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The Naked Scientists Podcast

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The Naked Scientists flagship science show brings you a lighthearted look at the latest scientific breakthroughs, interviews with the world's top scientists, answers to your science questions and science experiments to try at home.

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Coming up, most of Europe smashes June temperature records. But what is the 'heat dome' that's driving this extreme weather? Plus, why HPV vaccine rates are declining despite a huge reduction in cervical cancer deaths; Sonia Shah on her book The Feve... more

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Coming up, we explore the life and times of our ancient ancestors, and what they can teach us. In this episode, Lee Berger tells us about the Homo Naledi species that ritualistically buried their dead; George Nash on remarkable cave paintings in Sout... more

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Coming up, the UK follows Australia's lead in introducing age-related restrictions on social media. But do they work? Plus, how biologists are fighting infection from inside cells; researchers trace the origins of cotton to Mexico; and Elon Musk beco... more

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Coming up, we explore the summer solstice and its enduring connection with Stonehenge. Larissa Palethorpe at the University of Bristol explains the astronomical significance of the summer solstice; Jennifer Wexler at English Heritage on the origins o... more

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Recent Guests

Stephen Pettit
Consultant cardiologist, Royal Papworth Hospital
Royal Papworth Hospital
Episode: Christian Eriksen's heart device, and air leaks on the ISS
Martin Vickelsky
Researcher on magnetoreception in birds
Max Planck Institute / University of Bonn
Episode: Christian Eriksen's heart device, and air leaks on the ISS
Christian Kurtz
Researcher on magnetic cells and bird navigation
University of Bonn / Institute cooperation
Episode: Christian Eriksen's heart device, and air leaks on the ISS
Gillian Cook
Senior lecturer in Sport and Performance Psychology at Liverpool John Moores University; sports psychologist for Olympic/Commonwealth teams
Liverpool John Moores University
Episode: Fever pitch: the science of the Football World Cup
Hugh Hunt
Professor of Engineering at the University of Cambridge
University of Cambridge
Episode: Fever pitch: the science of the Football World Cup
Alex Grantham
Former Oxford City goalkeeper
Former professional footballer
Episode: Fever pitch: the science of the Football World Cup
Jan Wendt
CEO of Player PL AI ER, AI-powered scouting platform
Player PL AI ER
Episode: Fever pitch: the science of the Football World Cup
Raoul Miller
Dr. Raoul Miller, ran the clinical trials at UCLH
University College London Hospitals
Episode: Ovarian cancer wonder drug, and the birth of black holes
Ignas Georgbalis
Astrophysicist commenting on early-universe black holes
University/Research groups connected to Webb-era observations
Episode: Ovarian cancer wonder drug, and the birth of black holes

Host

Chris Smith
Host of The Naked Scientists Podcast

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.8k ratings
  • Always interesting topics well explained and a bad wordplay joke here and there, which I love 😁

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Greeny
    a month ago
  • Great podcast

    I’ve been a listener for years. There’s so many episodes to choose from now.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    James99999
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Superb science podcast

    Give it a try, you won’t be disappointed.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    I wandered lonely as a clown
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Not to be missed

    The Naked Scientists podcast is the best science show on offer. Up to date, insightful and always entertaining. I never miss an episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gcone
    Australia8 months ago
  • The best science podcast

    Love this podcast. These wonderful people have kept me sane, informed, and curious for about 10 years now. Solid research, human decency, dry humour. Even hope and courage on occasion.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LisaPhillips2.0
    Japan9 months ago

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Listeners praise the show's breadth of topics and ability to make complex science accessible.
Sense of reliability and up-to-date science reporting, with occasional fatigue around ongoing covid topics.
Fans note high-quality guests and strong host questioning.

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Ovarian cancer wonder drug, and the birth of black holes
Q: How have you gone about tackling platinum-resistant ovarian cancer with this new approach?
We target cancer cells that express high folate receptor levels with antibody-drug conjugates that deliver chemotherapy directly to those cells, increasing cancer cell death while reducing systemic side effects, and early data show a clearer tumor shrinkage and improved survival compared with standard chemotherapy.
Fever pitch: the science of the Football World Cup
Q: What role does crowd psychology play in performance?
Crowds can energize players through emotional contagion, increasing motivation and effort, but hostile crowds can also boost performance through reverse psychology or lead to overarousal and choking, depending on the individual and moment.
Fever pitch: the science of the Football World Cup
Q: Can AI reliably predict transfers or squad success?
The guests claim very high accuracy in some predictions (about 90% for transfers in their model) and being able to estimate season outcomes within a small margin, though they acknowledge uncertainty and context-dependence in cup vs league formats.
Fever pitch: the science of the Football World Cup
Q: How does spin affect the ball's flight compared to a non-spinning kick?
Spin changes how air moves around the ball; with spin, the Magnus effect bends the trajectory, while without spin the ball tends to go straighter but still curves due to gravity and air resistance.
Should we be concerned about Ebola?
Q: Why are vaccines mostly targeted at the Zaire strain, and what does that mean for current outbreaks?
Most vaccines were developed against the Zaire strain because it caused large, early outbreaks; for current outbreaks caused by other species, vaccines may offer partial protection or require strain-specific updates, underscoring the need for adaptable vaccination strategies.

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A broad science show that covers a mix of virology, public health, space science, astronomy, ecology, and environmental topics, often anchored by expert guests who translate complex research for a general audience. Episodes frequently feature detailed breakdowns of outbreaks, disease biology, and public health responses, alongside space exploration, climate, and technological breakthroughs. The tone tends toward accessible, evidence-based science with practical takeaways, while also exploring policy, ethics, and the societal implications of new discoveries. A notable strength is the willingness to bring in diverse specialists—from clinicians and epidemiologists to astronomers and conservation scientists—to connect cutting-edge science to ev... more

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2. Martin Vickelsky
3. Christian Kurtz
4. Gillian Cook
5. Hugh Hunt
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7. Jan Wendt
8. Raoul Miller

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