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**Science unscripted**

The science stories that will actually change your day — and maybe make you laugh. Science unscripted is a podcast, radio show & YouTube channel driven by listeners. Hello from Germany 🙂

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Is your life meaningful? Jun 18, 2025

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The answer might be no. But if you say yes ... then what exactly are you picturing when you say yes?

This one's for the short kings Jun 12, 2025

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Ever want to be taller? That might mean you're more competitive (and jealous). Also, if someone asked you which animal is the most abundant on earth... what would you say?

Is this pseudo-profound bull****? Jun 05, 2025

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Ever been a victim of 'pseudo-profound bull***'? A new study hints at why. Also, why you probably shouldn't be putting tape over your mouth, and a look at people follow rules... even when they don't actually have to.

Yes, men find female breasts attractive. But why? Jun 01, 2025

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This week on Science unscripted, what event(s) led to racoons setting foot in Germany? Why do our fingers prune up after a long bath? And a study conducted in Papua has bold claims about female breasts.

Cuddle much (in bed)? May 22, 2025

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The way you and your partner fall asleep says a lot about what's going on in your life. Also, a surprising new study suggests being healthy (heart-wise) isn't as beneficial as we thought for living a longer life.

Want to quit smoking or vaping? Play chess & run hard. May 15, 2025

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When you're trying to quit an addiction... what happens in that moment or two just before you fail? Researchers in Germany are trying to solve that. Gabe took part (sort of).

Be happier! (Play music!) May 08, 2025

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Doesn't matter how old you are — learning a new instrument (or trying) has all sorts of side benefits. Also, it's about time we understand the 'most misunderstood serious illness.'

How much sex makes you happiest? May 01, 2025

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Sex is good for your mental and physical health — and now scientists know how much makes you happiest. Also, how many relationships are sexless... but both partners are OK with it?

You already have a 'moral compass' (with or without a pope) Apr 25, 2025

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On the day you were born, you already had the framework of your own personal morality inside you. And we know that because of a study on young children who were asked to do something really bad — because God 'told them to.'

Are you a liar? Apr 10, 2025

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Music can be really bad for you if it's forced on you (at work). Also, which people believe false headlines — and a study to help you spot a liar.