Curiosity Weekly
Discovery
Welcome to Curiosity Weekly from Discovery, hosted by Dr. Samantha Yammine. Once a week, we’ll bring you the latest and greatest in scientific discoveries and break down the details so that you don’t need a PhD to understand it. From neuroscience to climate tech to AI and genetics, no subject is off-limits. Join Sam as she interviews expert guests and investigates the research guiding some of the most exciting scientific breakthroughs affecting our world today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
Mentioned books
Oct 6, 2023 • 14min
Indian Moon Landing, Love or Money?, Giant Sea Lizard
A successful moon landing by India sparks speculation about another space race. The debate about marrying for love or money is explored, with contradictory results from studies. The significance of emotional happiness in achieving financial success and the importance of love in relationships are discussed. Lastly, the recent discovery of a 250 million-year-old marine reptile skeleton in South China revolutionizes our understanding of reptile evolution.
Oct 5, 2023 • 11min
Pink Eye Cause, Seven Year Itch, Andes Dance Floor
Learn about the truth of farts and pink eye, the seven year itch in marriages, and an ancient dance floor in the Andes that was used for ceremonial purposes.
Oct 4, 2023 • 11min
MH370 Barnacles, Polar Bear Town, Dino Discovery
Researchers are using barnacles found on debris from Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 to determine the crash site location; Polar bears in Churchill, Manitoba, are facing increasing population due to shifting sea ice caused by climate change; New dinosaur fossils in Morocco provide insights into the era of their demise and contradict the belief that dinosaurs were declining before the asteroid impact.
4 snips
Sep 29, 2023 • 14min
Urban Greening, Power Crystals, Darwin’s Paradox
"Curiosity Daily" explores urban greening, power crystals, and Darwin's Paradox. Luis Mata discusses how small urban greening projects can boost insect species in cities. Scientists reveal the potential of using photomechanical materials for more energy-efficient vehicles. Darwin's Paradox in coral reefs is unravelled, highlighting the symbiotic relationship that allows coral to thrive in nutrient-deficient waters. The importance of protecting coral reefs is emphasized in the face of die-offs.
Sep 28, 2023 • 11min
Carbon & Plants, Healthy Walking, Self Esteem in Kids
This podcast discusses the impact of carbon dioxide on plants, including how climate change has negatively affected their photosynthesis. It also highlights the health benefits of walking, with a study showing that even a few thousand steps per day can reduce the risk of death. Additionally, the podcast explores the surprising findings of a study on children's self-esteem, revealing the influence of self-perception over athletic competence.
Sep 27, 2023 • 12min
Pink Floyd Brain Activity, Superhero Science, Bathroom Germs
In this podcast, Lucy Tu and Ludovic Bellier talk about decoding brain activity using Pink Floyd music. They discuss a study where brain patterns were analyzed to reconstruct songs. Jeremy J. Grachan discusses using superheroes to teach anatomy. McKenzie Prillaman highlights the risk of bathroom germs from hot air hand dryers.
Sep 22, 2023 • 13min
Comatose Consciousness, Glowing Frogs, Race Car Blinks
Discover the hidden consciousness in comatose patients with brain injuries. Explore the eerie secret glowing language of frogs. Uncover the mysterious blinking patterns of race car drivers. Learn about the strategic importance of blinking and its role in sports.
Sep 21, 2023 • 13min
Dirty Fog to Clean Water, Hookworms, Paranoia & Memory
In this episode, Fabio Bergamin and Angela Chen discuss collecting clean water from fog and the use of fog harps. Bronwyn Thompson shares the success of hookworms in preventing type 2 diabetes. The podcast also explores the curious link between paranoia and memory, revealing the impairment of novelty detection in individuals with paranoia.
Sep 20, 2023 • 11min
Teenage Activism, Sleep Apnea Danger, Aggressive Driving
This podcast discusses the connection between teenage activism and improved critical thinking, the link between sleep apnea and cardiovascular disease, and the impact of aggressive driving on CO2 emissions.
Sep 15, 2023 • 14min
Chronic Pain Treatment, Tree Planting, Nose Pickers
Discover a possible chronic pain treatment by blocking a specific protein. Learn about the challenges of tree-planting plans due to seedling shortages. Find out why nose pickers have a higher risk of contracting COVID-19. Explore the reasons behind nose-picking and its negative effects.
