Unexplainable
VoxUnexplainable takes listeners right up to the edge of what we know…and then keeps on going. The Unexplainable team — Noam Hassenfeld, Julia Longoria, Byrd Pinkerton, and Meradith Hoddinott — tackles scientific mysteries, unanswered questions, and everything we learn diving into the unknown. New episodes Mondays and Wednesdays. From Vox and the Vox Media Podcast Network.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 321 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Life SciencesNatural SciencesScience | |||
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- Pretty good
But then there’s an episode where the host has the longest explanation that he is completely baffled by pick up notes in music. This is taught in grade school band 😆
Apple Podcasts4Aaaaaacrash
United States18 days ago - Lantern fly episode
Favourite new podcast episode since radiolab! Keep it coming please
The sound producer deserves an award for all the ear candy and music thank you
From an audio file :)
Apple Podcasts5So cello
Australia24 days ago - Some interesting-sponsored by AI so no thanks
I listened to a few episodes and they were semi interesting. But then I heard the commercials that they’re sponsored by Google Gemini. And no thanks and yes it is that deep.
Apple Podcasts2Caroline52United States25 days ago - I love Kate Adamala!
I love Unexplainable, and particularly love the episodes (on this and other podcasts?) featuring Dr Adamala as a guest. Her research is so interesting and she is so intelligent, honest, and has an amazing sense of humor.
Apple Podcasts5jenniferlee1121United Statesa month ago - Interesting, but...
Interesting topics presented by giggling children.
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Spotify | #8 | United States/Science |
Apple Podcasts | #4 | United States/Science/Life Sciences |
Apple Podcasts | #15 | United States/Science |
Spotify | #15 |  United Kingdom/Science |
Apple Podcasts | #2 |  Canada/Science/Life Sciences |
Apple Podcasts | #2 | United Kingdom/Science/Life Sciences |
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This show surveys curiosity-driven science, blending deep-dive interviews with accessible explanations across topics like music theory in songwriting, infant memory, coral restoration, science communication, and climate risk. Episodes frequently pair expert guests with thoughtful storytelling, offering practical takeaways for listeners ranging from parents and teachers to scientists and policy professionals. A notable strength is its ability to translate complex ideas into engaging, human-centered narratives, often anchored by hands-on field reporting and vivid real-world examples. A recurring edge is the mix of rigorous science with pop-cultural touchpoints, making questions about how the world works feel both urgent and approachable.
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Unexplainable launched 6 years ago and published 321 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Unexplainable include:
1. Lizzie Peabody
2. Dennis Wiggum
3. Melissa McCormick
4. Dylan Scott
5. Katarzyna Nowaczyk-Basińska
6. Tomasz Hollanek
7. Julie Sedivy
8. Zack Savitsky
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