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Podcast · 93 episodes

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Join mathematician Professor Hannah Fry and science creator Michael Stevens (Vsauce) as they dig into the weird scientific questions that often go unexplored. Welcome to The Rest Is Science, a show that sits in the fascinating space between what we think we know, and what we actually know. Why do we assume we understand things like time, randomness, or even gravity? Once you start questioning these familiar ideas, reality becomes astonishingly strange and completely fragile. Whether you're a lifelong science fan or just naturally curious, The Rest Is Science will change your perception of reality, and prove that the biggest questions are always the most fun.

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The Elegant Laminar Flow Of Moroccan TeaMoroccan mint tea pouring and the physics behind its distinctive foamy head, plus a Q&A on boiling water at altitude, how much land humans have touched, and how texture is perceived through…15 Apr 2026 · 41 min · 11 chapters
Science Is (Literally) CoolHow “cool” technologies in the kitchen work and how they spread—starting with refrigeration (ice and fridges), then expanding to microwaves and other heat/pressure tricks.13 Apr 2026 · 46 min · 17 chapters
Are There More Raindrops In Clouds Or Data In THE Cloud?The episode answers listener questions and explores science “what if”s: (1) how much water is in clouds vs how much data is stored “in the cloud,” (2) a statistical debate about blue-eyed brickies in…8 Apr 2026 · 47 min · 18 chapters
This Toothpick Contains Everything Ever Said (Infinity Part 3)How different “sizes” of infinity are constructed and compared (Aleph and Beth numbers), using analogies like a toothpick encoding all possible text, Hilbert’s Hotel/race placements, and power sets;…6 Apr 2026 · 51 min · 19 chapters
Why We Need Zip Lines On The MoonA “Field Notes” Q&A episode covering (1) whether lunar zip lines (and Earth–Moon cable concepts) could work, (2) number “vibes”/ordinal linguistic personification, (3) explaining the Monty Hall…1 Apr 2026 · 57 min · 20 chapters
Two Infinities... And Beyond (Infinity Part 2)Whether infinity is real, and if so, whether there are different “sizes” of infinity.30 Mar 2026 · 48 min · 20 chapters
How Evolution Is Shaping Cancer ResearchCancer research framed through evolution—tumors diversify like ecosystems, adapt to pressures (oxygen limits, immune attack, chemotherapy), and evolve quickly, so there’s no single “universal cure.”…26 Mar 2026 · 57 min · 22 chapters
Paradoxes Of Infinity (Infinity Part 1)Professor Hannah Fry and Michael Stevens (Vsauce)24 Mar 2026 · 1 h · 26 chapters
Michael's Favourite Science BooksField Notes episode of The Rest is Science where Michael Stevens answers listeners’ questions, then shares his favourite science books (and why he prefers physical, acid-free hardbacks).19 Mar 2026 · 53 min · 21 chapters
Cognitive GhostsIn this episode of *The Rest Is Science*, hosts Professor Hannah Fry and Michael Stevens (Vsauce) explore the peculiar phenomena of cognitive ghosts, such as déjà vu, cute aggression, and the…17 Mar 2026 · 1 h 10 min · 20 chapters
Introducing: The Book Club - Never Let Me GoProfessor Hannah Fry and Michael Stevens (Vsauce)14 Mar 2026 · 27 min · 12 chapters
Why We Cry Out In PainWhy people make noise when in pain (crying, groaning, screaming), plus a broader discussion of human “ego” and how AI systems that always agree can intensify self-centered spirals and destabilize…12 Mar 2026 · 55 min · 25 chapters
What's The Most "Vegetable" Vegetable?Professor Hannah Fry & Michael Stevens (Vsauce)10 Mar 2026 · 51 min · 21 chapters
How Words Shape Your BodyProfessor Hannah Fry and Michael Stevens (Vsauce)5 Mar 2026 · 50 min · 17 chapters
You Don't Exist For One Third Of Your LifeProfessor Hannah Fry (Mathematician)3 Mar 2026 · 1 h 1 min · 31 chapters
How To Fall To Earth (Without Burning Up)Professor Hannah Fry and Michael Stevens (Vsauce)26 Feb 2026 · 44 min · 25 chapters
You (Don't) Know Where You AreProfessor Hannah Fry & Michael Stevens (Vsauce)24 Feb 2026 · 1 h 3 min · 23 chapters
How Big Is A Piece Of Chocolate?Professor Hannah Fry & Michael Stevens (Vsauce)19 Feb 2026 · 1 h 3 min · 16 chapters
There Are Four Ways To LieProfessor Hannah Fry and Michael Stevens (Vsauce)17 Feb 2026 · 54 min · 16 chapters
The Evolution Of The ButtholeIn this episode, mathematician Professor Hannah Fry and science creator Michael Stevens (Vsauce) explore the topology of the human body, humorously framed through the evolution of the butthole.12 Feb 2026 · 49 min · 20 chapters
(Finite) Numbers So Large They'd Destroy YouIn this episode, mathematician Professor Hannah Fry and science creator Michael Stevens (Vsauce) engage in a friendly competition to name the largest finite number, delving into the world of…10 Feb 2026 · 58 min · 14 chapters
Michael Wrote Some Math PoetryIn this episode of The Rest Is Science, mathematician Professor Hannah Fry and science creator Michael Stevens (Vsauce) dive into the foundational aspects of mathematics, questioning its truths and…5 Feb 2026 · 45 min · 19 chapters
Can We 'Solve' Sports?Professor Hannah Fry and Michael Stevens (Vsauce)3 Feb 2026 · 1 h 2 min · 25 chapters
This Glass Was Made By LighteningIn this episode of *The Rest Is Science*, mathematician Professor Hannah Fry and science creator Michael Stevens explore fascinating concepts related to scale, texture, and the nature of reality…29 Jan 2026 · 32 min · 11 chapters