Quirks and Quarks
CBCCBC Radio's Quirks and Quarks covers the quirks of the expanding universe to the quarks within a single atom... and everything in between.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 29 | Founded | 20 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ScienceEarth Sciences | |||
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- Great for beginners /and/ experts
The first science radio program/podcast I listened to and after all these years still the best. A great magazine of the newest science news, presented by an interviewer who is both knowledgeable and able to draw out explanations that anyone can understand. Even my young kids love it.
Bob Macdonald is a treasure.
Apple Podcasts5prolepessa
Canada23 days ago - Long time listener
I’ve been listening for years. When the news bums me out, I enlist this podcast as my main source of “cool science news that doesn’t actually bum you out and actually helps promote feelings of excitement for the future”. Also, fun story. It’s podcasts like these that got me interested in science in the first place. I’m now in research, and I think about how impactful science communicators are; the ones that make learning accessible and fun. I hope they continue inspiring young people for years t... more
Apple Podcasts5britt_diane
Germany2 months ago - Bob is great
Bob does a really good job of helping the story along and expanding on some of the more complex material. Interesting topics.
Apple Podcasts5Kevint6221Canada3 months ago - Sciency Fun for Nerds
Long time listener and still can’t get enough!
Apple Podcasts5Speaking Truth to the Internet
United States3 months ago - The GOLD STANDARD for Science Communicators
No one does it better than Bob McDonald! I look forward to each episode and always learn something.
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Apple Podcasts | #4 | United States/Science/Earth Sciences |
Apple Podcasts | #126 | United States/Science |
Apple Podcasts | #106 | Canada/Top Podcasts |
Apple Podcasts | #1 | Canada/Science/Earth Sciences |
Apple Podcasts | #3 | Canada/Science |
Apple Podcasts | #5 |  United Kingdom/Science/Earth Sciences |
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What is Quirks and Quarks about and what kind of topics does it cover?
The show blends accessible explanations of current science with lively conversations that span biology, physics, space, climate, and the history of science. Episodes frequently pair host-led storytelling with expert guests—from university researchers to science journalists—to explore unusual phenomena, big questions about the cosmos, and practical implications for everyday life. Notable strengths include a wide topic range, a talent for making complex ideas relatable, and a track record of featuring archival material and archival science history to provide context. This approach helps listeners feel informed and inspired, whether they're casual science fans or professionals seeking clear, engaging explanations of cutting-edge research and i... more
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Recent guests on Quirks and Quarks include:
1. Dr. Rodney Schmalz
2. Dr. Nick Milono
3. Jenna Shields
4. Dr. Natalia Trejanova
5. Dr. Donald Johanson
6. Sally Aiken
7. Dr. Gustavo Palacios
8. Hannah Griebling
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