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214 Episodes • By BBC Radio 4 • www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b00snr0...
Brian Cox and Robin Ince host a witty, irreverent look at the world through scientists' eyes.
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'Beastly Bodies' Kids Special - Steve Backshall, Jess French and Adam Kay
Brian Cox and Robin Ince are joined by adventurer an... more
Jul 24 2024 42m
Science Communicators Share School Memories
Chapter 1 7 mins
Back-to-School Shopping and Science Questions
Chapter 2 11 mins
Children's Wildlife Education and Conservation
Chapter 3 3 mins
Evolutionary Biology and Animal Adaptations
Chapter 4 8 mins
Animal Adaptations and Evolutionary Changes
Chapter 5 5 mins
Animal Dive Reflex and Bacteriophage Potential
Chapter 6 9 mins
Animal Communication and Evolutionary Biogeography
Chapter 7 1 min
Early Life Development and Olympics Podcast
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Science of Board Games - Jess Fostekew, Marcus du Sautoy and Dave Neale
Brian Cox and Robin Ince, go past jail, climb a ladd... more
Jul 17 2024 43m
Favorite Games in Life
Chapter 1 5 mins
The Science of Board Games
Chapter 2 5 mins
Game Parameters and Philosophical Influence
Chapter 3 12 mins
The Cultural Significance of Ancient Games
Chapter 4 5 mins
The Strategy Behind Rock Paper Scissors
Chapter 5 6 mins
Cooperative Board Games and Game Theory
Chapter 6 8 mins
The Psychology of Game Strategy
Chapter 7 1 min
The Impact of Instant Messaging
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The Wonder of Trees - Dame Judi Dench, Tony Kirkham and Tristan Gooley
Brian Cox and Robin Ince leaf through the latest tre... more
Jul 10 2024 42m
Understanding the Growth of Trees
Chapter 1 5 mins
Exploring Trees With Experts
Chapter 2 4 mins
The Definition and Life of Trees
Chapter 3 8 mins
Discovering the Secrets of Tree Growth
Chapter 4 9 mins
Uncovering the Secrets of Trees
Chapter 5 7 mins
Revealing the Hidden World of Trees
Chapter 6 8 mins
Tree Mysteries and Observing Nature
Chapter 7 53 sec
Pretty Litter and Afghan Star
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New series coming soon!
Brian Cox and Robin Ince preview the topics and gues... more
Jul 5 2024 1m
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The Infinite Monkey's Guide To… Audience Favourites (Pt 2)
`This week it's over to you the listeners, as we hea... more
May 29 2024 22m
Spider Mating Habits Explained
Chapter 1 14 mins
Infinite Monkey Cage Spiders and Frankenstein
Chapter 2 8 mins
Exploring Technology and Ancient Discoveries
Chapter 3 1 min
Evil Genius & Acorn TV Promo
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The Infinite Monkey's Guide To… Tiny Things
Brian Cox and Robin Ince shuffle through the archive... more
May 22 2024 22m
Perspective on Life and the Universe
Chapter 1 12 mins
Exploring the Tiny Universe
Chapter 2 11 mins
Life and the Universe
Chapter 3 23 sec
Diverse Podcasts on iHeartRadio
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The Infinite Monkey's Guide To… The Future
We know the universe is rapidly expanding but what h... more
May 15 2024 19m
Approaching Apocalypse
Chapter 1 7 mins
End of the Universe Predictions
Chapter 2 3 mins
Potential Threats From Space Debris
Chapter 3 9 mins
Wonder and Delight in Science
Chapter 4 1 min
Uncovering Roman Stories
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The Infinite Monkey's Guide To… Failure
Brian Cox and Robin Ince embrace failure in its many... more
May 8 2024 16m
Embracing Being Wrong in Science
Chapter 1 12 mins
Failures and Progress in Science
Chapter 2 5 mins
Pandemics, Vaccines, and Future Outlook
Chapter 3 1 min
Organic Cotton Sheets and Thoughtful Gifts
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The Infinite Monkey's Guide To… Gambling
Robin Ince and Brian Cox ask why some people always ... more
May 1 2024 19m
Chapter 1 7 mins
The Science and Psychology of Gambling
Chapter 2 7 mins
Understanding Probability and Coincidence
Chapter 3 4 mins
Lies, Deception, and Evolution
Chapter 4 1 min
Life Changing
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The Infinite Monkey's Guide To… The Gods
Robin Ince and Brian Cox tackle the thorny debate ov... more
Apr 24 2024 22m
The Power of Silence
Chapter 1 10 mins
Science vs Religion
Chapter 2 3 mins
Religion, Science, and Comedy Intersect
Chapter 3 9 mins
Science, Religion, and Human Beliefs
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The Infinite Monkey's Guide To… Talking to Aliens
Brian Cox and Robin Ince are on a mission to discove... more
Apr 17 2024 19m
Imagining Extraterrestrial LifeForms
Chapter 1 8 mins
Searching for Alien Life in Cosmos
Chapter 2 11 mins
Imagining Extraterrestrial Life and Communication
Chapter 3 1 min
Improving Health Through Podcast Recommendations
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The Infinite Monkey's Guide To… Gardening
Robin Ince and Brian Cox dig into the secret lives o... more
Apr 10 2024 18m
Plant Plasticity and Growth Adaptations
Chapter 1 13 mins
Infinite Monkey's Guide to Gardening
Chapter 2 5 mins
The Importance of Flies in Ecology
Chapter 3 1 min
History and Comedy Podcast Recommendations
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The Infinite Monkey's Guide To… Love
Love is in the air(waves) as Brian and Robin trawl t... more
Apr 3 2024 19m
Unusual Bird Mating Behavior
Chapter 1 8 mins
Love, Sex, and Dating Mathematics
Chapter 2 12 mins
Bizarre Bird and Bee Mating Behaviors
Chapter 3 1 min
Artists and Performers Share Creative Inspirations
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The Infinite Monkey's Guide To… Murder
Brian Cox, Robin Ince and their guests will send a s... more
Mar 27 2024 20m
Chapter 1 9 mins
Exploring Murder, Forensics, and Crime
Chapter 2 5 mins
Forensic Botany and Flea Infestations
Chapter 3 5 mins
Bizarre Behaviors in Nature
Chapter 4 1 min
Celebrating Medicine With Top Comedians
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Higgs Boson
Brian Cox and Robin Ince visit CERN’s Large Hadron C... more
Mar 20 2024 42m
Dark Matter and Neutrinos in Universe
Chapter 1 5 mins
The Higgs Boson and Beyond
Chapter 2 4 mins
Particle Physics and Hadron Collider
Chapter 3 12 mins
Exploring the Higgs Boson and Universe
Chapter 4 5 mins
Unveiling the Higgs Mechanism and Cosmology
Chapter 5 12 mins
Discovering Dark Matter and the Higgs
Chapter 6 2 mins
Contractual Obligations at CERN
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Cats v Dogs
Brian Cox and Robin Ince sniff and paw their way thr... more
Mar 13 2024 42m
Physiological Differences Between Cats and Dogs
Chapter 1 12 mins
Cats Versus Dogs
Chapter 2 5 mins
Evolutionary Origins and Pet Domestication
Chapter 3 8 mins
Intelligence Comparison Cats and Dogs
Chapter 4 10 mins
Cat and Dog Intelligence and Breeding
Chapter 5 5 mins
Choosing Between Cats and Dogs
Chapter 6 1 min
Health and Science Podcast Highlights CERN
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Poison
Brian Cox and Robin Ince delve into the murky world ... more
Mar 6 2024 42m
Exploring Fictional Poisonings in Literature
Chapter 1 5 mins
Exploring Poison in Fiction and Reality
Chapter 2 13 mins
The History of Poisoning and Antidotes
Chapter 3 5 mins
Chemical Poisons in Literature and Culture
Chapter 4 10 mins
The Science of Poisons
Chapter 5 7 mins
Poison Treatment and Detection
Chapter 6 1 min
Exploring Food and Science Podcasts
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Asteroids
Brian Cox and Robin Ince journey through the asteroi... more
Feb 28 2024 42m
Exploring Exciting Space Missions
Chapter 1 4 mins
Asteroids
Chapter 2 7 mins
Asteroids, Meteorites, and Cosmic Origins
Chapter 3 14 mins
Mysteries of Asteroids and Meteorites
Chapter 4 7 mins
Asteroid Threat and Outer Space Opportunities
Chapter 5 8 mins
Exploring Ethics in Space Exploration
Chapter 6 1 min
BBC Radio Evil Genius Lexus RX
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Could it be magic?
Brian Cox and Robin Ince pull scientific explanation... more
Feb 21 2024 42m
The Magic World of Magicians
Chapter 1 4 mins
The Science and Psychology of Magic
Chapter 2 6 mins
Magic
Chapter 3 6 mins
Magician Performs Card Trick Analysis
Chapter 4 12 mins
The Art of Misdirection and Deception
Chapter 5 5 mins
The Psychology of Magic
Chapter 6 6 mins
The Art and History of Magic
Chapter 7 1 min
Celebrating Comedy and Medicine
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Egyptian Mummies
Brian Cox and Robin Ince peel back the layers to exp... more
Feb 14 2024 42m
Scientific Investigation of Mummies
Chapter 1 4 mins
2023 Work Recap and Mummification Science
Chapter 2 13 mins
Ancient Egypt
Chapter 3 4 mins
Animal Mummies and Egyptian Medicine Categories
Chapter 4 12 mins
Pharmacy and Medicine in Ancient Egypt
Chapter 5 6 mins
Mummification and Medical Techniques
Chapter 6 1 min
The Importance of Exercise
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The Monkeys meet The Sky at Night
Brian Cox and Robin Ince are joined by the longest r... more
Dec 20 2023 57m
Objects in the Night Sky
Chapter 1 12 mins
BBC Sounds
Chapter 2 8 mins
Exploring Astronomy With Binoculars
Chapter 3 8 mins
Exploring Astronomy and Meteor Showers
Chapter 4 5 mins
The Value of Amateur Astronomers
Chapter 5 7 mins
Exploring Amateur Telescopes and Astronomy Memories
Chapter 6 5 mins
Astrophotography and Cosmic Observations
Chapter 7 7 mins
Astrophotography and Observing the Night Sky
Chapter 8 1 min
Inside Crisis Management and Spin Doctors
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Jo Brand's Quantum World
Brian Cox and Robin Ince are subject to a non-hostil... more
Dec 13 2023 42m
Joe's Curiosity About Quantum Mechanics
Chapter 1 5 mins
Exploring Quantum Mechanics
Chapter 2 8 mins
Quantum Mechanics and Double Slit Experiment
Chapter 3 14 mins
Quantum Mechanics and Schrödinger's Cat
Chapter 4 6 mins
Understanding the Concept of Quantum Gravity
Chapter 5 8 mins
Concepts of Quantum Gravity and Big Bang Explained
Chapter 6 1 min
Uncovering Truths
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Hollywood in Space
Brian Cox and Robin Ince put Hollywood under the mic... more
Dec 6 2023 42m
The Influence of Sci-Fi on Reality
Chapter 1 6 mins
Exploring Space Representation in Films
Chapter 2 11 mins
Accuracy and Entertainment in Space Movies
Chapter 3 4 mins
Accuracy and Changes in Astronaut Selection
Chapter 4 5 mins
Space Exploration and Crew Selection
Chapter 5 12 mins
Space Exploration and Science Fiction Films
Chapter 6 4 mins
Sci-Fi Movie Preferences and Quantum Mechanics
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The Scale of Life (or were dinosaurs just too big?)
Brian and Robin are joined by palaeontologist Dr Sus... more
Nov 29 2023 42m
Evolutionary Perspectives on Animal Size
Chapter 1 3 mins
The Scale of Life
Chapter 2 12 mins
Size and Evolution
Chapter 3 9 mins
Evolution and Size Limits of Dinosaurs
Chapter 4 11 mins
The Evolutionary Factors of Size
Chapter 5 4 mins
Crab's, Elephants, and Archeological Digs
Chapter 6 1 min
Science and Movies
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How I is AI?
Brian and Robin (the real ones) are joined by mathem... more
Nov 22 2023 42m
The Scary Efficiency of Technology
Chapter 1 3 mins
The Impact of AI on Society
Chapter 2 12 mins
Artificial Intelligence Myths and Definitions
Chapter 3 5 mins
Chat GPT and AI in Society
Chapter 4 5 mins
Detecting Bots on Social Media
Chapter 5 10 mins
Ethics of AI and Human Decisions
Chapter 6 4 mins
Contemplating AI's Impact and Potential Threats
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