Curious Cases
Booking Overview
Metrics
Episodes: 167
Frequency: Irregular
Rating: 4.8/5.0
Estimated listeners: 100,000 - 1M
Gender skew: Neutral
Listener location: United Kingdom
Contact Information
Publicly listed emails
podcast.support@bbc.co.uk
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Host
Hannah Fry - Professor of Mathematics at University College London, known for communicating complex science to broad audiences.
Dara Ó Briain - Comedian and television presenter with a background in science popularization and腹 engaging audience-friendly content.
Booking Intelligence
Booking Requirements
Recent Guest Discussions
Thomas Whale - Climate Science, Atmospheric Science
Christoph Salzmann - Chemistry, Materials Science
Sarah Hart - Mathematics, Patterns, Geometry
Tim Peake - Space Missions, Science In Space
Lynn Williams - Phantom Pains, Pain Management
Episodes
Identical(ish)
October 09, 2026
Ever wondered how close nature can get to making a human clone? And what happens if identical twin brothers marry identical twin sisters and have babies - how similar are they? Our listener Chris has been pondering this very issue, and his question takes Hannah and Dara down another scientific rabbit hole.Our intrepid duo consider how one fertilised egg can somehow become two babies, why those babies aren’t quite genetic photocopies, and why even identical twins gradually become more differen...
Trailer
September 29, 2026
Hannah Fry and Dara Ó Briain return for a new series, and a whole lot of new problems to solve!
Frosty Fractals
January 02, 2026
One winter morning, listener Jane opened her curtains to find her car roof covered in breathtaking, fern-like frost so intricate it looked like a William Morris print. But how does something as ordinary as ice create patterns so beautifully complex?Hannah and Dara explore this crunchy, slippery, delicately patterned branch of chemistry to uncover the rules and mysteries that govern the extra-ordinary world of ice. Why does ice come in so many shapes and sizes? And does all ice form at 0 degre...
Frequently asked questions
How do I get in touch with Curious Cases?
Curious Cases is hosted by Hannah Fry and Dara Ó Briain. Its publicly listed email is podcast.support@bbc.co.uk. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.
What is the email for Curious Cases?
The publicly listed email for Curious Cases: podcast.support@bbc.co.uk.
How many listeners does Curious Cases have?
Podseeker estimates Curious Cases reaches 100,000 to 1 million listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.
Who is an ideal guest for Curious Cases?
Curious Cases typically books well-known public figures. Typical guest background: Professors, astronauts, doctors/clinicians, researchers. Common among recent guests: published research, recognized awards, leadership in field, public science communication; astronaut experiences, notable clinical/research contributions. Recent guests include Thomas Whale, Christoph Salzmann, and Sarah Hart.
How hard is it to get booked on Curious Cases?
High. It mostly books established leaders in its field.
What topics does Curious Cases cover?
Recent episodes cover Science, Education, Neuroscience, Space, and Chemistry. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.
Publicly listed emails
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