¶ Welcome to the Escape Pod
Hello and welcome to the Escape Pod. Your flight will last about 15 minutes and we expect no turbulence, just a smooth, smooth ride. Yes, this is a new lockdown podcast from New Scientist. I'm your host, Rowan Hooper. This podcast will not include any references to coronaviruses or other unpleasant happenings on the planet below. There are plenty of other places you can find out about that. Instead, this is about escapism. Sit back, relax, and let us whisk your mind away.
¶ Future Inspiring Discussions
Well, to pretty much anything that will inspire and distract you. Coming up next week, we'll be talking about self-awareness and theory of mind in dolphins and whales. The incredible things that dancers and gymnasts are able to do without blacking out. And here we're going to have to mention the legendary Simone Biles and her triple-double at the Olympics.
We'll also be talking about the Chinese board game Go and how there are more moves in the game than there are atoms in the universe. Do join us on the Escape Pod. a lockdown podcast from New Scientist to take your mind away from the relentless news cycle and to brighten up your week. Tickets are free. See you then.