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 1,614 episodes available.

A Moment of Science episodes:

October 30, 2025 A Change in the Air
Isn’t it great to have fresh air? You might be surprised to learn that our planet’s air didn’t always contain oxygen.
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October 29, 2025 Spider Silk
If you've ever unsuspectingly walked into a spider's web, you know how easy it is to get wrapped up in its thin, sticky, silken threads. What makes it so strong?
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October 28, 2025 Estrogen and Breathing
Sleep apnea is a disorder in which air is obstructed to some degree while someone sleeps, but it’s more common in men for a reason.
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October 27, 2025 Loud Dolphins
A noisy ocean full of human activity makes it harder for dolphins to hear each other.
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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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How many episodes does A Moment of Science have?

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