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Naked Reflections, from the Naked Scientists

Naked Reflections, from the Naked Scientists

The Woolf Institute

Reflecting on recent science news stories and current events, authoritative thinkers unpack the implications for society. Naked Reflections is chaired by Ed Kessler, director of the Woolf Institute, Cambridge.

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Naked Reflections, from the Naked Scientists - Mysteries of quantum mechanics

Mysteries of quantum mechanics

Naked Reflections, from the Naked Scientists

05/12/21 • 28 min

Imagine a world where nothing exists until it interacts with something else; a world of ghost waves and cats that are both asleep and awake. That's the spooky world of quantum, the hundred year old theory that has practical applications in everyday life yet remains an enigma for most of us. Carlo Rovelli and Richard Staley join Ed Kessler to lift the lid on the box with Schrodinger's cat inside... Like this podcast? Please help us by writing a review

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Naked Reflections, from the Naked Scientists - Diabesity and Covid-19

Diabesity and Covid-19

Naked Reflections, from the Naked Scientists

03/11/21 • 27 min

There's a global pandemic raging. Millions have died, it's on an upward trajectory and it's not COVID. It is obesity, often accompanied by diabetes. Medics have coined the word "diabesity", because the two conditions are closely linked. Giles Yeo and Peter Honig discuss this hidden problem... Like this podcast? Please help us by writing a review

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Naked Reflections, from the Naked Scientists - Reflecting on Islamophobia

Reflecting on Islamophobia

Naked Reflections, from the Naked Scientists

04/22/21 • 28 min

Headlines speak of a polarised society, but most of us seem to be much more at ease with one another than this suggests. Nevertheless, religious diversity still seems to be a problem, and it is Islam that is viewed with most suspicion. Sayeeda Warsi and Julian Hargreaves join Ed Kessler to discuss Islamophobia... Like this podcast? Please help us by writing a review

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Naked Reflections, from the Naked Scientists - Glass half full

Glass half full

Naked Reflections, from the Naked Scientists

11/28/19 • 25 min

"It's the hope that kills you..." as football managers and football fans are fond of saying... and hope is not a one way street, it can, of course, lead to disappointment. And optimism, hope's more pragmatic sibling is not always rewarded either. And where does the religious concept of faith come into this? Like this podcast? Please help us by writing a review

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Naked Reflections, from the Naked Scientists - Genealogy

Genealogy

Naked Reflections, from the Naked Scientists

08/26/20 • 24 min

Genealogy is all the rage. The TV series "Who Do You Think You Are?" indulges the curiosity of celebrities about their roots and is a big hit. Many people look to their family trees for exciting and surprising discoveries about their ancestors, or to clear up long-standing questions about family history. Talking with Ed Kessler, Denis Alexander and Tara Zammit unravel the arguments... Like this podcast? Please help us by writing a review

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Naked Reflections, from the Naked Scientists - Biology's Holy Grail

Biology's Holy Grail

Naked Reflections, from the Naked Scientists

01/28/21 • 25 min

Claims for a game-changing breakthrough in biological science were made recently when the Alphafold programme developed by Google's DEEP MIND had striking success in determining the 3D structures made by proteins. But was it worth the hype? Alex Taylor and Beth Singler give Ed Kessler their verdicts... Like this podcast? Please help us by writing a review

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Naked Reflections, from the Naked Scientists - Organ donation: giving for living

Organ donation: giving for living

Naked Reflections, from the Naked Scientists

05/28/20 • 30 min

The Frankenstein story is an example of science overstepping the mark. Some people fear that organ transplantation is just such a step too far. But there are alternative transplant narratives: giving up a kidney to save the life of a loved one could be construed as the ultimate act of altruism. Following the change of the law in England to presumed consent for organ use after death, Julian Huppert and Gurch Randhawa join Ed Kessler to discuss organ donation... Like this podcast? Please help us by writing a review

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Naked Reflections, from the Naked Scientists - Reflecting on Decadence

Reflecting on Decadence

Naked Reflections, from the Naked Scientists

09/05/21 • 29 min

What's your take away image of decadence: some Roman emperor kicking back in a chaise longue, picking at grapes, or David Bowie in a gold lame jacket? Graham Henderson and Michael Minden explore a complex subject... Like this podcast? Please help us by writing a review

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Naked Reflections, from the Naked Scientists - Genocide

Genocide

Naked Reflections, from the Naked Scientists

03/28/22 • 30 min

The twentieth century was littered with genocides. Those in Armenia, Nazi Germany, Rwanda and Bosnia are the most notorious ... Meryem Kalayci and James Smith discuss this most distressing of subjects. The Podcast includes some unique witness from a survivor of the Srebrenica massacre... Like this podcast? Please help us by writing a review

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Naked Reflections, from the Naked Scientists - Reacting to rubbish

Reacting to rubbish

Naked Reflections, from the Naked Scientists

07/15/20 • 27 min

The problem of waste and waste disposal is a serious one. Whether we're thinking about oceans being choked with plastic, nuclear waste or just noticing the litter on a local walk, it matters. Speaking with Ed Kessler, Ian Farnan and Freya Jephcott confront some harsh realities... Like this podcast? Please help us by writing a review

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FAQ

How many episodes does Naked Reflections, from the Naked Scientists have?

Naked Reflections, from the Naked Scientists currently has 144 episodes available.

What topics does Naked Reflections, from the Naked Scientists cover?

The podcast is about Sociology, Theology, Society & Culture, Psychology, Medicine, Podcasts, Technology, Social Sciences, Religion, Science, Philosophy and Ethics.

What is the most popular episode on Naked Reflections, from the Naked Scientists?

The episode title 'Mysteries of quantum mechanics' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Naked Reflections, from the Naked Scientists?

The average episode length on Naked Reflections, from the Naked Scientists is 28 minutes.

How often are episodes of Naked Reflections, from the Naked Scientists released?

Episodes of Naked Reflections, from the Naked Scientists are typically released every 7 days, 1 hour.

When was the first episode of Naked Reflections, from the Naked Scientists?

The first episode of Naked Reflections, from the Naked Scientists was released on Oct 1, 2019.

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