Unexpected Elements
The news you know, the science you don’t.
Episodes (312 available)
A dip in global cocoa prices has us wondering about chocolate science.
51 mins
A pair of twins on trial for murder has us wondering about all things identical.
50 mins
The formula behind how lucky you are – spoiler, it isn’t just down to chance.
50 mins
How did one extra stitch cause a ski jumping scandal? -- Physics.
51 mins
China’s viral app has us contemplating the science of connection.
49 mins
The world's most unlikely drumming duo has us banging the drum for some rhythmic science.
50 mins
The Unexpected Elements team takes a trip down under to discover some Australian science.
50 mins
Exciting developments in science, in cervical cancer, xenotransplantation, fusion energy
49 mins
In this special programme, we revisit our listeners’ favourite topics and then dig deeper
50 mins
This Boxing Day and holiday season, our present to you is the science of gifts.
50 mins