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Neanderthals
Dinosaurs
International Space Station
San Jose Shipwreck
Bacteria
Uranus
Earth's Magnetic Field
Sperm Whales
Astrazeneca COVID Vaccine
Colorado River Toad
Prehistoric Rock Art
Egyptian Pyramids
Alien Megastructures
Y Chromosome
Flirt Variants
Head Transplants
Human Evolution
Colossal Squid
Orcas
Astrology

Your bite-size guide to this week in science. Join hosts Eleanor Higgs and Rachael Funnell as they discuss the biggest news stories of the week with guests from the IFLScience team and maybe even a surprise expert or two. So, let’s Break It Down…

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This month on Break It Down:

• Why are there over 8 million pickled fish in some WWII-era bunkers in Louisiana? We ask Tulane University Biodiversity Research Institute director Brian Sidlauskas to spill the tea.

• The discovery of the world’s olde... more

This week on Break It Down: How a transplant patient lived for two days without lungs, the Artemis II Orion Capsule is probably smaller than you’re thinking (but it does have a toilet), the world’s only venomous primate is also super adorable, why a ... more

This week on Break It Down: a potential environmental trigger for autism has been identified, interstellar object 3I/ATLAS is doing weird things with its tail, 90 percent of people are at risk of a newly recognized syndrome, why we know the Denisovan... more

This week on Break It Down: 3I/ATLAS is a 10 billion-year-old time capsule, a world-first fossil captures the moment a rock hyrax dragged its butt 126,000 years ago, a living person received a pig liver transplant for the first time, the “oldest huma... more

This week on Break It Down: the second oldest use of the color blue ever has been discovered in Europe dating back 13,000 years, “chemical fossils” suggest the oldest life on Earth may have been sponges 541 million years ago, skin cells have been tur... more

This week on Break It Down: Homo habilis might not have been the apex predator we thought it was, the oldest and most complete pachycephalosaur reveals why they were so weirdly dome-headed, we’ve been able to track an asteroid’s full life story for t... more

This week on Break It Down: Queen ants are throwing the rules of reproduction out of the window by producing offspring of two different species, for the first time ever we have a complete map of brain activity and boy is it pretty, a new lineage of t... more

This week on Break It Down: Think you know Earth? Think again; a new campaign is trying to overturn the highly erroneous map we were all taught in school. A new injection can make succulents glow pretty much any color you like, and better yet, they’r... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Alfredo Carpanetti
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Episode: Oldest Fingerprint, AI Decoding Wolf Language, And Injecting Life On Other Worlds?
Professor Sabine Highland
Researcher studying ancient Inca string writing system
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Laura Simmons
Researcher and speaker on sex differences in human brains
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Episode: Pompeii’s Worst Day, Peeing Together, And The GOAT Dinosaur Movie?
Alfredo Carpanetti
Space correspondent for IFLScience
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Episode: Cannibal Paddington, Glowing Wood, And A New Human Species?
Holly Large
Science Writer
Episode: Wonky Giraffe, Hamster Vaccines, And Wildlife Rock Art
Joseph Aschbacher
Director General of the European Space Agency
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Episode: Mammoth Jerky, Endangered Language, And Rocket Science In The Jungle
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Hosts

Eleanor Higgs
Digital content creator and co-host, known for her engaging presentation style and insightful discussions on various scientific topics.
Rachael Funnell
Writer and producer, co-host with a knack for popular science communication, contributing her expertise in storytelling and scientific accuracy.

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Glowing Plants, Punk Ankylosaur, And Has The Wow! Signal Been Solved?
Q: Do you know about the WOW signal?
It was a radio signal received by Ohio State University in 1977 that lasted for 72 seconds, which sparked speculation about extraterrestrial intelligence.
Wonky Giraffe, Hamster Vaccines, And Wildlife Rock Art
Q: What is the significance of the ancient rock art found in Colombia?
The rock art, dating back 12,500 years, illustrates early humans' deep knowledge of local wildlife and ecosystems, revealing insights into their relationships with animals.
Wonky Giraffe, Hamster Vaccines, And Wildlife Rock Art
Q: What is discussed about the nasal vaccine during the episode?
The nasal vaccine aims to reduce the transmission of COVID-19 by focusing on eliminating the virus present in the nose, rather than just preventing severe disease.
Biblical Seeds, World’s Oldest Cheese, And A Fish With Tongues For Legs
Q: What was the method of discovery for the ancient tree seed?
The seed was found in a Judean cave and radiocarbon dated to be over a thousand years old.

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This podcast offers a captivating summary of current scientific developments, covering a wide array of topics, from groundbreaking discoveries in paleontology and genetics to discussions on environmental issues and astronomical phenomena. Each episode presents a variety of intriguing stories, including observations of unique animal behaviors, advancements in medical treatments, and historical insights into ancient species. The engaging banter between hosts Eleanor Higgs and Rachael Funnell enhances the listening experience as they break down complex scientific concepts into accessible discussions. The incorporation of expert guests adds depth and insight, making it particularly noteworthy for listeners seeking an informative yet entertainin... more

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