
Join Dr Karl Kruszelnicki, Lucy Smith and their scientific guests, with a bunch of curious triple j listeners for a weekly injection of science, myth-bashing and answers!
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 757 | Founded | 21 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Science | |||

Why do we have some of our best ideas in the shower? Do towels dry better in a machine or in the sun? And how do fizzy drinks...get fizzy?
Dr Karl answers these questions and more on triple j Mornings with Lucy Smith. Got a question for Dr Karl - su... more
Would you like a one-of-a-kind piece of Dr Karl memorabilia in your wardrobe?! This November, one lucky listener who asks their question live on Science with Dr Karl will win a bespoke Dr Karl shirt, loved and worn by the man himself (it's clean, we ... more
Why do farts follow you? When riding a bike, how do you gain speed without pedalling? And why do we experience itchiness?
Dr Karl answers these questions and more on triple j Mornings with Lucy Smith. Got a question for Dr Karl - submit it here http... more
How do bandages affect bruising? Can bunions return after surgery? And why does a sauna feel hotter when you chuck water on the coals?
Dr Karl answers these questions and more on triple j Mornings with Lucy Smith. Got a question for Dr Karl - submit... more
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This pod cast is peachy keen from its Q & A’s with Dr Karl but also with guests if you are into wacky science this is the podcast for you it’s unbeatable. This is a very good podcast I always get a good laugh in every episode and always makes me feel better.
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This pod cast is peachy keen from its Q & A’s with Dr Karl but also with guests if you are into wacky science this is the podcast for you it’s unbeatable. Anyway overall this is icy a good podcast I always get a good laugh in every episode and always makes me feel better.
I found this show when I was like 12 and fell in love with it! I do wish that there could be less guests on the show tho.
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Accessible, humorous science conversations built around questions from listeners, with Dr Karl Kruszelnicki explaining the science behind everyday curiosities and bigger questions in physics, biology, health, astronomy and the natural world. Lucy Smith guides the discussion, and expert guests join for topics that benefit from specialist knowledge, from reef ecology and pollination to radio astronomy and reproductive health. Callers and audience questions give the format a broad, unpredictable range, while demonstrations, anecdotes and myth-busting keep complex ideas approachable. The emphasis is on curiosity and evidence-based explanations rather than a single scientific field, making it a fit for casual listeners as well as people who enjo... more
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