Discover the fascinating story of Ibn al-Haytham, the 11th-century Muslim scientist whose groundbreaking work in optics revolutionized our understanding of vision and light.

Explore his invention of the camera obscura, his pioneering approach to the scientific method, and how his legacy influenced Galileo, Kepler, Newton, and the entire course of modern science.

Join us as we dive into his life, books, and lasting impact on science and philosophy.#Ibn-al-Haytham

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The mysterious Universe 25 experiment, where a mouse utopia became a warning about urban living and human behavior.

Discover the findings of John Calhoun’s landmark study, the concept of the "behavioral sink," and what this famous rodent experiment really teaches us about social roles, mental health, and building better communities. Perfect for listeners interested in psychology, sociology, and the hidden challenges of modern cities.#universe52

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From his breakout role in Billy Budd to redefining villainy in Superman II, Terence Stamp carved a cinematic path that was as enigmatic as it was unforgettable.

In this episode, we explore the life and death of the British screen legend—his rise from East London to global stardom, his spiritual and political awakenings, and the indelible mark he left on film, fashion, and cultural rebellion.

Whether you knew him as General Zod or the soulful drifter in The Limey, Stamp’s legacy is a masterclass in reinvention. Tune in for a tribute that spans decades, genres, and generations.

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Project MKULTRA, a highly controversial CIA programme involving human experimentation to develop mind control techniques using drugs and other methods.

Initiated in 1953, partly in response to perceived "brainwashing" by North Korea, the project aimed to control human behaviour for intelligence purposes, often using unwitting subjects.

While many records were destroyed in 1973, subsequent discoveries and Congressional hearings in 1977 revealed details of various subprojects, including LSD administration, sensory deprivation, and psychological manipulation, sometimes conducted at private institutions and without informed consent.

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Challenge outdated gender myths in this eye-opening episode of Darwin Revisited.

Anthropologist Dr. Holly Dunsworth examines Darwin’s Victorian views on men and women, then reveals how modern biology, archaeology, and ethnography paint a very different picture—one of overlap, adaptability, and cooperation.

Discover what genes, hormones, and the fossil record really say about strength, intelligence, and roles across sexes, and learn why gender differences are strategies, not hierarchies.

Essential listening for anyone interested in evolution, gender studies, and the science behind equality.#AMostInterestingProblem

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Dive into the dazzling world of mate choice in this episode of Darwin Revisited. Behavioral ecologist Dr. Michael J. Ryan unpacks Darwin’s groundbreaking theory of sexual selection—revealing why peacock tails, frog calls, and human courtship rituals evolve.

From sensory biases that shape attraction to costly “honest signals” that prove fitness, discover how beauty and behavior collide in nature and culture.

Perfect for anyone fascinated by evolution, animal behavior, and the science of attraction.

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Uncover the truth behind the myth of biological “race” in this revealing episode of Darwin Revisited.

Join Dr. Agustín Fuentes as he dismantles Victorian-era assumptions and shows how modern genetics proves that human diversity is a tapestry of continuous variation—not discrete categories.

Learn how historical misuse of Darwin’s ideas fueled scientific racism, why “population” is a more accurate concept than “race,” and how understanding our shared ancestry can foster empathy and social justice.

Essential listening for anyone curious about genetics, anthropology, and the fight against prejudice.#AMostInterestingProblem

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In this episode, we dive deep into Alien Earth, the visually stunning TV show that dares to imagine life on worlds beyond our own. From its speculative ecosystems to its cinematic flair, the show has sparked both awe and skepticism.

We explore how critics have responded—praising its ambition while questioning its scientific grounding. Is Alien Earth a gateway to curiosity or a detour from reality?

Join us as we unpack the show's impact on science communication, public imagination, and the fine line between fiction and fact.

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Dive into the primate family tree with evolutionary anthropologist Dr. John Hawks in Chapter Six of A Most Interesting Problem.

Explore Darwin’s anatomical and behavioral comparisons between humans and other apes, then uncover how modern genetics quantifies our 96–99% DNA similarity with chimpanzees and bonobos. Learn which traits humans share with our primate cousins—opposable thumbs, tool use, and social hierarchies—and which features mark true evolutionary leaps: cumulative culture, language, cooperative breeding, and extended post-reproductive lifespans.

This episode reveals how small genetic shifts and uniquely human life history strategies transformed primate building blocks into art, science, and civilization, confirming Darwin’s vision of continuity while spotlighting the innovations that make us truly human.

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Confront the darkest chapter of Darwin's legacy as bioarchaeologist Dr. Kristina Killgrove examines his problematic views on civilization, intelligence, and race. When Darwin ranked human societies from "savage" to "civilized" with Europeans at the pinnacle, he reflected the Victorian prejudices of his era—but his words would echo through a century of scientific racism and eugenics.

This episode traces how Darwin's assumptions about cultural superiority and racial hierarchy crumbled under modern archaeological, genetic, and bioarchaeological evidence.

Discover how ancient civilizations from Great Zimbabwe to the Indus Valley reveal intelligence and innovation as universal human traits, not racial privileges. Through stable isotope analysis, DNA studies, and skeletal evidence, we'll explore how environment, social organization, and opportunity—never genetics—drive the rise of complex societies. A sobering but essential examination of how even brilliant scientists can be prisoners of their time, and why understanding this history matters for combating pseudoscience today.

Not just a critique of Darwin, but a celebration of how real science corrects its course through evidence and humility.

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