1232 Episodes

  1. Pandemic Reality Check - Where We Are. Where We're Headed.

    Published: 11/5/2020
  2. Touch And Go: NASA Samples An Asteroid

    Published: 11/3/2020
  3. Welcome To The World Of Whale Falls

    Published: 11/2/2020
  4. Micro Wave: "Once In A Blue Moon" Is Happening Again This Halloween

    Published: 10/30/2020
  5. One More Step Toward Solving The Sleep & Alzheimer's Puzzle

    Published: 10/29/2020
  6. The Mystery Of The Mummified Twinkie

    Published: 10/27/2020
  7. Crows: Are They Scary Or Just Super Smart?

    Published: 10/26/2020
  8. Micro Wave: Why Do Leaves Change Color During Fall?

    Published: 10/23/2020
  9. Why These Tiny Particles Are A Big Deal

    Published: 10/22/2020
  10. Randall Munroe's Absurd Scientific Advice For Real-World Problems

    Published: 10/20/2020
  11. Quantum Mechanics For Beginners

    Published: 10/19/2020
  12. The Tricky Business Of Coronavirus Testing On College Campuses

    Published: 10/16/2020
  13. Micro Wave: You Mite Want To Shower After This

    Published: 10/15/2020
  14. Gender Discrimination And Harassment At Sea

    Published: 10/13/2020
  15. Butterflies Have Hearts In Their Wings. You Won't Believe Where They Have Eyes

    Published: 10/12/2020
  16. Micro Wave: Does Talking To Plants Help Them Grow?

    Published: 10/9/2020
  17. What Coronavirus Test Results Do — And Don't — Mean

    Published: 10/8/2020
  18. The Fattest Bear Wins!

    Published: 10/6/2020
  19. The Nobels Overwhelmingly Go to Men — This Year's Prize For Medicine Was No Exception

    Published: 10/5/2020
  20. Micro Wave: Why Some Fruits Ripen Faster In A Paper Bag

    Published: 10/2/2020

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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