Short Wave
A podcast by NPR
1232 Episodes
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When Defending The Land Puts Your Own Life At Risk
Published: 10/02/2021 -
Why 500,000 COVID-19 Deaths May Not Feel Any Different
Published: 9/02/2021 -
What's In A Tattoo? Scientists Are Looking For Answers
Published: 8/02/2021 -
When Life Gives You Lemons...Make A Battery
Published: 5/02/2021 -
Biden Promises To Grapple With Environmental Racism
Published: 4/02/2021 -
Opioids, COVID-19 And Racism: A Deadly Trifecta
Published: 3/02/2021 -
The Lost Joys Of Talking To Strangers
Published: 2/02/2021 -
The Complex Decisions Around Rebuilding After A Wildfire
Published: 1/02/2021 -
FACT SMACK: Spider Edition
Published: 29/01/2021 -
How Bonobos Help Explain The Evolution Of Nice
Published: 28/01/2021 -
What The Spread Of Coronavirus Variants Means For The U.S.
Published: 27/01/2021 -
The Surprising History of Handwashing
Published: 26/01/2021 -
A Pesky Rumble: Pink Bollworms Vs. Cotton Farmers
Published: 25/01/2021 -
Our More-Than-Five Senses
Published: 22/01/2021 -
Baltimore Is Suing Big Oil Over Climate Change
Published: 21/01/2021 -
The Social Side of Stuttering
Published: 20/01/2021 -
Let's Go Back To Venus!
Published: 19/01/2021 -
Micro Wave: How 'Bout Dem Apple...Seeds
Published: 15/01/2021 -
How COVID-19 Affects The Brain
Published: 14/01/2021 -
Should Black People Get Race Adjustments In Kidney Medicine?
Published: 13/01/2021
New discoveries, everyday mysteries, and the science behind the headlines — in just under 15 minutes. It's science for everyone, using a lot of creativity and a little humor. Join hosts Emily Kwong and Regina Barber for science on a different wavelength.If you're hooked, try Short Wave Plus. Your subscription supports the show and unlocks a sponsor-free feed. Learn more at plus.npr.org/shortwave
