The Science Show - Separate stories podcast

ABC Australia

Climate Change

Australia

Quantum Mechanics

Archaeology

Biodiversity

Science Education

Artificial Intelligence

NASA

Conservation

Microplastics

Great Barrier Reef

CRISPR

Electric Vehicles

Exoplanets

Humpback Whales

Terry Pratchett

Social Media

Education

Concussion

Human Evolution

The Science Show gives Australians unique insights into the latest scientific research and debate, from the physics of cricket to prime ministerial biorhythms.

66 ratings

Publishes	Daily	Episodes	1266	Founded	17 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	Natural SciencesScience

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Latest Episodes

Budget implications for science and research

Belinda Smith reports on how science and research fare following the federal budget brought down this week by treasurer Jim Chalmers.

Today • 1 min

Dark energy – is it running down?

The Kitt Peak National Observatory in Arizona has mapped five million extra galaxies. Could this, finally, solve the dark energy problem?

Today • 8 min

Bird flu moving around Antarctica, Australia threatened

Avian influenza H5N1 is leaving a heavy impact around Antarctica. It is now on Heard Island with fears it will be on Macquarie Island and before too long arrive in Australia.

Today • 7 min

Preparing for the next pandemic

Karen Laurie at CSL Seqirus describes the steps which would lead to vaccine manufacture.

Today • 3 min

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Recent Guests

Stewart Lockie

Professor of Sociology at James Cook University

James Cook University

Episode: Scientific challenges in Australia’s tropical north

Chris Larkins

Head of Operations at CSL Securus

CSL Securus

Episode: Vaccines from mammal cells

Dr Chelsea Huang

Astronomer at the University of Southern Queensland

University of Southern Queensland

Episode: Monster winds on alien worlds

Ian Chubb

Former chief scientist and advisor; chaired Ambitious Australia review panel

Academy of Science (Australia)

Episode: Ambitious Australia

Laurie Menviel

Climate researcher at the University of New South Wales

University of New South Wales

Episode: Lab Notes: What happens if a major ocean current … stops?

Desmond Morris

Zoologist and author of The Naked Ape

Self/University affiliations referenced in episode

Episode: Vale Desmond Morris

Chloe Kwan

Student at St. George Girls High School who read an article for Teachers Guild magazine.

St. George Girls High School

Episode: How to maintain young students’ enthusiasm for science

Petro Papazoglu

Former school principal and education leader mentioned as head of education in early childhood education.

Former school principal

Episode: How to maintain young students’ enthusiasm for science

Professor Gina Ravenscroft

Professor at Harry Perkins Institute in Perth

Harry Perkins Institute

Episode: Research funding in Australia falters

Hosts

Jonathan Webb

Host of various episodes discussing scientific topics, including environmental issues and technological innovations.

Robin Williams

Host and contributor with a focus on in-depth scientific discussions.

Global Roaming Hosts (Various)

Hosts from Global Roaming series discussing cultural and environmental aspects of science.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 66 ratings

Lab Notes
Love the Science Podcast and loving Lab Notes! More eps please!!
Apple Podcasts
5
ENeeri
Australiaa year ago
Enjoying the Science Show
I greatly enjoy listening to The Science Show while I’m exercising. I can understand having it broken into several sections but would enjoy it more if I could listen to it as one unit. It’s annoying with it fragmented and I am climbing some imaginary hill on my exercise bike and there is suddenly a stop and I have to select to next section or it repeats what has already been transmitted.
I will still listen but would appreciate a consolidated option.
Thanks for the program - an appreciative but ... more
Apple Podcasts
5
Rick Canberra
Australia3 years ago
Only 12 reviews - unbelievable
Science show is thorough, in touch, fantastic
Apple Podcasts
5
OzBrian2
Australia9 years ago
Best science show on the planet
The quality of the guests, the presenter, the topics covered just makes this the best science show on the planet. It's been proven, it's statistically significant.
Apple Podcasts
5
CountryCous
Australia9 years ago
Interesting and informative.
This program is interesting and informative and the host is articulate and euridite. An asset to Australian broadcasting.
Apple Podcasts
5
On How
Australia13 years ago

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Overall, the podcast is considered informative and valuable for audiences eager to learn about contemporary scientific issues.

Some listeners express a desire for a more coherent structure in episodes, noting fragmentation as a minor inconvenience.

The quality of storytelling and information presented is frequently highlighted as exemplary.

Listeners appreciate the engaging discussions surrounding scientific topics, often praising the depth of expertise and diversity of guests.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts	#59	Canada/Science/Natural Sciences
Apple Podcasts	#32	Australia/Science/Natural Sciences
Apple Podcasts	#229	Australia/Science
Apple Podcasts	#57	Sweden/Science/Natural Sciences
Apple Podcasts	#90	Russia/Science/Natural Sciences
Apple Podcasts	#100	Japan/Science/Natural Sciences

Talking Points

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Lab Notes: AI data centres are coming to remote Australia

Q: Can you explain what Project Meridian is and why the location in the Kimberley was chosen?

Project Meridian is envisioned as Australia's largest data center, powered largely by renewable energy sources and located on Garajari country in the Kimberley to leverage land and proximity to Southeast Asia, with plans for significant infrastructure like a new submarine fiber link to Singapore.

Vale Desmond Morris

Q: Robyn, did you know Desmond Morris?

Yes, I knew him quite well and he was a significant figure in bringing rigorous study of human behavior to a broader audience.

Mapping - four engrossing stories

Q: My first question, Sarah, about your marvellous book, it really is wonderful to read, and I think you established fairly quickly in the beginning that you're not the sort of person who's sitting there in a remote mission control looking at screens. How do you approach mapping if you're out there on boats and among the seas and the landscape?

I firmly believe that to make a map you have to understand what you're mapping, which means being among it—seeing it, smelling it, touching it, and experiencing it. The practical work of measuring from ships, observing the coastlines, and then combining that with later remote sensing and celestial navigation is what gives maps their depth and accuracy.

Nylon that harvests energy from movement and pressure

Q: What are the practical applications you see for this material beyond lab demonstrations?

Potential uses include self-powered sensors embedded in roads for smart infrastructure and scenarios like charging devices or powering streetlights, with ongoing work to amplify the piezoelectric response for bigger energy gains.

Nylon that harvests energy from movement and pressure

Q: So how do you make nylon generate electricity in the first place?

The process uses electrical fields and vibrations to arrange the nylon's molecular structure, creating layers that, when bent or stressed, separate charges and produce electricity.

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Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Stewart Lockie
2. Chris Larkins
3. Dr Chelsea Huang
4. Ian Chubb
5. Laurie Menviel
6. Desmond Morris
7. Chloe Kwan
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