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Zoe Keane
Evolution expert and science communicator from Tasmania who appears regularly as a guest on the show to discuss ecology, evolution and Tasmanian natural history.
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Nov 6, 2025
• 39min
Frisson, cryogenic freezing and thylacines
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Zoe Keane, an evolution expert and science communicator from Tasmania, dives into fascinating topics. She explains why Neil the Seal has wandered into Hobart and how thylacines resemble dogs due to convergent evolution. Discover how sniffing a fart works (or doesn’t) and the science behind music giving us goosebumps, known as frisson. Zoe also discusses the potential of sniffer dogs in detecting disease, the possibilities of cryogenic freezing, and even why moist hay bales can catch fire. It's a captivating blend of ecology, evolution, and quirky science!
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