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David Aaronovitch and a panel of experts and insiders present in-depth explainers on big issues in the news.
Seriously is home to the world’s best audio documentaries and podcast recommendations, and host Vanessa Kisuule brings you two fascinating new episodes every week.
Surprising stories from unusual places. With ideas too big for a single episode, The Compass presents mini-series about the environment and politics, culture and society.
Insight, wit and analysis as BBC correspondents, journalists and writers take a closer look at the stories behind the headlines. Presented by Kate Adie and Pascale Harter.
Professor Jim Al-Khalili talks to leading scientists about their life and work, finding out what inspires them and asking what their discoveries might do for us in the future.
5 Live's science podcast, featuring Dr Chris and Naked Scientists with the hottest science news stories and analysis.
The Inquiry gets beyond the headlines to explore the trends, forces and ideas shaping the world.
Programme examining the ideas and forces which shape public policy in Britain and abroad, presented by distinguished writers, journalists and academics.
Will and Mango have lots of questions. Will we ever live without sleep? How do rats keep outsmarting humans? Where are the sunniest tax havens to hide your money? Join these Part-Time Geniuses as they dive into ridiculous topics... and discover some pretty smart stuff along the way.
A weekly programme that illuminates the mysteries and challenges the controversies behind the science that's changing our world.
Scientific principles, theory, and the role of key figures in the advancement of science.
Technological and digital news from around the world.
An unidentified body. Who was she? Why hasn’t she been missed? A BBC World Service and NRK original podcast, investigating a mystery unsolved for almost half a century.
Brian Cox and Robin Ince host a witty, irreverent look at the world through scientists' eyes.
Discover world history, culture and ideas with today’s leading experts
The BBC brings you all the week's science news.
Series exploring the world of words and the ways in which we use them
Download the latest documentaries investigating global developments, issues and affairs.
Science news and highlights of the week
We take your questions about life, Earth and the universe to researchers hunting for answers at the frontiers of knowledge.
