Episode 159
Meet the ‘Planet Hunter’ searching for alien life, with Jacob Bean
Astrophysicist studies atmospheres of distant worlds to identify habitable exoplanets
Episode 158
How to stop gun violence before it starts, with Jens Ludwig
Crime Lab director argues we need to address behavioral causes of crime, in addition to policy and policing
Episode 157
Can your DNA predict your future?, with Dalton Conley
Sociologist examines how genetic science could forecast your income, education and love life
Episode 156
Can you really die of a broken heart? The hidden dangers of grief with Mary Frances O'Connor
Psychologist examines the stress that loss has on the body—and how society can help
Episode 155
The science behind raising successful kids, with Ariel Kalil
Developmental psychologist explains how parents can best invest time to close the education gap
Episode 154
Do animals understand death?, with Susana Monsó
In ‘Playing Possum,’ philosopher examines whether animals can grasp mortality—from dogs mourning owners to orcas grieving young
Episode 153
Why measles is resurging—and the rise of vaccine hesitancy, with Adam Ratner
Infectious disease expert examines the latest outbreaks—and the uncertain future of children’s health
Episode 152
The little-known secrets to a good life, with Shigehiro Oishi
Psychologist argues to look beyond happiness and meaning to find fulfillment
Episode 151
How bioelectronics could heal our bodies and minds, with Bozhi Tian
Scientists design living devices to fight infections, power the heart and regulate the brain
Episode 150
Could a fungal pandemic be “The Last of Us?” with Arturo Casadevall
Scientists warn against a potential health threat due to climate change, resistance to drugs
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