Infinite Monkey Cage Series 25, new to BBC Podcasts, sees Brian and Robin joined by a host of exciting guests from the world of comedy including Conan O'Brien, Eric Idle and Tim Minchin, plus scientists from Caltech, NASA and more. Brian Cox and Robin Ince host a close encounter of the 1st kind with comedian Lucy Beaumont, astronomer Maggie Aderin-Pocock, Director of Jodrell Bank Professor Tim OBrien, and science presenter Dallas Campbell to ask if UFOs and aliens have visited Earth? Incredibly, this could even be viewed as a form of intelligence. They discuss the psychology and profile of people who are more likely to believe in conspiracies and the devastating effect some, like the anti-vaccine movement, have had on public health. They'll be asking when studying paranormal phenomenon went from a genuine scientific endeavour, to the realms of pseudoscience. They also look at the results of their own personal DNA testsso which panellist is a little bit neanderthal and which one has a genetic history firmly rooted in the North! And have we reached the absolute limits of human endurance? They are joined by astrophysicists Kirsten Banks and Devika Kamath and comedian Ross Noble as they discuss how different the night sky looks from the southern hemisphere. What do our panel wish they'd been taught at school, and what is the key to a life-long love of numbers? "What Particles Remain to be Discovered?". They find out how just one point of light can tell you exactly what a star is made of and why this can be the key to understanding the future of our galaxy. Brian Cox and Robin Ince discover whether ageing could really be cured. So are these discoveries just luck, are they still deserving of Nobel prizes and scientific glory, or is serendipity and an open scientific mind key to exploring and understanding our universe? Brian Cox throws Robin Ince into a black hole to see what happens next. Brian Cox and Robin Ince are joined by Alan Davies as they delve inside the human brain. Clockwise from top right: Brian Cox, Alice Roberts, Sarah Parcak, Sara Pascoe and Robin Ince The Infinite Monkey Cage is the perfect show on which to test out a virtual audience. From extraordinary life forms with incredible survival strategies, to the gruesome sex life of the angler fish, the panel discuss some of the greatest discoveries of the last few years, and what questions they still hope to answer. Will they manage to secretly persuade a section of the theatre audience to pick one type of soft drink over another by secretly flashing the name of a certain brand on a screen? 162 episodes (26 series) Witty, irreverent look at the world through scientists' eyes. Series 24. It's a whistle stop tour of all you'll ever need to know about gravity and how a mathematical equation written 100 years ago predicted everything from black holes to the Big Bang, to our expanding universe, long before there was any proof that these extraordinary phenomena existed. Read about our approach to external linking. From Einstein's equations more than a 100 years ago through to the amazing discoveries we've made in the last few years about blackholes and gravitational waves, the universe we think we see is not necessarily the true fundamental reality that physics has uncovered. We've only just begun to touch the surface, literally, in terms of identifying and learning about the huge and varied life forms that live in our oceans -from the microbes that could inspire and generate new drugs to fight antibiotic resistant diseases, to the deep sea snails with iron clad shells, that may lead to the development of new super-strong materials. Brian Cox and Robin Ince are joined on stage by comedian Katy Brand, science writer Philip Ball and medic, author and broadcaster Kevin Fong. Is our sense of the world around us a completely personal experience and a construct of our brains? They also look at whether controlling fire is a uniquely human trait and how other species have evolved to use fire to their advantage. In addition to the regular programmes, a special entitled "An Infinite Monkey's Guide to General Relativity" was broadcast in two half-hour episodes on 8 and 15 December 2015. Fear not though, a new revolution in understanding is underway, with some extraordinary insights into the cunning of our little white cells. Our ability to learn about phenomena and worlds that seem almost impossibly out of reach, now give us an incredible insight into the universe we occupy, and how we got here. Keep listening for a very special guest appearance by Duran Duran's Nick Rhodes. Robin Ince and Brian Cox are joined on stage by comedian Dave Gorman, author and Enigma Machine owner Simon Singh and. They also discover why the source of our heavier elements such as gold and platinum has been so difficult to prove, until now. The panel also ponder which element they might choose if they were building a universe from scratch and the audience suggest which elements they would remove from the periodic table if given the chance? Brian Cox and Robin Ince invent Infinite Monkey Cluedo and try to plot the perfect crime. Brian Cox and Robin Ince look up at the stars of the southern hemisphere. Unfortunately for Ross, this turns out to mean actual rolling stones, rather than THE Rolling Stones. The Infinite Monkeys return for a new series, the first of which will see them head to the USA for their first live tour. You might think materials are a bit boring and inconsequential but without them we would still be living in the stone age. They'll be asking whether scientific progress needs the pressures and casualties of war to drive it, or whether some of our biggest scientific breakthroughs, that have resulted from periods of conflict, would have happened anyway? They look at how the history and development of the telescope and the microscope have allowed us to look at the impossibly big to the seemingly impossibly small, to gain insight into the history of our universe and the inner workings of the human body. Also features Brian Cox. Infinite Monkeys Brian Cox and Robin Ince delve into the postbag and open up the inbox for a programme specially recorded for BBC Radio 4 Extra. Brian Cox and Robin Ince are joined by comedian Ross Noble, Professor Danielle Schreve and Professor Chris Stringer as they look at the tricky job of piecing together the history of modern humans and how we came to be here. Marshall, an Australian physician, famously experimented on himself to prove his theory that a bacterium was responsible for most peptic ulcers. Will a knowledge of probability give you the ultimate winning strategy for your next game of Monopoly? They'll be looking at some of the fantastic ideas at the very forefront of science and technology that are being looked at to help in tackling some of the biggest challenges facing our planet, from climate change, to feeding our ever expanding global population. Hailed as an elixir of life, and foundation of the atmosphere, oxygen is the revolutionary element that quickens life and hastens death through its ferocious reactivity. They'll be exploring how some basic psychology can lead to some truly impressive deceptions, and ask how easy it is to trick the human mind, even a mind like Brian's. They learn about the strange physiology of spiders, including skin shedding, weaving sperm webs and having hundreds of babies at once. A special hour long episode of the hugely popular science/comedy show, celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Apollo moon landings. Brian Cox and Robin Ince wonder what we have learnt from Covid? They'll be going big on Big Data, and asking just how big is it? series of books. Exploring the Deep. They have also been a recipient of the now infamous Ig Nobel prizes, awarded each year as a parody of the Nobel Prize, to research that seems at first glance, entirely improbable, and possibly pointless. Brian Cox and Robin Ince discover whether ageing could really be cured. Brian Cox and Robin Ince mark the 200th anniversary of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. Brian Cox and Robin Ince are joined on stage by comedian Phill Jupitus, Philosopher Professor Nick Bostrom and Neuroscientist Professor Anil Seth to ask what the chances are that are living in some Matrix like, simulated world and more importantly, how would we ever know? Brian Cox and Robin Ince are joined by comedian and beatboxer Beardyman, acoustic engineer Prof Trevor Cox and neuroscientist Prof Sophie Scott to explore the amazing capabilities of the human voice. Brian Cox and Robin Ince transport the cage of infinite proportions, for the first of 2 programmes from the Edinburgh Festival. Brian Cox and Robin Ince are joined by actor and space enthusiast Brian Blessed, Director of, Brian Cox and Robin Ince discuss the life and works of Alfred Russel Wallace, the lesser known co-founder of the, Brian Cox and Robin Ince transport their infinite cage to the more finite proportions of. They look at how radio and space telescopes have allowed us to look back in time and "see" the big bang, and understand the age and content of the early universe, and how space telescopes have thrown light on the mysterious substance known as dark matter. The Infinite Monkey Cage Series 24 How to Teach Maths This content doesn't seem to be working. They'll be asking why we seem to be so good at telling lies, but not very good at spotting them, and why being good liars could be the secret to our success as a social animal. Brian Cox and Robin Ince visit Nasa's JPL with comedian Conan O'Brien. At first glance the questions may seem impossible, but, as it turns out, maths and physics can provide an answer to these headscratchers, as the panel discover. "The Infinite Monkey Cage" attempts to bring science and fun listening together. The Monkey Cage returns from its tour of the USA, as Brian Cox and Robin Ince take to the stage of the BBC Radio Theatre to look at the science of speed. They'll be looking at the development of artificial limbs and organs that have been pioneered during times of war and at the extreme end of emergency medicine, and find out how Noel Fitzpatrick is developing new techniques and bionic devices at his veterinary practice, that could eventually be used on humans. Brian Cox and Robin Ince are joined on stage by comedian Lee Mack, science author and journalist Simon Singh and chemist Professor Andrea Sella to look at how many of our biggest science discoveries seem to have come about by accident. No dead strawberries this week, but plenty of dead bodies, as Brian Cox and Robin Ince take a gruesome look at the science of death and some of the more unusual ways that forensic scientists are able to look for and gather clues and evidence. A witty irreverent look at some of the issues surrounding the public's perception of science and how it's reported in the media. They'll be looking at why studying our nearest relative, the chimpanzee, could reveal clues as to how humans evolved some of the traits that make us stand out, such as language, culture and truly altruistic cooperation, or whether these are traits that are now being uncovered in our primate cousins. It combines hard facts, softer theories and bold deviations into comedy. The Science of Doctor Who Brian Cox and Robin Ince celebrate the festive season with a look at the science of Doctor Who. They are joined by singer KT Tunstall and physicists Fay Dowker and Jeff Forshaw to discuss all things Quantum, in the most unlikely of places! They'll be looking at how microbes are found in every extreme environment on the planet, how and when they first arrived on the Earth and why the hunt is on to find evidence of microbes in space. [3][4] The show's eighth series was broadcast in June and July 2013 and the podcast, published immediately after the initial radio broadcast, features extended versions of most episodes starting with 1 July 2013 Glastonbury Special episode in Series 8. Could anyone win a gold at the Olympics? Get your calculators ready! What can we learn about our own planet by looking back at it from space? Brian Cox and Robin Ince are joined by guests including Katy Brand, Steve Backshall and Professor Tim Birkhead to uncover the secret life of birds. They also look at how the Sun makes you feel and its vital importance to all creatures, especially snails. They are joined on stage by impressionist Jon Culshaw and astrophysicists Sarah Bridle and Tim O'Brien as they look up at the sky to discover that everything we see only accounts for 5% of the entire universe. They'll be looking at life beyond the Higgs Boson and asking whether a new, as yet undetected particle could answer arguably the greatest question in physics and finally uncover the mysterious unknown elements that make up the 95% of our Universe that are known as Dark Matter and Dark Energy. They are joined by ecologists Dieter Hochuli and Mariella Herberstein and comedian Claire Hooper. Brian Cox and Robin Ince are joined by comedian Sara Pascoe to get a unique maths lesson. Im just not a fan of Science as a vehicle to promote your political beliefs. They'll be looking at the cultural impact of this epic novel, and the long lasting impact it has had on the perception of science and scientists. This week they are joined by comedian and former mathematician Paul Foot to discuss whether the modern world is a force for good or evil, and whether a simpler, more natural existence might be a better way forward. Brian Cox and Robin Ince look up at the stars of the southern hemisphere. What are the big questions that dinosaur hunters are hoping to uncover, and did they go extinct at all? "Do not be scared of science." That is the message of "The Infinite Monkey Cage," according to one of its hosts, the comedian Robin Ince.The science-meets-comedy radio show, which has been broadcast on BBC's Radio 4 since 2009, has also become one of Britain's most popular podcasts, and is gaining a following in the United States. All episodes are available to stream via the website and as podcast downloads.[12]. Brian Cox and Robin Ince look back at Earth with some truly out of this world guests. All will be revealed. Brian Cox and Robin Ince get their chef's hats on as they look at the science of cooking. Former cosmologist Dara O'Briain and Dr Alice Roberts join physicist Brian Cox and comedian Robin Ince for a witty, irreverent and unashamedly rational look at the world according to science. Brian Cox and Robin Ince discuss the hunt for elusive planets outside our solar system. Probably not, according to Brian as Venus is too hot! How safe is nuclear power and how worried should we be by the threat of asteroid impact? They are joined by astrophysicists Kirsten Banks and Devika Kamath and comedian Ross Noble as they discuss how different the night sky looks from the southern hemisphere. Brian Cox and Robin Ince take to the stage at this year's Cheltenham Science Festival to discuss science mavericks. Can Erica and Matthew persuade David to put his fly gun down and learn to love those pesky pests, or is their reputation for being disgusting and annoying justified? Last edited on 23 February 2023, at 17:26, "BBC Radio 4 The Infinite Monkey Cage Series", "A cat in a wheelie bin can help us ponder how the universe works", "The Infinite Monkey Cage, Radio 4, Monday; Take one boffin. From Holograms to spagettification, it turns out science fact is far more bizarre than anything that science fiction could possibly imagine. Prof. Brian Cox and Robin Ince return for a new series and start by tackling one of the most profound questions in science: which are better, Bats or Flies? Brian Cox and Robin Ince take to the stage in San Francisco for the last of their USA specials. Brian Cox and Robin Ince are joined on stage by comedian Marcus Brigstocke and marine biologists Professor Callum Roberts and Dr Heather Koldewey as they look at the amazing creatures that create and colonise coral reefs. They look at the thorny issue of race, and whether there is a scientific definition for the concept of race. From the optimal strategy to finding your true love, to how to fix a wonky table in the pub, thinking like a mathematician can help you in some very unlikely situations. The Infinite Monkeys Robin Ince and Brian Cox are in a festive mood as they discuss the science of Christmas with special guests biologist Richard Dawkins, actor and writer Mark Gatiss and science journalist Roger Highfield. Witty, irreverent look at the world through scientists' eyes. 24 offers from $4.32. mathematicians Prof Hannah Fry and Dr Eugenia Cheng and webcomic creator Randall Munroe to discover how thinking like a mathematician could solve some tricky everyday conundrums. Brian and Robin find out how this should change the way we look at all plants, and in particular how we manage our forests and discover some of the secrets of those whispering trees. This week, Brian Cox and Robin Ince wonder if the world would be better off without spending an undue amount of time and energy trying to get giant pandas to mate and instead concentrated on saving species which let's face it, are a lot less cute but probably more important for the planet. They'll be looking at where Big Data comes from, should we be worried about it, and what mysteries are hidden within the seemingly endless amounts of information that is collected about us as we go about our daily lives. Sadly, he is paired with failed comedian Robin Ince and he ruins the show with his shambling, pointless jokes. They'll be looking at why quantum physics, in particular, seems to attract some of the more fringe elements of pseudoscience and alternative medicine, and whether there is anything about the frankly weird quantum behaviour of particles, like the ability to seemingly be in two places at once, that really can be applied to the human condition. BBC Radio 4 / BBC Sounds. All will be revealed. They discuss ancient cave paintings depicting Orion's belt, the astronomical revolution that came with our understanding of how planets orbit the Sun, and how astronauts like Tim who have "touched the sky" have seen the stars in a totally unique way. They are joined by comedian and talk-show host Conan O'Brien, alongside JPL's Dr Katie Stack Morgan and Dr Kevin Hand, and discuss the incredible missions that are hunting for signs of life within our own solar system. Brian Cox and Robin Ince host a witty, irreverent look at the world through scientists' eyes. The Infinite Monkey Cage Series 24 The Wood Wide Web This content doesn't seem to be working. Brian Cox and Robin Ince are joined on stage by material scientists Mark Miadownik and Anna Ploszajski and comedian Ed Byrne to discover the life changing materials that are hidden in plain sight. Brian Cox and Robin Ince are joined by a stellar panel of space travellers as they get tips on surviving isolation from a group with a truly unique insight. From Flat Earth believers to people who refuse to accept that humans have ever been to the moon, why is fiction often so much easier to believe than fact and does it matter? Ince and Cox headed an Uncaged Monkeys live tour in 2011, and toured the United States in 2015.[9]. The scientific willing may be there, but is the political will finally catching up? Series 24 The Infinite Monkey Cage Brian Cox and Robin Ince return for a new series of the hit science/comedy show. They look at the idea of the block universe, where our future is as real as our past, which worryingly leads to Robin's favourite question about free will is that an illusion too? Read about our approach to external linking. With the help of some of the world's leading cosmologists, and a comedian or two, they explore the notions of space time, falling elevators, trampolines and bowling balls, and what was wrong with Newton's apple. How dropping raisins in a bottle of lemonade reveal how the Titanic sunk, and a robot orchestra, created from household objects, plays some familiar tunes. Brian Cox and Robin Ince answer The Infinite Monkey Cage listeners' questions. Released On: 02 Jul 2022 Available for over a year Brian Cox and Robin Ince travel deep below the. Most crucially that seemingly dull but necessary process of photosynthesis that we all learned about in school, is in fact one of the most important processes in our universe, and as usual it seems, the physicists are trying to take credit for it. The second of two programmes recorded at the Edinburgh Festival. So how do you test a guppies IQ and can a crow really outsmart a gorilla, or even a humanprepare to be amazed. They are joined by legendary comedians Steve Martin and Eric Idle, alongside astrophysicist Katie Mack and cosmologist Brian Greene, to find out which end the panel might prefer. Brian Cox and Robin Ince transport their cage of infinite proportions to the Glastonbury Festival as they take to the stage with their special brand of science and comedy. Swapping the infinite cage for the Tardis, they are joined on stage by comedian Ross Noble, Professor Fay Dowker, Oscar winning special FX director Paul Franklin, author and Doctor Who writer Simon Guerrier and the Very Reverend Victor Stock. Brian Cox and Robin Ince are joined by comedian Sara Pascoe to get a unique maths lesson. Brian, Robin and guests look at how this momentous discovery brought together nearly 1/3 of the world's astronomers and astrophysicists as they raced to point their telescopes at the collision, but also confirmed the presence of gravitational waves, first predicted in Einstein's theory of general relativity back in 1915. It would seem so, with remarkable examples of cunning, smart behaviour from animals as diverse as birds, octopuses and even fish. 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