
Dr Karl's a curious optimist. Join him as he explores the latest developments in science with leading researchers and communicators. And remember, it's never too late for a happy childhood. Series Producer: Isabelle Benton Technical Producer: Maya Cook Contact: shirtloadspodcast@gmail.com
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 473 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | PhysicsEarth SciencesScience | |||

Motor journalist Toby Hagon returns to Shirtloads of Science for round two on electric vehicles. Toby shares how he got into motoring journalism and what the job really involves. We break down 400V vs 800V batteries, charge cycles, and the reality of... more
Motor journalist Toby Hagon joins Shirtloads of Science to talk all things electric vehicles. We break down the often-confused difference between kilowatts and kilowatt-hours, compare EVs against petrol cars on performance, energy use, and cost, and ... more
Associate Professor Anai Gonzalez-Cordero joins us on Shirtloads to explore the remarkable world of stem cells and how they can develop into almost any cell in the human body! She explains how her team is using stem cell technology to better understa... more
What if evolution isn't just about the survival of the fittest? Rowan Hooper, senior editor at New Scientist, joins Shirtloads to discuss his new book Togetherness - a challenge to the idea that nature is defined purely by competition. From the fig a... more
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One of the only podcasts I ever listen to, and for good reason! Carl has all the Lo pics down pat and explains them in very easy-to-understand ways. Would definitely recommend to anyone
I love the STEM podcasts the most. But something here for everybody.
If the audio level could be boosted about 20 dB, we hearing-impaired might learn a lot from this material.
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The show surveys a broad range of scientific frontiers, from cellular biology and translational medicine to ecology, astronomy, physics, and climate science. Episodes commonly feature expert researchers breaking down complex ideas—retinal organoids and gene therapy, symbiosis and evolution, cancer immunotherapy, animal behavior, seaweed as a climate solution, weight-management science, AI in research, deep-time geology, dark matter detection, and the health implications of everyday choices like coffee and honey. Across conversations, the host balances rigorous science with accessible explanations and practical takeaways, often highlighting real-world impacts, policy context, and the human stories behind scientific progress. A standout aspec... more
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