
Twice a week, the Guardian brings you the latest science and environment news
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 465 | Founded | 20 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Science | |||

After bitter arguments, threatened walkouts and heated all-night negotiations, delegates eventually reached a deal this weekend at the Cop30 climate summit in Brazil. To unpick what was achieved and what was left out, Madeleine Finlay hears from the ... more
As the Cop30 climate talks continue in Brazil, Madeleine Finlay hears about a landscape at the opposite end of the planet facing the direct impacts of the climate crisis. The Guardian reporter Leyland Cecco recounts a recent trip to Qikiqtaruk (also ... more
This year’s flu season has begun more than a month earlier than usual, with a mutated strain spreading widely among younger people and expected to drive a wave of hospital admissions as it reaches the elderly. Science editor Ian Sample speaks to Made... more
Ian Sample joins Madeleine Finlay to discuss some of the most intriguing science stories from the week. They discuss the complicated legacy of James Watson, who won the Nobel Prize for the discovery of the structure of DNA; a new breakthrough in the ... 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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