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Sing for Science

Talkhouse
Harmful Algal Blooms
Climate Change
Cyanobacteria
Spyro Gyra
Neuroscience
Rhythm Perception
Jazz Fusion
Lake Otsego
Mycorrhizal Networks
Beat Synchronization
Photosynthesis
Jungian Analysis
CERN
Star Trek
Nostalgia
Trees
Forest Ecology
New York
Creativity
Human Consciousness

Sing For Science is a science-and-music podcast where musicians sit down with scientists to explore the scientific ideas hidden in their most iconic songs. Listen to JD from Korn talk about “Dead Bodies Everywhere” with a mortuary-science expert, Sia explore one of her breakup ballads with an attachment-theory psychologist, and many, many more. Created and hosted by New York musician Matt Whyte, t... more

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Recorded live at the Royal Conservatory of Music in Toronto, this episode features world-renowned soprano Renée Fleming and vocal-science researcher Dr. Sean Hutchins in a conversation that plays like part masterclass, part science session. Together ... more

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Recorded live at the Royal Conservatory of Music in Toronto on October 31, 2025, this episode brings together beloved children’s musician and advocate Raffi and University of Toronto psychologist Dr. Jennifer Stellar for a conversation about how musi... more

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Recorded live at Emory IDEAS Fest in Covington, GA on October 18, 2025, this episode brings together Rosanne Cash—four-time Grammy winner, songwriter, and Americana icon—and psychologist Dr. Robyn Fivush for a conversation about how the stories we te... more

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Renée Fleming
Celebrated soprano and founder of Music and Mind
Renée Fleming Foundation
Episode: Renée Fleming: O Mio Babbino Caro (Singing Science with Sean Hutchins)
Dr. Sean Hutchins
Neuroscientist and director of research at the Royal Conservatory of Music
Royal Conservatory of Music
Episode: Renée Fleming: O Mio Babbino Caro (Singing Science with Sean Hutchins)
Dr. Jennifer Stellar
University of Toronto psychologist and altruism researcher
University of Toronto
Episode: Raffi: The More We Get Together (Altruism Science with Jennifer Stellar)
Dr. Robyn Fivush
Leading psychologist at Emory University and expert on autobiographical memory and family storytelling
Emory University
Episode: Rosanne Cash: Will The Circle Be Unbroken (Storytelling Psychology with Robyn Fivush)
Rosanne Cash
American music icon and celebrated singer-songwriter, daughter of Johnny Cash, recognized for her contributions to the Americana genre
Episode: Rosanne Cash: Will The Circle Be Unbroken (Storytelling Psychology with Robyn Fivush)
Yeni Kuti
Daughter of Fela Kuti, activist and musician
Episode: Preview: Fela Kuti: Fear No Man
Ayo Adebri
Actor, writer
Episode: Preview: Fela Kuti: Fear No Man
Brian Eno
Legendary record producer
Episode: Preview: Fela Kuti: Fear No Man
David Byrne
Musician and former frontman of Talking Heads
Episode: Preview: Fela Kuti: Fear No Man

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Matt Whyte
Creator and host, known for his ability to draw out meaningful conversations at the intersection of music and science.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 306 ratings
  • The coolest concept

    This is such a perfect combination for a podcast. Watched a live version at the Columbia Climate School and I am hooked.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Belen0513
    United States2 months ago
  • Amazing!!

    Listened to a live recording at the Climate School. Totally amazing insight, great optimism, thoughtful questions!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tucca 0131
    United States2 months ago
  • enjoy!

    Really fascinating to hear how O Superman and Big Science anticipated the anxieties of the nuclear age, and how those themes still resonate today in disarmament debates. It’s a reminder that art and science together can powerfully shape public understanding of global security.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    某某某密密麻麻密密麻
    United States2 months ago
  • Love this combo

    What a great way to frame pressing issues while also celebrating science through entertainment tactics

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Diddle62
    United States2 months ago
  • Tommy Chong Banger Episode

    First of all, Tommy Chong was a great choice for a guest. Very very funny (…and I liked the topic). I am excited to see future episodes with maybe mark rober, and other guests … potentially young activists/musicians.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sugbofa
    United States2 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the innovative concept of blending music and science, emphasizing the engaging and thoughtful nature of the discussions.
Feedback indicates that episodes often stimulate curiosity and awareness, making complex scientific ideas approachable and entertaining.

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Renée Fleming: O Mio Babbino Caro (Singing Science with Sean Hutchins)
Q: Sean, could you explain the Bernoulli effect?
Sean discusses how pitch is controlled by a combination of air pressure and the tightness of vocal folds, illustrating this with an analogy to a balloon.
Renée Fleming: O Mio Babbino Caro (Singing Science with Sean Hutchins)
Q: Renée, how has your relationship to the voice evolved with the more information that you have?
Renée explains that while teaching methods have remained constant, scientific insights into physiology have become more integrated into her practice.
Rosanne Cash: Will The Circle Be Unbroken (Storytelling Psychology with Robyn Fivush)
Q: Could you talk a little about the experience of the brain surgery?
Cash recounts her journey of navigating a serious health issue and how it impacted her sense of self and songwriting, emphasizing resilience.
Rosanne Cash: Will The Circle Be Unbroken (Storytelling Psychology with Robyn Fivush)
Q: How do you research families telling stories at a dinner table?
It involves descriptive observational work, recording families during dinner conversations to capture storytelling practices.
Rosanne Cash: Will The Circle Be Unbroken (Storytelling Psychology with Robyn Fivush)
Q: What raised the question of who gets to tell your story?
The conversation emphasizes the importance of personal and family narratives, asserting that these stories shape identity and offer resilience.

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A unique blend of music and science, the content brings together musicians and scientists to unpack the underlying concepts in popular songs. With each episode, diverse guests share their personal experiences and insights, exploring profound topics such as mortality, ecological stewardship, fitness, and psychological dynamics through the lenses of their music. The interactions highlight how music can serve as a bridge to complex scientific ideas, making them more accessible to a broader audience. The format encourages thought-provoking discussions that challenge listeners to reconsider their understanding of both art and science, often in entertaining and emotionally engaging ways.

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Sing for Science launched 5 years ago and published 87 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 Sing for Science include:

1. Renée Fleming
2. Dr. Sean Hutchins
3. Dr. Jennifer Stellar
4. Dr. Robyn Fivush
5. Rosanne Cash
6. Yeni Kuti
7. Ayo Adebri
8. Brian Eno

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