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Robin Ince

Comedian and science enthusiast. Co-host of The Infinite Monkey Cage.

Top 5 podcasts with Robin Ince

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May 6, 2025 • 28min

Adult ADHD: Why are waiting lists for diagnoses so long?

In this engaging discussion, Robin Ince, a stand-up comedian and recent adult ADHD-diagnosed individual, shares his personal journey alongside Dr. Jessica Eccles, a psychiatrist specializing in ADHD assessment and living with the condition herself. They delve into the alarming length of waiting lists for diagnoses, with some people facing up to eight years of waiting. The conversation highlights the transformative impact of diagnosis and medication, challenges societal views on ADHD, and emphasizes the need for improved support systems and community awareness.
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Nov 30, 2009 • 25min

Science and Comedians

Former cosmologist Dara O'Briain and Dr Alice Roberts join physicist Brian Cox and comedian Robin Ince for a witty, irreverant and unashamedly rational look at the world according to science. They'll be asking why so many comedians seem to start life as scientists, and begin their quest to put science at the heart of popular culture.
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May 8, 2024 • 17min

The Infinite Monkey's Guide To… Failure

Anthropologist Alice Roberts joins Brian Cox and Robin Ince to discuss the importance of failure in science, highlighting how mistakes can lead to discoveries. They explore Darwin's theory flaws, the accidental creation of Viagra, and the challenges in drug development for global health. The podcast reflects on past failures in medicine, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the debate on exercise as a health solution.
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Apr 24, 2024 • 22min

The Infinite Monkey's Guide To… The Gods

Robin Ince, Brian Cox, and Eric Idle debate science, religion, and comedy. They question God's presence in gluten-free bread and ponder if religious beliefs will fade in an age of advancing science. The podcast explores intelligence and beliefs, suggesting a link between liberalism and higher IQ.
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Feb 21, 2024 • 43min

Could it be magic?

Brian Cox and Robin Ince delve into the science of magic with comedians and experts, exploring the psychology behind magic tricks and the brain's predictive nature. They discuss the art of card magic, misdirection techniques, and the therapeutic benefits of magic. The podcast highlights the intersection of magic and science, revealing the complexities and illusions behind captivating tricks.

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