Clinicians and researchers discuss trials for Long Covid treatments, including HIV drugs and monoclonal antibodies. A symbiosis expert introduces the new organelle called nitroplast. They explore the benefits of having nitrogen-fixing organelles in cells and the challenges of studying and treating Long Covid

Researcher Eric Guiry discusses how rats arrived in the Americas with European colonists. The podcast also delves into the legacy of Lucy, a potential human ancestor, and the challenges in determining her direct lineage amidst new discoveries in paleoanthropology research.

Roboticist Hod Lipson discusses teaching robots to predict human smiles through mirror learning for improved communication. Professor Margaret Handley shares a personal letter connecting her family, a rare mandolin, and her career in public health and homelessness. The episode highlights the challenges of robots learning nonverbal cues, the emotional influences on career choices in science, and the connections between personal experiences, music, and public health.

New clinical trials for treatments of fatal prion diseases and the impact of organic farms on pesticide use. Prions are misfolded proteins causing brain damage. Organic farms reduce pesticide use, but conventional farms use more when near organic ones.

Discover why infants' memories fade and how the brain encodes generalized fear. From infantile amnesia to the lingering effects of fear on the brain, this podcast explores fascinating neuroscience topics. Uncover the mysteries of memory formation and fear responses, with implications for conditions like Alzheimer's and anxiety disorders like PTSD.

Exploring the genetic history of India through large genome sequencing, including interactions with Neanderthals. Discussion on the role of vitamin A in skin repair and stem cell plasticity, highlighting its impact on hair growth and wound healing.

The podcast delves into dehydrating the stratosphere to combat climate change by using cloud-seeding, while also exploring the evolution of medical robots controlled by magnets. They discuss the futuristic applications of drones for geoengineering and the advancements in medical robotics inspired by science fiction predictions.

Topics include snake evolution and diverse traits, using space science for social good, ancient horse migration in North America, AI in medical research, and urgency in collecting natural history data for species conservation

Former MythBuster Adam Savage discusses science communication and his current projects. They also explore the science of blueberries and how wax causes their blue color. The podcast includes a discussion on organoid therapies for digestive diseases.

Researchers discuss a new kind of magnetism in nature that could lead to advancements in electronics. They also explore how air pollution affects pollinators and their activities, potentially disrupting nocturnal plant-pollinator interactions. The episode highlights the impact of smelly pollution on wildlife and the degradation of floral scents by pollutants.