
This week we discuss the hidden truths of machine learning, and how this new technology could undermine democracy as we know it, but is that even so bad...
Jul 11, 2019
1 hr 23 min

This week we speak with Andy Ridgway, an award-winning journalist, he has spent nearly 20 years in the profession, most recently as Deputy Editor of BBC Focus and then launch Editor of Science Uncovered. We discuss the impact the internet, and notably, social media is having on the science journalism world. What's changed, and importantly, what hasn't.
Jun 27, 2019
27 min

In this weeks episode, we discuss the good, the bad and the ugly impact social media and other modern communication methods are having on the way we form opinions. We’re joined by Dominique Brossard, an expert on media, science and policy, science and social media, public understanding of science, public attitudes toward controversial science. She sheds light on the impact of modern communication channels.
Jun 20, 2019
29 min

In this episode we got to speak with the delightful and upbeat Rachelle Saunders From Science For The People Podcast to hear her story and how their podcast is impacting people.
May 30, 2019
40 min

Today we talk with Emily Fairfax about beavers. They were almost wiped out through over trapping, but now they're making a comeback and stopping forest fires in the process... Listen to learn about these amazing animals.
May 23, 2019
35 min

In this episode Andrea Holmes shares her journey from creating an app for testing for chemicals to now working with a start up delivering pain relief through CBD.
May 9, 2019
33 min

In this episode we speak with Brian Keating about his research on looking for the start of the universe. And we also explore the ethics around the Nobel Prize.
May 2, 2019
37 min

In this episode of SciPod Radio, we speak with Luca Dal Zilio from CalTech regarding earthquake prediction, what makes it so difficult, and what to do if you live in an area that could be affected by earthquakes.
Apr 25, 2019
26 min

In this episode of SciPod Radio we talk with Dave Goulson about his research on bumblebees. We cover why they're so important to our existence, how to get more involved with bees if your a keen gardener, and even how you can help if you're not green-fingered or you don't have a garden...
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Apr 18, 2019
46 min
