Dr Karl Podcast

Latest Episodes:

Hacking driverless cars, killer blackheads and the earth's heartbeat Mar 28, 2019

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Do dogs have their own personalities? Can I reset myself to become a morning person? Can we use volcanoes to get rid of the worlds rubbish?

Submarines in space, lupis and nostril hairs Mar 21, 2019

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Can animals be allergic to humans? Why do people always go on holidays near water? Why do I sleep talk?

Static shocks, amputees and glow-in-the-dark chicken. Mar 14, 2019

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Why do people have different eye colours? Why don't plastic containers dry properly in the dishwasher? What is glow-in-the dark chicken? Dr Karl answers these questions and more, with host Linda Marigliano on triple j Mornings.

Red beard hairs, living underwater and movies on airplanes Mar 07, 2019

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Why do I sweat more on one side? Can smart watches cause cancer? Why is it easier to see when squinting? Dr Karl answers these questions and more, with host Linda Marigliano on triple j Mornings.

Cheek fillers, disappearing allergies and shower stinkies Feb 28, 2019

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Why do certain sounds give you goosebumps? Can drinking cows milk cause lots of health problems? Why does your body twitch as you're falling asleep? Dr Karl answers these questions and more, with host Linda Marigliano on triple j Mornings.

Chemical happiness, attractive bees and hot feet Feb 21, 2019

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How do you test sewerage for drugs? Did a hash brownie bring back my sense of smell? Why can't I burp? These science questions get answered this week, by science journo Bianca Nogrady and Uni of Sydney researcher Dr Alice Motion.

Live from Antarctica! Feb 14, 2019

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Your favourite scientist answers your icy cold questions, live from Casey Research station. With special guests Dr Ben Galton-Fenzi and Casey research station leader Chris MacMillian.

Brown vs white rice, dairy acne and smelly food farts Feb 07, 2019

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Is brown rice actually better for you than white rice? When you eat ice cream does it leave your body as poo or wee? And how do different foods affect the smelliness of your farts? Dr Karl answers these questions and more, with host Linda Marigliano on triple j Mornings.

Cement nails, beached whales and red hair changing colour Jan 31, 2019

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Does cement make your nails grow? Are the hiccups hereditary? Why is the sound of a plane flying so loud when you're outside it, but quiet when you're inside it? Dr Karl answers these questions and more, with host Linda Marigliano on triple j Mornings.

Cement nails, beached whales and red hair changing colour Jan 24, 2019

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