Podcast Episodes

Rock Samples Taken from Far Side of the Moon and a ‘Morning-After Pill’ for STIs

In this week’s news roundup, we present the latest from the skies and the pillbox. The Hubble Space Telescope is limping along, operating with just o…

1 year, 9 months ago

Do Plants ‘Think’? We Might Not Know Enough about Consciousness to be Certain

Can plants “think?" Do they “talk” to one another? These are questions that scientists are asking—and the answers might surprise you. Zoë Schlanger, …

1 year, 9 months ago

Snacking on Cicadas Is Nutritious, Sustainable, and—Yes—Delicious

A “double brood” of cicadas is taking over much of the eastern half of the U.S. They’re loud and abundant. Have you considered–eating them? Chef Jose…

1 year, 9 months ago

Auroras Are on the Horizon, and Bird Flu Is on the Menu

In this week’s news roundup: Despite widespread concerns, a new study on adolescent smartphone use found that teens report improved moods when using …

1 year, 9 months ago

Troubled Waters on Cape Cod: Liquid Gold (Part 3)

Cape Cod communities are facing an expensive mandate to clean up their wastewater. Urine diversion or “pee-cycling” could be a cost-effective polluti…

1 year, 9 months ago

The Science Behind Curly Hair [Sponsored]

Research at the intersection of science and beauty is providing us with a better understanding of hair diversity.

This podcast was produced for L’Oréa…

1 year, 9 months ago

How to Protect Wildlife without Leaving Home

Whether you have a large yard or a tiny planter, there are ways to use your outdoor space to protect wildlife. Senior news reporter Meghan Bartels ta…

1 year, 9 months ago

Troubled Waters on Cape Cod: Sticker Shock (Part 2)

Cape Cod’s famed ponds and bays are suffering from pollution with a curious origin: human urine. Household septic systems are flushing nitrogen into …

1 year, 9 months ago

The Apocalypse Is Going to Be a Lot Friendlier Than You Think

Psychologist and cooperation theorist Athena Aktipis shares advice from her new book, A Field Guide to the Apocalypse, on how to survive and thrive i…

1 year, 9 months ago

AI Is Getting Creepier and Risky Cheese Is Getting Trendier

In this week's science roundup: drinking raw milk was always risky, but now there are added concerns over the spread of bird flu into dairy cows. An …

1 year, 9 months ago