Season 5

01 Soy, Shells and Simple Math Episode 17th October 2023 A chemical engineer makes fuel out of soybean oil; the mother of GPS; a scientist uses seashells to help human bones grow; a mathematician shows tricks to make math fun. 02 Fusion, Focus and Footsteps Episode 214th October 2023 Uncovering the prehistoric giants hiding below one of America's biggest cities; nuclear fusion; the dangers of distracted driving; a structural engineer who can make buildings as sensitive as humans. 03 Beaches, Bulbs and Botany Episode 321st October 2023 The science behind surfboards; the power of a Tesla coil; the effects of carbon dioxide in the environment; the senses of cephalopods. 04 Materials, Makeup and Mars Episode 428th October 2023 How different surfaces react differently to falling objects; a coach for the U.S. women's soccer team uses science to keep her players in shape; Miranda gets made into a woodland fairy with special effects makeup; driving the Mars Curiosity rover. 05 Sealife, Self-Talk and Stargazing Episode 54th November 2023 The CEO of an aquarium shows how they work to restore wildlife; why talking to oneself matters; stargazing tips; how people taste and experience food.