Dr Karl Podcast

Whether you listen on the radio every Thursday, on YouTube or from your podcast feed, we've taken the show you know and love and brought it to the live stage!

What's on the other side of a black hole? How hot does 'hot' go? And seriously, what came first: the chicken or the egg?Dr Karl and Krystal De Napoli answer these questions and more on triple j Mornings with Lucy Smith during National Science Week.

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Why is gossip so irresistible? Which is faster between heating and cooling? And do we need to prepare for aliens this November?Dr Karl answers these questions and more on triple j Mornings with Lucy Smith. 

How old is space? Why do we need sleep? And what determines our poop schedule?Dr Karl answers these questions and more on triple j Mornings with Lucy Smith. 

Why do back scratches feel so divine? The show dives into the fascinating world of taste buds, revealing the quirky science behind food perceptions and genetics. Ever heard of 'lie bumps'? They explore this tongue mystery and emphasize tongue care for better oral health. Hungry for humor? There's a comical take on coffee and how milk alters its flavor, plus a look into how mosquitoes react to alcohol. Finally, sleep conundrums like night sweats and the unique traits of animals keep things lively and informative!

Delve into the mysteries of dirt and its health benefits while uncovering how viruses play a role in human evolution. Explore Australia’s apocalypse readiness, with survival essentials and the unique challenges of import reliance. Unravel the complexities of longevity in both humans and dogs, and discover the oddities of size and lifespan through Peto's Paradox. Plus, uncover fascinating insights into nerve function, the science of preserving flowers, and how your environment affects nail growth.

How do First Nations teachings inform modern-day science? Do animals love the same way humans do? And how do spiders find their way home?Dr Karl, Corey Tutt and Tiahni Adamson answer these questions and more for this NAIDOC Week special of Science Hour on triple j Mornings with Lucy Smith. 

Clancy Lester, a bee expert and environmental educator known as the bee man, joins Bianca Nogrady, a passionate beekeeper. They discuss the intriguing personalities of bees and the misconceptions surrounding local honey as an allergy remedy. The conversation highlights the critical role of stingless bees in ecosystems and agriculture, as well as the declining populations of native bees. They also evaluate the effectiveness of commercial bee hotels, urging better practices for bee conservation and emphasizing the fascinating dynamics within bee colonies.

Could we evolve into sea being if we were in water enough? What causes knots in your muscles? And do fish ever get thirsty?Bianca Nogrady answers these questions and more on triple j Mornings with Lucy Smith.