Ancient Rome’s most notorious doctor
Adults Health
History
Human
Learn about the Greek physician and philosopher Galen of Pergamon, whose experiments and discoveries changed medicine.
Superheroes are Saving Us WRONG
Adults Film
Media
Science
What's more classic than seeing a hero swoop in at the last minute to catch a civilian falling through the air?
Why Apollo Astronauts Trained at a Nuclear Test Site
Adults History
Human
Science
Apollo astronauts trained in nuclear bomb craters at the Nevada National Security Site. But why?Thanks Audible!
The Cruel Irony Of Air Conditioning
Adults Environment
Nature
Technology
The technology we use to keep cool is heating the world in a vicious feedback cycle, so we need to improve it and use it less.
Can We Turn Earth Into a Spaceship?
Adults Environment
Space
Technology
World ending disasters are common place in science fiction, and usually an inventive plan is required to save the day.
Can you solve the dark matter fuel riddle?
Adults Design
Education
Science
An ancient, abandoned alien space station has been discovered. Can you beat everyone in the galaxy and reach it first?
Could Your Phone Hurt You? Electromagnetic Pollution
Adults Health
Science
Technology
Electricity is all around us, all the time. It makes our lives easier, safer, more fun and most of us never think about it. But is there such a thing as too much electricity? Electronic devices emit an electromagnetic field, which is suspected to cause cancer. We read countless sources on this topic to summarize the results of the latest research for you.
What Does Xanax Really Do To Your Body?
Adults Health
Human
Industry
What is Xanax or Alprazolam? A popular drug of choice for teens and adults has some pretty bad side effects when used incorrectly.
The Romans flooded the Colosseum for sea battles
Adults Construction
Creativity
History
Dig in to the history of the Roman Empire’s staged gladiatorial naval battles and how they flooded the Colosseum to reenact famous battles.
Why We Should Invest In Rat Massage
Adults Human
Industry
Science
Basic research can seem wasteful, but it's actually a great economic investment.
What if a Radioactive Spider Bites You?
Adults Animals
Media
Science
Everyone knows that when you're bitten by a radioactive animal, you get superpowers... right? Kyle weaves a web of facts and math to ensnare the truth in this week's Because Science!
How a Fish Saved the Vikings
Adults History
Nature
Science
The Vikings suffered many hardships living in the north of Europe: long, cold winters and importantly a lack of sunlight. Luckily, they had cod.
Why You Shouldn’t Fear Death
Adults Human
Psychology
Science
The Dolan Twins, Cardi B and even YOU are going to die. So, this is how science can help you cope with death.
What Happens To Your Body If You Get Stabbed?
Adults Biology
Health
Human
The answer isn't just "YOU DIE"! *puts away katana*
Carbonara & Tunes | Jamie Oliver & Tom Walker
Adults Family
Film
Food
In the final part of the mini series with Tom Walker, Jamie couldn’t resist cooking up one of his, and the audiences favourite dishes - authentic Italian Carbonara! But in exchange Tom offered up a brilliant and exclusive song, just for you guys!
How to Turn Cancer Against Itself
Adults Biology
Health
Human
This video was made in partnership with the Swiss National Science Foundation.
Why You Shouldn’t Fear Death
Adults History
Human
Psychology
The Dolan Twins, Cardi B and even YOU are going to die. So, this is how science can help you cope with death.
Is Nuclear Power Actually Dangerous?
Adults Education
Media
Science
Kyle dives into more details of the Chernobyl disaster, responds to your comments, and more!
What makes TB the world's most infectious killer?
Adults Biology
Health
Human
Learn why tuberculosis, TB, is the world’s most infectious disease and how medical advancements are improving treatment.