Droppin' Science

Droppin’ Science 10

Martin — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 17:24:36 +0000

We’re back with a hot summery pod full of vuvuzelas, DJing and pheromones. In the news we look at the real life Doctor Who crack, the song of the Sun and stereo sniffing sharks. Plus there’s a look at Iron Man 2’s particle accelerator, a countdown of weird ingredients and how Wimbledon would work during a skydive.

Droppin’ Science 9

Martin — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 10:24:37 +0000

A festive pod with snowflakes, santa and…. surfing. In the news we cover the myth about booze & coffee, radioactive batteries and killer tomatoes. Plus there’s the science behind the epic movie Avatar, an Agony Uncle question and our top unanswered scientific questions.

Droppin’ Science 8

Martin — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 23:04:58 +0000

In the news we look at controlling the weather, whether curvy or skinny ladies are best and there’s more on space elevators. There’s also some staring at goats, getting drunk and the end of the world too.

Droppin’ Science 7

Martin — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 00:00:10 +0000

Latest on gold digging and solar panelled roads plus the best weird science from the Ig Nobels, the hysteria of the moon bombing, a scientific review of District 9 and much more.

Droppin’ Science 6

Martin — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 00:10:50 +0000

Check out the real decepticons, how geeks get girls, the human inner compass and other stories in the news. Plus we tackle zombies, time travel, the ultimate practical joke, our favourite crazy instruments and much more scientific goodness.

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Droppin’ Science 5

Martin — Sun, 09 Aug 2009 00:05:36 +0000

The latest on M&Ms, the HIV genome, transparent Aluminium and cheap nuclear fusion in the news. Plus the coolest objects shrunk to nanoscales, the science behind Will Ferrell’s new movie, some tips on how to boost your brain and plenty more.

Droppin’ Science 4

Martin — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 00:00:53 +0000

Moon special celebrating 40 years since the first lunar landing. We ask what does the moon smell of, count down the top things to do there, ponder what would happen if it disappeared, have a look at those conspiracy theories plus there’s a song and more!

Droppin’ Science 3

Martin — Sun, 12 Jul 2009 00:00:29 +0000

News on sperm and brain cells, beer bellies, Inspector Gadget and a tiny robot. Plus some cringe-worthy science chat-up lines, funny molecule names, the science behind attraction and new movie Moon as well as tackling an age old question on the street.

Droppin’ Science 2

Martin — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:53 +0000

News on quantum processors, inflatable space towers and chicken fuel cells. Plus a bit of singing in the shower, why Spock was wrong, a few funny species names and a whole load more.

Droppin’ Science 1

Martin — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 00:00:20 +0000

News on a possible cure for blindness, programmable matter and sex research. Plus we tell you how to make the perfect cup of tea, diss the science of Angels and Demons, sum up special relativity in 5 seconds and ask the public if they reckon fish fart!