Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast Science Drops!
| Titre | Date | Durée | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Why do we sneeze? | 11 May 2020 | 00:01:44 | |
What is the purpose of a sneeze? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| How does anaesthetic work? | 23 Apr 2020 | 00:01:51 | |
We're glad it's available, but how does anaesthetic actually do its job? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| How do we know the Earth is not flat? | 22 Apr 2020 | 00:02:03 | |
A tiny podcast that's big on curiosity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Why do bees buzz? | 21 Apr 2020 | 00:01:44 | |
It's a beautiful sound, but what does it do? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Why does rain smell? | 20 Apr 2020 | 00:01:46 | |
Click yourself smarter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| What are freckles? | 17 Apr 2020 | 00:01:49 | |
A tiny podcast that's big on curiosity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Why don't we remember all our dreams? | 16 Apr 2020 | 00:01:45 | |
A tiny podcast that's big on curiosity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| How do bees make honey? | 15 Apr 2020 | 00:01:49 | |
A tiny podcast that's big on curiosity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| How does soap work? | 14 Apr 2020 | 00:01:40 | |
Why do we need soap well as water to wash our clothes? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| How does hay fever work? | 09 Apr 2020 | 00:01:39 | |
A tiny podcast that's big on curiosity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Why can geckos walk upside down? | 06 Apr 2020 | 00:01:33 | |
A tiny podcast that's big on curiosity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Why do migratory birds fly in a V-formation? | 03 Apr 2020 | 00:01:42 | |
Have you ever wondered why migratory birds fly in a distinctive V-formation? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| The science of hard bread and soft cookies. | 01 Apr 2020 | 00:01:39 | |
It's an odd thing, isn't it? How bread goes hard when you leave it out overnight, yet cookies go soft? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| How does stainless steel work? | 31 Mar 2020 | 00:01:40 | |
Have you ever wondered why stainless steel doesn't rust? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Why is the Earth round rather than, say, square or rectangular? | 30 Mar 2020 | 00:01:39 | |
Have you ever wondered why planets are round rather than any other shape? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| What exactly are dimples? | 28 Mar 2020 | 00:01:38 | |
Have you ever wondered what those symbols of cuteness actually are? The answer might surprise... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Why does toast always land butter-side down? | 26 Mar 2020 | 00:01:39 | |
A tiny podcast that's big on curiosity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| How does yeast work? | 26 Mar 2020 | 00:01:35 | |
It helps create lighter-than-air bread. But how does yeast actually work? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Are humans the only animals that laugh? | 24 Mar 2020 | 00:01:45 | |
Are we really the only animals that laugh? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| How do goldfish memories work? | 24 Mar 2020 | 00:01:57 | |
Is it true that goldfish remember things for only three minutes? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Why is glass transparent even though it's rigid? | 23 Mar 2020 | 00:01:39 | |
Have you ever wondered why you can't see through wood or why glass is transparent even through it's rigid? Bonus feature: a cameo by an orange-coloured head of state... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Why do we have time zones? | 22 Mar 2020 | 00:01:36 | |
Have you ever wondered why we have time zones? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| How does yeast work? | 13 Mar 2020 | 00:01:33 | |
Yeast! How the heck does it work! We've delved into the Science Drops! archives for this one, but we feel it bears repeating... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Are humans the only animals that laugh? | 11 Mar 2020 | 00:01:45 | |
This one will crack you up... are we the only animals that laugh? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| How do noise cancelling headphones work? | 06 Mar 2020 | 00:02:01 | |
It feels like magic, but it's actually all about physics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| What causes underarm pong? | 03 Mar 2020 | 00:01:46 | |
An aromatic answer is needed for this one... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| How do flies eat? | 28 Feb 2020 | 00:01:37 | |
This is a juicy one.... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Pimples: to pop or not to pop.... | 25 Feb 2020 | 00:01:38 | |
It's tempting, isn't it? But should we or shouldn't we? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| How does glue work? | 21 Feb 2020 | 00:02:13 | |
A sticky question... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| How do woodpeckers peck without getting brain damage? | 18 Feb 2020 | 00:02:02 | |
The secret behind nature's most gorgeous headbangers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Where do shoe sizes come from? | 07 Feb 2020 | 00:01:57 | |
They're confusing and complicated, but how did we get them? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| What is bacterial resistance? | 04 Feb 2020 | 00:01:54 | |
They're small, but very clever when it comes to survival... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| What is a supermoon? | 31 Jan 2020 | 00:01:48 | |
It's gorgeous, but it also impacts us here on Earth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Why do we have times zones? | 28 Jan 2020 | 00:01:45 | |
The clock is ticking.... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Why do feet smell? | 24 Jan 2020 | 00:01:51 | |
A pungent query! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| How do spiders make webs? | 21 Jan 2020 | 00:01:49 | |
They're incredible feats of engineering. But how are they made? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Face friends! | 23 Dec 2019 | 00:02:27 | |
A tiny podcast that's big on curiosity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| What would happen if you never brushed your teeth? | 20 Dec 2019 | 00:01:29 | |
A sticky problem... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| How do tonsils work? | 17 Dec 2019 | 00:01:23 | |
A tiny podcast that's big on curiosity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| How does snail slime work? | 13 Dec 2019 | 00:02:04 | |
Snail superpowers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Why do we vomit? | 10 Dec 2019 | 00:01:58 | |
It's awful, but it's a life-saver. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| What would happen if all the insects disappeared? | 06 Dec 2019 | 00:01:40 | |
The tiny titans that keep nature ticking over. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| How does hypnosis work? | 29 Nov 2019 | 00:02:08 | |
A tiny podcast that's big on curiosity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Morning breath - what is it? | 26 Nov 2019 | 00:02:31 | |
Science Drops! is now a proud member of The Warren podcast network, the home of some of the most innovative and remarkable podcasts in Ireland. To celebrate, we'll be asking the hosts of some of the other podcasts snuggled up in The Warren to occasionally host a Science Drops! episode. Today it's the turn of Liam Geraghty, founding member of The Warren and host of the wonderful Meet Your Maker - a culture show about the people who make the things we love. So, if you'd like to hear more great Irish podcasts, then hop on over to www.thewarren.ie where the kettle is always on. Bring headphones. And carrots! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| How does saliva work? | 22 Nov 2019 | 00:01:38 | |
Science Drops! is now a proud member of The Warren podcast network, the home of great Irish podcasts. Hop on over to www.thewarren.ie to hear some of the most innovative podcasts in Ireland. if you like what you heasr, please spread the word! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| The Warren | 18 Nov 2019 | 00:24:45 | |
Welcome to The Warren - the home of great Irish podcast and the brand new home of Science Drops! On this very special episode, we're going to introduce you to the people behind some of Ireland's most remarkable and innovative podcasts. If you like what you hear, hop on over to http://thewarren.ie to hear more great storytelling. And if you REALLY like what you hear, tell a friend, share on Facebook/Instagram/Twitter, or give us a rating on iTunes.
Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| What is pus! | 05 Nov 2019 | 00:01:44 | |
A tiny podcast that's big on curiosity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Why do we burp? | 01 Nov 2019 | 00:01:33 | |
A tiny podcast that's big on curiosity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Why do feet smell? | 31 Oct 2019 | 00:01:40 | |
A tiny podcast that's big on curiosity! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Can chocolate kill your dog? | 12 Jul 2019 | 00:01:49 | |
A tiny podcast that's big on curiosity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||