Unexplainable

This podcast explores the mysterious increase in orca attacks on boats and speculates on whether the orcas are seeking revenge for pollution. It delves into the concept of whale culture and argues that animals can exhibit cultural behavior. The episode discusses the distinct languages, customs, and hunting techniques of different orca groups. It emphasizes the importance of respecting the culture of animals, like orcas, for their survival.

Comedian Wyatt Cenac plays a game show guessing climate mysteries. Exploring photosynthesis and clean fuel alternatives. Discussing carbon sinks and unexplained explosions in Siberia. Introduction to another podcast and sponsorship. Discovering missing carbon and the importance of tropical forests. Progress and gratitude in a long-term scientific project.

This podcast explores the mystery of rogue waves, including the baffling disappearance of the MS Munchen. It delves into the science behind rogue wave formation, the recreation of the first recorded rogue wave, and introduces the concept of Crucible Moments in business decisions. It also mentions the Doctorpus Bird War and offers a quick news update recommendation.

The podcast explores topics like the afterlife and the Battle of Actium, the forces of attraction and repulsion, wacky science and ancient philosophers' rational thinking, ancient belief systems and changing paradigms in science, Roman beliefs about garlic and magnets, and breakthroughs in understanding the universe and particle behavior.

This podcast explores the fascinating field of decoding people's thoughts using brain scans and AI. It discusses breakthroughs in translating brain signals into language, the privacy concerns surrounding thought decoding, and the potential of building a mind reading device. The podcast also delves into the use of everyday wearables to track brain activity and the ethical considerations in advancing neurotechnology.

Discussion on the increasing rates of nearsightedness worldwide and potential factors contributing to it such as excessive screen time and lack of outdoor activities. Exploring solutions for eye problems including reducing screen time and increasing outdoor activities. Exploring new treatments for myopia control such as eye drops, special contact lenses, and ortho K lenses. Speculation on the benefits of understanding the cause of myopia.

A scandal unfolds as a sprinter is disqualified for false starting after the gun goes off. The episode explores the challenge of measuring sprint start times and the use of science and technology in sports. It discusses the difficulties of setting and enforcing strict limits in sports and highlights a sprinter's journey of resilience after a false start. The podcast also touches on recent changes in the rules of World Athletics regarding false starts.

Scientists discuss the potential use of AI to translate animal communication and the challenges in understanding their sounds. The podcast explores the history of animal sound research, the possibility of language translation using AI, and the ethical implications and potential dangers of communicating with animals. It also delves into the risks and rewards of cross-species communication.

Sam Sanders, host of Vulture’s Into It podcast, is in the hot seat for a new episode of our game show. Can he guess which sandy mystery has been solved and which ones are still unexplainable? For more, go to http://vox.com/unexplainableIt’s a great place to view show transcripts and read more about the topics on our show.Also, email us! unexplainable@vox.comWe read every email.Support Unexplainable by making a financial contribution to Vox! bit.ly/givepodcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dogs were the first domesticated animal in history, emerging from wolves some 20,000 years ago. But how did wolves become dogs? To find the answer, scientists have to play with a lot of puppies.For more, go to http://vox.com/unexplainableIt’s a great place to view show transcripts and read more about the topics on our show.Also, email us! unexplainable@vox.comWe read every email.Support Unexplainable by making a financial contribution to Vox! bit.ly/givepodcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices