The Science of Everything Podcast

The Science of Everything Podcast

Author: James Fodor Language: English Episodes: 100
Curiosity about how the world works is a universal trait, and The Science of Everything Podcast is built on that very impulse. Host James Fodor guides conversations that roam freely across disciplines, from the physics of black holes to the complexities of human behavior studied in social sciences. Each episode feels like a deep dive into a new subject, where the common thread is a rigorous yet accessible application of the scientific method. You’ll hear explanations that break down complex ideas without oversimplifying them, focusing on the fascinating insights that research reveals about our universe and our place within it. This isn't a lecture series, but rather an exploration driven by genuine inquiry. Whether the topic is rooted in biology, chemistry, sociology, or astronomy, the aim is to connect the dots between abstract principles and the tangible reality we experience. The result is a consistently engaging audio experience that reminds us just how much there is left to discover. Tune in to this thoughtful podcast for a regular dose of understanding, designed to satisfy both the casual question-asker and the dedicated lifelong learner.
Episodes
Episode 133: Motor Control [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:17:01
A journey through the complex network of regions controlling the human motor system, beginning with the spinal cord and its central pattern generators, and working up through the primary motor cortex, the premotor cortex…
Special Episode: Evolution and Genetics [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:23
In this special episode I discuss various topics in evolution and genetics with Art Woods of the Big Biology Podcast. We begin by analysing various ideas associated with the extended evolutionary synthesis, including pla…
Episode 132: The Muscular System [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:16:37
A journey through the mechanisms of muscles and muscular contraction. I begin by outlining the key structural elements of muscle cells, including the sarcolemma, sarcoplasmic reticulum, the myofibrils and their myofilame…
Special Episode: Language in Brains and Machines [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:02:32
A special interview from the Padverb Podcast, in which I discuss my research on language in the brain and thoughts on AI. The discussion covers topics such as backpropagation, how humans acquire language and concepts, ho…
Episode 131: Sleep Science [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:08:26
I discuss the mysterious phenomenon of sleep, outlining the different stages of sleep, how the brain controls sleep and wakefulness, and the various theories for the functions of sleep. I also consider sleep in animals,…
Episode 130: Transition Metal Chemistry [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:18:12
I introduce the unique and diverse chemistry of the transition metal elements, also known as the d-block metals. I begin with an overview of transition metal properties and ores, and then discuss coordination complexes,…
Episode 129: Glaciers, Ice, and Groundwater [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:08:09
Concluding our series on geographic landforms, here I discuss glaciers, including their global distribution, formation, movement, and various glacial formations such as moraines, drumlins, and fjords. I also examine the…
Episode 128: Wind, Deserts, and Coasts [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:24
A discussion of the effect of wind on landscapes, focusing on deserts and coastlines. I outline the processes of eolian erosion, transportation, and deposition occurring in deserts, with particular focus on the formation…
Episode 127: Weathering, Erosion, and Rivers [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:37
The first in a new series on geomorphology, in which I review the main erosion processes that shape landforms of the natural environment. Here I discuss the key mechanisms of physical and chemical weathering, outline the…
Episode 126: Depression and Serotonin [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:53
An exploration of the role of the neurotransmitter serotonin in the development of depression. I discuss the role of serotonin in promoting the production of neurotrophic growth factor, the role the growth factor plays i…