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November 29, 2024
For our 33rd anniversary, we’re broadcasting some of our listeners’ favorite SciFri stories. And, this year’s Ig Nobel Prizes include awards for studying coin flipping, the movements of a dead trout, and more.
12:24
Trump Administration Finalizes Plans For Arctic Refuge Drilling
The Interior Department is working to auction drilling leases by the end of the year.
16:33
A New Hope For Corals
After years of bad news for the aquatic icons, some good news out of Florida.
12:17
Dealing With The Aftermath Of Iowa’s Devastating Derecho
Last week, a severe inland storm hit the Midwest like a hurricane. Scientists and experts explain why they can be hard to predict.
17:15
An Argument For The Benefits Of Not Bathing
We’ve all been treating personal hygiene differently during quarantine. Writer James Hamblin discusses breaking the rules around cleanliness.
16:54
Should We Conserve Parasites? Some Scientists Say Yes
A group of scientists are building a defense for parasites—and have put together a plan to conserve species.
17:27
Bringing Up A Baby—During A Pandemic
For parents of new babies, the pandemic creates new hurdles.
11:46
Air Pollution Costs More Than Switching To Clean Energy
New research suggests air pollution may cost the US $700 billion dollars—more than transitioning to clean energy would cost.
16:27
Fossil Records Show Hell Ants Had “Mad Max” Style Mandibles
In this installment of Charismatic Creature corner, we look at an ancient that might have used its horn to pin down prey.
12:11
What Can Science Tell Us About Story Structure?
Researchers analyzed thousands of stories looking for linguistic clues to narrative structure.
17:04
Why Are Half The Pregnancies In The U.S. Unintended?
60 years after the introduction of the pill, we look at the effect of contraceptives—and how much progress has actually been made.