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Mysteries of Science

Fun Kids
Dark Matter
Thylacine
Antikythera Mechanism
Octopuses
Timekeeping
Ufos
Area 51
The Week Junior
Teleportation
Ancient Greece
Big Bang Theory
Dinosaurs
Ötzi the Iceman
Indiana Jones
Birds
Quantum Teleportation
Wormholes
Glacial Archaeology
Astronomy
Big Ben

The team behind The Week Junior's Science+Nature magazine investigate unexplained phenomenon with the help of expert guests.

PublishesMonthlyEpisodes97Founded5 years ago
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Dan and Michael don their detective hats and head into the Nevada desert to investigate one of the biggest mysteries on Earth: Area 51.

Some say it’s just a top-secret US military base for testing new aircraft. Others believe it’s the hiding place ... more

Hosts Dan and Michael investigate the curious lives of octopuses: a creature with three hearts, colour-changing skin, and arms that almost think for themselves... Why are octopuses such masters of disguise? Just how smart are they? And what secrets l... more

Over the past few decades, our ideas about what dinosaurs looked like have changed. Dinos were once thought of as scaly creatures, closely related to reptiles. Now, they are thought to have come in a beautiful array of colours, some with flashy feath... more

Clever machines have appeared in countless films and are making headlines all the time, but what exactly does it mean? How does it actually work? And could computers ever become so intelligent that they end up doing everything for us?

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Recent Guests

Evie Swyer
A young campaigner advocating for Mary Anning's recognition
Episode: Flashy dinos
Ciaran Muskelly
Self-taught paleontologist and educator based in Atlanta, Georgia
Episode: Flashy dinos
Professor Ben Garrett
An evolutionary biologist with a focus on dinosaurs and prehistoric life
Episode: Flashy dinos
Mike Benton
Professor of paleontology at the University of Bristol
Episode: Flashy dinos
Dr. Beth Singler
An anthropologist who studies artificial intelligence
Homerton College, University of Cambridge
Episode: Smart machines and artificial intelligence
Matteo Loglio
An interaction designer focusing on technology products
Episode: Smart machines and artificial intelligence
Dr. Maggie Adairan-Pocock
Space scientist and science communicator
Episode: Black holes
Professor Amelie
Professor of astrophysics at University College London
University College London
Episode: Black holes
Fabio Picucci
Black holes expert from Harvard University
Harvard University
Episode: Black holes

Hosts

Dan
Editor of The Week Junior Science Nature.
Michael
Acting deputy editor of Science and Nature.
Stevie
Deputy Editor of Science and Nature.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • I listen to TWJS so this could be good IDK

    This seems good i listening to it rt now its good so i am gonna give a 5

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    🤲 67!
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • SO GOOD

    This podcast is SO GOOD I would recommend it to anyone however please may you do more episodes on mysterious creatures like Bigfoot

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PODCASTguy14
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • I love it

    It it my fav podcast ever but I really want more episodes about monsters and wild creatures

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bunny dex
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • WHAT THE HELL

    Bit creepy but plz do a episode on the number seven phantom bus

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    marshmallow2016 march
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Great👍

    This podcast is great would recommend it for many people perfect for falling asleep to

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The goat12345&@76753
    United Kingdom4 months ago

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Overall feedback expresses a desire for more episodes covering a variety of science-related mysteries.
Many find the podcast beneficial for sparking curiosity and imagination in children.
Listeners appreciate the engaging topics presented with a fun and educational twist.

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Talking Points

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Flashy dinos
Q: What is the significance of Mary Anning in paleontology?
Mary Anning's work laid the foundation for significant discoveries in paleontology despite her contributions being undervalued historically.
Flashy dinos
Q: How can we deduce dinosaur colors from fossils?
By examining fossilized feathers and comparing them to the feathers of modern birds to identify pigments.
Flashy dinos
Q: How do scientists know what dinosaurs looked like?
Scientists study fossils and use modern animals as analogs to understand the anatomy and behavior of dinosaurs.
Smart machines and artificial intelligence
Q: What might be the societal impacts if AI were to become self-aware?
It could lead to immense societal shifts and raise questions about our role in the universe and our treatment of less intelligent beings.
Smart machines and artificial intelligence
Q: What do you think, Beth, is AI capable of achieving consciousness?
This is a long-standing question with no clear answers yet, as consciousness is difficult to prove in artificial intelligence.

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This podcast focuses on unraveling various mysterious phenomena from the fields of science and nature. Through engaging discussions with expert guests, the episodes dive into topics such as the intelligence of octopuses, the behavior of dinosaurs, and the allure of black holes, all while fostering curiosity in younger audiences. With intriguing narratives that often include humor and educational perspectives, it serves as both an informative resource and a source of entertainment for its listeners. Unique elements include its emphasis on youth-friendly discussions that demystify complex scientific subjects, promoting a love for learning among children.

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1. The Week Junior Show
2. Fun Kids Science Weekly
3. Tumble Science Podcast for Kids
4. Brains On! Science podcast for kids
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Mysteries of Science launched 5 years ago and published 97 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Mysteries of Science include:

1. Evie Swyer
2. Ciaran Muskelly
3. Professor Ben Garrett
4. Mike Benton
5. Dr. Beth Singler
6. Matteo Loglio
7. Dr. Maggie Adairan-Pocock
8. Professor Amelie

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