The evolution of the anus, AI cybercrime and poison jellyfish

Published Apr 18, 2025, 6:00 PM

G'day science lovers! Buckle up, because today we're diving into everything from bottom-end evolution to deliberately poisoning yourself and your child with a deadly jellyfish (yes, really). Here’s a recap of our recent escapade through intriguing science headlines.

From evolutionary hand-me-downs to jellyfish on holiday, brain-powered symphonies to space algae, science keeps proving that reality is wilder than anything we could make up. Next time someone tells you science is boring, show them this episode - or better yet, tell them about the anus evolution. That'll get the conversation flowing.

00:00 Welcome to A Little Bit Of Science

00:39 The Evolution of the Anus

01:30 Scientific Theories and Genetic Studies

02:54 Early Animal Anatomy

10:59 Cybercrime and AI

17:50 Tech Bro Tales

28:04 Tough Scientists and Dangerous Beaches

30:58 Introduction to the Jellyfish Story

31:07 The Painful Effects of the Jellyfish Sting

31:48 Historical Accounts and Investigations

33:31 Jack Barnes' Quest for Answers

36:45 The Discovery of the Tiny Jellyfish

38:00 The Experiment with the Jellyfish

44:42 Modern Implications and Climate Change

47:19 Art and Science: The Revivification Installation

54:17 Potential Signs of Life on K2-18b

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