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Science Unscripted

The science stories that will actually change your day — and maybe make you laugh. Science Unscripted is a podcast, radio show & YouTube channel driven by listeners.

Who are we? (And where are we?)
We're Gabe and Conor, two US science journalists based in the heart of Europe at Germany's international news broadcaster, DW.

Since Germany borders nine countries (yes, nine!), we can get to new places quickly and connect you with science stories and researchers you won't hear about anywhere else.

That means you'll get a glimpse of what life is actually like in Europe, from the perspective of people who actually live there.

More importantly, we hope some of the things you hear on Science unscripted will actually make your day (or even life?) better somehow.

That's the actual goal. That's what we're aiming for with Science Unscripted.
Weekly English Germany Science · Technology
49 Episodes
40 – 49

What can you tell from a piece of poo?

We're back! (And a bit jetlagged.) Join us as we discuss a foul smell at Frankfurt airport and a potentially false "report" about a president's bathroom habits.
21 Aug 2025 30 min

WE'RE ON VACATION!

Science unscripted will go quiet for a few weeks as Gabe & Conor — and hopefully you as well — enjoy the summer holidays. If you have an insight, epiphany or scientific question in the meantime (or you just want to forward a meme), feel free to send them to…
17 Jul 2025 1 min

Pay attention to Peter Thiel's narrative

When an influential right-wing thinker tells a story of human history, 'stagnation' and the 'antichrist'.. question his premise and maybe consult a narratologist.
4 Jul 2025 30 min

How long do you want to live?

If you could take two pills (once a week) and live 30% longer, would you? Because a study on mice using drugs approved for humans suggests you may have to answer this question soon.
26 Jun 2025 30 min

Is your life meaningful?

The answer might be no. But if you say yes ... then what exactly are you picturing when you say yes?
18 Jun 2025 30 min

This one's for the short kings

Ever want to be taller? That might mean you're more competitive (and jealous). Also, if someone asked you which animal is the most abundant on earth... what would you say?
12 Jun 2025 30 min

Is this pseudo-profound bull****?

Ever been a victim of 'pseudo-profound bull***'? A new study hints at why. Also, why you probably shouldn't be putting tape over your mouth, and a look at people follow rules... even when they don't actually have to.
5 Jun 2025 30 min

Yes, men find female breasts attractive. But why?

This week on Science unscripted, what event(s) led to racoons setting foot in Germany? Why do our fingers prune up after a long bath? And a study conducted in Papua has bold claims about female breasts.
1 Jun 2025 30 min
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