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Science unscripted

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The science stories that will actually change your day — and maybe make you laugh. Science unscripted is a podcast, radio show & YouTube channel driven by listeners. Hello from Germany :)

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On the day you were born, you already had the framework of your own personal morality inside you. And we know that because of a study on young children who were asked to do something really bad — because God 'told them to.'

Music can be really bad for you if it's forced on you (at work). Also, which people believe false headlines — and a study to help you spot a liar.

A “climate of fear” has taken hold as US researchers face budget cuts, mass layoffs and free-speech restrictions. Are they actually leaving, though? DW reached out to Germany’s “four pillars” of science to find out.

A DW investigative report, together with Der Spiegel, looks into troubling allegations of workplace misconduct at Germany's Max Planck Society. Also, come celebrate as we mark 5 years of Science unscripted.

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Isabel Thielmann
Research group leader in the Department of Criminology focusing on human personality and behaviors
Max Planck Institute for the Study of Crime, Security, and Law
Episode: Are you a liar?
Ipsit Bahia
Chief of geriatric psychiatry at McLean Hospital and affiliated with Harvard Medical School
McLean Hospital
Episode: What causes a scientist to actually pack up and leave?
Esther Felden
Member of DW's investigative research team
DW
Episode: A case of bullying
Lewis Sanders-Lefour
Investigative journalist
DW
Episode: A case of bullying
Shalom Levitt
Associate Professor at Brigham Young University who studies relationships and loneliness
Brigham Young University
Episode: Borders & break-ups
Mary Helen Imordino-Yang
Professor of education, psychology, and neuroscience at the University of Southern California
University of Southern California
Episode: Why don't I like my audiobook?
Hervik Baier
Director at the Max Planck Institute for Biological Intelligence, specializing in neuroscience and philosophical questions about free will
Max Planck Institute for Biological Intelligence
Episode: Why's that fish looking at me?
Emily Godwin
PhD student researching the communication of conspiracy theories online
University of Bath
Episode: What exactly is 'the ick'?
Henrik Alexander Schubert
Demographer at the Max Planck Institute for Demographic Research and a sociology graduate from the University of Oxford.
Max Planck Institute for Demographic Research
Episode: Eggs, AI & how to get people to have babies

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Connor
Co-host and primary host, known for his engaging style and ability to explain complex science clearly and compellingly.
Gabe
Co-host, works alongside Connor to present humorous and insightful discussions in the science domain.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 188 ratings
  • Awesome podcast

    I make it habit of trying to catch this podcast on CBC Radio early Sunday mornings. Very insightful yet not overwhelming with what’s happening in the world now. A must listen…

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TiminAB
    Canada2 months ago
  • Hello

    Hello

    I am listening from west coast Vancouver Island.

    I used to listen late at night on CBC when I was not sleeping, then I retired (and sleep better) and found you as a pod cast. Love your podcast, very interesting. I love your comments, snorts, outrage and laughter. It makes me feel like we’re all talking together.

    Don’t change ! Your personal insights are interesting and helpful.

    Best Paulette

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Paulettewestcoast
    Canadaa year ago
  • Review for Science Unscripted

    Latest Science News + Improv = so Interesting

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Carol G. In Canada
    Canada2 years ago
  • Love to listen it !

    Interesting topics !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chinh.havane
    Spain2 years ago
  • Project Hail Mary is damn good, just like this podcast...

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Deutschexpat
    2 years ago

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What causes a scientist to actually pack up and leave?
Q: What are three things I should look for to figure out whether or not he really is at risk?
The interviewer asked about warning signs for risk of suicide and what people can do to help older adults.
What causes a scientist to actually pack up and leave?
Q: What did you find out in that work on the elderly and suicide?
Ipsit Bahia discussed how resources for suicide prevention are not easily accessible to older adults, indicating a gap in support for this demographic.
Are you a liar?
Q: And why do you think most people choose to lie?
There are various reasons, including wanting to avoid discomfort or maintain a positive self-image.
Are you a liar?
Q: Why investigate lying?
The researcher finds the behavior intriguing and seeks to understand the individual differences in honesty and lying.
Are you a liar?
Q: What cues could you observe that one person at the table is probably not trustworthy?
Past observations of lying in similar situations increase the likelihood that an individual will lie again.

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