Social Status Genes
When a female monkey’s rank changes, thousands of her genes are affected.
Spoiled Milk
A listener asks why milk goes bad more quickly than other beverages.
Raven Relationships
Ravens remember other ravens as friendly or adversarial, even years later.
Sizing Up Weapons
People think others are larger and stronger if they’re holding a weapon in their hands.
Podcast for 11 May 2012
BIRDS & DINOSAURS - Scientists discover T. Rex's feathered cousin, did dino gas warm the ancient …
Dinosaur Roundup
Dinosaurs may have contributed to ancient global warming.
Runaway Planets
Under some circumstances, planets could be thrown out of the galaxy at tremendous speed.
Sewage Power
Microbial fuel cells, which clean wastewater and generate electricity, are getting closer to …
Gardening Birds
Male Spotted Bowerbirds unintentionally cultivate ornamental plants while attempting to woo the …
T. Rex’s Feathered Cousin
Paleontologists discover a cousin of T. Rex in China – that had feathers.
Techno Animal Roundup
Researchers are breeding specialized fish that glow when exposed to industrial pollutants.
Body Clock Reset
Adjusting a mouse's body clock improves its metabolism and promotes weight loss.