The Life Scientific
347
Episodes
4.5 / 5
Rating

The Life Scientific

by BBC Radio 4

Category
Science
Frequency
Language
English
Professor Jim Al-Khalili talks to leading scientists about their life and work, finding out what inspires and motivates them and asking what their discoveries might do for us in the future

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Recent Reviews

Real Life Storytelling and Science

Starred_Night8/27/2024

This podcast captivates, engages and teaches a vast spectrum of science through the lens of the people who know it best. It's fascinating and fantastic and inspiring. I learn a lot and enjoy doing so, thank you.

Great guests and excellent topics.

Tim_MN9/21/2023

I really enjoy this podcast. The biographies are interesting to hear, and I learn a lot of fascinating science.

Learn about Science and the People Behind the Science

Anon325893/5/2021

Highly recommend for those interested in learning about science and scientists! The host, Professor Jim Al-Khalili, draws out from his guests--who are leading scientists from a wide range of fields--clear explanations of their research and why it is important. In addition, he also elicits stories of how the guests became interested in and pursued their work, which helps the audience understand and appreciate the people behind the science and the sometimes circuitous paths they take in their education and careers.

Insights and ideas

Brit by the Bay7/7/2020

Beautifully done. Jim the physicist does an amazing job of making a wide range of science areas seem totally accessible, understandable and within reach of ordinary mortals! Love the mix of men, women and topics. Thanks BBC!

Keeps Interest if you love learning WHY...

llamaneck2/23/2020

Gonna keep Listening!