Dr Karl Podcast

Dr Karl Podcast

Join Dr Karl Kruszelnicki, Lucy Smith and their scientific guests, with a bunch of curious triple j listeners for a weekly injection of science, myth-bashing and answers!
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Episodios

1010-

Calcium v. iron, E=mc² and The Pill

20 ago. 2026
1009-

Axolotls, hydration and escalators

In this episode of Science with Dr. Carl, the hosts answer a wide range of listener questions covering biology, physics, and everyday phenomena. The discussion explores everything from the physical sensations of submarine life and the regenerative powers of axolotls to why toothpaste alters the taste of beer and the neurological reasons behind motor prediction on escalators. The episode also delves into debunking common health myths, such as daily water intake requirements and the effectiveness of hydration methods. Additionally, the hosts address digestive issues related to certain foods, the impact of wind on perceived temperature, and the unique metallic scent of outer space.

13 ago. 2026
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Endometriosis, oversleeping and 'irritable male syndrome'

In this episode of the Triple J podcast, Dr. Naomi Kabelik and Dr. Teresa Larkin answer listener questions regarding various biological topics. The discussion covers the physiological causes of hot flushes during menopause, the genetic concordance of neurodivergence in twins, how to determine optimal sleep duration, and why corn may appear undigested in bowel movements. The doctors also explore bodily functions such as the science behind body odor, the prevalence of common colds, and the impact of hormonal changes on scent. The episode further delves into reproductive health topics, including the anatomical effects of a hysterectomy, the distinction between endometriosis and adenomyosis, and the biological mechanisms of testosterone cycles.

06 ago. 2026
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Alzheimer's, furry friends and spider webs

In this episode of Science with Dr. Carl, the hosts explore a wide range of scientific phenomena, from the economic scale of AI market capitalization to the physical properties of spider webs and why water feels colder than air. The discussion covers misconceptions about the moon's rotation and mass concentrations. The episode also addresses listener questions regarding animal lateralization, the physics of smell, and evolutionary biology involving dinosaurs and dogs. Additionally, Dr. Carl shares insights into unexpected phenomena in Alzheimer's patients and provides meteorological definitions for cloud cover.

30 jul. 2026
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Cold sores, facial hair and double rainbows

In this episode of Science with Dr. Carl, the hosts explore a wide range of scientific phenomena, from the mysterious occurrence of terminal lucidity in Alzheimer's patients to the physics behind why the sky appears different in Western Australia. The discussion covers various biological and physical topics, including the mechanics of post-urination shudders, the behavior of electric fields near power lines, and the biology of recurring cold sores. The episode also delves into the science of hair texture, the formation of supernumerary rainbows, and celestial disk formation. Additionally, the doctors address listener questions regarding the sympathetic nervous system's response to stress and explore the ideomotor effect in the context of water divining.

23 jul. 2026