S1 Ep50: Madlove: Designing the Asylum (ft. James Leadbitter)
What does good mental health look like? What does it sound like, feel like, smell like and taste like? These are the questions that James Leadbitter has built Madlove on, a utopian design for better mental health spaces. Born from his own experiences in mental health hospitals James asks if there can be a positive way in which to go mad? Plus find out what our listeners think of the 5 senses of...
52m Nov 28, 2016
52m
S1 Ep49: Design for Science (ft. Anne Odling-Smee)
What is design? Why does science need design? And how do you design for effective communication? Renowned designer Anne Odling-Smee has the answers! Coming from an arts world, she's been designing for science communication since 2011 and shares the challenges and triumphs of her work so far. Plus she challenges Matilda and Producer Kyle to a 'Poster-Off', and shares her top tips for clear and e...
51m Nov 17, 2016
51m
S1 Ep48: Death, Dead, and Deadly (ft. Jamie Upton)
It's a halloween special on the science of DEATH with Dr Jamie Upton, death-enthusiast and founder of Art Necro. Full of DEAD-ly facts about body decomposition, real life zombies, and science's best explanations for those life-after-death experiences, we also muse on how science is redefining death, and celebrate our ultimate demise with Toxic Cocktails! Grab your shaker and join the party. Mi...
54m Oct 30, 2016
54m
S1 Ep47: Early Modern Medicine (ft. Jen Evans)
Taking us back in time to the 17th century, Dr Jennifer Evans shares the good, the gory, and the downright gross, of early modern medicine. From crazy infertility tests, to cures with pigeon's bottoms and dead puppies (I know!), everything stems from an imbalance of humours. Plus we make our own ancient remedy for the common cold so if you're feeling sneezy grab some claret wine and currents an...
52m Oct 26, 2016
52m
S1 Ep46: What's Wrong With Economics? (ft. Rob Levy)
We are living in unprecedented economic times - a whole generation will be worse off than their parents - what went wrong?! Economist Rob Levy sorts the myths from the money and explains why "a lot of economics is balls". Get your tenners ready for our irrational Ultimatum Game and find out why government austerity is very different from personal jam-induced debt - Matilda even learns a new wor...
52m Sep 27, 2016
52m
S1 Ep45: Mega Magma (ft. Lois Salem)
It's the Rock BNOC herself, Lois Salem, talking rocks, magma and volcanoes!
48m Aug 29, 2016
48m
S1 Ep44: Geek Pop (ft. Jonny Berliner)
A Science Mixtape first, we bring you the pioneer of Geek Pop himself, Jonny Berliner, playing live on the show! With songs on everything from the Higgs Boson to DNA Jonny shares his fascinating songwriting process with us and the stories behind his songs. Plus we get all musical ourselves making 'tissue box guitars' and Matilda takes on Jonny in the world's worst scientific rap battle. #scien...
48m Aug 14, 2016
48m
S1 Ep43: Virtual Futures (almost featuring Luke Robert Mason)
This week we look towards the future with a 'virtual' Luke Robert Mason, co-founder and director of Virtual Futures. We bring you the top 5 futurist predictions for 2100, a coin-tossing Freakonomics Experiment to help us decide our own future, and explore the power of language in science, shaping how we think about the world. We also discuss the ultimate question - what does it mean to be human...
48m Jul 31, 2016
48m
S1 Ep42: A Brexit Special (ft. Mun Keat Looi)
It's a Brexit special as prize-winning science journalist, Mun Keat Looi, joins us to unpick what Brexit will mean for UK science. Will we lose our world reknowed research reputation? How can we connect with a country that's fed-up of experts? Plus Producer Yas challenges Matilda and Mun Keat with her 'EU Crazy' quiz, and we scour the internet for some happier science news. 03:55 - Brexit Affe...
49m Jul 03, 2016
49m
S1 Ep41: Jugular: A Science/Art Weekender (ft. Shama Rahman)
We bring you Jugular's Art/Science Weekender with neuroscientist, musician, and creativity specialist, Dr Shama Rahman, founder of 'Jugular: Connecting the Head and the Heart'. Shama is joined by Dr Cassandra Gould (emotional heart research), physicist Kishan Manani (heart rhythm research) and science journalist Katherine Templar-Lewis, as they take us through the inspiration behind their lates...
49m Jun 12, 2016
49m
S1 Ep40: Oily Glory (ft. Tim Beeson-Jones)
This week we get oily and wet as fluid mechanics researcher Tim Beeson-Jones takes us into a world of viscous fingering and flowing interfaces. It's an episode with more innuendos than even this blurb. He also shares his thoughts on the energy debate and intrigues us with an experiment that involves both cake batter and a drill. Oh, and our weekly science news takes a more experimental structur...
46m Jun 04, 2016
46m
S1 Ep39: Ali Heart Astrocytes (ft. Ali Jennings)
The brain - but not as you know it! This week it's all about astrocytes - the most numerous cells in our brain but also the most mysterious. Ali Jennings also shares his lab experiences, from crazy Russian scientists, to what the emotional challenge of working with rats. Plus Matilda and Ali challenge each other with temperature perception experiments! If you eat mint leaves and chilli at the s...
49m May 22, 2016
49m
S1 Ep38: 10% Human (ft. Alanna Collen)
From your body shape and fat mass, to mental health and allergies, this week Alanna Collen gives us an insight into how big an effect the tiny microbes in our gut can have - as well as tips on how to make sure you're cultivating the best ones! Plus your weekly science news and a fermented ketchup recipe.
43m May 10, 2016
43m
S1 Ep37: Spectroscopy Mix (ft. Robert Thompson)
Light doesn't only let us see things, it can also reveal what exactly they're made of. Everything from the composition of stars, to the difference between a healthy cell and a cancerous one. Robert Thompsom 'shines a light' on the wonders of spectroscopy, as well as organic electronics (the future of tech!) and how to make your very own spectrometer with only a cereal box and a CD. Plus our wee...
45m Apr 19, 2016
45m
S1 Ep36: Smart Materials & Nanotechnology (ft. Kate Oliver)
This week we get smart and small with Schrodinger's Kitten aka Kate Oliver, a researcher at Bristol University who takes us into the fascinating world of smart materials and nanotechnology! From the challenges of 3D printing jelly, to her top 5 smart materials, the future of toilets, and even a DNA nanobot, prepare to be amazed at what we can already do and where this exciting area is headed. P...
47m Apr 19, 2016
47m
S1 Ep35: Art X Neuro Science (ft. Rachel Bedder)
This week we're joined by Rachel Bedder, the Science Curator of AXNS, who shares their fascinating projects challenging the divisions between 'art' and 'science'. Plus we get experimental with some Colour Volcanoes, creating our own version of the artist's palette. #science #mixtape #experiment #live #radio #research #art #neuroscience #artist #palette #vision
46m Apr 19, 2016
46m
S1 Ep34: The H-Bomb (ft. Robert Downes)
This week we return to events of early 2016 when North Korea claimed they'd tested a Hydrogen Bomb. Dr Robert Downes, whose research specialises in nuclear security, reveals why it probably wasn't a hydrogen bomb, the incredible challenge of predicting terrorist events, and helps us set off a coke-based explosion of our own! #science #mixtape #experiment #live #radio #hydrogen #bomb #nuclear #...
46m Apr 19, 2016
46m
S1 Ep33: How To Mend A Broken Heart (ft. Nina Chhita)
In the wake of Valentine's Day, Nina Chhita joins us to answer that ever present question - how can you mend a broken heart? We explore the many scientific advances in growing organs, causes of heart disease, and whether one day we could regenerate like the salamander. Plus how to make a DIY stethoscope and the the sounds of common heart murmurs! It's time to tune in to your heart. #science #m...
42m Apr 19, 2016
42m
S1 Ep32: Insects (ft. Tim Cockerill)
This week it's an insect special with Dr Tim Cockerill! They may be small, but that doesn't stop them from being great. Join us to hear all about his fascinating research in Borneo and Papua New Guinea, how spiders use electrostatic attraction to catch their prey and what a real flea circus involves. Plus an explosive demonstration for how some insects get their water, and our discovery of what...
41m Apr 19, 2016
41m
S1 Ep31: Ageing (ft. Andrew Steele)
This week we delve into the age old problem of AGEING. Why does it happen and can we ever stop it? Dr Andrew Steele wows us with tales of biological immortality, theories why ageing might be good, and what the safest age is to be. Plus an experiment with 3D glasses! #science #mixtape #experiment #live #radio #ageing #older #immortality #research
44m Apr 17, 2016
44m
S1 Ep30: Maritime Archeology (ft. Chris Dobbs)
This week maritime archeologist, Christopher Dobbs, brings us science and stories from the deep. He has spent 30 years raising and preserving Henry VIII's famous battleship, the Mary Rose, performing over 1,000 dives to do so! Join us to hear their amazing findings, plus the science of maritime archaeology, a diving buoyancy experiment, and the UK's oldest golf clubs! #science #mixtape #experi...
47m Apr 17, 2016
47m
S1 Ep29: Natural Ventilation (ft. Andy Acred)
How many earth's do we need to sustain our current lifestyles? Why is lego-man-Nigel stuck underwater? And what is sick building syndrome?! With all the answers and more, green engineer Dr Andy Acred talks natural ventilation, the world's newest megacity, and geo-footprints. Plus a thermal plume experiment! #science #mixtape #experiment #live #radio #building #cities #megacity #green #natural ...
39m Apr 17, 2016
39m
S1 Ep28: The Science Of Star Wars (ft. Jonny O'Callaghan)
It's the SCIENCE OF STAR WARS with physicist and space reporter Jonny O'Callaghan! From light sabres to death stars, hyperspace to alien life, what's possible and what's not? And why do their space flights completely defy the laws of physics? Plus Producer Kyle reveals how to make your very own blaster sound effect! #science #mixtape #experiment #live #radio #star #wars #blaster #sound #sfx #l...
43m Apr 14, 2016
43m
S1 Ep27: Viruses (ft. Ben Bleasdale)
We all know that viruses cause disease but this week Dr Ben Bleasdale (#virusexpert) opens our ears to fossil viruses living in our DNA, the gifts that viruses have given us, and the gruesome realities of a zombie viruses! Parasites are actually way ahead of the game here, spot the suicidal grasshoppers and you'll see what I mean. We also extract DNA from a kiwi and bring our weekly science new...
45m Apr 14, 2016
45m
S1 Ep26: Exoplanets And Beyond (ft. Katy Savage)
This week planetary scientist Katy Savage takes us out of this world as we talk exoplanets, alien life, and the UKs very own astronaut, Tim Peake. Plus we look at Galaxy Zoo and how you too can be a space scientist. Galaxy Zoo: http://www.galaxyzoo.org/Planet Hunters: https://t.co/hJn63CqDBjVideo of exoplanets discovered so far: https://t.co/r0tMJpxSxV #science #mixtape #experiment #live #rad...
37m Apr 13, 2016
37m
S1 Ep25: Christmas Decorations (ft. Matt Allinson)
It's the start of advent and christmas decorations galore. Chemist and science writer, Matt Allinson, talks the future of christmas lights, surprising uses of fake snow, and how your advent chocolate is quite like steel. Plus of course our weekly science news with an excellent explanation of Einstein's General Relativity. #science #mixtape #experiment #live #radio #advent #christmas #decoratio...
45m Apr 11, 2016
45m
S1 Ep24: Emotional Advertising (ft. Patrick Fagan)
It's finally arrived, that time of year when the big brands release their annual Christmas adverts. But why do they capture our hearts so and do they really encourage us to buy? Patrick Fagan, behaviour scientist and consumer expert, reveals how emotional advertising works, why we buy online, and even an experiment to measure YOUR emotional response to the John Lewis advert. Experiment link: h...
45m Apr 11, 2016
45m
S1 Ep23: Gunpowder, Treason, And Plot (ft. Paul Battersby)
A special Bonfire-Night-Themed mix! Dr Paul Battersby, a Research Fellow in fire and explosives, shares the history of explosives and dynamite, how we make fireworks, and how he got into the job where you just blow stuff up everyday. Plus our weekly science news and this week's experiment - how to breathe fire. #science #mixtape #experiment #live #radio #bonfire #firework #gunpowder #explosion...
41m Apr 11, 2016
41m
S1 Ep22: The Horror Of Rugby (ft. Allyson Pollock)
A Rugby-World-Cup / Halloween special, we bring you, THE HORROR OF RUGBY! Allyson Pollock, Professor of Public Health, reveals the horrifying statistics and injuries behind our nation's favourite game, plus how to make ghostly M&Ms, why we enjoy scary films, and the world's most dangerous animal... DUN DUN DUNNNNN. #science #mixtape #experiment #live #radio #halloween #rugby #horror #injury #r...
45m Apr 10, 2016
45m
S1 Ep21: Cheating Sleep (ft. Akshat Rathi)
Former chemist turned science journalist, Akshat Rathi, recounts his year long self-experiment in polyphasic sleep - sleeping only 4.5 hours in every 24! Also in the mix, lucid dreaming, what do elephants and naked mole rats have in common, how to make an ocean in a bottle, and the most relaxing song ever. EVER. According to the British Academy of Sound Therapy that is. More about how Akshat c...
45m Apr 10, 2016
45m
S1 Ep20: Modern Hunter-Gatherers (ft. Mark Dyble)
This week evolutionary anthropologist Mark Dyble brings us modern hunter-gatherers, ancient feminism, and lazy ants! Plus an overview of the Nobel Prizes and a survey of social networks (a Science Mixtape first!) Do they still correspond to Dunbar's number? Tune in to find out. #science #mixtape #experiment #live #radio #anthropology #hunter #gatherer #dunbar #feminism #ants #nobel #social #ne...
49m Apr 10, 2016
49m
S1 Ep19: Rise Of The Machines (ft. Jack Fitzsimmons)
It's the rise of the machines! Joined by Jack Fitzsimons, from the Oxford University Machine Learning Research Group, we look at how they learn, what they can do, and what the future might hold, as well as an experiment in probability and your weekly science news. #science #mixtape #experiment #live #radio #machine #learning #robot #future #probability #research
41m Apr 10, 2016
41m
S1 Ep18: Mysteries Of Our Universe (ft. Caroline Reid)
This week physics reporter Caroline Reid takes us to the edge of physics and back again as we explore the mysteries of our universe! Expect dark matter, dark energy, and multiple universes, plus how to make colours move in milk. #science #mixtape #experiment #live #radio #physics #mysteries #multiple #universe #dark #matter #energy #milk #research
51m Apr 10, 2016
51m
S1 Ep17: Sexual Healing (ft. Hannah Wilson)
It's a pretty sexy show for you this week, as clinical researcher Hannah Wilson talks sex hormones, pheromones and the future of the NHS. We also write a secret message using milk and an iron. #science #mixtape #experiment #live #radio #sex #hormones #testosterone #oestrogen #cancer #nhs #secret #message
42m Apr 10, 2016
42m
S1 Ep16: Happiness and Tears (ft. Fiona Rutherford)
This week we're joined by psychology researcher Fiona Rutherford, as she takes us on an emotional ride through happiness, sadness, and working for Buzzfeed. Also featuring an audio illusion, the Tritone Effect! #science #mixtape #experiment #live #radio #happiness #sadness #psychology #emotions #tritone #audio #illusion #research
40m Apr 09, 2016
40m
S1 Ep15: Head Case (ft. Yasmin Galbraith)
This week we go all neuroscience with Yasmin Galbraith as she tells us about Ataxia UK, reaction times and exploding head syndrome (which she has!) Plus news of a new brain surgery technique and "is science broken?" - the Psychology Reproducibility Project publishes it's results. #science #mixtape #experiment #live #radio #ataxia #psychology #exploding #head #mind #senses #reaction #research #...
38m Apr 09, 2016
38m
S1 Ep14: Beer and Brewing (ft. Chris Holdin)
Join us for the science of BEER and BREWING, how to bloom your own yeast, breathable alcohol, and the secret ingredient that led to Chris Holdin's worst brewing experience ever. Plus we share our favourite hangover cures. What a show. #science #mixtape #experiment #live #radio #yeast #beer #brewing #brewery #alcohol #ale #lager #hangover
40m Apr 07, 2016
40m
S1 Ep13: Festival Science (ft. Will Hunter)
This week we're joined by Will Hunter, the Associate Curator of Einstein's Garden! Einstein's Garden is a fusion of science, art and nature which takes place at Green Man Festival every year, featuring a playful combination of performances, workshops and installations. Learn this years theme and the exciting acts they've got lined up, the challenge of event science, plus an Einstein thought exp...
43m Apr 07, 2016
43m
S1 Ep12: Monkey Business (ft.Josh Davies)
This week ape researcher Josh Davies brings us his monkey business with drunk chimps, bonobo linguistics, slippery banana science and some #fieldworkfails. We also look at the Brazil Nut Effect and Matilda takes on Josh at his own game, or rather, Producer Aamna's game - a battle of primate calls. One not to miss! #science #mixtape #experiment #live #radio #primate #monkey #ape #gorilla #brazi...
41m Apr 07, 2016
41m
S1 Ep11: Making Information Beautiful (ft. Ros Pearce)
This week Ros Pearce from Carbon Brief shares how she makes information beautiful, why Cecil the Lion was important, the end of Ebola and cars that can be hacked! Scary stuff that last one. Go on, give us a listen. #science #mixtape #experiment #live #radio #carbon #climate #climatechange #infographic #cecil #ebola #hack
40m Apr 06, 2016
40m
S1 Ep10: IFLS Mix (ft. Aamna Mogate)
This week we have IFLS Science Journalist Aamna Mogate on the show! As well as Pluto's flyby, worms that hitchhike in slug guts, the ethics of blanket bans and homeopathy on the NHS, we also delve deep into THE SCIENCE OF GAME OF THRONES! We have totally spoiled you. #science #mixtape #experiment #live #radio #science #journalism #gameofthrones #ethics
48m Apr 06, 2016
48m
S1 Ep9: Summer Scrubs (ft. Dr Tristan Withers)
This week we have a doctor in the studio! Tune in for some fascinating science news, the dangers of our very hot July, an attempt at 4th of July firework bags, tennis technology and how life as a Junior Doctor really is a little like Scrubs, with special guest Dr. Tristan Withers. #science #mixtape #experiment #live #radio #medicine #doctor #scrubs #junior #heatstroke #cystic #fibrosis #tennis
44m Apr 06, 2016
44m
S1 Ep8: "Time For The Weather" (ft. Matt Hay)
This week we have weather forecaster Matt Hay in the studio as we chat snow, make clouds in a bottle, and decide what to do with our leap second! Winter is Coming. #science #mixtape #experiment #live #radio #weather #snow #storm #cloud #bottle #winter #winteriscoming #forecast #leapsecond
47m Apr 06, 2016
47m
S1 Ep7: Animals, Biodiversity, And Conservation (ft. Seb Dunnett)
Your weekly dose of science news, experiments, and this week lots of cool animal facts! Joined by conservation scientist Seb Dunnett, we discuss boxing shrimps, biodiversity, and the world's 6th mass extinction. #science #mixtape #experiment #live #radio #animals #shrimp #biodiversity #extinction #conservation #research #protection
40m Apr 06, 2016
40m
S1 Ep6: Particle Accelerator Mix (ft. Rob Shalloo)
We're joined this week by Laser Physicist Rob Shalloo to chat beach bums, earthquakes, and how to make the world's smallest fastest particle accelerators. #science #mixtape #experiment #live #radio #laser #particle #accelerator #earthquake #physics #research
44m Apr 05, 2016
44m
S1 Ep5: Light, Lasers and Quantum Computing (ft. Kyle Major)
This week we look at LIGHT - how to make a sunset in a glass, what lasers really are, and chat to physicist Kyle Major who is trying to build a computer that works on light! #science #mixtape #experiment #live #radio #laser #light #sunset #computer #research #physics
44m Apr 04, 2016
44m
S1 Ep4: Beer and BBQs (ft. Chris Clarke)
To celebrate the start of Summer we bring you a Science Club food special with "mad food scientist" Chris Clarke, looking at the science behind perfect BBQs, why milk is white, and fascinating facts about the bubbles in your beer. #science #mixtape #experiment #live #radio #beer #bbq #milk #bubbles #food #research
44m Apr 04, 2016
44m
S1 Ep3: Birthday Mix (ft. Pete Brook)
It's a birthday special this week as we learn about the science of cakes and how to make a DIY party popper! Also joined by our special guest Pete Brook telling us about severe asthma and the science of film-making. #science #mixtape #experiment #radio #live #birthday #cake #partypopper #asthma #research
39m Apr 04, 2016
39m
S1 Ep2: Environmental Mix (ft. Charlie Cotton)
This week we 're joined by special guest Charlie Cotton as we talk cool environment technologies, would you rather give up meat or give up driving, and make raisins dance! #science #mixtape #environment #experiment #raisins #dancing #vegetarian #veggie #climatechange
44m Apr 04, 2016
44m
S1 Ep1: Epigenetics Mix (ft. Peter Hill)
Our first ever Science Mixtape (formerly the Saturday Science Club) features Peter Hill, epigeneticist from Imperial College London, as well as how to burst a balloon with an orange, and the power of Facebook when it comes to voting. #science #mixtape #experiment #news #orange #balloon #epigenetics #Facebook
35m Apr 03, 2016
35m