The World, the Universe and Us

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Secrets of the World’s Longest-Lived Animals

October 09, 2026

Episode 404 Jonathan the tortoise was born in the year 1832, on a beach in the Seychelles. 194 years later and Jonathan is still alive, celebrating his birthday. How exactly has he managed to survive for so long? Jonathan is a giant tortoise and the world’s oldest known land animal. His genome has now been sequenced, revealing intriguing hints about longevity. And it seems the key to a long life is all down to mitochondrial function. From Greenland Sharks to the enigmatic quahog, this also...

New Fossil Shows Birds Weren’t the Only Dinosaurs to Evolve Flight

October 02, 2026

Episode 403 A new species of feathered dinosaur has been discovered - and it looks like a supercharged magpie with teeth. Fossil evidence and an artist’s reconstruction show the dinosaur looks remarkably like a bird - yet it’s not actually an ancestor of modern birds. Over 100 million years old, Norellraptor barsboldi is named after two famous palaeontologists - one of whom taught palaeontologist Steve Brusatte. Steve is the author of The Story of Birds and joins the team to discuss this i...

This El Niño Is About To Cause a Global Catastrophe

September 25, 2026

Episode 402 The current El Niño is shaping up to cause catastrophe on a global scale. Global temperatures are being pushed up, unleashing extreme weather which could devastate ecosystems. The heat alone is expected to kill half a million people over the next five months. Sea-surface temperatures are expected to climb 4°C above average in parts of the Pacific - and it’s becoming clear this is an issue that affects us all. From extreme heat in some places to heavy rainfall in others, many cou...

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The World, the Universe and Us typically books rising experts. Typical guest background: Researchers, science journalists, authors and established subject-matter experts with demonstrated expertise in scientific discoveries, technology, health, climate, evolution or related fields, plus the ability to explain complex subjects clearly to a general audience. Common among recent guests: Published research or specialist reporting; Authoring books or substantial features; Recognized expertise in a scientific or technological field. Recent guests include Caitlin Moran, Jacob Aron, and Matthew Sparkes.

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Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

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