Short Wave
New discoveries, everyday mysteries, and the science behind the headlines — in just under 15 minutes. It's science for everyone, using a lot of creativity and a little humor. Join hosts Emily Kwong and Regina Barber for science on a different wavelength.
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Latest Episode
What Are Flies Doing In The Middle Of The Ocean? (03.10.2025)
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- Why Animal Scavengers Protect Your Health 01.10.2025
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- Why Do Some Hurricane Survivors Thrive After Disaster? 29.09.2025
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- Tylenol and Autism: What’s True and What Isn’t 24.09.2025
- A Surprising Culprit of Food Allergies 23.09.2025
- Should You Try Red-Light Therapy? 22.09.2025
- Untangling The Science of Octopus Arms 19.09.2025
- What Does a Black Hole Collision Sound Like? 17.09.2025
- What Do Stem Cells Mean For The Future Of Parkinson's? 16.09.2025
- The Surprisingly Long History Of Nose Jobs 15.09.2025
- The Most Convincing Evidence Yet Of Life On Mars 12.09.2025
- Brain Implants Are Here — And Getting Better 10.09.2025
- 'Interstellar': Time Dilation And Wormholes Explained 09.09.2025
- Sip or Skip? The Truth About Electrolytes 08.09.2025
- What Marsquakes Reveal About The Planet's Habitability 05.09.2025
- Have a Stutter? It Could Be Inherited 03.09.2025
- Stopping SSRIs Can Be Hard. Researchers Are Unsure Why 02.09.2025
- A (Monday Night) Football Mystery 01.09.2025
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