Podcast Profile: nan
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9 episodes
2007
Median: 26 minutes
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Science
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The data centre industry is one of the biggest losers of the US midtermsCAnalysis by Cam Wilson
Topic:Data Centres
The US midterms cemented data centres as a politically toxic issue. But now the industry will be looking for a new place to call home. Will Australia answer the call?
NASA Swift telescope plummets to Earth over IndonesiaTopic:Space
How a moth 'maelstrom' gave scientists hope for an endangered speciesTopic:Insects
Meta is training its AI on millions of Australians, but now you can stop itTopic:Social Media
'Australia's loneliest echidna' no longer solo after trail-cam discoveriesTopic:Animals
Marine scientist awarded 2027 Australian of the Year for NSWTopic:Awards and Prizes
Treasure hunt for rare orchid discovers thriving new clusterTopic:Endangered and Protected Species
Scientists hope $28m 'waterless barrier' will stop the spread of cane toadsTopic:Pests
Molecular traces found from 115 million-year-old 'dinosaur blood'Topic:Dinosaurs
Thousands of public EV chargers may be unusableTopic:Electric Vehicles
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Install the ABC News App to stay up to date with the latest newsLatest Science newsMusk loses billions in net worth after backing failed Republican campaignsNowhere did Elon Musk's gamble backfire more than in his home state of Texas, which flipped to the Democrats at this year's midterms in an electoral bloodbath.
Topic:World Politics
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Euphoria meets raw fear on Wall Street as stocks plunge post US-midtermsWall Street indices nosedive as investor thinking about the rollout of AI infrastructure turns on its head. So, is this latest sell-off a flash in the plan or the start of a broader bear market?
DAnalysis by David Taylor
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Women's pelvic health surgeon among SA's Australian of the Year winnersAn endo-gynaecologist specialising in pelvic floor treatments has been named the South Australia's 2027 Australian of the Year in a ceremony where the former recipient doubled down on her wish to secure a spot on a future space mission.
Topic:Awards and Prizes
Fri 6 Nov 2026 at 10:30amFri 6 Nov 2026 at 10:30amFri 6 Nov 2026 at 10:30am
NT architect wins top honour, joining ranks of Sydney Opera House designerThe Alice Springs architect behind the NT's only 6-star green-rated building has been awarded the industry's highest honour. The win sees Susan Dugdale join the ranks of other influential designers, including the architect behind the Sydney Opera House.
Topic:Feel Good
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Council clears 40 tonnes of dead carp from creekAuthorities say low oxygen levels killed thousands of the pest species.
Topic:Environmental Impacts
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Smart glasses present 'elevated risk' to patients, says NT HealthThe Northern Territory health department has issued a ban to its staff around the use of smart glasses, as part of an internal department review into its privacy policies triggered by a recent breach.
Topic:Public Health
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Thriving koala population near major NSW city could be chlamydia-freeChlamydia poses a deadly threat to koalas, but researchers believe they have found a disease-free population near Newcastle.
Topic:Animal Diseases
Thu 5 Nov 2026 at 1:06pmThu 5 Nov 2026 at 1:06pm
Crocodile's day trip to popular resort island sparks commotionA saltwater crocodile has caused a commotion at one of Queensland’s most popular tourist islands, forcing snorkellers out of the water and a resort to ramp up safety precautions.
Topic:Animal Behaviour
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Skincare brand accused of using AI to copy competitors' imageryAn Australian skincare brand once aligned with Kim Kardashian has been accused of posting AI-edited copies of competitors' marketing images on social media.
Topic:AI
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Regional council unveils AI weapon to tackle plague of potholesA regional Victorian council is the first in the state to use AI camera technology to identify and measure the potholes plaguing local roads as part of a program it claims will save money.
Topic:Roads
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School boy targeted by grudge-holding magpieTopic:Animal Behaviour
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Future Proofing: Genetic insurance for cattleTopic:Beef Cattle Farming
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Whale diving in TongaTopic:Marine Biology
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Basketwork eels gather off Tasmanian coastTopic:Marine Biology
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Anthropic files for extraordinary public offeringTopic:AI
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Australian spider in REM-like sleep stateTopic:Animal Behaviour
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Scientists find REM-like sleep state in Australian spiderTopic:Animal Behaviour
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Latest science audioFight against fire ants at tipping pointTopic:Biological Control
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Spotlight forum: the transition to clean energyTopic:Energy Industry
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Going backwards and forwards - decolonising, AI, fleets and Phar LapTopic:Civil Unrest
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Back to earth Topic:Mathematics Education
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Cancelled and yet courageous Topic:Community Organisations
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Disasters and decisions Topic:Disaster Relief
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Global boiling – really?Topic:Climate Change
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Heresy, North Korea and the power of the diaryTopic:AI
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Themes and summary (AI-generated based on podcaster-provided show and episode descriptions):
➤ Science author interviews • Popular science books • Space exploration and astronaut life • Mars missions • Climate and environment • Stem cell research • Primatology and animal behaviour • Science–philosophy discussions
This podcast presents interview-based conversations with prominent scientists, science communicators, and authors about major ideas in science and the stories behind them. Across the episodes, hosts from ABC’s science broadcasting team speak with guests whose work spans popular science writing, space exploration, biology, medicine, and environmental science. The discussions often use books or landmark careers as a starting point, then expand into the underlying scientific concepts and the wider context of discovery.
A recurring theme is making complex subjects accessible through narrative: explaining how we know what we know, how scientific fields connect, and what the process of research looks like in practice. Space and astronomy feature through accounts of Mars exploration and human spaceflight, including the lived experience of astronauts and reflections on pivotal moments in space program history. Life sciences also appear prominently, with conversations touching on animal behaviour and long-term field research, as well as biomedical topics such as stem cell science and medical research.
The show also includes perspectives that bridge science with broader culture and philosophy, pairing scientific expertise with reflective discussion about ideas, evidence, and the human side of curiosity. Overall, listeners can expect in-depth, person-centred interviews that use notable projects and publications to explore scientific knowledge, exploration, and research.