Dr Karl Podcast
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Dr Karl Podcast
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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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?...
The science of cringe, meat juice & psychedelic shrimp
Will trees adapt to climate change? What causes migraine auras? And what happens in your body when you quit vaping?
Dr Karl answers these questi...
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...
Smelly sneezes, stress seizures & sound proofing
What's the correlation between black holes and time travel? Do batteries weigh less when they are empty? Why do some people develop indigestion later...
Wee-Lemons, Life On Mars & Moon Balloons
Should you really be weeing on your lemon tree? How close are we to finding proof of life on Mars? And what would happen to a helium balloon in zero g...
BONUS: Parmigianas, shopaholics and small talk
It turns out, you have A LOT of science (and not-science) questions for Dr. Karl - and he's going to answer them!
Hypnotism, Sunscreen and Simulation Theory
What is the science behind Deja-Vu? Do we all see the same colours? Does cotton cause indigestion?
Dr Karl answers these questions and more on t...
BONUS: Life on Mars, bum cracks and the power of optimism
It turns out, you have A LOT of science (and not-science) questions for Dr. Karl - and he's going to answer them!
Changing seasons, vape smoke and heat cream vs. hand lotion
What would happen if we all jumped at once? Is there anything a black hole can't swallow? And what cooks faster, baked or boiled sweet potato?
D...
Science with Dr. Karl LIVE - Hosted by Lucy Smith: Part Two!
Whether you listen on the radio every Thursday, on YouTube or from your podcast feed, we've taken the show you know and love and brought it to the liv...
Manifestation, earthquakes and sun sneezes
Why does saliva assist suction (get your head outta the gutter!)? Can our eyes really change colour? And which planet would host the best for gigs?
Science with Dr. Karl LIVE - Hosted by Lucy Smith: Part One!
Whether you listen on the radio every Thursday, on YouTube or from your podcast feed, we've taken the show you know and love and brought it to the liv...
3I/ATLAS, The Great Attractor and parent black holes
What's on the other side of a black hole? How hot does 'hot' go? And seriously, what came first: the chicken or the egg?
Dr Karl and Krystal De...
A Special Message from Dr. Karl!
Dr. Karl is jumping into your feeds with a very important message!
Star colours, harvesting lightning and undiscovered elements
Why is gossip so irresistible? Which is faster between heating and cooling? And do we need to prepare for aliens this November?
Dr Karl answers...
Second winds, fish farts and hot chips
How old is space? Why do we need sleep? And what determines our poop schedule?
Dr Karl answers these questions and more on triple j Mornings wit...
Nap sweats, drunk bugs and taste buds
Was there rain during the ice age? Why do back scratches feel so good? And how does Dr. Karl start his day?
Dr Karl answers these questions and...
Sleep inertia, space rocks and longevity pills
Is dirt as dirty as it seems? What's the purpose of a virus? And is Australia apocalypse-ready?
Dr Karl answers these questions and more on trip...
Outback hygiene hacks, echidna entrées and a world without friction
How do First Nations teachings inform modern-day science? Do animals love the same way humans do? And how do spiders find their way home?
Dr Kar...
Queen bees, anaphylaxis and bee hotels
Do bees have different personalities? Can local honey really cure your allergies? And how can we support native bee populations?
Bee expert Clan...
Chocolate dreams, deep sea pressure and the Goldilocks Zone
Could we evolve into sea being if we were in water enough? What causes knots in your muscles? And do fish ever get thirsty?
Bianca Nogrady answe...
Bee stings, broken hearts and brain rot
Why is the dead of night so cold? Can the Earth generate its own electricity? And can we clear up whether water is clear?
Dr Karl answers these...
Aphantasia, smelling to survive and bionic vision
Why is it colder the closer we get to the Sun? Are stiff drinks or soft drinks better for fighting sickness? And can we recreate the human brain?
Plastic sweat, alien life and how to be a morning person
How did a crackle of cockatoos figure out a water bubbler? Why do we get weak - literally - when we laugh? And would having an exoskeleton be all it's...
Colder temperatures, dog lookalikes and colour perception
How scientifically accurate is Bee Movie? What would happen if the Earth had a twin? And what is Dr. Karl's favourite story?
Dr Karl answers the...
Slow-mo animals, breathing powers and the science of cat scratches
Can we sniff our farts away? Are birthday twins just a coincidence? And why do menstrual cramps hurt more than stomach aches?
Dr Karl answers th...
The origins of BBQ, fecal bacteria and the Seven Sisters
Is it possible to turn into your roommates? How did the living DNA code come to exist? And when did we first start using kitchen utensils?
Dr Ka...
Smoke alarms, airplane mode and chemtrails
Does blending ingredients in a smoothie destroy their nutrients? How do we distinguish between phantom smells and real smells? And are infrared saunas...
Meat glue, cold remedies and roadkill
What influences intelligence? Does the earth's rotation affect flight time? And what temperature will de-fog your windscreen?
Dr Karl answers th...
Rollercoaster retirement, winking, and zombie stars
Why am I always running out of conditioner before shampoo? How come mozzies bite some people and not others? And does a dog's sense of smell give it a...
Alien planets, sea sickness 101 and the perfect chocolate
Is it possible to breathe through our ears? Why do we always queue in a snake form? And what's hiding in the rest of the ocean?
Dr Karl answ...
Jet lag, dire wolves and scented farts
What would happen if the Moon was bigger than Earth? How is sandpaper made? And does glue dry in space?
Dr Karl answers these questions and more...
Crime scenes, sweat logic and fighting misinformation
Do cortisol detoxes work? Can our bodies predict rain with pain? And is this Halsey lyric - ‘the father's DNA stays inside the mother for 7 years’ - s...
Cloud seeding, endorphins and heartstrings
Do animals have different blood types? How was the earth's core created? And back to basics - why is the sky blue?
Bianca Nogrady answers these...
The ethics of genetics, teleporting earthworms and perfect naps
Why are we so helpless as babies? Are cats targeting people with allergies? And if we could bring back dinosaurs, would they survive?
Zoe Kean a...
Heterochromia, cold water therapy and time of death
How does our body tell us we're thirsty? Do trees get cancer? And if the entire world flooded, could we all turn into fish people?
Bianca Nogr...
Patternicity, lemon tree wees and static electricity
Where is wind going? Are ants able to predict rain? And why do sportspeople train at higher altitudes?
Bianca Nogrady answers these questions an...
Taste vs. smell, doomscrolling and insulated drink bottles
Why does the contraceptive pill affect your dreams? Can your pet watch you weld? And is there a science behind the tension shifting in a room?
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Beached whales, earworms and the 'city killer' asteroid
What are the most effective ways to decrease exposure to microplastics? Is there a link between planet alignment and weather patterns? And what would...
Panic attacks, dark matter and melting ice creams
What’s the next step in human evolution? Are there any land animals that produce electricity? How do bees select their flowers?
Dr Karl answers...