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Jo Durrant's Beautiful Universe

Aug 25, 2021

Jo is joined in episode 47 of the podcast by science and comedy writer Dr Helen Pilcher, who talks about her work, in particular her recent book 'Life Changing'. Plus she answers the Quick Six.

Jo also visits Dr Jenner's House in Berkeley to tell the story of a painting of some cows given to Edward Jenner by his...


Aug 18, 2021

In episode 46 Jo's special guest is Dr Emily Rees Körner from the University of Leeds, who talks about her research including into the history of women in engineering. Plus she takes on the Quick Six.

Jo also finds out the story of an 18th century recipe book found at Pontefract Museum in West Yorkshire.

 

 

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Aug 11, 2021

Jo's special guest in episode 45 is astronomer, broadcaster and author Mark Thompson, who talks about his passion for stargazing, career highlights, his world record attempt and he answers Jo's Quick Six.

Plus Jo visits the science collection at University College London to learn about the story behind a print from 1966...


Aug 4, 2021

In episode 44 Jo's special guest is Professor Ben Garrod who talks about his work as an evolutionary biologist, broadcaster and author, including making a TV programme with Sir David Attenborough. Plus he goes on a virtual journey in time and space in the Quick Six.

Jo also visits the John Moore Museum in Tewkesbury and...