60-Second Science
Scientific American
Host Rachel Feltman, alongside leading science and tech journalists, dives into the rich world of scientific discovery in this bite-size science variety show.
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Aug 18, 2023 • 10min
They Tap Into the Magical, Hidden Pulse of the Planet, but What is the Nighttime Bird Surveillance Network?
Unseen movement in the night sky is decoded by the Nighttime Bird Surveillance Network, revealing the incredible journey of migratory birds. Learn about the challenges of decoding flight calls and the importance of bird migration.
Aug 16, 2023 • 14min
Hearing Aids Stave Off Cognitive Decline
Hearing aids may help maintain better brain functions in older people and better health overall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 14, 2023 • 10min
In This Ancient Garden, Plants Can Cure or Kill You
Explore the Chelsea Physic Garden, one of the oldest botanical gardens in Europe, and its role in teaching about poisonous and curative plants. Learn about the worshipful society of apothecaries and their garden's focus on medicinal plants and the healing power of nature.
Aug 9, 2023 • 14min
The Fungi Economy, Part 3: Can Climate Modeling from Space Save Our Forests?
Here’s how scientists are planning on getting underground fungi data from space using satellites.
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Aug 7, 2023 • 17min
The Fungi Economy, Part 2: Here's How Plants and Fungi Trade beneath Our Feet
Atmospheric carbon is a currency that plants use to “buy” nutrients from fungi in the soil. To find out where this economy will go next, the devil is in the details. And the details are in the dirt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 4, 2023 • 15min
The Fungi Economy, Part 1: Just like Us, Trees Are Experiencing Inflation
Like us, plants and fungi have complex economies. By burning fossil fuels, we’ve been devaluing their currency. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 2, 2023 • 10min
Could Weight-Loss Drugs Curb Addiction? Your Health, Quickly, Episode 12
Drugs such as Wegovy and Ozempic might help people tackle substance abuse as well as shed pounds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 31, 2023 • 10min
How to Roll a Joint Perfectly, according to Science
Scientists used a smoking machine—complete with a 3-D-printed mouthpiece—to figure out how to get the most cannabinoid per puff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 28, 2023 • 12min
Here's How AI Can Predict Hit Songs With Frightening Accuracy
New AI technology predicts hit songs—by listening to someone’s body. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 26, 2023 • 10min
Here's Why Actors Are So Worried about AI
Here’s what’s behind the A.I technology that has worried so many actors—including something called “the orb.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
