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NOVA Presents

GBH
Black Holes
Neuroscience
Deepfakes
Misinformation
Consciousness
Memory
Psychology
Psychedelics
AI Integration
Quantum Mechanics
Perception
Resilience
Generative Adversarial Networks
Social Media
Artificial Intelligence
Gravitational Waves
Cognitive Neuroscience
De-Extinction
General Relativity
Paleobotany

Ever wonder what's really going on in the world of science? We've got you covered. Join us for conversations with the researchers making tomorrow's breakthroughs, deep dives into the universe's biggest mysteries, and clear explanations of the discoveries that matter most. We're talking climate breakthroughs, space mysteries, AI developments, and quantum leaps, all explained by the people doing the... more

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Latest Episodes

Black holes aren’t the cosmic monsters Hollywood makes them out to be. Astrophysicist Janna Levin explains why they’re so hard to detect, why they’re not as destructive as you might assume, and how you could safely orbit much closer than you think.

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Could the universe be governed by a law we haven’t discovered yet? Mineralogist Robert Hazen and astrobiologist Michael Wong propose a new rule—the law of increasing functional information—to explain why complex systems evolve and why complexity keep... more

What happens when the Arctic’s ancient freezer starts to fail? Scientists have uncovered the truth behind giant sinkholes exploding from the frozen ground in Siberia, and a vast lake bubbling with methane in Alaska .They are pointing to a dramatic sh... more

AI isn’t just coming for office jobs—it’s coming for some hands-on blue collar professions, too. AI expert Hany Farid explains which jobs are safe, and which are at risk. 

For more, check out the extended interview with Hany Farid. 

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Recent Guests

Vasily Bagoyevlensky
Geologist involved in crater investigations
Not specified
Episode: Arctic Sinkholes
Taylor Sullivan
Geophysicist studying methane seeps in lakes
University/Institute not specified
Episode: Arctic Sinkholes
Janelle Sharp
Inupiaq researcher with roots in the region
Indigenous community researcher
Episode: Arctic Sinkholes
Tom Douglas
Cryosphere scientist exploring permafrost in tunnels
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Episode: Arctic Sinkholes
Katie Walter Anthony
Ecologist focused on methane release and climate implications
Arctic ecology research
Episode: Arctic Sinkholes
Sue Natali
Arctic ecologist discussing greenhouse gases and methane wildcards
Conservation/Arctic research organizations
Episode: Arctic Sinkholes
Vladimir Romanovsky
Geophysicist studying permafrost and thaw processes
University/Research institutes
Episode: Arctic Sinkholes
Shohini Ghosh
Quantum physicist and computer scientist
Episode: Einstein’s Quantum Riddle
Sean B. Carroll
Evolutionary biologist and author
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Episode: Evolution of New Species, Venom, Wings, and More with Sean B. Carroll

Host

Caitlin Saks
Host of NOVA Remix with a background in presenting scientific journalism.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 292 ratings
  • Best screen detox

    Love to relax and listen to all this science….great podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AM3324
    United States6 months ago
  • Science!

    Love this show! In depth interviews with experts who are excited about their fields are so interesting and fun to listen to! Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    beautifulskye
    United States6 months ago
  • Space!

    Love this podcast!!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
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    United Statesa year ago
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Some listeners dislike background music or strong accents, citing it as a distraction.
Many reviews highlight accessibility and engaging explanations of complex science.
Listeners praise clear storytelling and expert guests across episodes.

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#205
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Apple Podcasts
#198
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#167
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What Species Can We De-Extinct? | Beth Shapiro
Q: When you start thinking of a species to de-extinct, are there certain criteria, like is any extinct species capable of being de-extincted?
The guest suggests that while it might become possible to resurrect some aspects of many species, there are-wide ranging technical, ethical, and ecological hurdles that will vary from one candidate to another, making the path to de-extinction highly complex.
Discovering Dark Energy and the Hubble Tension with Adam Riess
Q: Did you think that the answer to what dark energy is would be known by now?
I don't know that I ever contemplated it at the time, but I do think these upcoming missions have a good chance to tell us what it is.
Discovering Dark Energy and the Hubble Tension with Adam Riess
Q: Did you really appreciate? Were you getting told a lot of no's?
People recognized the importance of this experiment, and there was unusual support for our team during that time.
Discovering Dark Energy and the Hubble Tension with Adam Riess
Q: Did you believe it?
I don't think you ever believe something in the beginning; it takes a long time to build trust in a surprising result.
Evolution of New Species, Venom, Wings, and More with Sean B. Carroll
Q: Could you take embryonic Hakim and stick a needle in me, change instruction, and I now have fangs and venom?
In principle, it's possible with the right knowledge about the genes involved.

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Explores big ideas in science through conversations with researchers leading cutting-edge work, plus big-picture explanations of space, climate, AI, and biology. Listeners often praise clear storytelling, expert guests, and engaging hosts, with episodes that blend historical milestones and current discoveries. The show tends to attract curious, educated adults seeking accessible deep-dives into complex topics, from black holes to climate breakthroughs, with a knack for making science feel conversational and relevant to everyday life.

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2. Taylor Sullivan
3. Janelle Sharp
4. Tom Douglas
5. Katie Walter Anthony
6. Sue Natali
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8. Shohini Ghosh

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