Top Science Podcasts

Explaining the key scientific ideas, technologies, and policies relevant to the global climate crisis. Visit climatenow.com for more information, video series, and events.

Nature’s Archive, hosted by Michael Hawk, delves into the beauty and complexity of the natural world through interviews with ecologists, naturalists, educators, authors, and researchers. Each episode inspires curiosity and reveals nature’s surprising nuances. Part of Jumpstart Nature, a movement empowering everyone to support the environment, this podcast invites you to connect with nature like never before.

How did the richest people on the planet make their billions? New episodes include: Sir Paul McCartney, Roger Federer, MrBeast, Luana Lopes Lara, Beyoncé, Cristiano Ronaldo and Steven Spielberg.

Make up your minds whether you think they are good, bad or just another billionaire.

In each episode, BBC Business Editor Simon Jack and journalist and author Zing Tsjeng analyse the lives of the super-rich, and try to understand what motivates billionaires like Elon Musk, Kim Kardashian, Tyler Perry and Oprah Winfrey.

New season: From singing superstar Beyoncé, to footballing legend Cristiano Ronaldo, Simon and Zing will rate their wealth, power, legacy and associated controversies, putting them to the test with a playful, totally unscientific scorecard. Then they hand the verdict over to you: are they good, bad, or simply billionaires?

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Ever wondered how Taylor Swift went from country singer to money-spinner? How tennis ace Roger Federer turned sporting prowess into amazing business opportunities? Or how Mr Beast and Khaby Lame became some of the wealthiest people on the planet by posting on YouTube and TikTok? Trawl through the archives to find out how Selena Gomez went from a child Disney star to a mega-magnate of makeup, and how Martha Stewart, the “original lifestyle influencer”, became one of the most successful women in business.

We explore the life of British inventor Sir James Dyson, and learn about some of the big names behind Snapchat, Minecraft, Marvel, ChatGPT, Google and Amazon, which shape the world we live in today.

In a special season, we have also told the stories of the pioneers who helped build the United States of America: the world’s first billionaire John D Rockefeller, motor magnate Henry Ford, the aviator and filmmaker Howard Hughes, Walmart founder Sam Walton, and Hetty Green - once dubbed “The Witch of Wall Street”.

It's not just how billionaires made their money; it's what they did with it next.

So, what do you think? Make up your own mind. Are they good, bad, or just another billionaire? Let us know your thoughts, and we may include your comments and suggestions in a future episode. If you do not wish for your comments, first name or location to be read out, please say that in your email or message, or mark it confidential.

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this is a podcast for social sellers who want to learn how to leverage their personality to grow on social media and in their sales.

There’s an entire generation of Americans who no longer care about prestige, titles, work travel, fancy offices and lunches. Mundane Millionaires is a podcast for this generation of small business owners who want to set their ego aside and focus on what matters — family, community, quality of life, and cash flows. In each episode, Eric Pacifici and Kevin Henderson uncover what it takes to get a little money in the bank, control your time, and invest in building great families and lives. 

My name is Abigail Green and I am so excited that you have decided to tune in to my podcast. I am currently a junior in high school and for as long as I can remember, science has always been my favorite subject throughout school. Growing up in a small beach town fostered my love for learning about nature, our environment, and ways our communities can contribute to it. During sophomore year, it fascinated me when my chemistry teacher taught us about the science of food additives and the chemistry behind how carbohydrates work in the human body. This is where I started to think about the science behind what we put into our bodies and how it affects our health and wellness. After learning about these topics, I decided to go on a personal health journey to improve my own nutrition. Shopping at different farmers' markets became a hobby for me as I navigated them for the freshest produce I could find. Along with personal changes, I also researched different supplements, diets, and read novels about how simple nutritional changes can protect our bodies from disease. In this podcast, you will find all sorts of topics in nutrition, ranging from studies on probiotic foods to natural remedies! Scientific research is used in each episode to explain how important good nutrition is to keep our bodies healthy and in the best shape to perform daily life tasks. This podcast is for anyone of all ages trying to learn more about overall health, health trends, and wants to either improve their health or spread the information to someone else. I really hope that you enjoy each episode and learn as much as I do. 

The Alcohol "Problem" Podcast explores the science, psychology and culture of alcohol through conversations with leading experts and people with lived experience. Hosted by Dr James Morris, each episode aims to challenge assumptions, reduce stigma and deepen understanding of our relationship with alcohol.

One-to-one support for your drinking is available with Dr James Morris at www.drjamesmorris.com.

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