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CrowdScience

BBC World Service
Climate Change
Human Population
Neuroscience
Coastal Erosion
Malaria
Lying
Volcanic Activity
Sound Localization
Mosquitoes
Puerto Rico
Prayer
Child Development
Cognitive Processing
Storytelling
Body Mass Index
Melting Glaciers
Mataranga Māori
Birth Rates
Auditory Science
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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

CrowdScience listener Sid is running late, and he’s turning to science to find an excuse. He and his partner Steffi in Singapore have very different attitudes to timekeeping. They wonder if this is down to their different cultural upbringings, or if ... more

What would you discover inside the stomach of a sea lion? CrowdScience listener Robyn found out first-hand when she volunteered at her local museum in Adelaide, Australia. The team dissecting the specimen removed around 30 rocks from the animal’s sto... more

On the banks of the St Lawrence River in Quebec stands a 100-year-old lighthouse. While initially built to help boats navigate one of Canada’s most difficult waterways, the Point-de-Père site now also holds a different responsibility: it is a key ref... more

Host Anand Jagatia tackles gravity - a fundamental force of the universe yet also an everyday mystery that has baffled several listeners. Can you outrun it? Or at least use it to get fitter? If it varies, does that mean that you weigh less, depending... more

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Recent Guests

Paulina Villalobos
Lighting designer and listener in Chile
Episode: Why isn't the sky green?
Rowland Miller
Semi-retired professor specializing in embarrassment research
Sam Houston State University
Episode: Why am I embarrassed when I fall?
Janet Gibson
Professor emerita, authored a textbook on the psychology of humor
Grinnell College
Episode: Why am I embarrassed when I fall?
Caleb Warren
Associate professor of marketing, expert in benign violation theory.
University of Arizona
Episode: Why am I embarrassed when I fall?
Arne Ekstrom
Professor of psychology at the University of Arizona
University of Arizona
Episode: Can I improve my sense of direction
Hugo Spiers
Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience at University College London
University College London
Episode: Can I improve my sense of direction
Veronique Bohbot
Professor from McGill University, studying sense of direction
McGill University
Episode: Can I improve my sense of direction
Koichi Takada
Architect with nature at the heart of its designs.
Koichi Takada Architects
Episode: Why don’t sunflowers fall over?
Roland Ennos
Visiting professor in biology at Hull University.
Hull University
Episode: Why don’t sunflowers fall over?

Hosts

Caroline Steel
Host and presenter who facilitates discussions on various meaningful topics and engages with listener questions.
Anand Jagatia
Host and presenter known for exploring complex scientific concepts through listener questions and expert insights.
Marnie Chesterton
Co-host who brings engaging narratives and personal reflections to discussions, enhancing the exploration of listener questions.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 2k ratings
  • Nice

    Very good very nice

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    scratchula
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Love this

    This show supports my weird sciency energy that i cannot find anywhere else as a high schooler. Flies are cool

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    se try hb
    United States2 months ago
  • Absolutely wonderful

    This is my favorite podcast, bar none. It is lighthearted, fun, and yet it covers incredibly interesting and serious scientific topics. I have learned more from this podcast than from all the others I have listened to combined. Keep up the awesome work!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Threeymonkeysjp
    Japan4 months ago
  • A plurality?

    •EPISODE “What’s the Fairest Voting System?” In which the host is unaware that “criteria” is plural, though thankfully the guest is.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    (Gibberer)
    Australia5 months ago
  • An amazing podcast for general knowledge from a range of topics!

    5/5 that’s my review for crowd science podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Louis the fan
    Israel9 months ago

Listeners Say

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Some critiques mention a desire for a slightly faster-paced dialogue or more guest contributions.
Listeners appreciate the combination of humor and scientific insight in the episodes.
Engaging with diverse and interesting questions, prompting thought-provoking discussions.
The hosts are seen as approachable and inclusive, enhancing listener engagement.
Quality storytelling and thorough research resonate with audiences, making complex topics more relatable.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#227
United States/Science
Spotify
#37
United Kingdom/Science
Apple Podcasts
#33
United Kingdom/Science
Apple Podcasts
#97
Canada/Science
Spotify
#38
Australia/Science
Apple Podcasts
#63
Australia/Science

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Are there global food allergy hotspots?
Q: Are food allergies less common in South Korea than in the West?
No, food allergies are on the rise in South Korea and are now quite prevalent, similar to Western countries.
Where in the world will I weigh least?
Q: Can we create extra gravity on Earth to help everyone stay fit?
While the idea of creating extra gravity is interesting and has been considered, it remains too expensive to implement currently.
Where in the world will I weigh least?
Q: Where on Earth would be the best place to measure weight loss?
The best place to weigh less would be on a mountain near the equator due to the combination of effects from the Earth's rotation and variations in gravity at different points.
Where in the world will I weigh least?
Q: What is gravity?
Gravity is a mysterious force that attracts objects toward one another, and although we experience it daily, its fundamental nature is still not entirely understood.
Are humans naturally monogamous?
Q: What challenges do people face in non-monogamous relationships?
People must manage jealousy and put in more emotional work, which can be overwhelming.

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Focusing on listener-generated questions, the podcast embarks on meaningful explorations of various scientific and life-related topics. Each episode blends personal anecdotes with expert insights, diving into areas such as psychology, environmental science, and personal experiences to unravel complex concepts. Notable episodes investigate the nature of emotions, the science behind everyday phenomena, and delve into historical or cultural queries. The unique interactive approach not only enriches the listener experience but also invites diverse perspectives from experts across multiple fields, making the content both engaging and informative for those curious about the world around them.

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3. Janet Gibson
4. Caleb Warren
5. Arne Ekstrom
6. Hugo Spiers
7. Veronique Bohbot
8. Koichi Takada

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