Instant Genius

Whether you’re curious about getting healthy, the Big Bang or the science of cooking, find out everything you need to know with Instant Genius. The team behind BBC Science Focus Magazine talk to world-leading experts to bring you two bite-sized masterclasses on a new subject each week.

New episodes are released every Monday and Friday and you can subscribe to Instant Genius on Apple Podcasts to access all new episodes ad-free and all old episodes of Instant Genius Extra.

Watch full episodes of Instant Genius on BBC Science Focus Magazine's YouTube channel.

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Technology
1
What we can learn from music’s ability to evoke...
22 min
2
Why the liver is the body’s most misunderstood ...
26 min
3
Why this common women’s health condition is so ...
38 min
4
The miraculous healing ability of our brains
30 min
5
How parasites play a vital role as caretakers o...
37 min
6
How to keep your body younger for longer
27 min
7
Why wasps are one of the planet’s most misunder...
27 min
8
Why you probably don’t need to be taking dietar...
28 min
9
Why this tiny organism is essential for the hea...
32 min
10
What happens in our bodies when our hormones mi...
28 min
11
What we can learn about parenting from the anim...
24 min
12
Don’t miss the upcoming Nature’s Unsung Heroes ...
0 min
13
Why bisexuality is everywhere
30 min
14
The past, present and future of DNA science
31 min
15
Why ecoacoustics is the future of conservation
21 min
16
Unlocking the invisible rainbows of the Universe
37 min
17
Why birdsong is the pop music of the natural world
21 min
18
Why walking more is the best thing you can do t...
28 min
19
How ultrasound tech could save hedgehogs
32 min
20
Why ADHD is so challenging to diagnose
33 min
21
Inside the project helping the hard of hearing ...
22 min
22
Why your Neanderthal genes may be affecting you...
26 min
23
Don't miss the upcoming Science of Sound Minise...
0 min
24
How to help your brain thrive in a rapidly chan...
39 min
25
How to break free from imposter syndrome
28 min