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Science Friday

Recent Episodes

What was science like in America 250 years ago?

Sure, the American colonies had Benjamin Franklin and his kite. But many other natural philosophers were thinking big thoughts about the world.
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An artificial cell eats, grows, and reproduces. Is it alive?

Researchers have engineered an artificial cell, hoping to build a customizable chassis for chemical production.
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Growing lunar potatoes + Dealing with razor-sharp moon dust

As NASA prepares for long-term moon bases, scientists are working on how to grow food in lunar soil and deal with razor-sharp moon dust.
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Even Nobel Prize winners deal with imposter syndrome

In a story from 2025, neuroscientist Ardem Patapoutian discusses immigrating to the U.S., finding belonging, and pioneering touch research.
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Squirrel poop drops Ice Age clues + The neuroscience of laughter

Ancient squirrel poop provides a snapshot of life during the last ice age. And, how different types of laughter originate in the brain.
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Covering the outer reaches of space to the tiniest microbes in our bodies, Science Friday is the trusted source for news about science, technology, and other cool stuff. Host Ira Flatow mixes it up by featuring people in the know and those who want to be. Science Friday frequently features listeners that call in with their most riveting science questions. In addition, Science Friday also produces award-winning videos. It's brain fun for curious people.

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The source for entertaining stories about science, technology, and other cool stuff.

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