Short Wave
A podcast by NPR
1232 Episodes
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Tracing A Fraught And Amazing History Of American Horticulture
Published: 2/15/2022 -
How to Talk About Hair Like a Scientist
Published: 2/14/2022 -
How climate change is forcing cities to rebuild stormwater systems
Published: 2/11/2022 -
The (Drag) Queen Of Mathematics
Published: 2/10/2022 -
Without Inventor James West, This Interview Might Not Have Been Possible
Published: 2/9/2022 -
The Complete Guide To Absolutely Everything (Abridged)
Published: 2/8/2022 -
The Physics Of Figure Skating
Published: 2/7/2022 -
Chimp Haven Welcomes New Retirees
Published: 2/4/2022 -
Science In The City: Cylita Guy Talks Chasing Bats And Tracking Rats
Published: 2/3/2022 -
Should Big Oil Pick Up The Climate Change Bill?
Published: 2/2/2022 -
Omicron Ebbing Gives Time to Boost Vaccinations
Published: 2/1/2022 -
'Station Eleven': A Home At The End Of The World
Published: 1/31/2022 -
Omicron Around The World: From "Zero COVID" To Rising Cases
Published: 1/28/2022 -
Did E.T. Phone Us?
Published: 1/27/2022 -
Megadrought fuels debate over whether a flooded canyon should reemerge
Published: 1/26/2022 -
What's Next For The Pandemic? Will COVID-19 Become Endemic Soon?
Published: 1/25/2022 -
Placebos Vs Parkinson's: The Power Of Joy
Published: 1/24/2022 -
Fighting Bias In Space: When There's A New Telescope, Who Gets To Use It?
Published: 1/21/2022 -
The Hodgepodge Of COVID Testing In The U.S.
Published: 1/20/2022 -
A Clean Energy Future: How Hawaii Is Sparking The Push
Published: 1/19/2022
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