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Curiosity Weekly

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African Elephants
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Welcome to Curiosity Weekly from Discovery, hosted by Dr. Samantha Yammine. Once a week, we’ll bring you the latest and greatest in scientific discoveries and break down the details so that you don’t need a PhD to understand it. From neuroscience to climate tech to AI and genetics, no subject is off-limits. Join Sam as she interviews expert guests and investigates the research guiding some of the ... more

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Latest Episodes

According to neuroscientist Dr. Jamie Ward, everyone knows someone with synesthesia. It’s an under-discussed form of neurodiversity that blends the senses and creates a unique way of perceiving the world. This episode, Dr. Ward joins host Dr. Samanth... more

English being the common language in scientific research has its pros and cons. Scientists can collaborate easier and research can become more accessible, but what do we lose in that process? And what role does AI play? To discuss the complexities of... more

Like it or not, food safety is something that people often bend the rules on. We leave leftovers on the counter too long, we use the five second rule, or maybe we don’t wash our veggies as well as we should. Today, it’s more important than ever to ma... more

Reproduction is the basis for life and yet, for many, it’s still a mystery. This episode, Dr. Samantha Yammine is joined by author and gynecologist Dr. Karen Tang to discuss the rumors, misconceptions, and realities of reproductive health. Before tha... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Jamie Ward
Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience, University of Sussex, Brighton
University of Sussex
Episode: Seeing Sound & Tasting Words: Systems of Synesthesia
Dr. Lynn Bowker
Canada Research Chair in Translation, Technologies and Society at Université Laval
Université Laval
Episode: Translating Science is More Complex Than You Think
Hydroxide Food Science
Food scientist and content creator
Hydroxide.FoodScience
Episode: Can I Cut Mold Off My Cheese?: The Science of Food
Dr. Karen Tang
Gynecologist and minimally invasive surgeon; author of It's Not Hysteria
Karen Tang MD
Episode: Mythbusting Reproductive Health
Dr. Adrian Owen
Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience and Imaging
Western University
Episode: Awareness in a Vegetative State
Manju Bangalore
Astronaut in training; founder of Operation Period
Operation Period
Episode: Menstruation in Space
Diane Boyd
Wildlife biologist, known as the Jane Goodall of wolves
Episode: Introducing Via Podcast
Dr. Sasha Hamdani
Board-certified psychiatrist, author of Too Sensitive, Rejection, Resilience, and the Science of Feeling Deeply
Psych Doctor MD
Episode: Why Does My Brain Make Me So Sensitive
David Carey
Clinical neuropsychologist who studies behavioral asymmetries like handedness, footedness, and sighted dominance
Bangor University
Episode: Lefties, Raise Your Hands

Hosts

Samantha Yammine
Host of Curiosity Weekly; science communicator specializing in neuroscience and related fields.
Michelle Donati
Co-host focusing on travel and cultural storytelling, bringing human-interest angles to scientific topics.
Mitty Hicks
Co-host bringing travel and cultural context to episodes, often guiding conversations with guests.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 2.1k ratings
  • Curiosity Weekly

    Here is why I like Curiosity Weekly. It sits neatly between two other science podcasts that I also like. I listen to Something You Should Know and I like it, even thought I wish that Mike Carruthers would sometimes read or at least scan the books written by his guests. Sometimes his questions tend to dumb down the interview too much. At the other end, I listen to Inner Cosmos and I like it, even though I wish that David Eagleman could remember that not all of his listeners are either practicing ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LOL listener
    United States6 months ago
  • Persecuting the truth tellers

    It might be helpful that instead of self congratulations for now being enlightened, look at where today’s truth tellers are currently being persecuted.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    This Ken
    United States8 months ago
  • Professional guests vs. Playground questions

    Why would you ask industry professionals the kind of questions you’d ask toddlers and your besties at a nail salon?

    The questions are overly general and juvenile, shallow and poorly researched.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    00102030
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Propaganda is not science

    There is data available. Ignoring it to promote a leftist agenda is not science. Just saying science as if it is a magic incantation that trumps all debate does not make it true.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    This Ken
    United States10 months ago
  • Carbon capture

    I love this podcast and feel so much more informed. I love the experts you have on that delve into the small details on the subjects of their expertise.

    My community is in a fight to stop a carbon capture company from opening. I’d love to understand the pros and cons of this technology and which side of the aisle I need to be on for the safety of our environment and future generations

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dianenotmom
    United Statesa year ago

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Seeing Sound & Tasting Words: Systems of Synesthesia
Q: How stable are synesthetic associations over time?
For synesthetes, color associations are highly precise and consistent over time; they remember not only the color but the exact shade, unlike non-synesthetes who would rely on a changing or random guess.
Seeing Sound & Tasting Words: Systems of Synesthesia
Q: What is synesthesia and how common is it?
Synesthesia is when people have an additional sensory experience attached to ordinary stimuli, such as seeing colors when hearing music or tasting flavors when reading letters. It is uncommon but more prevalent than some might assume, with multiple varieties present in a subset of the population.
Mythbusting Reproductive Health
Q: What does the name change from PCOS to PMOS mean in practice?
The name change reflects shifting understanding from an ovarian-centric issue to a systemic metabolic condition, which affects how clinicians diagnose, treat, and discuss the syndrome with patients.
Mythbusting Reproductive Health
Q: Is PMDD related to PMS or premenstrual syndrome?
PMDD is on the same spectrum as PMS but represents a more severe, depressive/anxiety-driven symptom pattern that is highly predictable in the luteal phase and can be managed with targeted treatments.
Mythbusting Reproductive Health
Q: Just guess. Can you tell us more about the history of that word hysteria, in medicine?
Hysteria comes from the Greek word for uterus, and the historical association between women's bodies and mental health has led to a persistent stereotype that women are overly emotional or problematic, which has shaped medical thinking and patient experiences for generations.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Curiosity Weekly

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

Curiosity Weekly presents accessible scientific storytelling through interviews with researchers, clinicians, technologists, and science communicators. Episodes cover a broad range of topics—from neuroscience, genetics, and immunotherapy to climate tech, space, and animal behavior—often anchored by expert guests who translate cutting-edge research into practical takeaways. The show tends to blend rigorous science with real-world applications and curious sidetracks, making complex ideas approachable for a curious, educated audience that enjoys clear explanations and fresh perspectives. Notable strengths include high-caliber guest lineups, thoughtful framing of contemporary science debates, and a knack for connecting disparate fields (e.g., b... more

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