Defector’s Sabrina Imbler joins the show this week to talk about whale falls! Plus, Rachel talks about how a bunch of dudes sat in saunas for...
Computer scientist Yejin Choi is here to demystify the current state of massive artificial intelligence systems like ChatGPT, highlighting three key problems with cutting-edge large language...
This week, Rachel explores Walmart for new insect species, Jess divulges the science behind Elden Ring’s corpse wax, and John talks about New York City architects...
As Arctic ice melts, polar bears are being forced on land — and they’re hungry. With the apex predators frequently turning to human junkyards for a...
This week, Rachel talks about the ever delicious bog butter, Ryan F. Mandelbaum explains just how little we know about eels, and Purbita describes the fluid...
This week, Rachel talks about fish getting behind the wheel, Sara Kiley unravels the story of rodent DNA and a secret fur seal trade, and Sandra...
What are the realistic pathways off of fossil fuels and towards a world of abundant clean energy? TED Countdown gathered for its second Dilemma Series —...
What if you could transform your anxiety into something you can actually use during your work day? Neuroscientist Wendy Suzuki shares two evidence-based activities — breathing...
What comes to mind when you think about the most fun moments of your life? Science journalist Catherine Price asked thousands of people across the world...
Meet the fantastically colorful and astonishingly adaptable sea slugs that found a way to photosynthesize (or create energy from sunlight) like plants. Diving deep into these...