Described as “the biggest thing since dark energy”, the recent detection of gravitational waves from the afterglow of the big bang confirms a significant theory in cosmology. Astronomer Dr. Alan Duffy joins us to explain it all.
SoT 95: Bacterial Hugs
- April 2, 2013
- Tagged as: astronomy, bacteria, evolution, inflation, IVF, roller derby, space, Voyager
Where’s Voyager? Roller derby and bacteria, 3-donor IVF, bacteria that commit suicide and the real age of the Universe.
Podcast Reviews
- Great Show
September 6, 2012 by Volk613 from AustraliaAlways informative, often entertaining. Great selection of regulars with a variety of interests and expertise. Also great guests with and Australian focus.
- Great science roundup
July 23, 2012 by SB AUST. from AustraliaNice to hear science news from an Aussie perspective and with a good dose of humour. Great work!
- Fun and smartJune 17, 2012 by wertys from Australia
I have enjoyed this podcast b/c it is very funny banter about science stories but there is also a serious edge to the analysis. It's proof that you can be amusing and entertaining as well as giving the science content its due. Highly recommended weekly listening.