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CrowdScience

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Climate Change
Evolution
Psychology
Neuroscience
Genetics
Earth
Cognitive Neuroscience
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Moon
Port Of Rotterdam
Cycling
Twins
Identity
Tears
Culture
Aging
Memory
Atoms
Fuel Efficiency
Wine

We take your questions about life, Earth and the universe to researchers hunting for answers at the frontiers of knowledge.

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Why is it hard to concentrate, and why does it feel like such hard work? The CrowdScience inbox is full of questions like that, so for this show we’re concentrating on concentration and focusing on how we focus.

We’ll be answering questions about t... more

Tuberculosis kills more than a million people every year. It’s the world’s leading cause of death from a single infectious agent. This is despite the fact that we've had a cure for TB since the 1940s and a vaccine that’s over 100 years old. So why is... more

Stare up at the night sky, and if you’re lucky, you might see a shooting star. Some people might make a wish, but CrowdScience listener Scott in California in the USA, thinks differently. He’s wondering how dangerous they might be.

Shooting stars a... more

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 there’s a risk it could harm humanity.

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

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Recent Guests

Hadrien de Villepoix
Dr. Hadrien de Villepoix, lead scientist with the Desert Fireball Network
Desert Fireball Network, Australia
Episode: Will I get hit by a meteor?
Kelly Fost
Dr. Kelly Fost, acting Planetary Defense Officer at NASA HQ
NASA
Episode: Will I get hit by a meteor?
Stephen Wokes
Stephen Wokes, space debris expert
Astroscale (space debris ecosystem)
Episode: Will I get hit by a meteor?
Michaela Musilova
Astrobiologist
NASA JPL/ESA collaboration
Episode: Are there diseases in space?
Kate Rubins
NASA Astronaut and Virologist
NASA/Stanford University
Episode: Are there diseases in space?
Silvio Sinibaldi
Planetary Protection Officer
European Space Agency
Episode: Are there diseases in space?
Paul Meacham
Engineeer, ExoMars Rover Project Lead
Airbus
Episode: Are there diseases in space?
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?

Hosts

Caroline Steel
Co-host/presenter with extensive involvement across episodes; focal point for field segments and audience questions
Anand Jagatia
Host bringing scientific context and interview facilitation; appears across multiple episodes
Alex Lathbridge
Host contributing to topic framing, questions, and in-depth explanations

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 2.1k ratings
  • Best of all 🀍

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bonnie.wit
    France5 months ago
  • Great science!

    Quirky, informative, and entertaining.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Roac Sth Australia
    Australia6 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 States7 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 Kingdom8 months ago
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    Apple Podcasts
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    United Kingdom10 months ago

Listeners Say

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

Listeners praise accessible science explanations and engaging guests.
Some feedback notes pacing or presenter balanceβ€”room for giving more time to experts.
Audience appreciates international perspective and on-site reporting.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#196
United States/Science
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#47
United Kingdom/Science
Apple Podcasts
#41
United Kingdom/Science
Apple Podcasts
#88
Canada/Science
Spotify
#39
Australia/Science
Apple Podcasts
#89
Australia/Science

Talking Points

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Will I get hit by a meteor?
Q: What can we do to prevent or mitigate such impacts?
Deflection strategies are discussed, including kinetic impactors, gravity tractors, and even nuclear options, with the caveat that the approach depends on the asteroid type and context.
Will I get hit by a meteor?
Q: How much warning do we get before a meteor hits?
The maximum lead time is typically a couple of minutes once a rock is detected entering the atmosphere, leaving little time to react.
Will I get hit by a meteor?
Q: What's the likelihood of me getting hit by a meteor?
The host and scientists explain that the rough estimate is about one in a trillion for the next year, making it an extremely unlikely event, though not zero.
Why is TB still killing people?
Q: Why haven't we cured TB yet despite antibiotics since the 1940s?
Because TB biology is complex and the bacteria can hide in the body for long periods, vaccines like BCG offer limited protection in adults, treatments are long and drug-intensive, and social determinants such as poverty and access to care hinder effective prevention and cure.
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.

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Frequently Asked Questions About CrowdScience

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

A science-focused Q&A show that crowdsources questions from listeners and brings in researchers and practitioners to explain life, Earth, and the universe. Episodes span topics from space science, biology, geology, technology, to environmental issues, often blending on-site reporting, hands-on demonstrations, and expert context. Notable strengths include clear explanations of complex concepts, real-world demonstrations, and a democratic, curious tone that invites broad audiences. The show frequently features fieldwork and interviews with scientists, engineers, and educators, making it approachable for curious non-specialists while still offering depth for expert listeners.

A standout trait is its broad, international scope and emphasis on ... more

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2. Kelly Fost
3. Stephen Wokes
4. Michaela Musilova
5. Kate Rubins
6. Silvio Sinibaldi
7. Paul Meacham
8. Alfend Rudyawan

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