Science Café

Exploring the science and technology stories making the headlines, and the latest in Welsh scientific research

Radio Wales,83 episodes

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Adam Walton asks what the alternatives are to single-use plastic.
13 May 2025,29 mins
Rude Science
Adam Walton asks rude and embarrassing questions to find out how the human body works.
06 May 2025,29 mins
Cancer Research in Wales
Adam Walton explores cancer research in Wales.
29 Apr 2025,29 mins
Six Inches of Soil
Adam Walton finds out more about the documentary Six Inches of Soil.
28 Jan 2025,30 mins
Understanding Others
Adam Walton explores communication between neurodivergent and neurotypical people.
21 Jan 2025,30 mins
Menopause
Adam Walton dismantles some of the stigma that surrounds menopause.
14 Jan 2025,30 mins
In Conversation: Professor Geraint Lewis
Adam Walton ponders the universe with Welsh astrophysicist Professor Geraint Lewis.
07 Jan 2025,30 mins
Christmas Waste
Adam Walton explores the environmental impact of Christmas.
17 Dec 2024,30 mins
Alfred Russel Wallace (1823-1913)
Adam Walton sheds light on the ground-breaking achievements of Alfred Russel Wallace.
10 Dec 2024,30 mins
The Moon
Adam Walton celebrates the 55th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing.
03 Dec 2024,30 mins
Humour and Laughter
Adam Walton looks at the science behind humour and laughter.
26 Nov 2024,30 mins
CERN at 70
Adam Walton celebrates the 70th anniversary of CERN.
19 Nov 2024,30 mins
Influence and Manipulation
Adam Walton explores the science of influence and manipulation.
12 Nov 2024,30 mins
Understanding Depression
Adam Walton explores mental health research in Wales, focusing on depression.
03 Sep 2024,30 mins
Science Café Memories
Adam Walton remembers three pioneering Welsh scientists.
27 Aug 2024,30 mins
Organoids
Adam Walton explores a new state-of-the-art life sciences facility in Cardiff.
20 Aug 2024,30 mins
Sheeplands
Adam Walton discusses how sheep shaped Wales and the world.
13 Aug 2024,30 mins
Flooding
Adam Walton explores the impact of flooding due to climate change.
06 Aug 2024,30 mins
The History of Uranium
Adam Walton discusses uranium with author Lucy Jane Santos.
30 Jul 2024,30 mins
Sport Science and the Olympics
Adam Walton explores the science behind high-performance sports.
23 Jul 2024,30 mins
Fermentation
Adam Walton explores the process of fermentation.
11 Jun 2024,30 mins
In Conversation: Venki Ramakrishnan
Adam Walton sits down with Nobel Prize winner Venki Ramakrishnan.
28 May 2024,30 mins
Game Development in Wales
Adam Walton discusses the growing video game industry in Wales.
21 May 2024,30 mins
The Science of Dr Stuart Farrimond
Adam Walton sits down with medical doctor turned food scientist Dr Stuart Farrimond.
14 May 2024,30 mins
Imaging at Oriel Science
Adam Walton explores the latest scientific exhibition at Oriel Science in Swansea.
07 May 2024,30 mins
Mathematics in Literature
Adam Walton sits down with Professor Sarah Hart to discuss her book Once Upon a Prime.
30 Apr 2024,30 mins
Bangor Science Festival 2024
Adam Walton reflects on this year’s Bangor Science Festival.
23 Apr 2024,30 mins
Snakes in Ancient Egypt
Adam Walton finds out all about venomous snakes in ancient Egypt.
20 Feb 2024,30 mins
Playful Research
Adam Walton asks how toys and games are being used to support scientific research.
13 Feb 2024,30 mins
Developments in Space
Adam Walton explores recent discoveries and new technological developments in astronomy.
06 Feb 2024,30 mins