Short Wave
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1232 Episodes
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The Evolution Of Cancer Treatment
Published: 3/4/2024 -
Could Dune Really Exist? What Scientists Think of Our Favorite Sci-Fi Worlds
Published: 3/1/2024 -
Is It Possible To Feed The World Sustainably?
Published: 2/28/2024 -
In Light of The Alabama Court Ruling, A Look At The Science Of IVF
Published: 2/26/2024 -
Didn't Get A Valentine's Love Song? These Skywalker Gibbons Sing Love Duets
Published: 2/23/2024 -
When The Sun Erupts
Published: 2/21/2024 -
The Life And Death Of A Woolly Mammoth
Published: 2/19/2024 -
The U.N.'s First-Ever Analysis Of World's Migratory Species Just Dropped
Published: 2/16/2024 -
Celebrate Valentine's Day With These Queer Animals
Published: 2/14/2024 -
The Shared History Of The Chinese And Gregorian Calendars
Published: 2/12/2024 -
Clownfish Might Be Counting Their Potential Enemies' Stripes
Published: 2/9/2024 -
After 20 Years, This Scientist Uncovered The Physics Behind The Spiral Pass
Published: 2/7/2024 -
Wolves Are Thriving In The Radioactive Chernobyl Exclusion Zone
Published: 2/5/2024 -
This Scientist Figured Out Why Your Appendix Isn't Useless
Published: 2/2/2024 -
Murder, Mayhem At The Zoo: A Naked Mole Rat Succession War
Published: 1/31/2024 -
Choose Your Lightning Protection: Lasers, Rockets or Rods?
Published: 1/29/2024 -
Lessons on the limits of ecosystem restoration from the Everglades
Published: 1/27/2024 -
When Tiny, Invasive Ants Go Marching In...And Alter An Ecosystem
Published: 1/26/2024 -
Experiencing Racism May Physically Change Your Brain
Published: 1/24/2024 -
This Wild Bird Will Lead You To Honey On Command
Published: 1/22/2024
New discoveries, everyday mysteries, and the science behind the headlines — in just under 15 minutes. It's science for everyone, using a lot of creativity and a little humor. Join hosts Emily Kwong and Regina Barber for science on a different wavelength.If you're hooked, try Short Wave Plus. Your subscription supports the show and unlocks a sponsor-free feed. Learn more at plus.npr.org/shortwave