ScienceStuff
ScienceStuff
Ever wonder if your pet is lying to you, what's inside a black hole, or whether you'd survive being cryogenically frozen? With infectious curiosity, cartoonist and former roboticist Jorge Cham makes science fun and accessible as he answers your biggest questions on the ScienceStuff podcast.Social links:
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The Science of Imagination
What's happening in your brain when you're being imaginative? And can it affect your mental health? Jorge talks to two neuroscientists to imagine the possibilities.
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ScienceStuff Classic: What is a Quantum Computer?
What is this mysterious technology, and how is it going to affect our lives? Jorge talks to a Quantum scientist and visits their lab to see and hear these machines in action. This episode originally aired March 17, 2025. We will be back with a new episode next week!
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Why Does the Year Have 365 Days in It?
Happy New Year! To celebrate, we're digging into the science of the year: Why is it 365 days, is it changing, and will we always celebrate New Year's the same way? Plus, we recap our favorite episodes of the year.
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Why Is the North Pole Moving?
Santa better pack his bags because the North Pole is on the move. Jorge talks to planetary scientist Matt Siegler to find out what's causing this magnetic shift.
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BONUS: Can a Dog Talk to a Cat?
Jorge catches up with science fiction author Mary Robinette Kowal to learn what her cat and dog have to say.
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Can We Communicate with Animals?
Can you chat with your cat? Or dialogue with your dog? Jorge talks to Christina Hunger and Federico Rossano about the global movement to teach pets to talk.
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The Nobel Winning Trick Behind All Your Devices
It won the Nobel Prize in 2025, but what is it and what can you do with it? Jorge talks to one of the Nobel Prize winners to get the inside scoop.
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Is Love an Addiction?
Why are we so hooked on love? Jorge and neuroscientist Dwayne Godwin take a deep dive into the loving brain.
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Is It Safe to Edit Your DNA?
Want to upgrade yourself and be taller, fitter or smarter? You could do it by editing your genes. But is it safe, or ethical? Jorge talks with two gene experts to get the answers.
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How to Build a Real Lightsaber
Wrrraaohhh! Is it possible to make a REAL lightsaber that can glow, cut, and feel solid? Jorge duels with four physicists (or is it physi-Siths?) to find out.
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