Ockham’s Razor

When it comes to conservation, it's easy to get excited about protecting creatures that make you go "aww". Like, "aww, what a fluffy koala!", or "aww, what a cute lizard!"

What’s the most important human invention from history? The wheel? Fire? How about… language and culture?

Archaeologist Sam Lin takes us on a tour of very early human history, featuring an item that crops up too regularly to be an accident: an almond-shaped piece of sharpened stone.

Sam's talk was first broadcast in February 2022. 

No one likes having their ideas taken for granted, without recognition or pay.

For First Nations Australians, their expansive knowledge is often used without proper consultation or respectful communication. 

So how do we tackle the problem? 

Tahlia, a Ballardong Whadjuk and Wajarri Yamaji engineering student, shares her thoughts. 

Here on Ockham's Razor, our soapbox for science, we try to bring you science that's deeply applicable to your daily life.

When it comes to mental health, we're so much better as a society at talking about it than we used to be.

Corey decided to be a scientist, no matter what anyone else said. It ended up taking him on some life changing adventures.

Now, he's using his love of science to make sure all kids, even in the most remote parts of Australia, have the chance to achieve their dreams.

This week's episode is one for the true crime podcast fans. 

Paola is a forensic entomologist meaning she uses bugs to help solve murders. 

So, what can the bugs tell us?

Just a heads up, this episode includes descriptions that get a bit gruesome. Listen with care. 

We often think of sharks as villains -- but as far as humans vs sharks go… we're the bad guys.

People who want to be a scientist, should have the opportunity to pursue a career in science - right?

Well, there are barriers that make it much harder for some people to become the scientists they dream of being.

Today, Linda Agnew explores how we can create equitable opportunities in STEM for people with disabilities. 

It's the perennial question when it comes to considering the universe – could there be life on other planets?