
Curiosity Weekly
Welcome to Curiosity Weekly from Discovery, hosted by Dr. Samantha Yammine. Once a week, we’ll bring you the latest and greatest in scientific discoveries and break down the details so that you don’t need a PhD to understand it. From neuroscience to climate tech to AI and genetics, no subject is off-limits. Join Sam as she interviews expert guests and investigates the research guiding some of the most exciting scientific breakthroughs affecting our world today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Latest episodes

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May 31, 2024 • 13min
Paralysis Recovery, Bee Architecture, Perinatal Treatment
Discover how a paralyzed man is regaining mobility through stem cell therapy, unravel the mysteries of bee architecture and social learning, and explore the potential benefits of esketamine injections for postpartum depression in new mothers.

May 30, 2024 • 11min
Brain Stimulation, Fractal Molecule, Bonobos
Explore how non-invasive brain stimulation can alleviate anxiety and depression in older adults, discover the first molecular fractal in nature, and uncover a new study that challenges the idea of bonobos as peace-loving primates.

May 29, 2024 • 10min
AI Medical Research, Watching Sports, Blinking
Discover how AI is revolutionizing medical research in the fight against diseases like cancer. Find out how watching sports can boost your sense of well-being and mental health. Uncover the fascinating reasons behind why we blink so much and how it relates to our visual perception.

May 24, 2024 • 11min
Romantic Traits, Heart & Gut, Canine Play
Today's podcast discusses the most valued traits in romantic partners, a link between gut bacteria and heart health, and how dogs can make kids healthier. The traits of intelligence and kindness top the list, certain gut bacteria can lower heart disease risk, and dogs can increase children's physical activity levels.

May 23, 2024 • 12min
Diversified Farming, Sense of Smell, Simple Rhythms
Learn about the benefits of diversifying farms with no downsides, how our sense of smell is influenced by other senses, and the universal preference for simple rhythms in music. Dive into the world of diversified farming, predictive coding theory in cognitive science, smell perception, and global rhythm preferences on this intriguing podcast.

May 22, 2024 • 12min
Dark Energy, Electric Rain, Chickadees
Discover new findings on dark energy challenging existing theories, extracting electricity from raindrops for renewable energy, and uncovering chickadees' memory barcodes for food stashing.

May 17, 2024 • 11min
Recovered Whales, Old Salmon Cans, Climate Change & Time
Learn about the positive recovery of gray whale populations, the insights from decades-old canned salmon, and how climate change is impacting the Earth's rotation and time measurement

May 16, 2024 • 11min
Cooling Windows, Mars & Erosion, Didgeridoo Slumber
Explore an AI-designed window film to keep your house cool, Mars' impact on deep-sea erosion, and how playing the didgeridoo can help treat sleep apnea. Learn about transparent window coatings, gravitational interactions between Mars and Earth, and the benefits of circular breathing for sleep apnea relief.

May 15, 2024 • 10min
Artificial Reef, Glasses & Income, AC DNA
Discover how an artificial reef can protect marine life and reduce storm damage, the impact of owning glasses on income in low-income countries, and how air conditioner DNA is used in solving crimes. Dive into the world of innovative solutions for coastal protection and economic empowerment.

May 10, 2024 • 10min
Solar Drinking Water, Forgetting Memories, Super-Earth
Solar Drinking Water: A revolutionary system turns saltwater into drinking water with solar power. Forgetting Memories: Insights into how the brain chooses which memories to keep or forget. Super-Earth: Discovering a planet with a permanent dark side, hinting at unique planetary conditions.
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