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Short Wave

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New discoveries, everyday mysteries, and the science behind the headlines — in just under 15 minutes. It's science for everyone, using a lot of creativity and a little humor. Join hosts Emily Kwong and Regina Barber for science on a different wavelength.If you're hooked, try Short Wave Plus. Your subscription supports the show and unlocks a sponsor-free feed. Learn more at plus.npr.org/shortwave

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500 million years ago, the world was a very different place. During this period of time, known as the Cambrian period, basically all life was in the water. The ocean was brimming with animals that looked pretty different from the ones we recognize to... more

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We've all been there: You sit down for one episode of a reality TV show, and six hours later you're sitting guiltily on the couch, blinking the screen-induced crust off your eyeballs. more

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Wednesday the Environmental Protection Agency announced new drinking water standards to limit people's exposure to some PFAS chemicals. For decades, PFAS have been used to waterproof and stain-proof a variety of consumer products. These "forever chem... more

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It's National Siblings Day! To mark the occasion, guest host Selena Simmons-Duffin is exploring a detail very personal to her: How the number of older brothers a person has can influence their sexuality. Scientific research on sexuality has a dark hi... more

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 6.2k ratings
  • Pathetic

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    Langton
    a month ago
  • Unethical

    Could’ve been ok however Eve Herold spoken like a real ableist which completely threw me off this podcast.

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    2
    Poshum
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • No thanks, you racists.

    I am really disappointed by these women being sexist and racist against men and whites. Also, the content stinks.

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    1
    Smooth d tickle
    United States2 months ago
  • Response to a reviewer

    When was their ever easiest and sexiest comments I’ve been listening for several years now and have not heard one. Great podcast! Don’t listen to the negative reviews!

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    United States3 months ago
  • Timely divisive refreshes

    I find it interesting you chose to renew an episode from March of 2022 today about - who would be affected most by overturning Roe - I am a democrat, but y’all be stirring up controversial topics at opportunistic times.

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    Nickifiable
    United States3 months ago

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