Description (podcaster-provided):
Science sleuths Dr Adam Rutherford and Dr Hannah Fry investigate everyday mysteries sent by listeners.Themes and summary (AI-generated based on podcaster-provided show and episode descriptions):
➤ Science mysteries • Everyday phenomena • Mathematical concepts • Physics explorations • Biological inquiries • Technological investigations • Ecological issues • Curious questions answered • Listener submissionsThis podcast, titled "The Curious Cases of Rutherford & Fry," delves into a wide array of scientific inquiries, often prompted by listener-submitted questions. The show is hosted by Dr. Adam Rutherford and Dr. Hannah Fry, who use their expertise in genetics and mathematics respectively to explore and explain various scientific phenomena.
Each episode is dedicated to investigating an intriguing question or mystery, ranging from specific scientific concepts to broader inquiries about natural and social phenomena. Common themes include mathematics, physics, biology, and psychology. For instance, episodes explore the enigmatic properties of mathematical constants like 'pi' and 'i', delve into the functionalities of everyday devices such as Wi-Fi and magnets, and elucidate the complex behaviors of natural mechanisms like wind and tides.
Listeners can also expect episodes that tackle biological and ecological questions, such as the role and nature of various species, the peculiarities of human and animal physiology, and even the potential of de-extinction. Psychological and neurological topics are explored too, shedding light on human consciousness, perception, and behavior.
The podcast frequently features expert opinions from researchers, professors, and scientists who provide deeper insights into the subjects being examined. This multiplicity of voices adds depth and variety to the discussions, enabling a comprehensive exploration of each topic. Some episodes also incorporate experiential elements, where the hosts conduct experiments or engage directly with the subjects of their investigation.
Overall, this podcast aims to satisfy its audience's curiosity by methodically unpacking scientific mysteries and presenting them in an accessible and engaging manner. Whether it’s through explaining the mysteries of quantum mechanics or debunking popular misconceptions about natural phenomena, the podcast provides a rich and diverse exploration of science in everyday life.
Episodes: |
![]() 2023-Oct-02 14 minutes |
![]() 2023-Feb-14 41 minutes |
The Mind Numbing Medicine 2023-Feb-07 43 minutes |
The Resurrection Quest 2023-Jan-31 38 minutes |
The Puzzle of the Pyramids 2023-Jan-24 36 minutes |
The Magnetic Mystery 2023-Jan-17 43 minutes |
The Case of the Blind Mind's Eye 2023-Jan-10 43 minutes |
Silly Studies: The Pre-Series Teaser 2023-Jan-05 12 minutes |
The Puzzle of the Plasma Doughnut 2022-Sep-20 39 minutes |
The Riddle of Red-Eyes and Runny-Noses 2022-Sep-13 36 minutes |
The Problem of Infinite Pi(e) 2022-Sep-06 35 minutes |
The Suspicious Smell 2022-Aug-30 38 minutes |
The Wild and Windy Tale 2022-Aug-23 38 minutes |
The Case of The Missing Gorilla 2022-Aug-16 37 minutes |
Silly Studies: The Pre-Series Tease 2022-Aug-09 10 minutes |
The Colour Conundrum 2022-Mar-24 35 minutes |
The Turn of the Tide 2022-Mar-17 34 minutes |
The Shocking White Hair 2022-Mar-10 34 minutes |
Surprising Symmetries 2022-Mar-03 33 minutes |
The Weird Waves of Wi-Fi 2022-Feb-24 34 minutes |
The Mystery of the Teenage Brain 2022-Feb-17 33 minutes |
We’re (almost) back! 2022-Feb-11 6 minutes |
Rutherford and Fry on Living with AI: A Future for Humans 2021-Dec-23 27 minutes |
Rutherford and Fry on Living with AI: AI in the Economy 2021-Dec-15 27 minutes |
Rutherford and Fry on Living with AI: AI in Warfare 2021-Dec-08 27 minutes |
Rutherford and Fry on Living with AI: The Biggest Event in Human History 2021-Dec-01 27 minutes |
The Venomous Vendetta 2021-Nov-11 42 minutes |
The Slippery Situation 2021-Nov-04 37 minutes |
The Painless Heart 2021-Oct-28 37 minutes |
The Weirdness of Water Part 2/2 2021-Oct-21 40 minutes |
The Weirdness of Water Part 1/2 2021-Oct-14 37 minutes |
The Guiding Hound 2021-Oct-07 39 minutes |
We’re back! 2021-Sep-30 8 minutes |
More Frytful Scares 2021-Feb-23 29 minutes |
Back to The Sinister Hand 2021-Feb-16 29 minutes |
A Weighty Matter Part 2/2 2021-Feb-09 40 minutes |
A Weighty Matter Part 1 2021-Feb-02 43 minutes |
The Flying Clock and the Stopped Watch 2021-Jan-26 50 minutes |
The Mosquito Conundrum 2021-Jan-19 45 minutes |
The Scientific Exploration of Astrology 2021-Jan-12 50 minutes |
The Noises That Make Us Cringe 2021-Jan-05 48 minutes |
The Pizza Diet 2020-Dec-29 42 minutes |
The Good and Bad in Fungi 2020-Dec-22 48 minutes |
The Martian Mission 2020-Dec-15 42 minutes |
![]() 2020-Dec-08 38 minutes |
We’re back! 2020-Dec-01 11 minutes |
The Space Burrito 2020-Jul-14 34 minutes |
The Zedonk Problem 2020-Jul-07 40 minutes |
The End of Everything 2020-Jun-30 44 minutes |
The Sting in the Tail 2020-Jun-23 42 minutes |
The Seeded Cloud 2020-Jun-16 33 minutes |
The Growling Stomach 2020-Jun-09 34 minutes |
We’re back! 2020-Jun-03 2 minutes |
The Exotic Wormhole 2020-Mar-06 37 minutes |
A Cold Case Part 2 2020-Feb-28 34 minutes |
A Cold Case Part 1 2020-Feb-21 34 minutes |
The ASMRnswer 2020-Feb-14 38 minutes |
Adam's ASMR cocktail 2020-Feb-14 5 minutes |
Hannah's ASMR cocktail 2020-Feb-14 4 minutes |
The Power of Love 2020-Feb-07 34 minutes |
The Golden Secret 2020-Jan-31 28 minutes |
We’re Back! 2020-Jan-24 12 minutes |
The End of the World 2019-Dec-09 42 minutes |
The Trouble Sum Weather 2019-Nov-22 35 minutes |
The Heart of the Antimatter 2019-Nov-15 31 minutes |
Stephen Fry's Identity Crisis 2019-Nov-08 36 minutes |
A Frytful Scare Part 2 2019-Nov-01 32 minutes |
A Frytful Scare Part 1 2019-Oct-25 31 minutes |
Curious Cases Returns 2019-Oct-18 13 minutes |
Jurassic Squawk 2019-May-03 37 minutes |
The Lunar Land Pt2 2019-Apr-26 29 minutes |
The Lunar Land Pt 1 2019-Apr-19 30 minutes |
An Instrumental Case 2019-Apr-12 39 minutes |
The Periodic Problem 2019-Apr-05 28 minutes |
The Mesmerist 2019-Mar-29 35 minutes |
Coming Soon – More Curious Cases 2019-Mar-22 4 minutes |
The Horrible Hangover 2018-Dec-21 31 minutes |
The Good Bad Food 2018-Dec-14 26 minutes |
![]() 2018-Dec-07 31 minutes |
Two Infinities and Beyond - part 1 2018-Nov-30 32 minutes |
The Stressful Scone 2018-Nov-23 33 minutes |
![]() 2018-Nov-16 26 minutes |
A World of Pain 2018-Sep-07 33 minutes |
The Random Request 2018-Aug-31 26 minutes |
The Running Joke 2018-Aug-24 38 minutes |
The Alien Enterprise Part 2 2018-Aug-17 24 minutes |
The Alien Enterprise Part 1 2018-Aug-10 25 minutes |
The Dawn Chorus 2018-Jun-01 27 minutes |
The Lucky Number 2018-May-25 25 minutes |
The Déjà Vu 2018-May-18 25 minutes |
The Human Instrument 2018-May-11 27 minutes |
The Fifth Dimension 2018-May-04 27 minutes |
The Cosmic Egg 2018-Mar-02 30 minutes |
The Atomic Blade 2018-Feb-28 23 minutes |
The Tiniest Dinosaur 2018-Feb-23 29 minutes |
The Enigma of Sex, Part 2 2018-Feb-16 22 minutes |
The Enigma of Sex, Part 1 2018-Feb-09 24 minutes |
Goldfinger's Moon Laser 2018-Jan-12 24 minutes |
The Curious Face Off 2018-Jan-05 25 minutes |
The Cosmic Speed Limit 2017-Dec-29 22 minutes |
The Dreadful Vegetable 2017-Dec-22 30 minutes |
The Baffled Bat 2017-Dec-15 25 minutes |
Adventures in Dreamland 2017-Sep-29 24 minutes |
The Shocking Surprise 2017-Sep-22 28 minutes |
The Sticky Song 2017-Sep-15 24 minutes |
The Polar Opposite 2017-Sep-08 19 minutes |
The Curious Cake-Off 2017-Sep-01 19 minutes |
Kate Bush's Sonic Weapon 2017-Jun-16 21 minutes |
Itchy and Scratchy 2017-Jun-15 21 minutes |
The Burning Question 2017-Jun-14 18 minutes |
The Dark Star 2017-Jun-02 23 minutes |
The Cat Who Came Back 2017-May-19 19 minutes |
A Code in Blood 2017-Mar-15 11 minutes |
The Forgetful Child 2017-Mar-10 16 minutes |
The Astronomical Balloon 2017-Mar-10 15 minutes |
The World That Turns 2017-Mar-10 15 minutes |
The Broken Stool 2017-Mar-10 17 minutes |
The Lost Producer 2016-Dec-02 18 minutes |
The Bad Moon Rising 2016-Dec-02 14 minutes |
The Hunt for Nothing, Part 2 2016-Dec-02 13 minutes |
The Hunt for Nothing, Part 1 2016-Dec-02 14 minutes |
The Melodic Mystery 2016-Dec-02 15 minutes |
The Strongest Substance 2016-Oct-07 15 minutes |
The Space Pirate 2016-Oct-05 15 minutes |
The Portly Problem 2016-Oct-05 14 minutes |
The Sinister Hand Part 2 2016-Oct-04 14 minutes |
The Sinister Hand Part 1 2016-Oct-03 14 minutes |
The Counting Horse 2016-Jun-02 15 minutes |
The Hairy Hominid 2016-May-30 16 minutes |
A Study in Spheres 2016-May-26 16 minutes |
The Psychic Tear 2016-May-26 15 minutes |
The Tea Leaf Mystery 2016-May-26 18 minutes |
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