The science behind yo-yo diets, bird flu news and which Brits can spot a fake accent
Nov 21, 2024•21 min•Transcript available on Metacast Episode description
Science editor Ian Sample joins host Madeleine Finlay to discuss some of the most intriguing science stories of the week. From a study finding that fat cells ‘remembering’ past obesity drives yo-yo dieting, to concerning developments in the bird flu virus, and research pinpointing which parts of the UK are best at spotting fake accents. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/sciencepod
