Short Wave
A podcast by NPR
1232 Episodes
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Pandemic Reality Check - Where We Are. Where We're Headed.
Published: 11/5/2020 -
Touch And Go: NASA Samples An Asteroid
Published: 11/3/2020 -
Welcome To The World Of Whale Falls
Published: 11/2/2020 -
Micro Wave: "Once In A Blue Moon" Is Happening Again This Halloween
Published: 10/30/2020 -
One More Step Toward Solving The Sleep & Alzheimer's Puzzle
Published: 10/29/2020 -
The Mystery Of The Mummified Twinkie
Published: 10/27/2020 -
Crows: Are They Scary Or Just Super Smart?
Published: 10/26/2020 -
Micro Wave: Why Do Leaves Change Color During Fall?
Published: 10/23/2020 -
Why These Tiny Particles Are A Big Deal
Published: 10/22/2020 -
Randall Munroe's Absurd Scientific Advice For Real-World Problems
Published: 10/20/2020 -
Quantum Mechanics For Beginners
Published: 10/19/2020 -
The Tricky Business Of Coronavirus Testing On College Campuses
Published: 10/16/2020 -
Micro Wave: You Mite Want To Shower After This
Published: 10/15/2020 -
Gender Discrimination And Harassment At Sea
Published: 10/13/2020 -
Butterflies Have Hearts In Their Wings. You Won't Believe Where They Have Eyes
Published: 10/12/2020 -
Micro Wave: Does Talking To Plants Help Them Grow?
Published: 10/9/2020 -
What Coronavirus Test Results Do — And Don't — Mean
Published: 10/8/2020 -
The Fattest Bear Wins!
Published: 10/6/2020 -
The Nobels Overwhelmingly Go to Men — This Year's Prize For Medicine Was No Exception
Published: 10/5/2020 -
Micro Wave: Why Some Fruits Ripen Faster In A Paper Bag
Published: 10/2/2020
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