1. Soy, Shells and Simple Math

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. 7 October 2023

A chemical engineer makes fuel out of soybean oil; the mother of GPS; a scientist uses seashells to help human bones grow; a mathematician shows tricks to make math fun.

2. Fusion, Focus and Footsteps

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. 14 October 2023

Uncovering the prehistoric giants hiding below one of America's biggest cities; nuclear fusion; the dangers of distracted driving; a structural engineer who can make buildings as sensitive as humans.

3. Beaches, Bulbs and Botany

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. 21 October 2023

The science behind surfboards; the power of a Tesla coil; the effects of carbon dioxide in the environment; the senses of cephalopods.

4. Materials, Makeup and Mars

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. 28 October 2023

How different surfaces react differently to falling objects; a coach for the U.S. women's soccer team uses science to keep her players in shape; Miranda gets made into a woodland fairy with special effects makeup; driving the Mars Curiosity rover.

5. Sealife, Self-Talk and Stargazing

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. 4 November 2023

The CEO of an aquarium shows how they work to restore wildlife; why talking to oneself matters; stargazing tips; how people taste and experience food.