Victoria Gill

Victoria Gill, BBC's science correspondent, dives into the fascinating world of de-extinction. She discusses Colossal's ambitious project to revive the dire wolf, shedding light on the genetic techniques used and the challenges faced. Gill raises critical questions about the reality of recreating extinct species and clarifies that these dire wolves are actually genetically modified gray wolves. The conversation also touches on the ethical implications and ecological concerns tied to potentially reintroducing these creatures into today's world.

Rebecca Bell, an expert in tectonics from Imperial College London, joins to discuss the massive 8.8 magnitude earthquake off Russia's coast. Shaimaa Khalil, the BBC’s Tokyo Correspondent, shares live updates, highlighting significant evacuations in Japan. Victoria Gill, BBC Science Correspondent, explains tsunami formation and the mechanics involved. The conversation also touches on advancements in tsunami warning systems and urban safety in earthquake-prone regions, stressing the importance of disaster preparedness.

Victoria Gill, a Science Correspondent, dives into the fascinating evolutionary origins of kissing, revealing that it may date back over 21 million years across species. Meanwhile, Marie Tussiama, founder of Archive Ivoir, shares her personal insights on Côte d'Ivoire's 90s–00s aesthetics and the current Y2K revival among Gen Z. They discuss how nostalgia helps us reconnect with the past, why younger generations embrace retro styles, and explore the intriguing behaviors surrounding kissing in both humans and animals.

Victoria Gill, a Science Correspondent, dives deep into the intriguing history of kissing, tracing its roots back over 21 million years to our common ancestor with great apes. She shares fascinating insights on how animals, from primates to other species, engage in mouth-to-mouth contact, highlighting surprising evidence from research. Victoria also explores the evolutionary mystery of kissing’s lack of clear survival benefits, suggesting it may stem from grooming behaviors and serve various roles, from romantic to platonic bonding.

Victoria Gill, a BBC science correspondent and expert on peculiar animals, dives into the fascinating world of naked mole rats. These quirky creatures, known for their 40-year lifespan, possess unique DNA repair mechanisms that could unveil secrets to human aging. Gill highlights how their underground lifestyle contributes to longevity and discusses the potential for this research to inform age-related disease prevention. The conversation also touches on the whimsical idea of choosing between looks and longevity, with Gill favoring healthspan over appearance.