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 :)

You already have a 'moral compass' (with or without a pope)
Apr 25, 2025 – 30:00
Are you a liar?
Apr 10, 2025 – 30:00
What causes a scientist to actually pack up and leave?
Apr 6, 2025 – 30:00
A case of bullying
Mar 27, 2025 – 30:00
Borders & break-ups
Mar 20, 2025 – 30:00
Why don't I like my audiobook?
Mar 7, 2025 – 30:00
Why's that fish looking at me?
Feb 20, 2025 – 30:00
What exactly is 'the ick'?
Feb 13, 2025 – 30:00
Eggs, AI & how to get people to have babies
Feb 6, 2025 – 30:00
Should I give up on climate change?
Jan 30, 2025 – 30:00
Is news bad for me? Science has an answer.
Jan 17, 2025 – 30:00
The end of social media fact checking?
Jan 9, 2025 – 30:00
Bird flu 2025 - Spread, symptoms, risk
Jan 5, 2025 – 30:00
Crime & punishment in a "dangerous" world
Dec 19, 2024 – 30:00
What is FOMO? (And how do I get rid of it?)
Dec 13, 2024 – 30:00
Science unscripted: Is another pandemic brewing? The current bird flu situation
Dec 6, 2024 – 29:59
How your brain understands other people (sometimes WRONG!)
Nov 29, 2024 – 16:16
A poo test for discrimination?
Nov 22, 2024 – 13:19
A gossiper's friend & how to think about drinking
Nov 7, 2024 – 30:00
Why are people getting skinnier?
Oct 31, 2024 – 30:00
Don't text & drive (especially during a full moon)
Oct 25, 2024 – 30:00
Can we hit ‘pause’ on a human embryo?
Oct 20, 2024 – 30:00
This is what a fake podcast sounds like
Oct 11, 2024 – 30:00
Want the job? Post a 'Duchenne' smile
Oct 4, 2024 – 30:00
Assert yourself (especially if your partner drinks)
Sep 23, 2024 – 30:00
Cat-eating conspiracies & a heartless bot to stop them
Sep 12, 2024 – 30:00
Weekly roundup — Waves in the dark
Sep 8, 2024 – 30:00
A dyslexia breakthrough
Sep 7, 2024 – 11:42
When you look in the mirror, does your face match your name?
Sep 6, 2024 – 24:21
Weekly roundup — My phone can smell things?
Sep 1, 2024 – 30:00
Unhoused people & what police should(n't) do about it
Aug 31, 2024 – 25:35
Are you symbiosexual?
Aug 30, 2024 – 11:47
Weekly roundup — Together again
Aug 25, 2024 – 30:00
What is 'benevolent' sexism?
Aug 24, 2024 – 17:56
Will mpox become the next pandemic?
Aug 22, 2024 – 13:42
Weekly roundup — Oceans on Mars?
Aug 18, 2024 – 30:00
TikTok, misinformation, and the female pelvic floor
Aug 17, 2024 – 08:54
Human Hobbits really existed?
Aug 15, 2024 – 14:09
Why do boys give better directions than girls?
Aug 9, 2024 – 11:33
Gabe & Conor got burgled (true crime episode)
Aug 1, 2024 – 30:00
Weekly roundup — 20 billion clicks?
Jul 28, 2024 – 30:00
Depressed after moving? You're not alone.
Jul 27, 2024 – 09:56
Sexual double standards & better sleep
Jul 25, 2024 – 18:01
Young Germans are happier to be single (nowadays)
Jul 11, 2024 – 11:43
Weekly roundup — Things just won't stop changing
Jul 7, 2024 – 30:00
Can you sing? And if so, does it have anything to do with lemurs?
Jul 6, 2024 – 08:35
Why do people ghost each other?
Jul 5, 2024 – 20:09
Weekly roundup — A cure for lower back pain (that might injure your legs)
Jun 30, 2024 – 30:00
Losing your job is worse for your health if you live in a different country
Jun 29, 2024 – 09:12
Granola poop & a deserving victim
Jun 27, 2024 – 20:01

Recent Reviews

Matt@THEATL

Better & Better

The entire DW catalog is new to me this year and can't get enough. A great way to stay informed while avoiding the senseless and devisive rhetortic that is at every turn in the U.S. right now. Keep on keepin on.
Schaefer and Tan

Horrible hosts

What indulgence! They get paid for doing this? They need to improve the content. The interview of the coworker whose husband got bitten by piranhas are not scientific. They also included the shower singing in the gym. Is it relevant? Pure indulgence of the hosts. I listened to a few episodes but just cannot carry on anymore.
medarvish

Great Show has a whole new level

I love Spectrum because of the myriad of subjects touched upon, always interesting and relevant, always engaging. And now with Cyrus Farivar as the new host, it's better than ever. I have listened to his work for many years on The World and CBC and have always enjoyed his inquisitive style and friendly voice.
Nbreuer

A wonderful show just got even better with addition of new host.

I've heard Cyrus Farivar reporting on technology several times on NPR's "The World" and am happy to find that he now has his own show. I highly recommend this as a great listen for those interested in the latest in tech stuff and the meta-word of the internet.
Robert, lost in the East Bay

Spectrum is better than ever.

I think that the Spectrum show is excellent with far more generous time allocated for each segment than is the case in many other English language science/technology channels. Also, I think that the new host, Cyrus Farivar, seems very sharp and spirited in keeping things moving along. The variety of topics is fantastic. I have downloaded the podcasts via iTunes so I can be sure to catch each weekly broadcast. Great stuff.
rguyon

Interesting and varied tech talk from Europe

The new host of this show is awesome! I love the diversity of topics and the fresh perspective on sci/tech issues in Europe -- definitely one of my new favorite podcasts!