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A Little Bit Of Science

A Little Bit Of Science
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Russia
World War II
The Experience Machine
Human Anatomy
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From tales of historical idiocracy and scientific genius to weird and wacky cultural phenomena, Dr Rod Lamberts and Dr Will Grant are here to take you on a wild conversational journey, deep diving into the crevices of science, history and culture that you never knew existed.

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This week’s episode is a reminder that science isn’t just lab coats and breakthroughs. It’s also weird human behaviour, messy systems, and the occasional moment where you realise an entire industry is making bank off… a PDF. We’re talking academic pu... more

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This week’s episode: Roman concrete. The Pantheon has been standing for roughly 2,000 years with a huge dome made of unreinforced concrete, and it’s still in better shape than plenty of modern buildings. The Romans used volcanic ash and quicklime, an... more

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This week’s episode is a reminder that science news is basically three genres on rotation: animals behaving badly, humans believing wild things with full confidence, and researchers doing work that sounds like a plot twist in a sci‑fi novel. We’ve go... more

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This week’s episode is a reminder that science is basically a grab bag of “that’s amazing” and “please don’t make me think about that”. We’ve got flight attendants quietly racking up cosmic radiation exposure, lasers that can “smell” disease, NASA fl... more

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Recent Guests

Kyle MacDonald
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Episode: Doomsday flight trackers, trebuchet trauma, worm-flies and sugar-rationed babies
Joe Buckbury
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Kenneth Payne
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Episode: When AI Chooses Nukes, Norway's Brain Gun, and the Syndrome That Makes You a Foodie

Hosts

Rod Lamberts
Host of the show and experienced science communicator with a long career in science outreach and public engagement.
Will Grant
Host and Associate Professor in Science Communication, known for presenting research insights with clarity and wit.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 108 ratings
  • Do a proper research before you joke about certain people

    I listen to one episode to learn something, but realised you don’t know anything about you did talk about. All you did was making stupid jokes about certain people. If you don’t agree with some since and technology and to not bother researching the facts about it, it’s better to say nothing than the rubbish that comes out of your mouth. I tried to finish the episode but it was hard to do it.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    an123s
    Australia4 years ago
  • Absolutely awesome!

    Love these guys - this is my go to podcast to listen to while cooking and I have to say they are crackup. Perfect combo of comedy, science and distraction. Love it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SalamiSlice
    New Zealand4 years ago
  • The best!

    Hubby and I love this podcast, I of few things we do agree on!

    Well done fellas

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Firun1
    Australia4 years ago
  • My favourite science podcast

    Hilarious podcast breaking down some of the weirder moments in science history. A household favourite.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dizzyneek
    Australia4 years ago
  • Exceptional

    Ron toilet and William are fantastic. Listen to this if you want to listen to a good kid-friendly pod.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mr excitable
    Australia4 years ago

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Fans appreciate the mix of history, biology, and culture with thoughtful context.
Some critics note audio quality variability but still value the hosts' clarity and energy.
Listeners praise the show for approachable science storytelling and witty banter.

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Talking Points

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The experience machine, worst case scenarios and a giant fish
Q: Would you plug into this machine?
No, I don't think I would. I wish I could, but I too would have this authenticity issue.
Is the Laugh Track Truly Dead?
Q: Will laugh tracks ever make a comeback in television?
Rod speculates that due to cyclical trends in entertainment, they might return, especially in avant-garde contexts.
Is the Laugh Track Truly Dead?
Q: Why has the laugh track died out in modern comedies?
Rod suggests the perception of authenticity and a desire for shows with more jokes per minute as key factors.

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Two hosts—Rod Lamberts and Will Grant—deliver a breezy, humor‑infused tour through science, history, and culture, pairing curious case studies with accessible explanations. Recent episodes span ancient archaeology, AI‑designed viruses, unusual biology, and quirky science history, all delivered with banter, anecdotes, and a shared skepticism about sensational claims. The pair often tie together disparate topics to reveal larger themes about research methods, ethics, and how science fits into everyday life. A standout element is the dynamic, chemistry‑driven on‑air rapport between two long‑time science communicators, making complex ideas approachable and entertaining for a broad audience.

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