An Australian podcast that explores the mental universe — neuroscience really — and takes a clear look at everything from addiction to artificial intelligence
A podcast about human societies and the environment in the past. The periodic programmes feature interviews with people working in the field, reports on conferences and discussions about the use and methods of environmental history.
Dr. Charles Lee and Dr. Frank Ling take an in-depth look at recent events in the world of science and technology, and examine the effects of recent discoveries on our daily lives.
NPR Science Correspondent Robert Krulwich demystifies what’s dense and difficult — even if you feel lost when it comes to science. Coverage that can be delightful, moving, funny, perhaps even upsetting.
Every week Jet Streaming brings an insider’s look at the weather and climatology. It’s everything you wanted to know about the weather, but were afraid to ask.
“See the natural world like never before through the eyes of National Geographic adventurers, scientists, researchers, and the extraordinary Crittercam.”
Nature, a highly respected peer-reviewed science journal, offers well produced podcasts that feature scientists talking about their cutting-edge research.
Science Talk: The Podcast of Scientific AmericaniTunesFeedWeb Site
The host, Steve Mirsky, explores the latest developments in science and technology through interviews with leading scientists and journalists.
Want to know more about black holes? Or progress in the cure for cancer? Learn about the latest news and trends in science, medicine and the environment from the reporters and editors of the popular Science Times section of The New York Times. David Corcoran is your host.
The story of technological progress is one of drama and intrigue, sudden insight and plain hard work. Explore technology’s spectacular failures and many magnificent success stories.
A weekly podcast that explores the world of the paranormal and fringe science. It’s hosted by Dr. Steven Novella is an academic neurologist on full-time faculty at Yale University School of Medicine.
Self describes as: “A weekly science and technology radio show presenting a humorous and irreverent look at the week in science and tech. Each week TWIS discusses the latest in cutting edge science news on topics such as genetic engineering, cybernetics, space exploration, neuro science, and a show favorite Countdown to World Robot Domination.”
A weekly podcast hosted by two Professors from Columbia University. “We talk about viruses — the kind that make you sick. The podcast covers how viruses work, how they make you sick, and the latest in news about viruses.” You can find it at
From the US Geological Survey, CoreCast brings you straight science insight on natural hazards; climate change; satellite imagery and monitoring; water quality; human health and wildlife disease; and much more. Tune into CoreCast. It’s natural science from the inside out.
From Scientific American, leading science journalists offer a brief commentary on the latest developments in the world of science. Presented by Scientific American.
Leading science journalists provide a weekly one-minute commentary on the latest developments in the science of brain and behavior. Presented by Scientific American.
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Please don’t forget This Week In Science — certainly the most entertaining science podcast I’ve found. Plus, every week and interview with a real scientist!
I do a podcast called Singularity that is about physics, with the tag line “Were physics and understanding come together.” the link is http://feeds.feedburner.com/SingularityPodcast
Earth & Sky has two science podcasts. It has a short daily podcast (called Earth & Sky). And then it has the longer Clear Voices podcasts. They both feature the voices of scientists.
Both the Guardian Unlimited programs on science as well as the NOVA specials are truly not to be missed. Thanks for collecting them in one place!
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Thanks very much for putting this together. I am a science teacher and was looking for a resource for my students. I wonder if you might add the ‘Science Times’ podcast from the NY Times?
A compendium of lectures, interviews and book reviews on modern neuroscience by Virginia Campbell, MD. At 77 episodes and counting, this articulate and informative podcaster provides a stimulating look at what is happening in this science. No connection other than being an avid listener.
A compendium of lectures, interviews and book reviews on modern neuroscience by Virginia Campbell, MD. At 77 episodes and counting, this articulate and informative podcaster provides a stimulating look at what is happening in this science. No connection other than being an avid listener.
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Earth and Sky just launched a new PodCast series called Clearvoices. It’s one of the best Science podcasts around. http://feeds.feedburner.com/earthsky/clearvoices
Please don’t forget This Week In Science — certainly the most entertaining science podcast I’ve found. Plus, every week and interview with a real scientist!
Website — http://www.twis.org
TWIS!
How about Astronomy Cast. A weekly discussion about space and astronomy. http://www.astronomycast.com
I do a podcast called Singularity that is about physics, with the tag line “Were physics and understanding come together.” the link is http://feeds.feedburner.com/SingularityPodcast
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Earth & Sky has two science podcasts. It has a short daily podcast (called Earth & Sky). And then it has the longer Clear Voices podcasts. They both feature the voices of scientists.
The Discovery Channel stuff is amazing!
Both the Guardian Unlimited programs on science as well as the NOVA specials are truly not to be missed. Thanks for collecting them in one place!
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Don’t forget some of Australia’s own best independent ones
Brains Matter (www.brainsmatter.com)
Mr Science Show (www.mrscienceshow.com)
Here’s Why (www.hereswhy.tk)
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Thanks very much for putting this together. I am a science teacher and was looking for a resource for my students. I wonder if you might add the ‘Science Times’ podcast from the NY Times?
You might want to look at the Planet Earth podcast
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Great list
Jet Streaming Program is awesome!
A compendium of lectures, interviews and book reviews on modern neuroscience by Virginia Campbell, MD. At 77 episodes and counting, this articulate and informative podcaster provides a stimulating look at what is happening in this science. No connection other than being an avid listener.
Apologies for including the link in the wrong location.
http://www.brainsciencepodcast.com/
A compendium of lectures, interviews and book reviews on modern neuroscience by Virginia Campbell, MD. At 77 episodes and counting, this articulate and informative podcaster provides a stimulating look at what is happening in this science. No connection other than being an avid listener.
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