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Climate Change
Personalized Medicine
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Renewable Energy
Declining Birth Rates
Multiverse
India Elections
Aliens
Dyson Spheres
Heart Attacks
Promethium
Black Holes
Bumblebee Culture
Anthropocene
Woolly Mammoth
Orcas
Sagittarius A*
Liver Transplants
Liver Disease
Coral Bleaching

A news podcast for the instatiably curious by the world's most popular weekly science magazine. Everything from the latest science and technology news to the big-picture questions about life, the universe and what it means to be human. For more visit newscientist.com/podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 299

In a climate justice special episode of the podcast, the biggest issue of the century is up for discussion. Find out the true impact of climate change on our planet and who should be paying to fix the crisis.

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Episode 298

Big news has just broken - astronomers claim they’ve detected the strongest evidence for alien life yet. The news has got the world’s media fired up with excitement - but is this really a “revolutionary moment”?

Astronomers studying the... more

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Episode 297

The “de-extinction company” Colossal Biosciences claims to have brought dire wolves back from extinction. This is an ancient animal that roamed Earth 10,000 years ago and famously is depicted in Game of Thrones. After gene editing grey w... more

Episode 296

There’s a strange phenomenon in the plant world that we’ve known about for ages - but have only just figured out how to make use of it. Thanks to a process that sometimes happens during plant grafting, we can give plants skin transplants... more

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Recent Guests

Friederike Otto
Climate scientist, co-founder of the World Weather Attribution Project
Imperial College London
Episode: Why the climate crisis is an issue of injustice and inequality
Joyce Kimutai
Climate scientist with experience in attribution science, based in Kenya
Imperial College London
Episode: Why the climate crisis is an issue of injustice and inequality
Nikku Madhusudhan
Astronomer at the University of Cambridge who led the work on detecting DMS
University of Cambridge
Episode: Have we really just found the strongest evidence for alien life yet?
Laura Kreidberg
Managing Director of the Max Planck Institute for Astronomy
Max Planck Institute for Astronomy
Episode: Have we really just found the strongest evidence for alien life yet?
Jacob Aron
News editor at New Scientist
New Scientist
Episode: Life on Mars; biggest dark energy discovery in decades; the mystery of dark oxygen
Janice Bishop
Planetary Scientist at SETI Institute
SETI Institute
Episode: Life on Mars; biggest dark energy discovery in decades; the mystery of dark oxygen
Sophie Berdugo
Recently finished a PhD on chimp behavior.
Episode: Chimps, bonobos and humans have more in common than you might think
Jake Brooker
Lead author of the study on sexual behavior in chimps and bonobos.
Durham University
Episode: Chimps, bonobos and humans have more in common than you might think
Katarina Almeida-Warren
Primatologist from the University of Oxford.
University of Oxford
Episode: Chimps, bonobos and humans have more in common than you might think

Hosts

Penny Sarchet
Co-host specializing in science journalism and communication, engaged in the exploration of contemporary scientific phenomena.
Rowan Hooper
Co-host with a focus on scientific discovery and current events in science, providing engaging discussions on a wide array of topics.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 72 ratings
  • Excelling in brilliance

    I can’t believe that this is the only review for this show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Firstreviewee
    Canadaa year ago
  • I love the magazine, and this brings much of it's content to your ears. Excellent

    Podcast Addict
    5
    obbbject...
    4 years ago
  • Bad

    Podcast Addict
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    Alex
    4 years ago
  • Excellent. Bite-sized science for your ears. If you like the magazine, you will like this podcast.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    CavyNomes
    4 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the variety of subjects tackled, highlighting the engaging presentation by the hosts as a significant factor for their enjoyment.
Intellectually stimulating and insightful, this podcast garners high praise for its depth of coverage on scientific topics that captivate curiosity.

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#28
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Apple Podcasts
#53
United Kingdom/Science
Apple Podcasts
#135
India/Science
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#181
Ireland/Science
Apple Podcasts
#203
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#206
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Does Google’s new quantum computer prove the multiverse exists?; 8 ways to keep your brain young
Q: What lifestyle changes can help maintain brain health?
Engaging in regular exercise, eating a healthy diet, and ensuring adequate sleep can contribute to keeping the brain young.
Does Google’s new quantum computer prove the multiverse exists?; 8 ways to keep your brain young
Q: How are the proteins related to brain aging identified?
Researchers identified 13 blood proteins that correlate with the age of the brain, indicating potential biomarkers for brain health.
Does Google’s new quantum computer prove the multiverse exists?; 8 ways to keep your brain young
Q: What is quantum supremacy?
Quantum supremacy refers to the point at which a quantum computer outperforms classical computers at specific tasks, achieved by Google's Willow chip.
Antarctica special, brain implant made from living cells, best TV and film of 2024
Q: How does the new brain implant differ from traditional methods?
The new brain implant uses soft, living neurons instead of metal electrodes to create more natural connections with the host brain.
Antarctica special, brain implant made from living cells, best TV and film of 2024
Q: What does the conference in Antarctica aim to address regarding climate change?
The conference focused on the drastic changes in Antarctic sea ice and their implications for global climate and ecological systems.

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Frequently Asked Questions About New Scientist Weekly

What is New Scientist Weekly about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast presents a vibrant exploration of recent scientific discoveries and technological innovations, making complex topics accessible to a wide audience. Episodes cover a diverse array of subjects, from space exploration and potential extraterrestrial life on Mars, to the intricate relationships between humans and primates, such as chimpanzees and bonobos. Discussions frequently touch upon critical issues like climate change, advancements in biotechnology, and the ethical implications surrounding new scientific developments. Given its engaging format and thought-provoking content, the show likely appeals to those with a keen interest in both science and its intersections with society, offering listeners valuable insights into the wor... more

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