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| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 465 | Founded | 20 years ago |
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As global leaders and environmental activists descend on Brazil for next week’s Cop30 climate summit, Madeleine Finlay speaks to the Guardian’s global environment editor, Jon Watts, who recently sat down for an exclusive interview with the UN secreta... more
Science correspondent Nicola Davis investigates the strange story of Tam O’Braan and his attempts to grow tea in Scotland. In episode three, all of Tam’s lies come to a head and Stuart uncovers exactly where Tam was sourcing tea to supply to hotels a... more
Science correspondent Nicola Davis investigates the strange story of Tam O’Braan and his attempts to grow tea in Scotland. In episode two, Nicola hears how Tam’s network of Scottish tea growers began to have suspicions about exactly what he was selli... more
Science correspondent Nicola Davis investigates the strange story of Tam O’Braan and his attempts to grow tea in Scotland. In episode one, Nicola looks back on her first meeting with Tam while working on a feature about tea plantations in the UK. He ... more
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The episodes feature discussions on a range of topical issues at the intersection of science, politics, and societal challenges. Recent features have included deep dives into subjects such as political violence in the U.S., implications of population decline, and the science of aging and mental health. Noteworthy discussions also revolve around environmental concerns, including plastic pollution and climate change impacts. The inclusion of expert guests from various fields enriches the content, providing nuanced perspectives on pressing scientific inquiries and their societal ramifications. This podcast offers a blend of accessibility and depth, likely appealing to listeners who are both scientifically inclined and interested in contemporar... more
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