Sibling duo attempt to explain and discuss some fun science; banter and hilarity ensue.
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Embracing peace in a violent world can be a challenging and lonely experience. The Perisson Podcast features co-hosts Andrew Klager and Jarrod McKenna interviewing peacemakers from around the world who work in a variety of contexts to subvert empire by loving enemies, repaying evil with good, and embracing a nonviolent way of life — by "doing more (perisson) than others" (Mt. 5:20, 46–48). The responses of those we interview are meant to distill their "best of the best," their "aha moments," ...
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Travelling Science is the show that's sharing science with the world. We explore the latest research and discoveries with renowned scientists, doctors and science communicators from across the globe, hearing their stories and sharing their ideas that can help us to live smarter, happier and healthier lives. It's like health science communication on-demand!
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Epilepsy (ft. Dr Lauren Bleakley)
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Epilepsy: you've heard of it, you likely know people who have it, but do you know the science behind it? This month, Kade and Matt are joined by Dr Lauren Bleakley to find out just that. Stick around to the end of the episode for our listener question looking at the surprising benefits of chocolate milk! As always, you can find us @curiosityrat on …
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The Philosophy of Science (ft. Bodhi Houareau-Rose)
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This month, Kade and Matt are joined once again by Bodhi for a very special episode: The Philosophy of Science. This will be part 1 of 3 in a special series where we delve into some of the more abstract ideas about science itself. What is science? How effective is peer review? What is burden of proof? And much, much, much more. Make sure to check o…
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CKtR Flashback: Crying
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This month Kade & Matt take a break from recording to give listeners a blast from the past with their episode all about crying. Why do our eyes leak when we feel emotions, chop onions, or get poked in the eye? Do these scenarios lead to the creation of different types of tears? How are tears created? WHY? This episode, Kate and Matt delve into all …
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Improve Your Running To Improve Your Life with Run Coach Tom Simak
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This episode of Travelling Science is all about running! What you should be wearing, what you should be eating, how to prepare for a run, how to stretch after a run and most importantly, how to enjoy your run! Watch the video version of the podcast: https://youtu.be/38FK6w3gOF8 Tom Simak is a qualified running coach and co-founder of Wild Blue Perf…
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Acetylcholine: the greatest neurotransmitter you've never heard of. This month, Kade and Matt deep dive into what makes this chemical fascinating enough to make Kade spend the last 5 years of their life researching it. What does it do? How was it discovered? What makes it special? Listen to the end of the episode to hear Matt take on the role of as…
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Myotherapy, Massage and Muscle Healing with Elyse Zandegu
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This week we are discussing the science of muscles, massage and body healing through a variety of techniques such as; Needling, Lymph Draining, Calibrated Stretching, Cupping and more. Learn all about the science behind Myotherapy and how it can help with various health issues in the body. Check out the video of this episode here: https://youtu.be/…
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What’s REALLY in Your Drinking Water w/ Chemical Engineer Katie Vanderespt
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Where does our tap water come from, and what does it actually contain? Todays discussion with Katie Vanderespt uncovers how waste water is treated, how drinking water is disinfected, how water filtration works, and how to determine what is actually in your drinking water… Watch the video version: https://youtu.be/w5IgKmdwnCo Katie Vanderespt is a C…
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The Science of Narrative (ft. Riley)
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This episode on curiosity killed the rat, join Kade, Matt and Riley for a deep dive into the science of Narrative. How are human brains wired to understand the world via narrative, and how is this used both for and against us? We break down the concept of “narrative” into the components of setting, characters, and plot, and chat about some of the r…
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Influenza Viruses and Flu Vaccination: Understanding Your Immune System
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Should you get vaccinated against the flu this year? That is the question we are trying to answer in this episode of Travelling Science! We will be discussing how the influenza virus spreads between us and what you can do to protect yourself from getting sick this winter, vaccinated or not. We will also talk about how the flu vaccine works, what it…
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Antarctica 2: Electric Igloo (ft. Dr Jarrod McKenna)
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Welcome to season 5 of Curiosity Killed the Rat! To kick off the year, Kade and Matt welcome special guest Dr Jarrod McKenna onto the show once again to talk about his recent amazing experience visiting Antarctica: a place so cool it deserved another whole episode. What's it like to visit one of the most isolated places in the world as a tourist? H…
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Amazing Antarctica, Whale Tales and Penguin Problems with Dr. Jarrod McKenna
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Antarctica is suffering. Temperatures are heating up, the ice is melting, penguins are getting sick, whale numbers are dropping, krill are being overfished…and it impacts us more than we might realise. In this weeks episode of Travelling Science, Dr. Jarrod McKenna shares the good, the bad and the ugly of Antarctica. We discuss the importance of kr…
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How To Protect Your DNA with Epigeneticist, Dr. Amanda Khoury
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Today we’re talking all about epigenetics! What is it, how does it work and how can we use that information to protect our DNA and reduce our risk of diseases such as cancer. Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/yJTXCSDGDeE Dr. Amanda Khoury is a Cancer Epigeneticist who is driven by a deep curiosity to work out how our bodies work and ho…
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Bridge Engineering and Expert PhD Advice with Dr. Eva Lantsoght
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This episode shares some valuable PhD advice from Dr. Eva Lantsoght, host of the podcast “PhD Talk”. Our discussion focuses on the benefits and challenges of doing a PhD, and why you might consider doing (or not doing) a PhD. Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/Fjb3xKDEmns Dr. Lantsoght is a Professor of Structural Engineering at Univers…
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Master Your Mind: Vipassana Science & Meditating for 12 hours a day
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I recently travelled to India and participated in a 10-day Vipassana meditation course. In this episode I’m going to discuss what it involved, how it worked and the results that I observed after taking the course. Topics covered include: -Noble Silence, 10 days without speaking to another human -giving up all personal electronic devices -waking up …
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Synthetic Biology and Science Comedy with Dr. Taylor Szyszka
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How can we use microbes to improve our world? This is the kind of research that Dr. Taylor Szyszka lives for! Taylor is currently working on improving the process of photosynthesis in order to promote plant growth and improve crop yields, and she is also working on building novel nano-reactors that can do chemistry at a femtoliter scale. You can wa…
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Biochemistry V.s Law with Chloe the Scientist
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What’s more appealing; Biochemistry and molecular biology…or patent law? For Chloe Kirk, the answer is…both! This week, we are chatting with Chloe the Scientist about transitioning from the world of science to law. She shares her research on Amyloid proteins, why she is fascinated with patent law, and why things like science communication and diver…
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In one final episode for 2023 / season 4 of Curiosity Killed the Rat, Kade and Matt bring you an extended special reflecting on one of the biggest Australian milestones of 2023: the re-classification and approval of MDMA and Psilocybin to assist therapy. Kade leads us through the science accompanying the historical journey of these drugs; from thei…
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How You Can Use AI To Optimise Your Health
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In this episode we are discussing how artificial intelligence (AI) can be used to improve your life, and how can you utilise AI, TODAY, to live smarter, happier and healthier! AI is revolutionising our world! We hear about it in the news and online…but are YOU taking advantage of this new technology? Maybe, after this episode, you will be. We’re go…
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The "Cutting" Edge of Limb Transplantation with Dr. Aaron Dingle
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In this episode we chat with Dr. Aaron Dingle, a visionary in the field of tissue engineering and limb transplantation. From the University of Wisconsin, Aaron unravels the complexities of developing artificial limbs and neuroprosthetics, sharing how advancements in this area can drastically improve the lives of those with lost limbs. Fueled by imp…
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This episode, join Kade and Matt as they spin their way into the world of spider webs – just in time for Halloween! Learn about the absolute wonder that is spider silk: its incredible properties, how it is made, why humans can’t yet mass-produce it, and some of the interesting efforts scientists are trying to change that! Stick around for a listene…
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Using Psychology to Conserve Nature with Dr. Lily van Eeden
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This week we are trying to solve nature conservation problems using social psychology. Humans are a part of nature, and we need to be responsible for protecting it rather than potentially irreversible damage. During our conversation, we discuss topics such as animal control, green prescriptions, Australian Dingoes, Canadian super wolves, spying on …
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Treating Mental Health & Addiction with Manny Nsien
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This episode looks at the science of addiction; What is addiction, what causes addiction and how can we treat addiction? We also discuss mental health issues and how they can have a huge impact on ones tendency to struggle with addiction problems. Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/hGUEoRSbYjQ Manny Nsien is a Master of Health Care Admi…
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The Truth about Antioxidants
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Antioxidants are good for you…that’s all you need to know right? WRONG! This episode looks into the research behind antioxidants. What are Antioxidants? Where do Antioxidants come from? How do Antioxidants work? And is it possible the Antioxidants could be bad for you? To check out the Video Version: We are also investigating related molecules like…
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Suicide Prevention with Victoria Lynne Carrier
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DISCLAIMER: This episode involves conversations around suicide. If this could be triggering for you, please contact your local support service. Suicide can affect all of us. That is why this week I’m talking all about mental health and suicidality with lived experience practitioner Victoria Lynne Carrier. We discuss ideas like rumination, doom scro…
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Autoimmunity & Skin Diseases with Immunologist Kellen Cavagnero
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This week we are discussing; autoimmune disease, innate versus adaptive immunity, inflammation, psoriasis, eczema, asthma, acne, sweet syndrome, gut health and how to engineer an optimal microbiome. To watch the video version: https://youtu.be/HzjkN4SIYe8 Kellen Cavagnero is an immunologist and a Ph.D. candidate at the University of California in S…
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Debunking Channel 7’s ”Detransitioning” Spotlight
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Link for Kade's video: https://youtu.be/rdOc2HB5sx0?si=-4B_koSDMxPxyNMi This month on Curiosity Killed the Rat, we are taking a break from our usual content to present the audio from the YouTube video made by host Kade Huckstep this month in response to Channel 7’s blatant spread of disinformation and misrepresentation of science. It breaks down th…
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The Science of Cats with Evolutionary Biologist Jonathan Losos
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In this episode we are focusing on felines! Why do cats have whiskers? What should you do if you are allergic to cats? How to tell if your cat is too fat! We are talking all about the science behind cats, the health benefits of living with cats and how they evolved from the giant feline predators of the savanna desert into the little fluff balls cu…
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Treat Your Insomnia and Improve Your Sleep
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Insomnia is a common sleep disorder that can make it difficult to sleep. In this episode, I discuss the research behind insomnia, looking at the science of this sleep disorder and what causes it. I’m also going to share a number of science-based techniques that you could apply to reduce the severity of insomnia and improve your sleep. To watch the …
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Part Time Scientist, Full Time Rockstar with Zoe Catterall from The Buoys
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In this episode, we talk about donating organs and tissue to save lives, working in the endocrinology laboratory of a fertility clinic and being a beer scientist, all while being in a highly successful band. Zoe Catterall is a Biomedical Science graduate from UTS as well as the lead singer of Sydney band The Buoys. Zoe has worked in a range of fiel…
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This month on Curiosity Killed the Rat, Kade and Matt tackle a more serious issue: the science of antidepressants. What is depression? How is it caused? How do antidepressants work, and are they actually effective? Stick around to the end of the episode to hear sound guy Matt answer a listener question about the science of noise cancelling headphon…
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Amazing Algae Technology with Marine Ecologist Dr. Alex Thomson
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How can algae be used to brew carbon negative beer? Or reduce methane emissions from livestock? Could Algae potentially capture and store carbon emissions? What about new biological plastics made from algae? Or Algal building materials? Perhaps Algae could even supply us with a sustainable source of crude oil? And most of us have probably forgotten…
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Protecting Yourself From Hackers with Cybersecurity Expert Professor Asha Rao
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In this episode, we discuss ideas like malware, password hacking, phishing scams, sharenting, spam, scams, spam scams, smart devices, the internet of things (I.O.T) and what to do if the prince of Nigeria emails you… You can watch the video version of the podcast here: https://youtu.be/JdjBHsh9X5E Asha Rao is a Professor of Mathematics at RMIT, a c…
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Master Your Cortisol to Increase Energy & Reduce Stress
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Cortisol is our stress hormone, but it is extremely important, both for our health and our survival. In this episode, I will explain what Cortisol is, how Cortisol works, why Cortisol is important and I will share a few tips and tricks that you can use to master your Cortisol levels and improve your life! Watch the video version here: https://youtu…
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Join Kade and Matt on a wondrous wintery episode where we talk all about snowflakes! How are they formed? What makes them so unique and special? Is everything we think we know about them true? Stick around to end to hear Matt tell some fun facts about native Australian trees! As always, you can find us @curiosityrat on twitter, instagram, and faceb…
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Immunology & Allergies with Singing Scientist Dr. Catriona Nguyen-Robertson
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Can we develop allergies as an adult? Can we overcome our allergies? How long does it take to create a vaccine? And how does DNA work? Dr. Catriona Nguyen-Robertson answers these questions as we talk about the science of immunology, focusing on how those concepts can be shared to a wide audience through creative expression! You can watch the video …
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Improve Your Focus & Reduce Anxiety with Dr. Ana Pineda
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Discussing productivity, procrastination, dealing with anxiety, stress reduction, habit formation, task management, meditation and mindfulness, Ana shares the most impactful things that we can do to improve our focus and our workflow! You can watch the video version of this episode here: https://youtu.be/w1_FNBA2elQ Ana Pineda, PhD is a scientist a…
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Preventing Climate Change with Professor Andy Pitman
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Professor Andy Pitman is the Director of the Australian Research Council's Centre of Excellence for Climate Extremes and he has done so much research and writing on this topic that he is the ultimate climate change expert! You can watch the video version of the episode here: https://youtu.be/9TG86h1B-WE In this episode we discuss topics like electr…
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Master Your Serotonin to Improve your Mood
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In this episode, we discuss the science behind serotonin, our “Feel Good Hormone”. I talk about what Serotonin is, where it comes from and how it works. If you have the right amount of serotonin, you feel really good…but if you don’t have enough serotonin, you might feel depressed or anxious, which is totally normal, and boosting your serotonin lev…
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Debunking Conspiracy Theories with Professor Dave Explains
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Dave Farina is a Science Communicator, public figure, author and host of the famous YouTube channel “Professor Dave Explains”. With over 2.5 Million subscribers and almost 1’400 videos on his channel, teaching everything from Chemistry to calculus, economics, Italian and more, Professor Dave is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to science literac…
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Rockets (ft. Oliver Anagnostou & Benji Metha)
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This month on Curiosity Killed the Rat, Kade and Matt are joined by Oliver Anagnostou and Benji Metha to talk about rockets! What is a rocket? How does a rocket actually work? Listen to find out how rocket science really is out of this world! Stick around to the end of the episode for a listener question that answers: what is it that gives us butte…
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Testing your DNA for Disease Risk with Geneticist Elena Savva
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Elena Savva is a Medical Scientist and Genetics Genius who works at the Royal Melbourne Children’s Hospital, reviewing patients genomes and searching for genetic diagnoses to illusive and rare diseases. Watch the video version of this podcast episode here: https://youtu.be/tR98sEQoUGg In our discussion, she explains things like genetic testing, gen…
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Periods, Penises and Pregnancy with Reproductive Biologist Dr. Jarrod McKenna
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Dr Jarrod McKenna is a reproductive biologist & science communicator and his research focused on female reproductive health; however, Dr McKenna loves making the difficult, inaccessible science concepts fun and interesting regardless of what field it is! Watch the video version of this podcast episode here: https://youtu.be/DvDj4wkC3Nc During our c…
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Understanding PFAS and Brain Health with Neurodevelopmental Toxicologist Elizabeth Plunk
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Elizabeth Plunk is a Ph.D. candidate in the Toxicology Training Program at the University of Rochester Medical Center in the lab of Ania Majewska. She is currently investigating the effects of Perfluorohexanoic Acid on brain development. Watch the video version of this podcast episode here: https://youtu.be/TdQ1EmnTCeM Throughout this episode, Eliz…
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Pandemics, Climate Change & Truth Seeking with Professor Peter Doherty
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Professor Peter Doherty is a Nobel Prize winning Immunologist and science communicator. During our discussion, he shares his thoughts on the COVID-19 pandemic, vaccination, global population, climate change, alternative fuel sources and even the possibility of nuclear war! Watch the video version of this podcast episode here: https://youtu.be/SNHdY…
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This episode on Curiosity Killed the Rat, Kade and Matt talk about bones! Bones may in fact be one of the most under-appreciated parts of the body. Not a bunch of dry pieces of scaffolding holding our bodies together, bones do all sorts of weird and wacky things you may not expect! As always, you can find us @curiosityrat on twitter, instagram, and…
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Master Your Dopamine To Increase Pleasure & Boost Motivation
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In this episode, we discuss the science behind dopamine, our pleasure and reward neurotransmitter. I talk about what dopamine is, where it comes from and how it works so that you can gain an understanding of what dopamine does in our bodies. Watch the video version of this podcast episode here: https://youtu.be/3I_uGF8U2Rk We then go on to talk abo…
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Welcome to Travelling Science, the podcast that is Sharing Science With The World. Through narrative interviews, I will be exploring the latest research and discoveries with renowned scientists, doctors and experts from across the globe, hearing their stories and sharing their ideas that can help us to live smarter, happier and healthier lives. Eac…
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Welcome back to season 4 of Curiosity Killed the Rat! This episode, Kade and Matt are chatting all about Testosterone: a hormone that makes you sweaty and hungry and hairy and horny. We often learn about testosterone and its effects on the body in the context of a cisgender male puberty. But testosterone can be important for other individuals, too!…
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Sunscreen (ft. Dr Catriona Nguyen-Robertson)
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During the holiday season in Australia, it's hot and summery, and we're all told to slip slop slap. But what is sunscreen, and how does it actually work? What does SPF mean? Does sunscreen cause cancer? Kade and Matt are joined once again by friend of the show, Dr Catriona Nguyen-Robertson, to talk all things sunscreen. If you loved what Cat had to…
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Gross Stuff: Pathology Edition (ft. Arin Oliver)
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Just in time for halloween, Kade and Matt are joined by Arin Oliver to talk about weird, gross, and curious aspects of working in a pathology laboratory. From dismembered toes, to human soup, and a deep dive into working in science & sci-com in between, tune in for a spooktacular conversation. Stick around till the end of the episode to find out so…
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