Podcast Episodes

Charcoal reveals secrets of first humans in Australia

There are no bone fragments or similar clues. But the structure of cells of ancient plants captured in charcoal is revealing the diet and lifestyle o…

2 years, 5 months ago

Getting serious about energy storage. But is it too late as wildfires rage?

Large scale energy storage will allow users to rely on renewable energy alone. The US Department of Energy is funding research to make it a happen.

2 years, 6 months ago

Scientists protest in Adelaide

Scientists fear research will be hit in proposed changes at the South Australian Museum

2 years, 6 months ago

Two inspirational books and new powers for Parkes dish

Two inspirational books for younger readers show an intruiging world and the thrill of chasing a dream.

2 years, 6 months ago

The science of friendship

Friendship led ancient humans to cooperate and gain an edge over predators. Compassion is seen among 25 primates and other animals. Today we explore …

2 years, 6 months ago

The amazing world of alpine plants

Today we meet the people at the forefront of studying alpine plants - including how trees and plants survive in deep snow and ferocious winds. We vis…

2 years, 6 months ago

Meet the man who changed the world forever

Sir Mark Oliphant of Adelaide was the main person missing from the film Oppenheimer. 

It was Sir Mark who carried the letter from European scientists …

2 years, 7 months ago

Big things

The Iter Tokamak nuclear fusion reactor is due for completion next year. In the US, a smaller cheaper reactor is also gearing up.

2 years, 7 months ago

US National Center for Atmospheric Research

Join Robyn Williams and meet scientists at one of the world’s centres for the study of climate and weather.

2 years, 7 months ago

Microorganisms support all life, and plastic in creatures’ guts

Microplastics are everywhere and impacting ecosystems.

2 years, 7 months ago