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Whether you’re curious about getting healthy, the Big Bang or the science of cooking, find out everything you need to know with Instant Genius. The team behind BBC Science Focus Magazine talk to world-leading experts to bring you a bite-sized masterclass on a new subject each week. New episodes are released every Monday and Friday and you can subscribe to Instant Genius on Apple Podcasts to access... more

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There’s an entire cosmos hidden from our human eyes. The only way to see it is by looking at the Universe with a radio. We talk to Dr Emma Chapman about how she uses radio telescopes to reveal the cosmic mysteries of the Universe.

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How can we tell if someone we’re speaking to is being economical with the truth? Oftentimes, we’re told that the primary telltale signs lie in the use of body language – maybe someone is avoiding eye contact, touching their face a lot, or fidgeting a... more

Chances are that if any of us are looking to drop a bit of excess weight, the first thing we’ll attempt is to cut down the number of calories we’re consuming. For decades, we’ve been told that balancing the number of calories we put into to our bodie... more

Around the world, more than 50 million people are living with some form of dementia – a number expected to triple by 2050 as populations age. But the thing is, dementia is often talked about as a kind of genetic lottery. You either get lucky and esca... more

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Recent Guests

Emma Chapman
Astrophysicist, University of Nottingham
University of Nottingham
Episode: How we look at the Universe with a radio
Kirsty King
Lecturer in Communication at University College London; author of The Language of Lies, How to Uncover the Liar in Your Life
University College London
Episode: The best ways to spot a liar
Dr. Jason Fung
Physician and bestselling author
The Hunger Code author, Toronto-based physician
Episode: Why understanding what makes us hungry is key to weight loss
Dr. Joanna Cheek
Psychiatrist, psychotherapist, and clinical professor at the University of British Columbia's Faculty of Medicine
University of British Columbia
Episode: Why connecting with others is vital for our mental health
Javier Gonzalez
Professor of Nutrition and Metabolism
University of Bath
Episode: How metabolism really affects your health, weight and wellbeing
Dr. Fay Bound-Alberti
The founder of the Centre for Technology and the Body at King's College London
King's College London
Episode: What faces reveal about us and the societies we live in
Dagomar Degroot
Environmental historian, Georgetown University
Georgetown University
Episode: How our planet connects to the Solar System around it
Adrian Woolfson
A researcher specializing in synthetic genome design and author of 'On the Future of Species.'
Episode: How AI could help us create life from scratch
Dr. Justin Garcia
Evolutionary biologist and sex researcher based at the Kinsey Institute
Kinsey Institute
Episode: What happens in our brains and bodies when we fall in love

Host

Jason Goodger
Commissioning Editor specializing in science communication and educational content, focusing on engaging audiences with scientific topics.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 777 ratings
  • Lots of talks with authors

    Mostly interesting and gives me a lot of interesting book recommendations however the episodes with a female host is terrible and a nightmare to listen to. Too loud, too chaotic, makes me think of a party girl rather than a professional.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Poshum
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Always interesting

    The episodes are always interesting

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    XXVI
    United States2 years ago
  • Always fascinating,interesting and creative

    I’ve just finished listening to a professor talk about snakes. It was so fascinating to listen to him talk about what snakes do for the environment and how different species are much-needed in nature.

    I’ve been listening to this podcast since it has begun and I find it wonderful to be able to learn something new and it’s a little bit more than a bite size is a reasonable size.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lucyhedgehog
    Canada3 years ago
  • Absolutely dreadful audio quality and as for that intro with that loud music over a weak voice!!

    Come on guys, really? I was looking forward to this podcast but after struggling through about ten or so that's it for me. The producers don't care about sound quality and if they actually bother to listen back to the result then they are either drunk or have perfect hearing.

    Deleting

    Podcast Addict
    RKF
    3 years ago
  • Absolutely dreadful audio quality and as for that intro with that loud music over a weak voice!!

    Come on guys, really? I was looking forward to this podcast but after struggling through about ten or so that's it for me. The producers don't care about sound quality and if they actually bother to listen back to the result then they are either drunk or have perfect hearing.

    Deleting

    Podcast Addict
    1
    RKF
    3 years ago

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Overall, the content is recognized for its relevance and importance in today's scientific discourse, with many affirming it as a 'must-listen' for the intellectually curious.
Listeners appreciate the engaging, accessible format of the discussions, making complex scientific ideas understandable and relatable.
Many highlight the quality of the expert guests as a significant strength, valuing the insights they provide.
Some express concerns about the presentation style, with feedback indicating a desire for a more directed approach in interviews.

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#38
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Spotify
#20
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#45
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Apple Podcasts
#63
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#20
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#135
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How metabolism really affects your health, weight and wellbeing
Q: What effect does stress have on this?
Stress impacts metabolism by releasing fats from fat tissue, which can lead to negative health outcomes if not used for energy.
How metabolism really affects your health, weight and wellbeing
Q: Is there any truth in that?
Some people's metabolisms can be lower as they get older, largely due to muscle loss, but it can be overstated.
Why connecting with others is vital for our mental health
Q: Can you talk us through some techniques that can help re-address balance?
There isn't a one-size-fits-all solution; various treatments and an individualized approach are crucial, focusing on balancing rewards and threats.
Why connecting with others is vital for our mental health
Q: What are some of these common mental health issues that so many of us are facing?
The most common would be anxiety and depressive disorders, reflecting a variety of stressors and adaptations in our bodies.
What happens in our brains and bodies when we fall in love
Q: What are some common challenges dating people face today?
There's a disconnect between made preferences and made choices, and the overwhelming number of options complicates partner selection.

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This podcast focuses on scientific topics and various fields of knowledge, offering listeners a compact, engaging exploration of different subjects ranging from health and technology to the intricacies of cooking and cosmology. Each episode features conversations with leading experts who share their insights and expertise, effectively transforming complex ideas into accessible, bite-sized content. The format allows for a deeper understanding of a wide array of subjects, making it perfect for curious minds looking to expand their knowledge without the commitment of longer, in-depth programs.

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Instant Genius launched 8 years ago and published 690 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 Instant Genius include:

1. Emma Chapman
2. Kirsty King
3. Dr. Jason Fung
4. Dr. Joanna Cheek
5. Javier Gonzalez
6. Dr. Fay Bound-Alberti
7. Dagomar Degroot
8. Adrian Woolfson

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