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Consciousness
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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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Understanding animal communication has always seemed out of reach, but as technology advances, it might be more possible than ever before. Project CETI is an organization aimed at translating the language of sperm whales. This episode, Dr. Samantha Y... more

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Dr. Jennifer Bevan
Professor in the School of Communication at Chapman University
Chapman University
Episode: Jealousy Vs. Envy
David Gruber
Founder and CEO of Project CETI
Project CETI
Episode: The Researchers Translating Whale Language
Swapna Krishna
Science journalist specializing in space
NatGeo, Wired, NASA Goddard tour participant
Episode: The Machine That Lets Us Look At Dark Energy
Jack Brand
Researcher at the Department of Wildlife, Fish and Environmental Studies, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences
Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences
Episode: Cocaine is in Our Waterways. How are Animals Responding?
Kindra Crick
Interdisciplinary artist combining neuroscience and art
Independent artist; Princeton University background
Episode: Science Needs Creativity
Vilceu Bordignon
Associate Professor in the Department of Animal Science at McGill University, pioneer in cloning research
McGill University
Episode: Copy, Paste, Clone: What it Takes to Bring Back the Past
Marina Weiler
Neuroscientist and assistant professor in the Division of Perceptual Studies at the University of Virginia
University of Virginia
Episode: What Out-of-Body Experiences Reveal About Consciousness
Laurel Bristow
Infectious disease researcher
Health Wanted (Emory Rollins School of Public Health; NPR affiliate station WABE Atlanta)
Episode: Hantavirus Outbreak: Separating Fact from Fear
Dr. James Kinross
Associate professor in general surgery, Imperial College London
Imperial College London
Episode: Why Are People Getting Poop Transplants?

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Dr. Samantha Yammine
Host of Curiosity Weekly, scientist and science communicator with a focus on neuroscience, health, and evidence-based discussion

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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

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    5
    LOL listener
    United States3 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 States5 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.

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    1
    00102030
    United Kingdom6 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 States8 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
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    Dianenotmom
    United States10 months ago

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Jealousy Vs. Envy
Q: How can we recognize jealousy in ourselves, and what can we do about it?
Don't feel ashamed, recognize that jealousy is a natural emotion, then reflect on why you feel it, and finally communicate it positively and calmly to your partner when the moment is right.
Science Needs Creativity
Q: Can you tell us more about this Nocturnal Worlds project and how you blend real science with art?
She explains recording sleep with portable EEG, diary entries, and then composing paintings where the figure and dream data merge to represent sleep stages and insomnia, using metaphors like moths to symbolize awakenings and awakeness.
Science Needs Creativity
Q: So I wanted to ask you what it is about science that made you want to focus your artwork on it or vice versa. What about art made it seem like the best way to express your love of science?
Crick describes being driven by curiosity and a formal grounding in molecular biology, then discovering art allowed her to visualize microscopic imagery in ways that engage a broader audience and invite the public into scientific questions.
Cocaine is in Our Waterways. How are Animals Responding?
Q: Why was cocaine chosen as the molecule of interest for this study?
Cocaine is one of the most commonly detected illicit compounds in waterways and tends to be present at high enough concentrations near urban centers, so it serves as a relevant test case for how neuroactive drugs can affect wildlife.
Why Are People Getting Poop Transplants?
Q: What are the biggest challenges with donor matching and long-term outcomes?
Donor microbiomes are highly individualized; matching to the recipient is complex due to niche-specific microbe interactions, immune responses, and the need for a holistic approach including diet and lifestyle to sustain engraftment long-term.

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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 science storytelling with a focus on cutting-edge research across neuroscience, health, environment, AI, and climate tech. Episodes typically feature expert guests who translate complex studies into practical takeaways, often exploring how scientific findings affect everyday life and public policy. The show balances rigorous inquiry with engaging narratives, inviting listeners to understand the research behind timely topics without requiring a PhD. Noteworthy strengths include a capable host who conducts thoughtful interviews and a steady stream of high-caliber guests spanning academia, medicine, and environmental science, which helps the program appeal to curious, scientifically minded professionals see... more

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