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Tom Clarke

Sky News science editor providing expert analysis on scientific studies and public-health claims; appears to explain evidence around paracetamol and autism in this episode.

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Sep 23, 2025 • 19min

Paracetamol, President Trump and the myths about autism

Tom Clarke, Sky News science editor, clarifies the lack of evidence linking paracetamol and autism, debunking dangerous claims made by Donald Trump. Jessie Hewitson, an autistic mother and author, shares her insights on neurodiversity, advocating against viewing autism as a condition needing a cure. The discussion touches on the harmful echoes of vaccine misinformation, the history of mother-blaming in autism, and provides practical advice for parents navigating a new diagnosis. Their conversation emphasizes understanding and supporting autistic individuals.
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Feb 7, 2025 • 18min

Will Trump make space great again?

Tom Clarke, Sky News Science and Technology editor, discusses the fierce competition between the U.S. and China in the space race. He explores the ambitious Artemis program and its challenges, including rising costs and delays. With Trump pushing for renewed lunar missions, the conversation shifts to the potential of Mars as the next frontier. Clarke also highlights the changing dynamics at NASA, as private companies like SpaceX and Blue Origin gain traction. The interplay of politics and technology could reshape America’s cosmic ambitions.
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Feb 20, 2024 • 18min

Hacking the hackers: How cyber gang Lockbit was 'locked out'

Science and technology editor Tom Clarke discusses the takedown of cyber gang Lockbit by law enforcement agencies. They cover the ransomware attacks on UK bodies like the Royal Mail and the NHS, arrests of Russians, and the implications for other cyber gangs.
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Dec 21, 2023 • 21min

What 2023 has taught us about... science and technology

Science and technology editor Tom Clarke joins host Niall Paterson to discuss the rise of artificial intelligence, the impact of Elon Musk in the space industry, the COP 28 agreement and its significance in phasing out fossil fuels, recent developments in malaria vaccine, and the advancements and concerns surrounding AI in 2024.
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Aug 16, 2023 • 28min

AI - destroyer of journalism?

The podcast features guests like Madhumita Murgia, Tom Clarke, Eliz Mizon, and Jackson Ryan, discussing the impact of AI in journalism. They explore topics such as the use of AI in newsrooms, concerns about accuracy and bias, implementation of AI policies, transparency in journalism, implications of AI summarizing articles, and the future of AI in journalism.

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