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Science Friday
Science Friday
Science Friday and WNYC Studios

Covering the outer reaches of space to the tiniest microbes in our bodies, Science Friday is the source for entertaining and educational... more

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Episodes

How Do GLP-1 Drugs Override Our Biology?

In his new book, a former FDA commissioner unpacks the latest science on metabolism, weight loss, and how GLP-1 drugs... more

08 Jul 2025 · 18 minutes
The Leap: Everything Else Is Boring

Karmella Haynes doesn’t need to fit in—in life or in work. So when a research space didn’t exist for her,... more

07 Jul 2025 · 25 minutes
The Seafaring Life Of ‘Modern-Day Captain Nemo,’ Robert Ballard

In this story from 2022, undersea archaeologist Robert Ballard shares adventures from beneath the waves and his love for deep... more

04 Jul 2025 · 30 minutes
Understanding Sunscreen Ingredients And Which Ones You Need

Picking a sunscreen can be overwhelming. We’ll break down what to look for, and what ingredients matter.

03 Jul 2025 · 18 minutes
In ‘Jurassic World Rebirth,’ Paleontology Is Still The Star

We talked to the movie’s paleontology consultant about the new ways they wanted to bring these magnificent dinosaurs to life.

02 Jul 2025 · 13 minutes
What Does It Mean To Have A Chatbot Companion?

People are turning to AI chatbots for emotional and social support. While chatbot friends can ease loneliness, they can also... more

01 Jul 2025 · 19 minutes
The Leap: Mars? It Was A Miracle We Got To Florida

Geologist Steve Squyres risked his career and millions of dollars to get the Spirit and Opportunity rovers on Mars.

30 Jun 2025 · 23 minutes
After Her Grants Got Cut, This Researcher Is Suing The NIH

Katie Edwards has lost millions of dollars in grant money, bringing her research to a standstill. She’s taking the fight... more

27 Jun 2025 · 13 minutes
New Telescope Captures The Cosmos In Groundbreaking Detail

The telescope has the largest digital camera ever made. It's so precise that one image alone contains 10 million galaxies.

26 Jun 2025 · 12 minutes
How Scientists Made The First Gene-Editing Treatment For A Baby

Last month, a baby got the world’s first personalized gene-editing treatment. What will this mean for millions of others with... more

25 Jun 2025 · 18 minutes
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How Do GLP-1 Drugs Override Our Biology?
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