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CrowdScience

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Climate Change
Evolution
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Identity
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Culture
Atoms
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Fuel Efficiency
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We take your questions about life, Earth and the universe to researchers hunting for answers at the frontiers of knowledge.

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Latest Episodes

Space missions are searching for evidence of extra-terrestrial life. CrowdScience listener George in Kenya wants to know what could be up there, and if thereโ€™s a risk it could harm humanity.

With rovers currently analysing samples on Mars, missions... more

CrowdScience listener Liana from Canada got in touch to ask about some very specific rocks sheโ€™d seen on an island in Indonesia โ€“ jagged, rugged and a very strange shape: hexagonal. They were in long columns, and clicked together like a jigsaw. But w... more

Many plants need pollen from another plant of the same species in order to reproduce, but they donโ€™t have legs so they canโ€™t simply walk around looking for a mate.

As a result, many of them rely on animals to transfer pollen from one plant to anoth... more

โ€œWhat separates humans from animals, is an interest in the pastโ€. Thatโ€™s a 900-year-old quote from a textbook that Nigerian listener Taiwo came across, and he wrote to CrowdScience to ask if modern science would agree.

Most of us spend time thinkin... more

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Recent Guests

Alfend Rudyawan
Geologist and lecturer at Institut Teknologi Bandung
Institut Teknologi Bandung
Episode: What are these strange rocks?
Kirstin Lemon
Science Programme Manager for the Geological Survey of Northern Ireland
Geological Survey of Northern Ireland
Episode: What are these strange rocks?
Jean-Marc Schlenker
Professor of Mathematics
University of Luxembourg
Episode: What are these strange rocks?
Kyra Krakos
Plant biologist; professor at Maryville University; research associate at Missouri Botanical Garden; specializes in plant evolution and pollination
Maryville University; Missouri Botanical Garden
Episode: How did plants evolve to attract insects?
Lewis Barrett
Plant researcher at Oxford Botanic Garden and Arboretum
Oxford Botanic Garden and Arboretum
Episode: How did plants evolve to attract insects?
Pastor Malabrigo Jr
Plant taxonomist at the University of the Philippines Los Banos
University of the Philippines Los Banos
Episode: How did plants evolve to attract insects?
Marvin Reyes
Forest ranger in Mount Makiling Forest Reserve
Local forestry service
Episode: How did plants evolve to attract insects?
Freyja Olafsdottir
Assistant professor of neuroscience
Radboud University Nijmegen
Episode: Do animals care about the past?
Gema Martin-Ordas
Psychologist specializing in animal cognition
University of Stirling
Episode: Do animals care about the past?

Hosts

Caroline Steel
Host of CrowdScience
Anand Jagatia
Host of CrowdScience

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 2.1k ratings
  • Best of all ๐Ÿค

    I listen to the podcast every night and you can never get tired of it. Absolutely amazing!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bonnie.wit
    France4 months ago
  • Great science!

    Quirky, informative, and entertaining.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Roac Sth Australia
    Australia5 months ago
  • Always worth my time

    I've enjoyed this podcast since the first episode and the last one was one of the best. These episodes usually deal with a topic that occurrs to me as "jee, I've always wondered about that".

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dunedin@1
    United States6 months ago
  • Crowd science

    Crowd science is a great podcast for all ages. I sometimes listen to it with my kids and they love it too. The presenters are really nice and sometimes funny.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    frubduvs
    United Kingdom7 months ago
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    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zammit the dog
    United Kingdom9 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Audience feedback often praises the friendly, thoughtful hosts and engaging storytelling.
Listeners appreciate the breadth of topics and the clear explanations.
The show is informative, entertaining, and accessible, with guests from around the world.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#141
United States/Science
Apple Podcasts
#20
United Kingdom/Science
Apple Podcasts
#65
Canada/Science
Apple Podcasts
#42
Australia/Science
Apple Podcasts
#174
Italy/Science
Apple Podcasts
#178
Germany/Science

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What are these strange rocks?
Q: Does that mean the rocks themselves are exactly the same?
They are both basalt columns formed by the same cooling-and-cracking process, but Indonesian basalt and Northern Irish basalt differ in mineral content and cooling context, leading to slight variations in shape and jaggedness while preserving the hexagonal column form.
What are these strange rocks?
Q: So how old would they be? Would they be the same age as the islands?
The rocks formed from lava around 7.5 to 5 million years ago in Lombok and around 56 million years ago in Northern Ireland, so they are not the same age as the islands themselves but reflect the timing of volcanic activity in each location.
Do plants have personalities?
Q: What are the core traits that define a plant's personality, and how do you assess them?
The guests explain that plant personality emerges from a suite of traits such as early maturation, drought tolerance, disease resistance, taste, and yield, which are assessed through morphological descriptors and genetic variation.
Do plants have personalities?
Q: Could you introduce yourself and your work for our listeners?
Dr. Bisa describes leading the Plant Genetic Diversity Division at the national gene bank, focusing on profiling crops through morphology and genetics to understand their 'personality' traits.
Why does paper fold so well?
Q: Why is paper folding irreversible, or why does paper fold so well?
Folding permanently damages some hydrogen bonds and breaks some fibres, creating irreversible creases that act like hinges, while the remaining fibres still provide enough bonding to keep the sheet together and allow controlled deformation.

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Frequently Asked Questions About CrowdScience

What is CrowdScience about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A curious, globally minded science show that answers listener questions by bringing in researchers and practitioners from diverse fields. Episodes span biology, ecology, climate science, psychology, neuroscience, and physics, often mixing on-the-ground reporting, live demonstrations, and expert explanations to unpack complex topics for a general audience. Noteworthy traits include a hands-on, interview-heavy format with ample opportunities for audience questions and a commitment to balancing rigorous science with accessible storytelling, making it suitable for listeners who enjoy practical explanations of how science affects everyday life.

Overall, the show seems to attract thoughtful, knowledge-hungry listeners who value credible expertis... more

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2. Kirstin Lemon
3. Jean-Marc Schlenker
4. Kyra Krakos
5. Lewis Barrett
6. Pastor Malabrigo Jr
7. Marvin Reyes
8. Freyja Olafsdottir

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