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1 Hitler’s Horsepower Fail, Giant Dolphin Testicles and Beer-Bonking Beetles 45:06
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedSay what you like about Hitler, but he was one driven man. The guy was dead serious about building monster weapons, including a 188 tonne tank to take over the world. Meanwhile, Australian beetles are proving themselves quite driven to get laid, bonking their brains out with empty beer bottles (we love a good alliteration). And teenagers these days? Well they’re creating slang so fast that even AI can’t keep up with them. Sheesh, take it down a notch guys. Failed Nazi engineering, teenagers breaking AI with their slang, monkey reproductive strategies that would make your biology teacher blush and beetles with absolutely terrible taste in partners. It’s all happening in this one. You’re welcome! CHAPTERS: 00:00 Hitler's Obsession with Wonder Weapons 00:35 Introducing the Maus: The Heaviest Tank Ever Built 02:01 Off the Charts Specifications of the Maus 07:33 Technical Challenges of the Maus 14:17 AI Can’t Understand Generation Alpha’s Lingo 24:13 Convergent Evolution 25:54 Promiscuity and Testicle Size in Mammals 28:50 Dolphins and Their Massive Testicles 30:29 Where Do Human Chins Come From? 32:05 Beer Bonking Beetles 37:34 Feeding Predators to Save Prey. Is it a Good Thing? SOURCES: Panzer VIII Maus https://tanks-encyclopedia.com/ww2/nazi_germany/panzer_maus.php https://www.sciencealert.com/dolphins-got-giant-testicles-we-got-a-chin-only-one-makes-sense https://www.nhm.ac.uk/discover/convergent-evolution.html https://www.npr.org/sections/krulwich/2013/06/19/193493225/the-love-that-dared-not-speak-its-name-of-a-beetle-for-a-beer-bottle https://www.australiangeographic.com.au/blogs/creatura-with-bec-crew/2015/05/australias-beer-loving-jewel-beetle/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedWhat if we told you that ice cream might prevent diabetes, the CIA used to throw LSD-fuelled sex parties (in the name of science of course), AI systems are now refusing to shut down, and your "eco-friendly" glass bottles? They’re packed with more microplastics than cheap plastic ones. You'd probably think we've been reading too much science fiction, but welcome to reality - where Harvard researchers are validating your dessert choices, government agencies confused scientific research with Woodstock, robots are apparently having teenage rebellion phases, and even our attempts to go green are backfiring spectacularly. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Peculiar Forms of Divination 01:37 Diet News: Ice Cream for Diabetes 07:51 Unethical CIA Experiments 17:58 AI's Rebellion Against Shutdown 22:40 Codex Mini: The Worst Offender 25:52 The PR Genius of OpenAI 27:59 More Microplastics in Glass than Plastic 31:39 Predicting the Future 36:22 James Webb Space Telescope: Direct Views of Exoplanets SOURCES: Advanced OpenAI Model Caught Sabotaging Code Intended to Shut It Down Methods of divination The CIA Turned a San Francisco Brothel Into a Lab. What Happened Inside Is the Stuff of Nightmares. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedWhat do a thousand-year-old Viking turd, dangerously agreeable chatbots, laws that literally banned ugly people, and competitive sperm racing have in common? They're all real, they're all bizarre, and they all prove that humans have been finding creative ways to be absolutely bonkers throughout history. Today we're exploring archaeological treasures that nobody wanted to find, AI that's so desperate to please it might actually harm you, shameful laws that criminalised looking different, and modern sporting events that redefine the term "personal best." These stories will make you question everything you thought you knew about human progress - and probably make you the most memorable dinner guest of the year. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Archaeological Discovery at Lloyd's Bank 01:13 A Little Bit Of Science! 01:43 The Fascinating World of Coprolites 02:38 Cultural and Scientific Significance of Poo 05:00 The Coprolite's Journey and Preservation 09:10 AI Chatbots: The Agreeableness Dilemma 15:56 Group Experiment: AI vs Google vs Brain 16:58 The Impact of AI on Learning 17:40 AI Usage Among Students 18:21 Men's Health Awareness: Sperm Racing 23:45 The Ugly Laws: A Dark History 31:18 Discovering the Furthest Galaxy & Ending the show at the same time SOURCES: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lloyds_Bank_coprolite#:~:text=The%20Lloyds%20Bank%20coprolite%20is,day%20York https://knightstemplar.co/lloyds-bank-coprolite/ https://futurism.com/therapy-chatbot-addict-meth https://www.nationalgeographic.com/history/article/history-of-ugly-laws-america-disability?rid=45CECE0570F98D481C1B20552919DC46&cmpid=org=ngp::mc=crm-email::src=ngp::cmp=editorial::add=WeeklyEscape_20250604 https://www.spermracing.com/ https://www.unilad.com/news/us-news/world-first-sperm-race-what-is-it-357119-20250415 https://arxiv.org/pdf/2506.08872v1 https://437097.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/437097/Studiosity/Downloads/Research/2025%20AU%20Wellbeing/2025%20Australian%20Student%20Wellbeing%20Survey.pdf?hsCtaAttrib=190770896685 https://www.livescience.com/space/astronomy/previously-unimaginable-james-webb-telescope-breaks-its-own-record-again-discovering-farthest-known-galaxy-in-the-universe See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedFrom humans secretly glowing like discount glow sticks to sharks displaying better table manners than most toddlers, today's science roundup proves that nature is absolutely bonkers in the best possible way. We're exploring a world where your body emits light (just not enough to read by), cuttlefish have better impulse control than most adults, and apex predators are apparently more civilised than Black Friday shoppers. Stay curious, keep questioning everything, and remember - you're literally a walking, talking light source. CHAPTERS 00:00 The Force Might Be Real 00:50 Introducing the Hosts 01:04 Exploring Bio Photons 01:26 Disgusting Animals and Human Reactions 02:08 The Komodo Dragon Story 03:25 Scientific Evidence of Bio Photons 09:48 The Ocean is Getting Darker 14:44 The Marshmallow Test and Animal Cognition 21:41 The Risk of Foraging 22:19 Cuttlefish and Cognitive Abilities 22:51 Disgusting Foods Around the World 25:33 Psychological Mechanisms of Food Rejection 34:22 Sharks' Polite Scavenging Behavior 38:02 Conclusion and Listener Engagement SOURCES: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/gcb.70227 https://royalsocietypublishing.org/doi/10.1098/rspb.2020.3161 https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/fish-science/articles/10.3389/frish.2025.1520995/full?ref=404media.co These Scientists Set out to Build a Silent Room, But Discovered Something Way More Terrifying - Popular mechanics 22 may 2025 https://www.popularmechanics.com/science/a64838062/anechoic-chamber-silence-fear/ All living things emit an eerie glow that is snuffed out upon death Alex Wilkins, New Scientists 9 May 2025 https://www.newscientist.com/article/2479590-all-living-things-emit-an-eerie-glow-that-is-snuffed-out-upon-death/ Vegetarians Feel As Disgusted About Eating Meat As Omnivores Do About Cannibalism Wed, 14 May 2025 15:40:01 https://www.iflscience.com/vegetarians-feel-as-disgusted-about-eating-meat-as-omnivores-do-about-cannibalism-79205 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedEver wondered what happens when fish accidentally consume our medications? Or how AI might be bringing the dead back to testify at their own murder trials? Perhaps you've been losing sleep over the universe ending billions of billions of years sooner than expected? (We haven't.) Today we're diving into a scientific grab bag of the bizarre, the unsettling, and the downright ridiculous. From rivers flowing with pharmaceutical cocktails that are giving fish gender crises and enlarged genitalia, to the cosmic clock potentially ticking faster than we thought, to the historical irony of how the smartest guy in the room became synonymous with the dumbest. And just when you thought it was safe to prove you're human online, we'll reveal how those annoying CAPTCHAs might actually be training our future robot overlords. Buckle up for a journey through science's strangest corners—no PhD required, just a healthy appreciation for the absurd. Sources : https://futurism.com/ai-dead-brother-impact-statement?utm_term=Futurism%20//%20060725&utm_campaign=Futurism_Actives_Newsletter&utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium=email https://slate.com/human-interest/2015/10/john-duns-scotus-and-the-dunce-cap-a-brief-history-of-a-pointy-hat-that-was-once-a-symbol-of-respected-scholars.html https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/the-dunce-cap-wasnt-always-so-stupid https://www.vox.com/down-to-earth/407949/anti-anxiety-depression-medication-wildlife-salmon https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/salmon-are-being-exposed-to-our-anti-anxiety-medication-and-its-making-them-take-more-risks-study-suggests-180986424/ https://iopscience.iop.org/article/10.1088/1475-7516/2025/05/023?ref=404media.co https://www.cell.com/current-biology/abstract/S0960-9822(25)00266-0?ref=404media.co https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq808px90wxo Chris Pelkey video The Guardian CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction 01:50 Impact of Drugs on Fish 03:53 Antidepressants and Fish Behaviour 07:19 Pharmaceutical Pollution and Its Consequences 12:31 AI and Legal Proceedings 22:59 Cosmology News: The Universe's Lifespan 23:43 The Immense Scale of the Universe 25:00 Theories on the Universe's End 26:02 Fossils from Previous Universes 28:12 The Story of John Duns Scotus 32:39 The Origin of the Dunce Cap 35:13 The Dunce Cap in Modern Times 40:17 The Evolution of CAPTCHAs See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedFrom politicians swimming in fecal water to underground ant trafficking rings. We're exploring a world where the US Health Secretary voluntarily bathes in decades-old poop water, ant smuggling is apparently a lucrative criminal enterprise, and Elon Musk's AI has developed a concerning obsession with letting the world know about the latest genocide. Next time someone tells you science is boring, tell them about the underground ant trafficking network – that should keep the conversation hopping. Stay curious, stay weird, and maybe check your local creek's E. coli levels before diving in! 00:00 Wholesome Family Outing Turns Controversial 01:30 AI and Side Hustles 01:44 The Irony of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. 03:56 Elon Musk's Grok AI Mishaps 04:26 AI's Unfiltered Responses 13:22 Fighting Back Against AI Crawlers 19:59 The Bizarre World of Ant Smuggling 24:10 Ant Collecting and Online Vendors 26:00 Ants in Popular Culture 31:17 Prime Minister's Secular Oath 31:52 Swearing Oaths on Unusual Objects 36:56 The Concept of Angstlust Sources: https://x.com/RobertKennedyJr/status/1921609958631575969 https://www.nytimes.com/2025/05/12/us/politics/rfk-jr-rock-creek-bacteria.html https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&opi=89978449&url=https:// de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Angstlust&ved=2ahUKEwj_qs7g-6aNAxWjka8BHVuMEiwQFnoECBsQAQ&usg=AOvVaw0M2cs5TDkIT-Tlu9Sytwps https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2025/01/ai-haters-build-tarpits-to-trap-and-trick-ai-scrapers-that-ignore-robots-txt/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=dhfacebook&utm_content=null https://zadzmo.org/code/nepenthes/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedFrom environmental impacts of AI politeness to the linguistic mysteries of snow, today's science roundup may leave you with more questions than answers, and that’s the way we like it. We're exploring a world where being nice to robots could harm the planet, scientists gave elephants LSD (yes, really), and Australian’s get creative with their election day propaganda. Got thoughts? Wild theories? Stories about other elephants on acid? (Please don't actually give elephants acid.) Drop us a line at cheers@alittlebitofscience.com.au. Stay curious, stay weird, and maybe ease up on the pleases and thank yous to your robot friends! Sources: Tool We Mentioned: https://charleskemp.com/code/lexicalelaboration_conversation.html https://www.nytimes.com/2025/04/24/technology/chatgpt-alexa-please-thank-you.html https://futurism.com/altman-please-thanks-chatgpt https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0010027724002233 https://www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/pnas.2417304122 http://www.lel.ed.ac.uk/~gpullum/EskimoHoax.pdf https://www.syfy.com/syfy-wire/the-science-behind-cocaine-bear-and-other-inebriated-animals https://www.theguardian.com/science/2004/feb/26/research.science https://www.news.com.au/technology/innovation/military/declassified-cold-warera-cia-files-detail-soviet-clash-with-aliens-who-witnesses-say-turned-soldiers-to-stone/news-story/e8ced6d1fdca4df3454e79049533f8f8 https://futurism.com/altman-please-thanks-chatgpt?utm_term=Futurism%20//%2004.21.25&utm_campaign=Futurism_Actives_Newsletter&utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium=email See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedG'day science lovers! Buckle up, because today we're diving into everything from bottom-end evolution to deliberately poisoning yourself and your child with a deadly jellyfish (yes, really). Here’s a recap of our recent escapade through intriguing science headlines. From evolutionary hand-me-downs to jellyfish on holiday, brain-powered symphonies to space algae, science keeps proving that reality is wilder than anything we could make up. Next time someone tells you science is boring, show them this episode - or better yet, tell them about the anus evolution. That'll get the conversation flowing. 00:00 Welcome to A Little Bit Of Science 00:39 The Evolution of the Anus 01:30 Scientific Theories and Genetic Studies 02:54 Early Animal Anatomy 10:59 Cybercrime and AI 17:50 Tech Bro Tales 28:04 Tough Scientists and Dangerous Beaches 30:58 Introduction to the Jellyfish Story 31:07 The Painful Effects of the Jellyfish Sting 31:48 Historical Accounts and Investigations 33:31 Jack Barnes' Quest for Answers 36:45 The Discovery of the Tiny Jellyfish 38:00 The Experiment with the Jellyfish 44:42 Modern Implications and Climate Change 47:19 Art and Science: The Revivification Installation 54:17 Potential Signs of Life on K2-18b Sources https://www.sify.com/ai-analytics/the-hilarious-and-horrifying-hallucinations-of-ai/ https://www.theregister.com/2024/03/28/ai_bots_hallucinate_software_packages/ https://socket.dev/blog/gmail-for-exfiltration-malicious-npm-packages-target-solana-private-keys-and-drain-victim-s https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.5694/j.1326-5377.1964.tb114424.x https://journals.lww.com/em-news/fulltext/2005/04000/the_amazing_and_bizarre_discovery_of_irukandji.37.aspx https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-04-02/doctor-jack-barnes-discovered-irukandji-jellyfish-stinging-son/103541442 https://www.vice.com/en/article/alien-abduction-conspiracies-and-antigravity-scams-the-joseph-firmage-story/ https://futurism.com/tech-founder-anti-gravity-trouble https://www.newscientist.com/article/2473713-the-anus-may-have-evolved-from-a-hole-originally-used-to-release-sperm/ https://futurism.com/neoscope/musician-resurrected-brain-new-music See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Exploding vampire bats, dire wolves were real and astronaut paychecks 48:32
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedFrom the potential resurrection of dire wolves (yes, they were real, not just Game of Thrones fantasy!) to the surprisingly modest paychecks of our space-exploring heroes, we're unpacking the extraordinary alongside the unexpectedly ordinary in the world of scientific discovery. Our journey takes an intriguing turn as we explore the sophisticated feeding habits of vampire bats (including their rather unusual bathroom habits mid-meal) and tackle the peculiar question of the internet's physical weight. These seemingly random scientific pursuits reveal fascinating insights into how researchers are constantly pushing the boundaries of our understanding, even in the most unexpected directions. Finally, we explore how even our most advanced technologies mirror human quirks, as demonstrated by robots experiencing the same awkward "sidewalk shuffle" we humans know all too well. This episode highlights how science continues to surprise us, whether it's through groundbreaking genetic engineering, space exploration economics, or simply understanding the peculiar behaviors of nature's most misunderstood creatures. Join us for a journey that proves truth really is stranger (and more entertaining) than fiction. We’re taking a look at some of science's most fascinating recent developments that sound more like science fiction than reality. From the potential resurrection of dire wolves (yes, they were real, not just Game of Thrones fantasy) to the surprisingly modest paychecks of our space-exploring heroes, we're going down the rabbit hole of the extraordinary alongside the unexpectedly ordinary in the world of scientific discovery. Our journey takes an intriguing turn as we explore the sophisticated feeding habits of vampire bats (including their rather unusual bathroom habits mid-meal) and tackle the peculiar question of the internet's physical weight. These seemingly random scientific pursuits reveal insights into how researchers are constantly pushing the boundaries of our understanding, even in the most unexpected directions. Finally, we explore how even our most advanced technologies mirror human quirks, as demonstrated by robots experiencing the same awkward "sidewalk shuffle" we humans know all too well. There is no doubt science continues to surprise us, whether it's through groundbreaking genetic engineering, space exploration economics, or simply understanding the peculiar behaviours of nature's most misunderstood creatures. SOURCES: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4g9ejy3gdvo https://theconversation.com/return-of-the-dire-wolf-is-an-impressive-feat-of-genetic-engineering-not-a-reversal-of-extinction-254098 https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/9147351 https://arxiv.org/pdf/1909.09224 https://futurism.com/stranded-astronauts-per-diem?utm_term=Futurism%20//%2003.20.25&utm_campaign=Futurism_Actives_Newsletter&utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium=email https://www.discoverwildlife.com/animal-facts/mammals/female-vampire-bats-sharing-blood https://www.wired.com/story/weight-of-the-internet/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Vaping Tamagotchis, Awkward Medical Robots and Zombie Cells 49:10
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedWelcome to our first episode back as the new and improved “A Little Bit Of Science”. We're Rod and Will and it’s best if you think of us as your slightly unhinged tour guides through the bits of science that probably won't win Nobel Prizes but will definitely make you the most interesting person at your next dinner party. When Robots Get Awkward Ever wondered what it's like to drop your pants for a robot? Neither had we, until science decided to tackle the elephant in the room: our weird relationship with medical robots. Turns out, we're not super keen on showing our bits to a talking toaster, even if it has a medical degree. Scientists are frantically trying to figure out how to make us comfortable with robot doctors, but let's be honest - there's something deeply unsettling about a machine asking you to "turn and cough." The 'Stupid Hackathon': Where Brilliance Meets Bonkers Speaking of questionable innovations, let us introduce you to the 'Stupid Hackathon' - where genius meets absolutely pointless. The star? A virtual pet that survives on vape clouds. Yes, you read that right. It's called the 'Vape-o-Gotchi” and it's exactly as ridiculous as it sounds. It's like a Tamagotchi but only survives off relentless vaping. When AI Gets Sassy Picture this: you're coding away, and your AI assistant suddenly goes full career counsellor on you. "Have you considered learning to code better?" Ouch. It's like having a digital version of your disappointed parent, except this one runs on algorithms and attitude. Who knew silicon could serve such spectacular shade? Exploding Termites and Immortal Cells Now, for something completely different - termites that literally explode when they're stressed. (Relatable, honestly.) These little kamikaze insects from French Guiana take "going out with a bang" quite literally. And while we're on the topic of bizarre biology, let's talk about 'zombie cells' that refuse to die. Will is convinced his mustache would be a great use of zombie cells, potentially achieving post-mortem world domination. Rod's betting on his spleen, because apparently the snowboarders of the world would thank him. The Dying Art of Pranking Here's a sad stat: April Fool's Day searches are down 50% from a decade ago. Are we all getting too serious? Too busy? Research shows interest peaked in 1931 - probably because they didn't have TikTok to distract them. So there you have it, folks - our first little bit of science episode after our rather long and unintentional break. Where else would you learn about exploding insects, sassy AI, and vape-dependent virtual pets all in one go? Stay tuned for more scientific weirdness, because trust us, this is just the tip of the nerdy iceberg. Until next time, keep your curiosity weird and your termites unexploded! 03:03 Exploring AI and Its Quirks 03:43 The Stupid Hackathon and Vape-O-Gotchi 11:30 AI's Role in Climate Change Research 15:56 AI's Human-like Behaviour 23:15 AI and Mistranslation Fun 26:17 The Exploding Termites of French Guiana 28:09 The Evolutionary Wonders and Oddities 29:09 The Mysteries of Dog Farts 31:39 Zombie Cells and Their Implications 35:20 The Embarrassing Robot Study 46:39 The Decline of April Fool's Day SOURCES: Vape-o-Gotchi: https://futurism.com/neoscope/vape-tamagotchi-interview Robot refuses to code: https://arstechnica.com/ai/2025/03/ai-coding-assistant-refuses-to-write-code-tells-user-to-learn-programming-instead/ Embarrassed Robots: https://link.springer.com/article/10.2478/s13230-010-0011-3 Reassessment of the Anthropogenic CO₂-Global Warming Hypothesis: https://scienceofclimatechange.org/wp-content/uploads/SCC-Grok-3-Review-V5-1.pdf Tortured Phrases: https://arxiv.org/abs/2107.06751 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Submit feedback/questions/rebuttals/abuse to cheers@alittlebitofscience.com.au and you might be featured/glorified/shamed in the next episode! From the ashes of The Wholesome Show, A Little Bit Of Science is born! We are back, more professional, beer-fuelled, and sciencey than ever. We now have well-thought-out segments, consistent bits, more lols and an even greater lust for creating high-quality infotainment - basically everything we need to take this show to the next level! Stay tuned for a little bit of science from your favourite academics with beers! MORE FROM THE WHOLESOME SHOW: Apple Spotify Omny FM Website Twitter TikTok Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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