She remains the only person in history to win two Nobel Prizes in different scientific fields. From secret underground universities in occupied Poland to groundbreaking discoveries in a cold, leaky shed, Marie Curie’s story is one of resilience, brilliance, and unstoppable curiosity.

This episode takes you beyond the textbooks — into the heart of a scientist who defied gender barriers, pioneered nuclear science, and helped launch modern medicine.

🔬 A Smart Curiosity original podcast series about the minds that changed the world.

🎧 Listen now and discover how one woman’s fire lit the path for millions.