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Dr Karl Podcast

triplejwww.abc.net.au
Join Dr Karl Kruszelnicki, Lucy Smith and their scientific guests, with a bunch of curious triple j listeners for a weekly injection of science, myth-bashing and answers!
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Episodes

AI ethics, touching grass and the AMOC

Could artificial intelligence learn to have a personality? How powerful would AI become with a quantum computer? And what is the best way to adapt to a rapidly-changing world? Dr Karl and Dr Petr Lebedev answer these questions and more on triple j Mornings with Lucy Smith. Got a question for Dr Karl - submit it here https://ab.co/askKarl And make sure to stay up to date with Petr via his socials!...

May 07, 202639 min

The vagus nerves, lightspeed travel and peripheral night vision

Is blood really a liquid? Can cats predict a period? And would a soft drink save your life in the wild? Dr Karl and Dr Theresa Larkin answer these questions and more on triple j Mornings with Lucy Smith. Got a question for Dr Karl - submit it here https://ab.co/askKarl Stay up to date with Theresa's work via her socials: @drtheresalarkin

Apr 30, 202640 min

Rogue planets, dark matter and time dilation

When are we going to start time travelling? Why does our brain slow down in near-death experiences? And how do we know what it's like to lick different surfaces? Dr Karl, Professor Geraint Lewis and Caitlin Thurn answer these questions and more on triple j Mornings with Lucy Smith. Got a question for Dr Karl - submit it here https://ab.co/askKarl And search Artemis Project to find out more about the work Caitlin does supporting students through their education....

Apr 23, 202635 min

Nose picking, dermatillomania and the weight of the world

What do we want from the moon? Are our feet faster than us? And what's Dr Karl's favourite flavour of milk? Dr Karl answers these questions and more on triple j Mornings with Lucy Smith. Got a question for Dr Karl - submit it here https://ab.co/askKarl

Apr 16, 202639 min

Leech brains, animal instincts and echidna quirks

Is it bad to rub your eyes? What do birds get up to during migration? And which hair colour is the strongest? Zoe Kean answers these questions and more on triple j Mornings with Sam Lane. Got a question for Dr Karl - submit it here https://ab.co/askKarl

Apr 09, 202638 min

Artemis II, decomposition and breast milk

Do soap suds affect cleanliness? How does salt in the ocean form? How many mushrooms would it take to decompose a human body? Dr Karl answers these questions and more on triple j Mornings with Lucy Smith.

Apr 02, 202637 min

Super voids, satellite noise and asteroid navigation

Are black holes really holes? How heavy is a dark star? And what happens when we're mindful? Dr Karl and Dr Laura Driessen answer these questions and more on triple j Mornings with Lucy Smith.

Mar 12, 202637 min

Murphy's Law, mouth ulcers and MSG

Where is the centre of the universe? What would happen if the speed of light increased? And what is Dr Karl's favourite maternity fact? Dr Karl answers these questions and more on triple j Mornings with Lucy Smith.

Feb 05, 202638 min

Human buoyancy, acclimatising and syncing periods

Would we die without dioxygen? Where did spiders come from? And can you learn to hack the cold? Dr Karl and Zoe Kean (OAM!) answer these questions and more on triple j Mornings with Lucy Smith.

Jan 29, 202642 min

Human cannonballs, outrunning the Sun and burning beds

Does Missy Higgins have geometrically impossible standards? How high do hot air balloons go? And how much is too much 'Sugar On My Tongue'? Dr Karl answers these questions and more in this special episode of Science with Dr Karl with Lucy Smith.

Jan 08, 202619 min

Hangovers, mosquitos and manifestation

What's the fastest way to cool down a room? How helpful is a stiff drink on a sick day? And is weeing in the shower good for you? Join Lucy, Dr Karl and special guests for a look back on some of our favourite questions from this year all about life hacks!

Jan 01, 202625 min

Bionic eyes, poop schedules and aphantasia

Does Halsey understand DNA properly? How long should we cryogenically freeze ourselves for? And can we learn how to remember everything? Join Lucy, Dr Karl and special guests for a look back on some of our favourite questions from this year all about the human body!

Dec 25, 202529 min

The age of space, explosive planets and black hole portals

How much can a black hole consume? Would anything happen if we all jumped at once? And which planet would have the best gigs? Join Lucy, Dr Karl and special guests for a look back on some of our favourite questions from this year all about space!

Dec 18, 202527 min

Disappearing poos, capsaicin receptors and cane toads

What muscles are required for a yawn? How does jewellery affect our skin? And what's the connection between atoms and physical pain? Dr Karl answers these questions and more on triple j Mornings with Lucy Smith.

Dec 11, 202540 min

Hair loss, bone density and body glitter vs. sunscreen

Can you taste with just a sense of smell? Is it possible for your immune system to reset? And what causes period shits? Dr Karl and Dr Theresa Larkin answer these questions and more on triple j Mornings with Lucy Smith.

Nov 27, 202538 min

Hair of the dog, photographic memories and shingles

Where does all our energy go when we die? Why do humans laugh? And is rain water or tap water better for plant growth? Dr Karl answers these questions and more on triple j Mornings with Lucy Smith.

Nov 20, 202540 min

Frozen vs fresh veggies, soap suds and nangs

Would an invisible person be blind? Can you have too much muscle? And who teaches bees how to make honey? Dr Karl answers these questions and more on triple j Mornings with Lucy Smith.

Nov 13, 202538 min

Frisson, cryogenic freezing and thylacines

What's the deal with Neil the Seal? Can you sniff a fart away? And what does sickness smell like? Dr Karl and Zoe Kean answer these questions and more on triple j Mornings with Lucy Smith.

Nov 06, 202539 min

Pollen peaks, jump scares and alcohol vs mood

Is there a link between albedo and climate change? Are four-leaf clovers really that lucky? And could ants rule the world? Dr Karl answers these questions and more on triple j Mornings with Lucy Smith.

Oct 30, 202542 min

Butt breathing, plovers and flammable water

How will the universe end? What makes weight lighter in the pool? And with enough helium, could we float? Dr Karl answers these questions and more on triple j Mornings with Lucy Smith.

Oct 23, 202538 min

AI consciousness, sleep paralysis and onion tears

Do ants outweigh humans? Are we getting any more water on Earth? And why do dreams leave us on cliffhangers? Dr Karl answers these questions and more on triple j Mornings with Lucy Smith.

Oct 16, 202540 min

Motion sickness, 3I/ATLAS and cross-breeding

What would happen to the universe if we could time travel? How fast does the earth move? And at what point does our brain switch from awake to asleep? Dr Karl answers these questions and more on triple j Mornings with Lucy Smith.

Oct 09, 202539 min

Fibre, the carnivore diet & drunk hamsters

How does boiling water affect tea? What is the instant smell from a packet of salt and vinegar chips? And how do carbohydrates and protein interact in our digestive system? Dr Karl answers these questions and more on triple j Mornings with Lucy Smith.

Sep 25, 202542 min
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