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Ask the Naked Scientists

Dr Chris Smith
Mosquitoes
Climate Change
Aging
Ultra-Processed Foods
Moon
Water On Earth
Communication Skills
Pimple Popping Health Risks
Artificial Intelligence
Apollo Missions
Wildfires
Obesity
Longevity
Midlife Crisis
Water Quality
Fanebos
Lactose Intolerance
Vitamin D
Antihistamines
South Africa

How many organs could you donate and remain alive? How many planet Earths could fit inside the Sun? How high is a giraffe's blood pressure? Why is the sea blue? To find out, Ask The Naked Scientists!

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Recent Guests

Dr. Chris Smith
Lecturer at the University of Cambridge and a regular guest expert.
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Episode: Could popping a pimple on your face kill you?

Hosts

Saskia Falcon
Standing in for Clarence Ford.
Dr. Chris Smith
Host and lead scientist answering listener's questions, also a lecturer at the University of Cambridge.
Clarence Ford
Host of Views and News and does various hosting including questions series.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 242 ratings
  • Knittin nan

    Love this and thank you for it. Dr Chris kept me sane and keep perspective right through the covid days , on radio and tv. He does the same on this questions series

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KnittinNan
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • The radio show, which is then uploaded as podcast, is meant for children and very rarely answers the questions asked, or answers them poorly. Often there is an assumption, that any random scientist knows everything about everything. This is false and this Naked Scientist guy knows about as much as anyone who can do a 1 minute Google search.

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    Nero
    2 years ago
  • The radio show, which is then uploaded as podcast, is meant for children and very rarely answers the questions asked, or answers them poorly. Often there is an assumption, that any random scientist knows everything about everything. This is false and this Naked Scientist guy knows about as much as anyone who can do a 1 minute Google search.

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    2
    Nero
    2 years ago
  • Incredibly good.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    podvet
    3 years ago
  • Wonderful podcasts. Comprehensive info. Great presenters and experts and of course questions from the public.

    Glad I found this one!

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    Carielo
    3 years ago

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Many express gratitude for the host's ability to explain complex topics in an accessible manner.
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Several reviews highlight the podcast as a great resource for those curious about science and its applications in everyday life.

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Are gravity and magnetism related?
Q: Is there any relationship between gravity and the magnetic field of a planet?
While discussions exist around a potential link between gravity and magnetism, they operate on different principles; gravity is associated with mass while magnetism arises from the Earth's iron core.
Are gravity and magnetism related?
Q: What caused the grid to collapse in Europe?
Extreme weather conditions affecting the electricity grid, particularly the increased reliance on renewable energy sources that cannot always provide consistent power, led to the failures.
Should dogs sleep inside the house?
Q: Should dogs sleep outside or inside the house?
It depends on the breed and how the dog was raised; some dogs are better suited to being inside, while others thrive outside for temperature control and comfort.
Are seed oils unhealthy?
Q: Are mosquitoes attracted to certain smells of the deodorant?
Yes, mosquitoes track you down using heat and smells, and certain deodorants can increase attraction to them.
Are seed oils unhealthy?
Q: What is the reason for certain oils now being regarded as less healthy to cook with?
The shift from animal fats to plant-based oils was based on assumptions about health benefits, but modifications in processing may actually render some plant oils unhealthy.

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