20. The Science of Super Animals
22 April 2021 - 17 minsFrom the shrimp that can lift 3000 times its own weight (and lives in a world more colourful than we can imagine), to the giraffe's power pumping heart, and the all-seeing power of a seal's whiskers - there's super powers in the animal kingdom. Luke explores it all as he looks at the science of super animals.
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154. The Science of Morning People
Are you a night owl looking to become more of a morning person? There are lots of health benefits to waking up earlier but is it even possible to become a morning lark if it's against your nature? Luke explains the role our genes and even the Neanderthal's play in our chronotypes. He also offers some tips for changing your sleeping patterns and explains how your sleep patterns alter over time.
14 mins
15 February Finished