophers, theolog…
2 years, 6 months ago
How AI is going to transform the classroom
Season 1 Episode 198
The Royal Institution has been putting on the science spectacles for children known as the Christmas Lectures almost every year since 1825. For 200 y…
2 years, 6 months ago
Chris Packham wants you to be a scientist – and then forget the science
Season 1 Episode 197
In this episode, we hear about Chris Packham’s guide to saving the planet. Think of the most iconic creature in the world. Now put that creature into…
2 years, 6 months ago
How using science can make you a better cook
Season 1 Episode 196
Never mind so-called molecular gastronomy. Even without Michelin-Starred chefs’ use of spherification, sous vide and meat glues, there’s more than en…
2 years, 6 months ago
Inside the brain of a thrill seeker
Season 1 Episode 195
Whether its jumping out of planes or climbing giant mountains, some people live for the thrill. But are their brains different and can you become a t…
2 years, 7 months ago