Volcanoes. Trees. Drunk butterflies. Mars missions. Slug sex. Death. Beauty standards. Anxiety busters. Beer science. Bee drama. Take away a pocket full of science knowledge and charming, bizarre stories about what fuels these professional -ologists' obsessions. Humorist and science correspondent Alie Ward asks smart people stupid questions and the answers might change your life.

A podcast about the automation of everything. Host Jennifer Strong and the team at MIT Technology Review look at what it means to entrust artificial intelligence with our most sensitive decisions.

Join neuroscientist, philosopher, and five-time New York Times best-selling author Sam Harris as he explores important and controversial questions about the mind, society, current events, moral philosophy, religion, and rationality—with an overarching focus on how a growing understanding of ourselves and the world is changing our sense of how we should live. Sam is also the creator of the Waking Up app. Combining Sam’s decades of mindfulness practice, profound wisdom from varied philosophical and contemplative traditions, and a commitment to a secular, scientific worldview, Waking Up is a resource for anyone interested in living a more examined, fulfilling life—and a new operating system for the mind. Waking Up offers free subscriptions to anyone who can’t afford one, and donates a minimum of 10% of profits to the most effective charities around the world. To learn more, please go to WakingUp.com. Sam Harris received a degree in philosophy from Stanford University and a Ph.D. in neuroscience from UCLA.

¡En este podcast hacemos que la ciencia se vuelva divertida! Liz y Aldo entrevistan a expertos académicos de la Universidad de Guadalajara sobre las inquietudes más cotidianas de las personas, pero específicamente aquello que a las y los jóvenes nos interesa para nuestro presente y futuro. Dale play y acompáñanos a descubrir la ciencia en nuestro día a día y a desenmascarar los más grandes y absurdos mitos que nos alejan del conocimiento.

A fun and inspiring plant-based podcast from nutrition experts at The Physicians Committee. "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll, who lost 280 pounds, is frequently joined by Dr. Neal Barnard and others to motivate and educate both new vegans and those who have been plant-powered for life. Learn the secrets to improving your health from doctors and nutritionists and become inspired by others who have already reclaimed their health! Dive into the science of a plant-based diet like the effects of eating a single beef hamburger or slice of cheese can do to the body!

Every weekday, TED Talks Daily brings you the latest talks in audio. Join host and journalist Elise Hu for thought-provoking ideas on every subject imaginable — from Artificial Intelligence to Zoology, and everything in between — given by the world's leading thinkers and creators. With TED Talks Daily, find some space in your day to change your perspectives, ignite your curiosity, and learn something new.

Stories on why we find it so hard to save our own planet, and how we might change that.

Coffee Break: Señal y Ruido es la tertulia semanal en la que, medio en broma medio en serio, repasamos las últimas noticias de la actualidad científica. Separando la paja del trigo o, como nos gusta decirlo, la señal del ruido, nos leemos los papers para que usted no tenga que hacerlo. Sírvete un café y acompáñanos en nuestra tertulia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Programa de ciencia dirigido y presentado por Antonio Rivera.

Horizonte, el programa de investigación de Cuatro dirigido por Iker Jiménez que analiza temas de rigurosa de actualidad.

The Huberman Lab Podcast discusses neuroscience: how our brain and its connections with the organs of our body control our perceptions, our behaviors, and our health. We also discuss existing and emerging tools for measuring and changing how our nervous system works. Dr. Andrew Huberman is a tenured Professor of Neurobiology and Ophthalmology at Stanford School of Medicine. His laboratory studies neural regeneration, neuroplasticity, and brain states such as stress, focus, fear, and optimal performance. For more than 20 years, Dr. Huberman has consistently published original research findings and review articles in top-level peer-reviewed journals, including Nature, Science, Cell, Neuron, and Current Biology. He is a regular member of several National Institutes of Health review panels and a Fellow of the McKnight Foundation and the Pew Charitable Trusts. Dr. Huberman regularly consults for technology development companies, professional athletic organizations, and various units of U.S. and Canadian Special Operations.

Whether you’re curious about getting healthy, the Big Bang or the science of cooking, find out everything you need to know in under 30 minutes with Instant Genius. The team behind BBC Science Focus Magazine talk to world-leading experts to bring you a bite-sized masterclass on a new subject each week.Then when you’ve mastered the basics with Instant Genius. Dive deeper with Instant Genius Extra, where you’ll find longer, richer discussions about the most exciting ideas in the world of science and technology. Only available on Apple Podcasts. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Programa semanal de Matemáticas con todos sus lados, ecuaciones y ondas transformadas para entender desde lo concreto a lo abstracto. Un programa dirigido y presentado por Santi García Cremades, matemático, divulgador y profesor de la UMH, con los mejores colaboradores, entrevistas, secciones de actualidad, historia, curiosidades y algunas incógnitas más. Deja de utilizar los catetos, y escucha las matemáticas más hipotenusas, en RAIZ DE 5, de Radio 5 RNE. Medios para la participación de los oyentes: +34 687229373

Divulgación astronómica (y actualidad) para todos los públicos. Si te gusta la astronomía, si sientes curiosidad por conocer nuestro lugar en el universo, cómo sabemos cuál es el tamaño de la Vía Láctea, o si te has preguntado si podría haber vida en otros lugares de la galaxia, e incluso del universo, este es tu programa.

Radiolab is on a curiosity bender. We ask deep questions and use investigative journalism to get the answers. A given episode might whirl you through science, legal history, and into the home of someone halfway across the world. The show is known for innovative sound design, smashing information into music. It is hosted by Jad Abumrad, Lulu Miller, and Latif Nasser.