Best Decoding Immortality Podcasts (2025)

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The collapse of America’s health data system; How sleep affects your focus; Life on Mars in liquid veins? 23:51

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Episode 329 America’s health data system is in crisis. The US government has been bleeding public health experts – many of whom run crucial public health surveys and databases which help identify, monitor and respond to health threats across the country. From drug use to food security and birth data, discover the 5 surveys most critically hit by th…

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How mRNA vaccines teach your body to kill cancer; Grim state of climate action; Why birds sing the dawn chorus 29:20

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Episode 328 Not only has the mRNA covid vaccine saved 14 million lives, it may also help our bodies fight off cancer. A study of cancer patients undergoing immunotherapy treatment showed those who received an mRNA vaccine lived nearly twice as long - and this effect was discovered by accident. In a trial of cancer vaccines, Elias Sayour’s team at t…

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Neuroscience of reality; Quest for dark matter; Folklore of geoscience (New Scientist Live Special) 28:29

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Episode 327 A special episode recorded on October 18 at New Scientist Live in London, featuring experts in geoscience, dark matter and neuroscience. Anjana Khatwa is an Earth scientist and TV presenter. In her new book, The Whispers of Rock, she brings together Western scientific knowledge about the evolution of our Earth and indigenous knowledge a…

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Creeds Closer Than You Think – Why the Bible's Roots Run Deep 8:50

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In this episode of Faith in Focus, we tackle a common skeptic's claim: "The Bible was written too long after Jesus to be trusted." Dive into the pre-Pauline creeds—early Christian statements from just 2-5 years post-resurrection—that anchor the Gospels in eyewitness reality. We'll explore the Bible's 60,000+ cross-references across languages and er…

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First climate tipping point triggered; Man controls another person's body by brain implant; health worries over sumo wrestlers 34:00

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Episode 326 The world’s first major climate tipping point has been triggered. The decimation of warm water coral populations caused by rising temperatures is now irreversible - passing the point of no return. The global consequences of widescale coral dieback could be catastrophic, so experts are sounding the alarm. But is anyone listening? A man w…

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Space 2075: How Humanity Will Live, Work and Make Drugs off-planet | Live Recording at the Royal Society 53:35

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A special episode all about the future of space exploration, recorded in front of a live audience at the Royal Society in London. Earlier this year, the Royal Society published ‘The Space: 2075 report’, which recognises the huge changes we’re seeing in space exploration, and urges for action to be taken to make sure the next 50 years of activity in…

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Beyond the Brain: Exploring Evidence for the Immortal Soul 7:42

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In this episode of Faith in Focus, we explore the age-old question: Does the soul transcend the physical brain? Drawing on insights from neurosurgeon Dr. Michael Egnor and compelling near-death experiences (NDEs), we examine how modern neuroscience and personal testimonies challenge materialist views of consciousness, pointing toward the existence …

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How Jane Goodall changed the world; How the universe ends; How “selfish sperm” affect male fertility 43:27

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Episode 324 The legendary primatologist Jane Goodall died last week aged 91, leaving behind a remarkable legacy. Her work studying tool use in chimpanzees completely reshaped the way we view animal intelligence. Fiercely protective of the natural world, she was also responsible for a huge amount of advocacy during her life. Primatologist Alejandra …

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Unveiling Genesis 1-11: Decoding Mytho-History and Divine Truths 6:12

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In this episode of Faith in Focus, we explore Genesis 1-11, diving into its anthropomorphic language and mytho-historical genre. Discover how passages like “God rested” and the serpent in Eden reveal deep theological truths about creation, sin, and redemption.By Kevin

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Objective Moral Values, God, and Atheism 6:20

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#19 Kantara: Chapter 1 12:19

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From Skepticism to Faith – Scientists Embracing Christianity Through Discovery 6:33

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Emergency in Antarctica; How movement changes the brain; Why women live longer than men 30:56

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Episode 323 Temperatures in Antarctica have soared by over 35°C. Scientists are concerned about how quickly things are changing on the continent as these warmer temperatures impact the polar vortex. Coupled with record lows in sea ice cover over the last decade, this could be a sign that Antarctic weather patterns have shifted permanently. What’s d…

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Pulling Back the Curtain on Pop Culture’s Puppet Strings 1:15:14

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Send us a text Purchase Marks Book. https://a.co/d/6iDkrc9 #MarkDevlin #MusicIndustryExposed #TruthPodcast Ever notice how entire genres appear overnight, dominate culture, then vanish right on cue? We sit down with author and DJ Mark Devlin to map the machinery behind modern fame—gatekeepers, bloodlines, and media psyops—and why “No One’s Dad’s a …

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#18 The Great Departure 5:54

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Step into the epic saga of human exploration. This narrative podcast takes you on a dramatic audio journey, recreating the voyages of history's most impactful travellers. From Viking longships crossing the Atlantic to the first steps on the moon, we tell the stories of courage, innovation, and sacrifice that transformed our world forever.…

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The Echo of Empty Desks: When Prayer Left Our Schools 8:58

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Skull rewrites story of human evolution; Autism and Tylenol; discovery of wind coming from black hole 33:57

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Episode 322 An ancient skull discovered in China may have just rewritten the story of human evolution. It’s widely accepted that the common ancestor of Homo sapiens, Denisovans and Neanderthals came out of Africa. But this skull upends that assumption - potentially showing human evolution began in Asia. Discover how a new reconstruction of the Yunx…

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The Eternal Blueprint: Logic, Math, and the Mind Behind the Universe 7:23

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#17 Lokah: Chapter 1 — Chandra 10:29

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Lokah: Chapter 1 — Chandra is a 2025 Indian Malayalam-language superhero film directed by #DominicArun and produced by #DulquerSalmaan under his banner #WayfarerFilms. It stars #KalyaniPriyadarshan in the titular role as Chandra, a mysterious woman who arrives in Bengaluru and gets entangled with a gang involved in organ trafficking. The film also …

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The evolutionary price we pay for longer lives; the asteroid coming VERY close to Earth; how dinosaurs shaped the ecosystem 32:59

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Episode 321 Humans live a lot longer than other primates - and much of that is down to our immune system. But there’s a price we pay for the capacity to fight off infections: inflammation. Chronic inflammation is to blame for a range of health issues, especially those related to older age. And now research has revealed exactly why inflammation is g…

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Why we can't announce life on Mars (yet); The Romans' impact on the British economy; Link between exercise and your microbiome 29:59

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Episode 320 Was Mars once home to alien life? The evidence is stronger than ever, since NASA’s discovery of rocks marked by patterns similar to those made by microbes on Earth. Found in an area now named Bright Angel, these rocks give us a tantalising insight into Mars’ ancient past - but just how definitive is this finding? It’s long been thought …

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First complete map of brain activity; Queen ant lays eggs of another species; The perils of scrolling while on the toilet 31:10

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Episode 319 Scientists have created the first complete activity map of a mouse’s brain. Combining brain images from multiple mice, researchers recorded more than 650,000 neurons while these mice manipulated little Lego steering wheels in a driving game. This complex behaviour has allowed scientists to examine the interplay between various parts of …

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Mask Magic: Behind the Scenes with Immortal Masks 58:14

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Send us a text Join PTPOP on A Mind Revolution for an exclusive behind-the-scenes interview with Andrew Freeman of Immortal Masks, where we dive into the art of creating realistic Halloween masks, silicone monsters, and movie-quality creature designs. #ImmortalMasks #AndrewFreeman #SiliconeMasks #RealisticHalloweenMasks #CreatureDesign #SFXMasks #S…

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Scientists discovered a 100,000-year-old organism; Breakthrough brain implant uses AI to treat pain; How climate change leads to revolutions 25:50

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Episode 318 An ancient organism has been discovered that has been alive for at least 100,000 years. Found in the Siberian permafrost, this lifeform doesn’t appear to have just remained dormant - but instead has actually been growing extremely slowly. Our understanding of life is already quite fuzzy, and this finding adds to the idea that life itsel…

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Could we end winter illness?; Cold fusion’s comeback; The delicious microbiome of chocolate 20:41

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Episode 317 Winter bugs are notoriously hard to vaccinate against. But as cold, flu and covid season is about to descend on us once more, one group researchers are working on an entirely new solution to the misery. A team out of Columbia University has been testing an mRNA-based treatment that could prime our immune systems to fight against any kin…

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Climate special: How to fix the climate crisis with Tim Lenton and Kate Marvel 44:25

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Episode 316 “All of the other planets out there are just complete garbage. The Earth is the only good place.” – Kate Marvel The climate crisis can leave many of us feeling hopeless and overwhelmed. But, as climate scientists Kate Marvel and Tim Lenton say, there are many reasons to be optimistic.Both have new books out that hope to reframe the way …

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#16 The Road Dialogue 6:18

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The daily commute can sometimes feel like a battlefield. Horns blaring, cyclists swerving—we've all been there. But what if there was a better way? This week, we dive into the unspoken rules of the road and ask if drivers and cyclists can find common ground. We'll share some surprising facts about road laws and give you simple ways to make your nex…

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80 years since Hiroshima: Forgotten victims of the atomic bomb 34:06

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Episode 315 It’s been 80 years since the first and only use of nuclear weapons in war - events that altered the course of history. The consequences of the widespread destruction, deaths and nuclear fallout are still being dealt with today. On 6th August 1945, a bomb was dropped on Hiroshima in Japan, and three days later Nagasaki was also bombed. T…

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Ozempic and Wegovy slow down biological ageing; creation of synthetic bacterium; geology of the Russian earthquake 28:24

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Episode 314 Weight-loss drugs Ozempic and Wegovy have been shown to slow down - or even reverse - the ageing process. In a trial of 84 people taking semaglutide, their biological age dropped by 3.1 years on average, with some organs becoming almost 5 years younger. Based on this new research, this finding could make these some of the most impactful…

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AI wins first gold at maths Olympic games; How mitochondria are linked to sleep; Famous psychology trick works on octopuses too 28:48

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Episode 313 AI has won gold at the world’s hardest maths event. For the first time, AI programs that use entirely natural language like ChatGPT, have used general reasoning to solve incredibly difficult tests at the International Maths Olympiad in Australia. Humans are still in the lead…for now. But could this be a big leap forward in the quest for…

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#15 Jeans: India's Oscar entry and its legacy 8:53

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This episode is about the 1998 film Jeans, which tells a love story with twins, deception, and a journey across the Seven Wonders of the world. The episode will discuss #Shankar direction, #ArRahman music, and the performances in the film. The episode will cover the highs, the lows, and everything in between that makes Jeans a memorable cinematic e…

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#14 The Crocodile's Mouth and the Child's Song: Habib Koité's Din Din Wo 5:55

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This episode explores the captivating rhythm and cultural depth of Habib Koité & Bamada's "Din Din Wo." The episode delves into Koité's innovative guitar style, a blend of traditional Malian sounds with global influences, and the powerful message behind this iconic track from the album Muso Ko. Listeners will discover why Koité is a true master of …

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Scientists test engineered microbes to fight disease; Has 1.5 degrees failed?; New theory why we’ve not found aliens 30:23

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Episode 312 People have been given genetically engineered microbes to prevent a common health condition - and it worked. The gut microbiome is now known to be associated with many health conditions - and in this case, the team managed to treat 9 people who get recurring kidney stones. With the gut’s links to mental health, cancer and more, could en…

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How geoengineering could save us from climate disaster; Have we broken mathematics?; Why exercise reduces cancer risk 33:02

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Episode 311 Geoengineering could be the best way to avoid catastrophic climate disaster - but there’s a big catch. In the recent Global Tipping Points Conference in the UK, scientists discussed growing concerns that the AMOC may be on the verge of collapsing. This is a system of ocean currents that plays a crucial role in regulating global climate.…

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First full genome of Ancient Egyptian sequenced; Wild killer whales offer gifts to humans; First demonstration of interstellar navigation 29:31

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Episode 310 An ancient Egyptian's complete genome has been read for the first time. The DNA of a man who lived in Egypt over 4500 years ago offers a new window into the ancient society and hints at surprising genetic connections with Mesopotamia. Based on forensic analysis of the man's skeleton and preserved images of different Egyptian occupations…

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Jeanne Marie Spicuzza: The Art of Fearless Filmmaking 2:27:41

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Send us a text I had to extreme pleasure to speak with Jeanne Marie Spicuzza an award-winning filmmaker. She shared her journey through the shark infested waters of independent cinema, creating emotionally powerful stories like The Scarapist and Night Rain that redefine what it means to be a female visionary in film. #JeanneMarieSpicuzza #Independe…

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Mice with two dads; perfect your sleep with science; how lizards survived dinosaur-killing asteroid 30:17

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Ep 309 A groundbreaking experiment in reproductive biology has resulted in mice being born from two biological fathers. By fusing sperm and putting them into an emptied egg cell, researchers in China have produced healthy and fertile offspring from two male mice. While it’s early days and the technique requires hundreds of embryos to get results, i…

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First skull of mysterious human ancestor; Decoding whale language; Heatwaves 20x more likely to happen 36:18

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Episode 308 An ancient skull discovered in China has been confirmed to belong to a Denisovan. It’s been tough to study this mysterious human ancestor, as we’ve only ever found a finger and jaw bone - so this new discovery could reshape our understanding of them. After being kept secret for decades, the “dragon man” skull is opening up a new window …

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വഴിതെറ്റി വന്നവസന്തം A Talk Show With R.J Soorya 16:58

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Let me introduce you to one of the favourite Radio Jockey Soorya from RED FM. Exploding her life before becoming an R.J Her happiness of life Listen to this full episode to find out more. Stay tuned and stay Awake... Welcome to Bepsitoive come back episode Highly appreciated your feedback. Subscribe and follow on Where you are listening to get regu…

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ജീവിതത്തിലെ അത്ഭുതങ്ങൾ 11:52

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Positive Vibes Only life stories Listen and evolove. Life is full of surprises: new opportunities come up; that's part of the fun - the adventure of life. The thing is, chaos doesn't allow us to enjoy the adventure.Patrick Lencioni

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Is this the first step to cyborg brains? How drones are reshaping warfare forever; New Vera Rubin observatory goes live 31:23

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Episode 307 Using new “ultrasoft” electronics, researchers at Harvard have effectively created tadpole cyborgs. A soft bioelectronic device has been implanted into their brains - one which grows with them as they develop into frogs. This neural implant is a first step in helping us better understand the inner workings of the brain. But could this w…

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$1 trillion of platinum on the moon; how your brain distinguishes between reality and imagination; rise of the hyperworm 25:37

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Episode 306 It’s been discovered that the moon is probably home to $1 trillion worth of platinum. Researchers suggest nearly 6500 of the Moon’s craters were made by asteroids containing commercial quantities of platinum, palladium, rhodium, ruthenium, iridium and osmium. Does that mean space companies are going to head out on mining missions immine…

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The real threat of AI - ethics, exploitation and the erosion of truth 34:43

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Episode 305 As artificial intelligence grows into more and more aspects of our lives, it seems we’re just at the beginning of the boom. Hundreds of billions of dollars are being pumped into advancing AI capabilities, making it the best funded area in science. But, just like the dot-com revolution, is it a bubble waiting to burst? In this special ep…

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Are smartphones really causing mental illness in teens?; More evidence of alien life; Digital oak trees 23:24

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Episode 304 It seems the world is on heightened alert about the impact smartphones are having on our children’s brains. But are we right to be worried? Jonathan Haidt’s book the Anxious Generation has played a big role in this debate, with many researchers agreeing smartphones cause harm and action needs to be taken. But is there actually any scien…

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#13 The Immortal Paradox 17:52

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Is cheating death humanity's ultimate triumph or its greatest curse? Join us as we delve into the tantalising possibility of immortality, uncovering the scientific breakthroughs, philosophical quandaries, and the dark secrets hidden within the dream of living forever. Could it already be happening in the shadows?…

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China’s carbon emissions fall; norovirus vaccine; chaotic breakup of the solar system 27:55

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Episode 303 China is becoming a de facto leader in the fight against climate change. Right now it’s the world’s biggest emitter of carbon dioxide, but after years of keeping its emissions steady, they have finally begun to fall. And this is all while China’s power demands have increased - suggesting its efforts to build clean energy are paying off.…

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#12 Decoding Thudarum 10:31

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Relive the suspense of Thudarum with us, but be warned: our exploration might lead you down unexpected paths. We'll examine the key moments, the subtle hints, and the fan theories that suggest there's more to this story than meets the eye. Are you ready to confront the possibility that the film's biggest secret is still hidden?…

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Ocean wonders and the new arguments against deep-sea mining; biophotons emitted from living things; drumming chimps and the origin of religion 28:02

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We dive into the mysterious world of the deep sea, sparked by a recent executive order aiming to ramp up offshore mineral extraction, as well as new research revealing that 99.999 per cent of the seabed remains unexplored. Experts discuss the surprising lack of deep-sea exploration, the ecological wonders already discovered, like hydrothermal vents…

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Is our understanding of light completely wrong? Two consciousness theories go head-to-head; decoding dolphin whistles 28:45

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Episode 301 Our understanding of the nature of light might be completely wrong. The double-slit experiment is one of the most famous experiments in physics and is how we’ve understood light for over 200 years. But a team is now suggesting we’ve got the interpretation all wrong - that light is in fact not a wave and is only made up of particles. If …

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Weekly: Why the climate crisis is an issue of injustice and inequality 41:50

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Episode 299 In a climate justice special episode of the podcast, the biggest issue of the century is up for discussion. Find out the true impact of climate change on our planet and who should be paying to fix the crisis. Rowan Hooper and Madeleine Cuff are joined by two climate experts - Friederike Otto and Joyce Kimutai from the World Weather Attr…