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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

The Science Of The Shingles Vaccine

2 days ago - 13 mins

Show Me the Science with Luke O'Neill

The Science Of The Manopause

9 days ago - 12 mins

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The Science Of Coffee

16 days ago - 18 mins

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221. The Science Of Magnesium

23 days ago - 12 mins

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220. The Science Of A.I

a month ago - 12 mins

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219. The Science Of Revision

a month ago - 13 mins

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151. The Science of Covid-19 Anniversary

Although it might seem like it was just yesterday, it's already been 4 years since the first fatality as a result of Covid-19. Luke takes us back to what we knew then and shows just how quickly science reacted to the disease with things like vaccines and therapeutic remedies. He also asks what we have learned from the last 4 years and the most important question of all - Are we ready for the next pandemic when it comes along?