
Explore a new area of science every month from the world's sharpest minds. 'From the Theatre' episodes every second Wednesday of the month, bringing you talks from the Ri's world-renowned Theatre. Ri Science Podcast original episodes every last Wednesday of the month, lifting the lid on the science all around us.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 103 | Founded | 9 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Science | |||

This December, space scientist and renowned science communicator Dame Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock will be presenting the CHRISTMAS LECTURES in their 200th year titled ‘Is there life beyond earth?’.
Maggie joins us on the podcast this month to explore t... more
In this month's 'From the Theatre' episode, we visited New Scientist Live at the Excel to explore what scientists are most excited about for 2026. From insects performing amputations to the latest developments at the Large Hadron Collider, discover w... more
Mechanical engineer and broadcaster Shini Somara joins us this month to uncover some of the fascinating and often under-appreciated innovations in the world of engineering, ahead of her double bill of talks at the Ri on Saturday 1 November.
Shini d... more
In this month's From the Theatre episode, we revisit past Christmas Lecturer Hannah Fry's talk on the power of algorithms to continue celebrating our Discover200 campaign.
Hannah Fry takes us on a tour of the good, the bad and the downright ugly of t... more
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Please post all your lectures!!
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Content centers around various scientific topics and issues, featuring expert insights from a variety of fields such as neuroscience, bioinformatics, space science, and sustainable materials. Notable episodes have explored the effects of climate change on cognitive function, the complexities of the microbiome in health, and barriers women face in science, focusing on inclusion as well. These diverse discussions not only present cutting-edge science but also explore historical contexts and cultural perspectives, making for rich, educational narratives. The format typically includes expert interviews, allowing listeners to engage with complex topics that have relevance in everyday life and society.
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Recent guests on Ri Science Podcast include:
1. Dr. Yasmina Midar
2. Professor John Butterworth
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