Best Chris Slight Podcasts (2025)

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Has COVID-19 weakened our immunity? 30:39

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You've probably heard of Omicron, but what about Nimbus and Stratus? These are the latest COVID strains spreading around the world, and for most people they'll amount to a heavy cold at worst, lasting just a few days. Or will they? Are these coronaviruses doing more to our immune systems than meets the eye? Like this podcast? Please help us by supp…

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Scheduled emails, empanadas & Gerry Adams in a tracksuit 44:01

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James is mad for it following his trip to see Oasis, Sunil doesn’t want for Southern European pasties and Chris is cuckolded by a load of 20 year old boys. Quite sweary this one; blame it on the resurgence of Cool Britannia! We’re performing a Rural Concerns live show in Manchester (UK) on 22nd November 2025! It’s going to be a heady mix of slander…

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What If Finding Community Wasn't So Hard? 46:04

2d ago46:04

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When Dr. Vivek Murthy first appeared on the show a few years back, he and Maya discussed the science of loneliness and its impact on our long term health. Now, the former U.S. Surgeon General is back to share simple, practical steps we can take to nurture more meaningful relationships—and why making even small changes can help us feel more connecte…

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Season 5, Ep 74 - Monster Under the Bed (w/ Lauren Lapkus) 49:04

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Arnie has a monster living under his bed named Grumby that wants to crawl into his mouth. Credits Arnie: Arnie Niekamp Chunt: Adal Rifai Usidore: Matt Young Grumby: Lauren Lapkus Mysterious Man: Tim Sniffen Producers: Arnie Niekamp, Matt Young, and Adal Rifai Associate Producer: Anna Havermann Post-Production Coordination: Garrett Schultz Editor: A…

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Aponte Inga, Claude Code 2.0, and Prism Streaming 44:45

3d ago44:45

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TJ and Chris share personal updates, discuss mental health, and explore their recent adventures in family activities and coffee experiences. They delve into the integration of AI in engineering workflows, the challenges of using Claude, and the exciting updates in their project, Prism. The conversation highlights the importance of work-life balance…

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Embryos made from skin cells, and remembering Jane Goodall 34:08

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In this edition of The Naked Scientists: US scientists have turned skin cells into human embryos for the very first time. We unpack the significance. Also ahead, the legacy of the primatologist and conservationist, Jane Goodall, who has died at the age of 91. Plus, we hear from a chemist who believes he has cracked the mystery of ghostly lights we …

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That Danish Club 1:55:38

5d ago1:55:38

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This week, the lads discuss Birmingham City's disappointingperformances and results against Coventry City and Sheffield Wednesday. There’s 15 Second Opinions from listeners as well as some guest views by Ben from Blues Breakdown and Tim Edwards from Wrexham’s Fearless In Devotion podcast as we look ahead to Friday’s night game in Wales.…

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Maya’s Launching Something New This Fall! 1:32

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In the run up to the release of her book, The Other Side of Change, Maya is starting an Ambassadors Program! Ambassadors will get access to all sorts of exclusive content – like a companion journal, an invitation to an intimate conversation with Maya, sneak peaks of the book, and more. Join a community of people who are passionate about change and …

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Painting: where art meets science 31:11

7d ago31:11

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Today, we're picking up a brush, and probing the science of paint. Where does chemistry stop, and the art take over? Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked ScientistsBy The Naked Scientists

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Early starts, robots & Gordon Blue’s pastries 38:18

7d ago38:18

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Chris is on another plane (astral), Sunil gets all his meals from Deliveroo and James absolutely loves that he’s the fittest DILF at the UFOs Are Real Festival. Please also note that Sunil must say yes to everything for the next 2 weeks. We’re performing a Rural Concerns live show in Manchester (UK) on 22nd November 2025! It’s going to be a heady m…

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Season 5, Ep 73 - Aaaaaangus the Artful (w/ Rhett Miller) 50:26

9d ago50:26

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We pay a visit to Grossland, the rundown mansion of Aaaangus the Bard. Credits Arnie: Arnie Niekamp Chunt: Adal Rifai Usidore: Matt Young Aaaaaangus the Artful: Rhett Miller Mysterious Man: Tim Sniffen Producers: Arnie Niekamp, Matt Young, and Adal Rifai Associate Producer: Anna Havermann Post-Production Coordination: Garrett Schultz Editor: Marisa…

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Huntington's treatment, and the High Seas Treaty 37:42

11d ago37:42

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On today's show:, scientists successfully treat Huntington's disease for the first time, slowing the disease by at least 75%: we hear how they've done it. Also, the High Seas Treaty takes a step closer to protecting the world's oceans. And the Earth-sized planet not that far away that might have conditions suitable for life. Like this podcast? Plea…

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Stay Bald 1:25:54

12d ago1:25:54

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This week, the lads discuss a much improved Birmingham City performance against Swansea from last Saturday. There's time for Cornella, Wagner Of The Week and an opposition view, before looking forward to the Coventry game on Saturday. #bcfc #birmingham #birminghamcity #kro

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Lung cancer: looking at the latest developments 32:46

14d ago32:46

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Lung cancer is one of the world's biggest killers. Today, we explore why, and how medical research into this disease is seeing the development of better diagnostic tools, cancer treatments and even a vaccine to prevent tumours from taking hold in the first place... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists…

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Leek Club Special! 44:21

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Sunil and James are shocked to learn that Chris has actually submitted his leeks for appraisal by an independent adjudicator. They listen with a mix of jealousy and awe as Chris tells a tale triumph against adversity for the ages. It’s basically a Hollywood film where a working class outsider is the hero. Did Chris’ vibe-based, pee-soaked strategy …

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A Dream, Revisited 34:38

16d ago34:38

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Felicia Hsu grew up dreaming of becoming a doctor. Years of relentless dedication brought that dream within reach, but the toll it took left her wondering whether it was finally time to let it go. Have you had a slight change of plans you think we should know about? Send us a voice memo or an email at [email protected]. Sign up for Maya's fre…

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Season 5, Ep 72 - Fluff Bloodpants (w/ Josh Gondelman) 50:09

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Fluff the Squirrel is back and he has an insatiable thirst for blood. Credits Arnie: Arnie Niekamp Chunt: Adal Rifai Usidore: Matt Young Fluff the Squirrel: Josh Gondelman Mysterious Man: Tim Sniffen Producers: Arnie Niekamp, Matt Young, and Adal Rifai Associate Producer: Anna Havermann Post-Production Coordination: Garrett Schultz Editor: Sage G.C…

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The Triple, Newsletters, and the Claude Rollercoaster 42:30

18d ago42:30

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Chris and TJ share their experiences with coffee, parenting, and the importance of planning ahead. The conversation shifts to the journey of writing newsletters and blogging, highlighting the motivation and feedback received. They also celebrate career milestones, including TJ's new role at Geocodio, and discuss the latest updates in AI, particular…

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US-UK nuclear deal, and forensics for plastic pollution 33:50

18d ago33:50

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In the news podcast, the US and the UK have forged a long-term nuclear alliance - but what will it really deliver? We also examine a new study on whether smoking cannabis makes it harder to get pregnant. And we'll be hearing from a forensic scientist who is using detective work to rid our oceans of plastic. Like this podcast? Please help us by supp…

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Golden Girls 1:36:32

20d ago1:36:32

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This week, the boys look back at the toothless performances by Birmingham City against Stoke and Leicester, discuss what they think the issues might be and look at potential solutions. They also have a quick recap of the transfer window business on deadline day, before looking forward to the Swansea game on Saturday.…

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A decade of detecting gravitational waves 35:54

21d ago35:54

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To celebrate 10 years since they were first detected, we're examining gravitational waves. What are they? And how do we find them? Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked ScientistsBy The Naked Scientists

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Cryptids, chess & a slightly bigger than normal pen 45:27

22d ago45:27

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A hefty update for the Leek Club fans as we approach the endgame! In this episode Chris harnesses the power of prayer for personal gain, Sunil tours a private library of mucky books and James gets nerdy about arcade games. We’re performing a Rural Concerns live show in Manchester (UK) on 22nd November 2025! It’s going to be a heady mix of slander, …

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Season 5, Ep 71 - Super Studs (live from Somerville, MA) 1:05:24

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Usidore uses magic to summon items from Earth that are both wondrous and annoying. Recorded live at Arts at the Armory in Somerville, MA on July 18 2025. Credits Arnie: Arnie Niekamp Chunt: Adal Rifai Usidore: Matt Young Mysterious Man: Tim Sniffen Producers: Arnie Niekamp, Matt Young, and Adal Rifai Associate Producer: Anna Havermann Post-Producti…

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New Beans, ClickHouse, and Prism Updates 39:51

25d ago39:51

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TJ and Chris discuss their personal updates, work challenges, and developments in technology, particularly focusing on the ClickHouse project and streaming output refactor. They also share insights on family life, school experiences, and their latest coffee discoveries, wrapping up with thoughts on the future of their projects and the importance of…

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Ancient Mars bacteria, and 'fugitive' methane leaks 35:10

25d ago35:10

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In this edition of The Naked Scientists, the strongest hint yet of life on Mars. Should we get excited? Or is it another red herring? Also ahead: The first new UK-wide study of babies in 25 years. We'll find out why it matters. Plus, an ancient lizard-like fossil is discovered on the coast of Devon. We'll uncover the significance... Like this podca…

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Made in orbit: How to sustain life in space 34:33

28d ago34:33

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What does it take to build a society in space? Today on the Naked Scientists, we explore efforts to make microgravity amenable to humans; including how to harvest energy, make fresh food, and even birth the next generation of space explorers... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists…

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Sauces, sweets & tomato vapes 38:21

29d ago38:21

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Chris recommends a brilliant syrup for follically challenged lads, Sunil raw-dogs the M1 and James isn’t worried about child slavery laws. The lads also celebrate the release of Sunil’s Hollywood film, The Toxic Avenger! If you want to experience the full force of Rural Concerns Live, you can grab tickets to our Manchester show at Fairfield Social …

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How To Talk About Hard Things 31:30

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Anna Sale is what you might call a professional “haver of hard conversations”. As the creator of the podcast “Death, Sex, & Money,” she’s spent years exploring the big questions and taboo topics people tend to shy away from. In this episode, Anna reflects on what she’s learned from all of those conversations – what’s helped, what hasn’t, and what s…

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Season 5, Ep 70 - Shopping 48:33

30d ago48:33

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A shopping trip in Hogsface leads to a shocking run-in with someone we won't reveal in the episode description. Credits Arnie: Arnie Niekamp Chunt: Adal Rifai Usidore: Matt Young Mysterious Man: Tim Sniffen Producers: Arnie Niekamp, Matt Young, and Adal Rifai Associate Producer: Anna Havermann Post-Production Coordination: Garrett Schultz Editor: T…

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Seasonal Coffee, Production Readiness, and Prism Updates 48:17

1M ago48:17

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Chris Gmyr and TJ Miller dive into their recent adventures, from celebrating family birthdays to tackling ambitious tech projects. Join them as they share insights on navigating the challenges of open-source contributions, the joys of seasonal coffee, and the excitement of a year-long podcast journey. Socials https://slightlycaffeinated.fm (email h…

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Energy drinks curb, and biting back against beetles 35:23

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In this edition of The Naked Scientists: A new test to detect Alzheimer's disease long before symptoms first appear. Also, the study showing Earth can sequester only a tenth of the carbon we thought it could. And, how drones, traps and sniffer dogs are protecting the UK's timber industry from beetle attack... Like this podcast? Please help us by su…

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Is AI changing the way we think? 34:27

1M ago34:27

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In this edition of The Naked Scientists, from bogus scientific papers and misleading made-up "facts", to potentially curtailing our critical thinking, we look at the effect that mass adoption of AI might be having on the way we think, the decisions we make and the information we learn and act on... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting th…

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Underpants, uniforms & a pack of dogs 35:49

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The lads are reunited following a hectic summer! Chris attempts to seduce a new friend, Sunil takes us through his tabs and James is just a tube. There’s also a substantial update on the big PC front. Summary: we’re so back! If you want to experience the full force of Rural Concerns Live, you can grab tickets to our Manchester show at Fairfield Soc…

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Season 5, Ep 69 - Automa-Tawny the Automaton Townie (w/ Tawny Newsome) 45:17

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Automa-Tawny the Automaton Townie is a clockwork robot that's a local in every town. She was also the winner of this year's March Magic bracket of powerful magic user despite little to no evidence of magical abilities. Credits Arnie: Arnie Niekamp Chunt: Adal Rifai Usidore: Matt Young Automa-Tawny: Tawny Newsome Flower: Brooke Breit Mysterious Man:…

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Coffee abroad and conference travels 23:36

1M ago23:36

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TJ and Chris catch up after a month apart, sharing personal updates, family adventures, and highlights from recent conferences. They discuss the excitement of launching projects, the joy of family trips, and the unique experiences at a tech conference in Copenhagen. The conversation also touches on memorable animal encounters at the San Diego Zoo a…

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First pig lung transplant, and the origins of dark energy 33:39

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Today on the Naked Scientists: a pig lung is transplanted into a man in China, but what was the outcome? Also, scientists have a theory for the origins of Dark Energy - and it makes sense that a black hole might be the source! And, why the dawn chorus is starting earlier and finishing later these days: what's getting into wildlife? Like this podcas…

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What can we do about hair loss? 36:32

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In this edition of The Naked Scientists, we look at the science of hair, why we suffer hair loss, treatments that can slow hair loss, whether wigs are any good, and what happens during a hair transplant? Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked ScientistsBy The Naked Scientists

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Kids, ferries & the Toxic Avenger 41:57

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Sunil and James get together without their leader. They talk to each other as if they’ve just met at a Pharmaceutical Industry conference. Meanwhile, Chris is unspooling somewhere between Ireland and Scotland. If you want to experience the full force of Rural Concerns Live, you can grab tickets to our Manchester show at Fairfield Social Club on 22n…

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Season 5, Ep 68 - Honk if You're Hungry (w/ Ross Kimball) 47:03

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Honk the Assassin is back and you won't believe what he's... okay, fine, he's trying to kill Arnie. Credits Arnie: Arnie Niekamp Chunt: Adal Rifai Usidore: Matt Young Honk the Assassin: Ross Kimball Mysterious Man: Tim Sniffen Producers: Arnie Niekamp, Matt Young, and Adal Rifai Associate Producer: Anna Havermann Post-Production Coordination: Garre…

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Apple wins privacy row, and microbes dictate chocolate taste 34:40

2M ago34:40

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In this edition of The Naked Scientists, Apple locked horns with the UK government who were demanding a security back door through the company's encryption. What was the outcome? Also, scientists discover the secret to the tastiest chocolate - it's all down to microbes. And, archaeologists uncover the earliest evidence yet of our ancestors using st…

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Premature Prediction 1:35:17

2M ago1:35:17

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The lads are back - and battling technical issues - to relive Birmingham City's dramatic late winner at Blackburn, break down the latest transfer news, and look ahead to this weekend’s clash with Oxford. There’s also music from The Clause, an early trip to Cornella and of course… a Wagner of the Week.…

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Cows arses, cow arses & a cow's arse 44:20

2M ago44:20

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Chris is still in Edinburgh so producer James wrote this blurb. Chris talks bovine buttocks, Sunil is deeper into golf and producer James is as handsome and witty as ever. With lovely hair. And a nice guy actually. Anyways - enjoy! Live shows: If you want to experience the full force of Rural Concerns Live, you can grab tickets to our Manchester sh…

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What Niger's AMR outbreak means for the world 31:03

2M ago31:03

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In this edition of The Naked Scientists, why we need to pay closer attention to antimicrobial resistance in some of the world's poorest nations... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked ScientistsBy The Naked Scientists

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Season 5, Ep 67 - Five Finger Wolf Man (w/ Ify Nwadiwe) 45:09

2M ago45:09

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Five Finger Wolfman, the gambler-turned-werewolf, has a new plan to eat a grandma. Credits Arnie: Arnie Niekamp Chunt: Adal Rifai Usidore: Matt Young Five Finger Wolf Grandma: Ify Nwadiwe Mysterious Man: Tim Sniffen Producers: Arnie Niekamp, Matt Young, and Adal Rifai Associate Producer: Anna Havermann Post-Production Coordination: Garrett Schultz …

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Decoding our inner voice, and hunting for life on Mars 36:35

2M ago36:35

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In this edition of The Naked Scientists: the scientists who think they can decode the thoughts we hear in our heads. Also ahead: do ultra-processed foods make it much harder to lose weight? Plus, we hear from the PhD student who is aiding the search for life on Mars... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists…

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Touches In The Box 1:48:54

2M ago1:48:54

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The lads return to break down all the big talking points from Birmingham City's opening two games of the season. They cover the latest transfer rumours, react to Wayne Rooney’s latest comments, answer some live questions, look ahead to the weekend clash with Blackburn and have time for a double Wagner of the Week and a double Cornella.…