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Curiosity Weekly

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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

Cells may be the building blocks of life (and highschool biology), but who knew they were so complicated? Dr. Samantha Yammine digs into different types of cells and their functions with editorial correspondent Teresa Carey as they discuss the diffic... more

The new season of Naked and Afraid premieres Sunday, March 9, 2025 at 8pm EST on Discovery.

To celebrate, host Dr. Samantha Yammine talks to legendary survivalist Rob Nelson about his experiences thriving in some of the most extreme conditions on... more

Dr. Samantha Yammine is joined by Dr. Tiara Moore who is a marine ecologist and the founder of Black in Marine Science to talk about her research as well as her advocacy work to ensure equitable systems are in place for Black scientists within the sc... more

The White Lotus is about to be back on our screens on Max so today, we’re diving into the latest trend among elite travelers: longevity tourism. Then, our host Sam speaks to Dr. Jodi Halpern about the mental health effects that come along with the ri... more

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Recent Guests

Rob Nelson
Biologist and wilderness survival expert with extensive experience in extreme environments.
Episode: The Science of Survival
Mandy Horvath
First bilateral amputee to compete on Naked and Afraid, motivational speaker, and adventurer.
Episode: The Science of Survival
Dr. Tiara Moore
Marine ecologist specializing in biodiversity and climate change effects on aquatic species.
Episode: Sea Sponge, Black in Marine Science, Stem Cell Mice
Dr. Jodi Halpern
Professor at UC Berkeley's School of Public Health and expert on empathy, leadership, AI ethics, and bioethics.
UC Berkeley
Episode: Longevity Tourism, AI & Mental Health, Fracking
Dr. Lynn Rothschild
Astrobiologist specializing in extremophiles and the search for extraterrestrial life
NASA's Ames Research Center
Episode: Red Dye 3, Extremophiles, Butterflies
Dr. Janet Hoy-Gerlach
Licensed clinical social worker and director of veterinary social work at Open Door Veterinary Collective.
Open Door Veterinary Collective
Episode: Canine Chat, Emotional Support Animals, Sniffer Dogs
Dr. Linda Charmaraman
Founder and director of the Youth, Media, and Wellbeing Research Lab
Episode: Wildfire Tech, #ADHDtest, Human Echolocation
Daniel Kish
A human echolocation expert who is completely blind
Episode: Wildfire Tech, #ADHDtest, Human Echolocation
Dr. Robert Lillis
A research scientist at UC Berkeley's Space Sciences Laboratory and head of NASA's Escapade mission.
NASA, UC Berkeley
Episode: Electro-Agriculture, Space Exploration, Vision Repair

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 2k ratings
  • To long

    I’ve liked the shorter version, way to long now. I’m unsubscribing

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    faithhope007
    United Statesa month ago
  • Bring back Nate and Kallie!

    whats this weekly nonsense, bring back curiosity daily with nate and Kallie. they were fun, this is lame and slow.

    Audible
    1
    Real Buyer mii
    United Statesa month ago
  • Loving the change up!

    Wow was waiting to see what would come with the new iteration of curiosity and I have to say that I’m loving the first two episodes! Sam is an excellent host and the science is fascinating!! Obsessed!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chacha digregorio
    United States2 months ago
  • Love

    Dr. Yammine is a fantastic host! Great podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LJT_2013
    Canada2 months ago
  • Great pod!!

    I’ve struggled with science since I was a kid and this podcast has really helped. Keep up the great work 🙌🏻

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    THEmonzie
    United States2 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the fun and engaging presentation of complex topics, making learning enjoyable and accessible.

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#157
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#11
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#30
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Talking Points

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The Science of Survival
Q: What is the most limiting factor in survival in the wilderness?
Water is the most limiting factor and must be prioritized in any survival situation.
The Science of Survival
Q: What is the best way to purify water in a survival situation?
Boiling water is the best method for purifying it, killing most harmful organisms.
The Science of Survival
Q: What are your pieces of advice when someone inexperienced like me is heading out into the wilderness?
You should follow the rule of threes: survive three minutes without air, three hours without shelter, three days without water, and three weeks without food.
Sea Sponge, Black in Marine Science, Stem Cell Mice
Q: What are actionable tips for listeners?
Dr. Moore advises listeners to subscribe to their YouTube channel and support their donation campaign to help fund their activities.
Sea Sponge, Black in Marine Science, Stem Cell Mice
Q: What does this type of field research look like?
Dr. Moore describes field research as involving collecting water samples and utilizing underwater equipment for surveys and experiments.

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