Science
What a swab from a tuatara's guts can tell you
Carmen Hoffbeck is a microbiologist at the University of Auckland specialising in the gut microbiome of the mighty tuatara. She joins Emile Donovan. Audio
The 'science donut' across the ditch
Scientists at the Australian Synchrotron use intense beams of light to answer research questions
Using devices in bed detrimental to sleep: Study
A new study on the sleeping habits of adolescents says using devices in bed is more detrimental to youth sleep than screen time before bed. Lead author of the Otago University study Dr Bradley Brosnan… Audio
Stories from Our Changing World
Claire Concannon visits the Australian synchrotron in Melbourne where intense beams of x-ray light are created for use in science, including some New Zealand research. Audio
Australia's Giant Sea Scorpion
Australia is home to some of the deadliest creatures in the world, but it could be worse! Recently, they've discovered a giant sea scorpion which used to stalk the waters... Dr Patrick Smith - a… Audio
The New Sex Gene?
The Y chromosome is in decline and there have been fears that humans could become extinct unless we evolve a new sex gene. But in positive news for all of us Japanese researchers have discovered that… Audio
Kiwi actually an Australian immigrant, experts say
Some species long thought to be native to New Zealand are actually Australian immigrants, new research has found. Audio
Species thought to be native to NZ arrived from Australia
New research has found some species long thought to be native to New Zealand - including kiwi, takahe and moa - actually arrived from Australia just a few million years ago. Canterbury Museum's Senior… Audio
When does spring actually start? And what's in store?
Does spring begin on the first day of September? Or does it start on September 23 - the perfect middle point between the winter and summer equinox? Audio
New pāua species found off remote NZ islands
'The pāua that clings to the sea': A new species of abalone found only in waters off Three Kings Islands/Manawatāwhi.
The science of supercentenarians
Professor Perminder Sachdev is world-leading expert and joins Emile Donovan.to talk about the growing number of supercentenarians and the factors which contribute to aging successfully. Audio
What are 'Zebra chips' and why are farmers fighting to get rid of them?
Pirate bugs and other "natural enemies" are being used to fight off a pest that's been hurting potato crops for over a decade. Audio
Why we age in two rapid bursts
Stanford University researchers were also surprised to see some big bodily changes happening in people in their mid-40s. Audio
No more little burnt chippies?
To some, finding that extra crispy, burnt-looking chip at the bottom of a bag can feel like finding a pot of gold at the end of a rainbow. Audio
Argue with Science
Mary Argue is back guiding us through the latest weird and wonderful headlines from the world of science. Audio
Rising costs and rising seas: Parliament’s climate adaptation inquiry
The Climate Change Commission told members this week that climate adaptation is the “most difficult challenge this country faces over the next century.” Audio
NIWA's new ship
NIWA's new multi-million dollar research vessel has arrived in the country and has already been put to work. Audio
Dr Joel Rindelaub: Science is no joke
Self-described 'cool nerd' Dr Joel Rindelaub is an ice-hockey player, turned chemist, turned comedian, bringing his one-man show to Auckland's Q Theatre this weekend. Audio
History with Dr Grant Morris
It's time for a date with history, and that means some quality time with Dr Grant Morris from Victoria University. Dr Grant illuminates New Zealand's long history with the noble and slightly goofy… Audio
Solving the World's Problems: energy security
Every two weeks we try and replicate something that is performed in close conversation in pubs, bars, cafes and group chats around the world. We try to Solve the World's Problems, and our… Audio
