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BBC Radio 4 – Ramblings, The Golden Road, Pembrokeshire
A boggy adventure in the Preseli Hills of west Wales. Clare explores part of a challenging route in the Preseli Hills taken by hardy cattle drovers who, over generations, would walk herds of two to three hundred animals from Pembrokeshire … Continue reading
Do Essential Oils Really Work? And Why?
What does the research say about what essential oils can actually do? Hosted by: Stefan Chin […]
Your body’s ‘hidden’ senses might help treat epilepsy, depression
When it comes to our senses, we frequently focus on the external—the crack of thunder, the glare of sunlight, the fragrance of flowers—that captured our attention in the first place. But our bodies also have a whole host of internal … Continue reading
Sexual Desire Is Way More Complicated Than You Think
Sex drive. Libido. Lust. Whatever you call it, sexual desire is a lot more complicated than you might think. In this week’s Body Language, we break down exactly how sexual desire works and all the exciting science around it. » … Continue reading
Why Do Itches Make You Chase Them?
Have you ever said, “No, a little to the left,” during a back scratch because the itch itself seemed to move? Well, it has to do with how your nerves and brain respond to the sensation. Hosted by: Michael Aranda … Continue reading
Mothers reborn: The surprising benefits of lifelike dolls – 100 Women, BBC World Service
In Poland, where fertility rates are among the lowest in the world, a group of women are taking control and becoming mothers to fake babies. Reborn dolls are hyper-realistic dummies, treated like real children, given a birthing ceremony and even … Continue reading
This Deadly Virus Has Been Frozen for 4 Million Years
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Wavelengths
Across the Bay Area, illuminated windows reveal volunteers for Exhale, a hotline for people seeking help in processing their abortion experiences. In the still of night, these volunteers lend an ear to those who need it. Directed by: Jessie Zinn … Continue reading
Your Nose Does More Than You Give It Credit For
[…] You might thank your nose for letting you experience the lovely aromas of a good soup, but you probably wouldn’t think to thank it for helping you experience other people’s emotions! Hosted by: Hank Green […]
What a lack of sunlight really does to our brains – BBC REEL
The shorter days of winter can dampen our spirits and trigger anxiety, fatigue, and depression. In some places above the Arctic Circle, where winter is the longest season, the inhabitants don’t see the sun from November until February. But what … Continue reading
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