Gravitational Waves: Discovery of the Decade?
This week, the discovery rocking the world of physics: gravitational waves! But what are they, and why are they set to change how we see the Universe in the future? Plus we take a look at the week's l...
1 Maalis 201659min
Could The Internet Die?
From why spicy isn't a taste, to how long it takes a comet to form, we've gone in search of the answers to the questions you've been sending in. We investigate whether the Internet is immune to a brea...
23 Helmi 201654min
Rules of Attraction: The Science of Sex
The Naked Scientists have turned the lights down low for a stimulating odyssey through the science of dating and romance, including; which chat-up lines are most likely to get you talking, what stati...
16 Helmi 201656min
Caffeine: Friend or Foe?
Caffeine is one of the only legal psychoactive stimulants but is it good or bad for our health? This week, the Naked Scientists are delving into the science to find out. Plus, the latest on Zika virus...
9 Helmi 201657min
Food Security: Insects for Dinner?
By 2050 the global population is set to rise to more than 10 billion people. But right now, 1 in 10 people are suffering from chronic hunger. So how do we reconcile a rising population with an already...
2 Helmi 20161h
Black holes: the inside story...
What's dark and so massive that not even light can escape its clutches? The answer is one of the most enigmatic phenomena known to physics: the black hole. And this week we explore the workings of the...
26 Tammi 201654min
The Hidden World of Hibernation
Does midwinter make you want to eat all the food in your fridge, curl up in a duvet and sleep until spring? You're not alone, many plants and animals feel the same way, but you might not be so keen wh...
19 Tammi 201649min
Why do we have pubic hair?
In this week's podcast, we're taking on your questions! From how we make decisions to why do we go temporarily deaf when we yawn and if light wears out, these are some of the many conundrums you asked...
12 Tammi 201653min
