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Science Quickly

Scientific American
Climate Change
Artificial Intelligence
Scientific American
NASA
Consciousness
Covid-19
Vaccines
Conservation
Mental Health
Public Health
Generative AI
Wild Turkeys
Measles
Artemis II
Glp-1 Drugs
Cancer
Large Language Models
Hurricane Forecasting
Nutrition
Probiotics

Host Rachel Feltman, alongside leading science and tech journalists, dives into the rich world of scientific discovery in this bite-size science variety show.

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In this special crossover episode, Science Quickly shares an appearance by host Rachel Feltman on Vox’s Unexplainable. Together with host Noam Hassenfeld, she explores Scientific American’s special issue on impossible questions, diving into some of s... more

In this episode of Science Quickly, we explore newly released 9/11 records and their revelations about the attacks’ lasting health impacts, unpack a controversial artificial intelligence breakthrough that solved one of mathematics’ biggest problems a... more

Can an artificial intelligence really be a friend? In this episode of Science Quickly, Scientific American books and culture lead Bri Kane sits down with Massachusetts Institute of Technology researcher Sherry Turkle to discuss the rise of AI chatbot... more

Friendships are key to our well-being, but what kind of friendships do we really want? Despite being such a foundational part of the human experience, the science of friendship is still mysterious. Assistant professor of psychology Jessica Ayers is t... more

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Recent Guests

Sherry Turkle
Founding director of the MIT Initiative on Technology and Self
MIT
Episode: Is AI making us less human?
Jessica Ayers
Assistant Professor of Psychology at Boise State University
Boise State University
Episode: The surprising science of friendship
Sarah Pierce
Author of For Human Use, a tech thriller about a dating app that matches users to dead bodies
Author, For Human Use
Episode: What if a dating app matched you with a dead body?
Eric Geller
Senior reporter at Cybersecurity Dive focusing on federal cybersecurity policy and critical infrastructure protection
Cybersecurity Dive
Episode: The hackers fighting to keep our water safe
Julie McHenry
Senior Project Scientist for the mission
NASA/Roman Space Telescope
Episode: NASA’s Roman Space Telescope launches
Lynne Barre
Former marine biologist for NOAA
NOAA
Episode: Is Trump abandoning endangered species?
Rachel Feltman
Host of the show
Scientific American
Episode: Could damaged sperm be causing miscarriages?
Sarah Elizabeth Richards
Freelance science journalist, author of a recent story for Scientific American
Scientific American
Episode: Could damaged sperm be causing miscarriages?
Alexandra Pattillo
Freelance health journalist, author of a feature for Scientific American on psilocybin and anorexia
Scientific American
Episode: Can magic mushrooms help treat anorexia?

Host

Rachel Feltman
Host of the show; Scientific American/Science Quickly

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 3.5k ratings
  • 挺好的一个节目

    就是有的单集播放不了是为啥

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WPJ0206
    China3 months ago
  • Too much politics

    Podcast Addict
    1
    ginntonic
    3 months ago
  • Oil

    quote: the reality of a rapidly warming planet—and what rising seas “ In my 69 years on this planet, that is not true.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Gutfeld Fan
    United States8 months ago
  • Amy Westervelt - no

    Let’s not let Amy Westervelt speak on the podcast. She sounds like a 14-year-old - her voice is intensely annoying.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    ihatenicknames99
    United States8 months ago
  • Love it!

    Super informative and educational podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HuiHsuan
    Taiwana year ago

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Some listeners feel show has shifted toward politics/science commentary.
Positive notes about concise, informative science updates.
Many praise the guest diversity and usefulness for listeners and potential sponsors.

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#32
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#44
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#149
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#71
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#156
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#210
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What if a dating app matched you with a dead body?
Q: Should we just not settle for the dead ones or anything else you can give me?
The guest encourages persistence in dating, normalizing the difficulty of dating, and argues that the process is meant to be challenging and that the right connection will emerge through continued effort and exposure to imperfect experiences.
Is Trump abandoning endangered species?
Q: What are the potential impacts on people and the economy if these ESA changes proceed?
Protecting habitat and biodiversity supports a restoration economy, fisheries, and cultural practices; removing or delaying protections could threaten salmon habitat, tribal rights, and jobs that depend on healthy ecosystems, leading to broader economic and social consequences.
Is Trump abandoning endangered species?
Q: Can you tell us a little bit about that threatened designation and what's changing here?
The automatic protection for threatened species under the ESA has been removed, so protections must be put in place through new regulatory steps, making protections more case-by-case and potentially delaying safeguards for species at risk.
NASA’s Roman Space Telescope launches
Q: What makes Roman different from James Webb and Hubble?
Roman is designed as a wide-field survey instrument, complementing Webb and Hubble by covering large regions of the sky quickly with near-infrared sensitivity, enabling large-scale surveys and rapid mapping.
NASA’s Roman Space Telescope launches
Q: How long has this telescope been in the works?
The project evolved from early 2000s planning into a formal mission concept over many years, with the goal of a wide-field infrared observatory to address key cosmological and exoplanet questions.

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Bite-size science show that surfaces accessible, data-driven science across a wide range of topics, from public health and biology to space, technology, and culture. Episodes balance concise updates with deep dives into how science affects daily life, policy, and society, often featuring researchers, editors, and industry experts. Notable strengths include clear explanations of complex topics, a steady stream of timely topics, and a guest roster that spans academia, journalism, and science communication. This mix makes it a good fit for listeners who want quick but credible science context, and for potential guests who bring data, curiosity, and an ability to translate science for broad audiences.

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1. Sherry Turkle
2. Jessica Ayers
3. Sarah Pierce
4. Eric Geller
5. Julie McHenry
6. Lynne Barre
7. Rachel Feltman
8. Sarah Elizabeth Richards

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