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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

220. The Science Of A.I

5 days ago - 12 mins

Show Me the Science with Luke O'Neill

219. The Science Of Revision

12 days ago - 13 mins

Show Me the Science with Luke O'Neill

218. The Science Of Snake Venom

19 days ago - 15 mins

Show Me the Science with Luke O'Neill

217. The Science Of Overindulgence

a month ago - 14 mins

Show Me the Science with Luke O'Neill

216. The Science Of Urine

a month ago - 15 mins

Show Me the Science with Luke O'Neill

215. The Science Of Lab Grown Meat

a month ago - 13 mins

Show Me the Science with Luke O'Neill

172. The Science of Greying And Balding

It's a question that has puzzled and perplexed the greatest minds for eons and has literally had them scratching their heads. Why do some people go grey and/or go bald and why do others keep their colour and lucious locks?. The answer science is discovering is a fascinating one and it just might have you binning your Grecian 2000 soon. Luke also reveals an incredible connection between balding and becoming president of The United States. Hair raising stuff!