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Surprisingly Brilliant

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A science history podcast uncovering the little-known stories and less-talked-about people behind well-known science & tech. Written & Hosted by Maren Hunsberger & Greg Foot for Seeker

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes33Founded5 years ago
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Time travel? Aliens? Seeing the invisible? This special episode’s tale from science history has them all as Maren takes Greg down the long and winding road science took to understand what is perhaps the most perplexing object in the universe: the bla... more

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One bean has changed the world in unexpected ways, and the man behind it was even more extraordinary. This is the story of a man whose genius shone against all odds, how his discoveries shaped much of our modern world, and the science that he could h... more

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 578 ratings
  • Excellent program!

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    WillTheKnight
    2 years ago
  • Incredible!!

    This is my all time fave podcast. So entertaining and educational. Excellent banter between the two hosts, so fun to listen to and I gained so much knowledge. Super cool facts that you would never have heard elsewhere!! Bring it back! We need some more!! ❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    amcrocker
    Canada3 years ago
  • Absolutely Brilliant

    I can’t brag enough how much I love listening to to this podcast! I HAD to share with my family and friends. I love learning about all the important people that contributed to all the different stuff they cover. I am addicted!

    Audible
    5
    Brian Moore
    United States3 years ago
  • Very interesting

    This podcast is so underrated

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rucatj
    Ireland3 years ago
  • Brilliantly interesting

    Consistently interesting podcast where I never fail to learn loads. Even where I have some knowledge about the topic and people I gently absorb new information that is expertly relayed by Greg and Maren. Well done both of you!

    Apple Podcasts
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