
We’re talking about science. But not just any science...
Each episode, journalist Jo Marchant meets researchers who are doing things differently: challenging our assumptions, stretching our minds, and changing how we see the world.
We’ll be pushing boundaries from cosmology and quantum physics to neuroscience, archaeology, ecology… Jo’s guests are asking deep questions, chasing outrageous dreams, ... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 16 | Founded | 4 months ago |
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People have long told stories about the moon’s power, from werewolves shapeshifting by the moon, to the belief that drinking water soaked with moonlight could help women conceive. And monthly rhythms appear across nature, from corals and cacti to gor... more
How does using AI change who we are? Last week on Where the Wild Thoughts Are, we talked about freeing AIs to have their own creative ideas and express their own realities. This week we’re flipping that theme, with philosopher Caterina Moruzzi of Edi... more
Can an AI have wild thoughts? Are machines capable of true creativity, true art, of going beyond the training and the prompts we give them in order to explore new worlds?
My guest this week is Simon Colton of Queen Mary, University of London. He’s a... more
Thinkers don’t come much wilder than Albert Einstein. His out-of-the-box physics transformed how we think about the universe: with his famous equation E=mc2 he showed that energy and matter are one and the same; through his theory of relativity he jo... more
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Not many podcasts are able to do what this show does. It asks really provocative questions while being rooted in serious science. Jo Marchant brings the fascinating discoveries of ‘unruly’ research to the surface. Episodes examine everything from plants communicating with signals we might have overlooked to the altruistic behaviors of whales. It’s a fun listen — but also at the cutting edge.
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The content centers on exploring unconventional scientific ideas through the lens of insightful interviews with innovative researchers. Topics range from the intricacies of neuroscience and the potential for life on other planets to philosophical inquiries about the nature of intelligence in plants. The discussions often emphasize creativity and open-mindedness in scientific inquiry, inviting listeners to reconsider their understanding of reality and the distinct approaches taken by leading scientists. Unique personal narratives interweave with scientific discourse, revealing the motivations and challenges faced by guests as they push the boundaries of knowledge. This podcast aims to not only inform but also inspire curiosity and wonder abo... more
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