A Moment of Science

By Indiana Public Media

A Moment of Science is a daily audio podcast, public radio program and video series providing the scientific story behind some of life's most perplexing mysteries.

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The podcast currently has 1,580 episodes available.

A Moment of Science episodes:

October 24, 2025 Lighter Than Air
Who was the first to fly? You might guess Orville Wright, but actually, the first flight occurred in the 18th century after the discovery of hydrogen.
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October 23, 2025 Fail 15% of the Time to Learn Best
If you get the answer right 100% of the time, you’re just not learning anything new.
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October 22, 2025 Stand Up, Be More Creative?
Sitting for long stretches of time is detrimental to your health, and possibly your creativity.
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October 21, 2025 Scared of Snakes?
According to some biological anthropologists, humans have evolved to be particularly wary of snakes.
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October 20, 2025 Painful Math
Does math anxiety cause you pain? According to one study, the brain thinks so.
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October 17, 2025 A Million Years in the Dark: The World of the Mexican Blind Cavefish
Suppose as a fish, you lived your entire life in darkness. How would you find your way around?
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October 16, 2025 The Smell of Anxiety
How do emotions impact our sense of smell?
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October 15, 2025 Myopic Misery
You may have heard the phrase “Sadder but wiser,” but according to one study, sadness seems to make us less wise, at least with money.
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October 14, 2025 Sometimes It's Good to Be Second Best
If you’re a baboon, being an alpha comes with its benefits. However, it comes with a price.
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October 13, 2025 When Forgetfulness Comes in Handy
The Clark’s Nutcracker, a pretty bird that lives in the mountains of western North America, sometimes gets forgetful about where they hide pine nuts.
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FAQs about A Moment of Science:

How many episodes does A Moment of Science have?

The podcast currently has 1,580 episodes available.

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