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Show Me the Science with Luke O'Neill

Have you ever wondered why we laugh or if you can really die of a broken heart? Join Professor Luke O'Neill on ‘Show Me the Science’ as he tackles a different issue each week; from the serious to the silly, all explained through science. This Newstalk production will open the world of science to people of all ages. New episodes every Thursday. Show me the Science is with thanks to B Braun. Listen and subscribe to Show Me the Science with Luke O'Neill on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Download, listen and subscribe on the Newstalk App.   You can also listen to Newstalk live on newstalk.com or on Alexa, by and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'

Latest episodes

199. The Science Of Height

6 days ago - 15 mins

Show Me the Science with Luke O'Neill

198. The Science Of Human Cells

13 days ago - 14 mins

Show Me the Science with Luke O'Neill

197. The Science Of Gene Editing

20 days ago - 12 mins

Show Me the Science with Luke O'Neill

196. The Science Of Climate Change

a month ago - 12 mins

Show Me the Science with Luke O'Neill

195. The Science Of Old Wives' Tale

a month ago - 14 mins

Show Me the Science with Luke O'Neill

194. The Science Of Fluoride

a month ago - 12 mins

Show Me the Science with Luke O'Neill

124. The Science of Blood Clotting

Blood clotting is an essential part of our body's response to injury. Not only does it prevent blood loss, it also helps to slow the spread of bacteria and infection. But, excessive clotting can have negative consequences. Luke explains how clotting is triggered in the body and how his lab's new research could prevent unwanted clotting and the harmful effects associated with it.