Fuzzy Logic Science Show

....down down. So goes the lyrics in today's Jimi Hendrix music break. It's hard to imagine what an aweful sight it would be to see your house burning.

And spare a thought for the fireys. They take risks to save you and your property. To protect themselves, they wear 23 kg of gear. Add hoses and other equipment, and they could be carrying 50 kg. They're phsyically active. It's hot. There's a fire.

Our expert guest today is Dr Anthony Walker, thermal phsyiologist University of Canberra, and a member of ACT Fire & Rescue. His research looks into managing heat stress among fire fighters.  We also talk about long term chronic effects, including PTSD.

Interview by Rod

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What makes us think? What makes us aware? What makes us alive?  They say "cogito ergo sum"; I think, therefore I am.  But is it that simple?

In this weeks episode, Phoebe and Broderick are joined by Alyce to get deep and mix a little philosophy with science as they discuss consciousness.

What makes us think? What makes us aware? What makes us alive?  They say "cogito ergo sum"; I think, therefore I am.  But is it that simple?

In this weeks episode, Phoebe and Broderick are joined by Alyce to get deep and mix a little philosophy with science as they discuss consciousness.

Why is pain good for you? This week Broderick and Phoebe are joined by special guest paramedic Liam to discuss the good, bad and ugly sides of pain. There's even an ice bucket challenge between Broderick and Phoebe to see who can withstand the most pain.  Listen in to see who is the ultimate pain master!

Don't forgot Fuzzy Logic is also on Twitter!  Tweet us @FuzzyLogicSci with any follow-up questions you might have or topics you'd like us to cover.

Why is pain good for you? This week Broderick and Phoebe are joined by special guest paramedic Liam to discuss the good, bad and ugly sides of pain. There's even an ice bucket challenge between Broderick and Phoebe to see who can withstand the most pain.  Listen in to see who is the ultimate pain master!

Don't forgot Fuzzy Logic is also on Twitter!  Tweet us @FuzzyLogicSci with any follow-up questions you might have or topics you'd like us to cover.

Rod spent the morning spreading ant poison in his brand new shed and got to wondering about the chemicals killing his crawling critters. Could they be doing him some harm too? Luckily, we had Associate Professor Colin Jackson from the Research School of Chemistry at ANU in the studio to answer his questions. 

Tune in to learn about Colin's research into neurotransmitter sensors and insecticide resistance.

Hosted by Eleanor, who sometimes dreams about hedgehogs. (It's relevant, I promise.)

Twitter: @FuzzyLogicSci

Rod spent the morning spreading ant poison in his brand new shed and got to wondering about the chemicals killing his crawling critters. Could they be doing him some harm too? Luckily, we had Associate Professor Colin Jackson from the Research School of Chemistry at ANU in the studio to answer his questions. Tune in to learn about Colin's research into neurotransmitter sensors and insecticide resistance. Hosted by Eleanor, who sometimes dreams about hedgehogs. (It's relevant, I promise.)Twitter: @FuzzyLogicSci

But that's all part of what makes them special. These are tough creatures that can survive in the Australian bush.

Then, there are humans. Also the mange. Our handlers at Sleepy Burrows have dedicated their lives to caring for wombats. And, as we discovered, even their home!

Interview by Rod, with help from Katie, and impromptu appearance from Elliot, who skitters across the floor while we're talking!

We're publishing this interview to coincide with Katie's feature article in today's Canberra Times.

Last week, we talked about smart (and naughty) monkeys, and today we look more closely at what 'smart' means. 

Intelligent? According to our astrobiologist guest today, it's a human-centric notion. We sit at the top of the evolutionary tree. Or at least, that's we want to believe.

And what of little green men, with sparkling intelligence?

Then we look at alternative an theory on the origin of cancer. Dr Charley Linweaver and his colleague, Prof Paul Davies bring an outside perspective.

Brought to you by Eleanor and Rod.

Next week: chemistry with Dr Colin Jackson

It's hard to describe just how appealing the wombat is. They amazingly playful, affectionate animals. That's at least while they're young, but then they grow up, they get grumpy, so don't get too close.But that's all part of what makes them special. These are tough creatures that can survive in the Australian bush.Then, there are humans. Also the mange. Our handlers at Sleepy Burrows have dedicated their lives to caring for wombats. And, as we discovered, even their home!Interview by Rod, with help from Katie, and impromptu appearance from Elliot, who skitters across the floor while we're talking!We're publishing this interview to coincide with Katie's feature article in today's Canberra Times.Fuzzy Logic is on Twitter: @FuzzyLogicSci