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Next up on the Radio

  • Wednesday 16th September 2026
    9:30 am - 10:00 am

    Dr Karl joins Sarah Cumming on ABC Gold Coast

  • Wednesday 16th September 2026
    7:00 pm - 7:30 pm

    Dr Karl joins Kelly Higgins-Devine on ABC Brisbane/Queensland

  • Thursday 17th September 2026
    11:00 am - 12:00 pm

    Dr Karl joins Lucy Smith on ABC Triple J Science Mornings

  • Thursday 17th September 2026
    2:00 pm - 2:30 pm

    Dr Karl joins Joel Rheinberger on ABC Hobart


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Essential oils, exploding eggs and upside down lightning

Is it better to pick up dog poo or let it fertilize? Do we lose our sense of taste as we get older? Why do I get itchy when I sneeze?

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Dying suns, falling in love and earwax

What makes a planet a planet? Why haven’t we gone back to the moon? What’ll happen to the International space station when we’re done with it? Dr Karl is away for the month, so science journalist Bianca Nogrady is stepping in to be your science sherpa on triple j. Joining her today was Professor Lisa […]


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Floating tanks, day light savings and holding in farts

What happens if you microwave a human? Is there anything wetter than water? What are the benefits of floating tanks?

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Waterbeds, barking, sticky floors

Has evolution made our farts louder? Do rabbits see colour? How do I survive a plane crash? Dr Karl answers these questions and more on triple j Mornings, with host Lucy Smith.