Dr Karl Podcast

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Jul 6, 2023 • 39min

Astronomy, Animals and Radio Waves

How does First Nations Astronomy differ? How do Wombats clean their pouch? How can we trick our memory?Dr Karl, Corey Tutt and Krystal De Napoli answers these questions and more, on triple j Mornings with host Lucy Smith.
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Jun 29, 2023 • 38min

Winter chills, Electricity & Mud

Why do some people feel the cold more than others? What state is electricity? Where does all the sweat, bevvies and yucky stuff go after a music festival?Dr Karl answers these questions and more, on triple j Mornings with host Lucy Smith.
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Jun 22, 2023 • 38min

Rainbows, Goosebumps and The Winter Solstice

Why do the deceased still get goosebumps? Can you smell sickness? And you'll meet, the Rainbow Chasers.Dr Karl answers these questions and more, on triple j Mornings with host Lucy Smith.
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Jun 15, 2023 • 40min

Merging galaxies, sound barriers & anesthetic

Where did snakes evolve from? Is it possible to be at a standstill in the universe? Could a human head survive if detached from the body?Dr Karl answers these questions and more, on triple j Mornings with host Lucy Smith.
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Jun 8, 2023 • 35min

Antimatter, Blood Pressure & Gravity Simulators

How much of the Ocean is undiscovered? Can our body become immune to Cold & Flu tablets? What on earth is Anti-matter?!Dr Karl answers these questions and more, on triple j Mornings with host Lucy Smith.
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Jun 1, 2023 • 35min

Earthquakes, Testosterone & Coffee Poo

How do earthquakes work in Australia? How do testosterone levels affect our body? Why do we need to poo after coffee?Dr Karl answers these questions and more, on triple j Mornings with host Lucy Smith.
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May 25, 2023 • 35min

Microwaves, Kissing & Breath Testing

Why do we close our eyes when we kiss? Where’s the best heating position in the microwave? How does alcohol breath testing work?Dr Karl answers these questions and more, on triple j Mornings with host Lucy Smith.
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May 18, 2023 • 38min

Sugar, Chewing & Metabolism

Why do we crave something sweet after dinner? Can supplements really affect our metabolism speed? Does cooking food affect the use by date?Dr Karl and special guest, Clare Collins, answers these questions and more, on triple j Mornings with host Lucy Smith.
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May 11, 2023 • 38min

Electronic Noses, Winter Snuffles & Space Sunburn

Can our hearts really sync to the music we play? Explore the fascinating speed of our nervous system and find out if helicopters can actually fly in space. Delve into why we get runny noses in winter and discover the science behind our sense of smell. Learn about NASA’s unique challenges with UV radiation and hear about the incredible resilience of a legendary Greek wrestler. Plus, uncover the secrets behind burning raisin toast and the lessons of buoyancy from Archimedes that apply to our everyday lives.
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Apr 27, 2023 • 0sec

Aurora Australis, budgies & coffee

Do all living things on earth sleep? Which alcohol is the worst for you? Does time ever skip a beat?Dr Karl answers these questions and more, on triple j Mornings with host Lucy Smith.

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