Science Revealed

Recorded live at World Science Festival Brisbane 2023. Why are artists using Artificial Intelligence in their interactive artworks? Join Public Art Curator Jay Younger in conversation with AI artists Adam Donovan and Madeleine Flynn to illuminate the inspiration behind their artistic practices and specifically Cybernetic Intimacy and Pivot, their respective artworks in Curiocity Brisbane 2023.

Recorded live at World Science Festival Brisbane 2023 Winner of Australia's Best Comedy Podcast, A Rational Fear recorded a special World Science Festival episode about the beginning of the end of the world. Laugh in the face of the scariest things facing our planet like climate change, superbugs and how Brisbane will be the capital of the world after a nuclear war. Join Dan Ilic (Question everything) and Lewis Hobba (Triple J) as they wrestle some of the biggest names in comedy and politics to tackle the largest issues in our world. Featuring Mandy Nolan, Mel Buttle, Mark Humphries, Jessie L Christensen and Dylan Behan. It's fast, it's funny, it's 60 minutes of giggling at our greatest fears. If your Sky News-watching Uncle doesn't believe in it, we're making fun of it. It's a scary world, you may as well laugh in its face. Warning: This show may contain strong language and adult themes. 16+ audiences recommended.

Recorded live at World Science Festival Brisbane 2023 There are some 10 quintillion (19 zeros!) individual insects alive today and humanity's future relies on their continued existence. Insects pollinate our crops, roll away dung and provide a non-toxic, natural way to control other pests. Their ubiquitous abundance also makes them a great source of protein and a potential solution to global food security. Our hand-picked team of leading insect experts will answer your toughest questions while sharing a nutritious canape of creepy-crawlies. Featuring Ranger Stacey Thomson, Dr Rocio Ponce-Reyes and Queensland Museum's Dr Chris Burwell.

Recorded live at World Science Festival Brisbane 2023 Thanks to their impressive, fossilised remains, much is known about the dinosaurs that roamed Patagonia millions of years ago. As scientists learn more about these ancient creatures, they also uncover the dinosaurs' habitat and lifestyle. Join Ranger Stacey Thomson and renowned Argentinian Palaeontologist Ignacio Escapa on a journey back to the ancient environment of Patagonia, from the towering conifers to the bugs trampled underfoot, and how it all sustained the now famous gigantic reptiles that lived there.

Recorded live at World Science Festival Brisbane 2023. Get ready for a prehistoric rumble! Ranger Stacey Thomson umpires global heavyweights of Palaeontology from either side of the Pacific in an unmissable showdown of titanic proportions. Argentinian Palaeontologist Dr Ignacio Escapa of the Egidio Feruglio Paleontological Museum and Australia's leading Palaeontologist and Queensland Museum favourite Dr Scott Hocknull are out to win the hearts and minds of the audience as they bring their respective fossil records to life. How does Titanosaurus and Giganotosaurus of ancient Patagonia stack up against their Aussie cousins? Who can lay claim to the most impressive collection of prehistoric animals and plants? Find out as our Cretaceous Carnivores face off against the Jurassic Giants.

Deadly (adj) - Awesome., great. Corey Tutt is a Kamilaroi man and CEO and founder of DeadlyScience which is dedicated to providing science resources and opportunities to remote and indigenous schools. Corey's passion for Indigenous education has also been recognised through various awards, he was named a human rights hero by the Australian human rights commission, in his spare time writes for K-Zone magazine and is currently authoring a children's book called The First Scientists. Phew... it's good thing for us he didn't stick with Llama shearing as a career. Laugh, learn and be inspired as you take five with Corey Tutt.

The preferred trajectory of a space-bound rocket is straight and ever upwards. But for budding rocket scientist Myrthe Snoeks, her path to running a 100 strong student-led rocket building team is anything but. From dropping out of high school to staring down an Angus bull, and then of course to space. T minus minutes and counting with Myrthe Snoeks.

When Wendy Zukerman agreed to try her hand at creating a science-y podcast for the ABC, she had no idea that a few short years later she would be in New York taking her Science Vs podcast to the world. In fact, she always assumed she'd have to get a "real job" at some point. From the ABC to NYC - take five Wendy Zukerman.

The Queensland Chief Scientist journey with science started out with a love of bird watching and the environment. Throughout his career he has his interests have grown to include to mathematics, software modelling, decision science and global conservation. His passion for science is infectious - take five with Hugh Possingham.

In the 1960's, Cheryl Praeger wasn't expected to become a mathematician, but she has never been greatly bothered by expectations - it all adds up to a great yarn, take five with Cheryl Praeger.

Switch on your archaeological mindset. This place is rich with artifacts. A great opportunity to sit down and reflect under the old fig tree. LOCATION: Queens Gardens (next to the Casino).

Take a seat on a park bench and observe the history of Queens Gardens, a place of abundance. LOCATION: Queens Park (next to the Casino). After the story, take your headphones off and walk cross the road to Miller Parker.

This area is archaeologically rich in both cultures. It's a young city through a colonial lens but first nations people have used these areas for thousands of years. LOCATION: End of the Victoria Bridge on the corner of Wharf Street looking at Reddacliff Place

As you walk over the Victoria Bridge with the river below you, learn about the history of the divided north and south lands of the city. Plus reflect on the recent significance of the bridge as a place of protest and ceremony. LOCATION: Walking over the Victoria Bridge (from South Brisbane to the City)

All of these places have significance which has not been forgotten. By talking about our shared past we are forging the path together. LOCATION: William Street at the back of the casino. After the story, take your headphones off and walk cross the road to Queens Park.

Join Traditional Owner Shannon Ruska and Nick Hadnutt, Curator of Archaeology at Queensland Museum on a journey to discover the hidden layers of our city. These two story tellers will connect you to the stories of our past combining Indigenous history and archaeology. Start this audio tour anywhere along the trail route, simply pick your landmark to learn more about the history of Meeanjin. If you are listening to all 6 stories the whole circuit will take you 30-40 minutes, each story is approximately 5-7 minutes. Learn the meaning and significance of Welcome to Country. Take your imagination across bridges from the first penal colony and back to the present day. LOCATION: Victoria Bridge Memorial (Abutment. QPAC side of bridge)

Munda'gudar is known to all First Nation peoples across Australia as the Spirit who lives in every major waterhole. Reflect with Aunty Col on how essential vegetation is to the Gudya Bee's ecosystems.

Stand with Aunty Col from the base of Gudya and follow the new colonial pathways all the way to Moreton Bay. Learn about the impact of these new paths on First Nations people.

Aunty Col explains how to recognise your Totem (Murung) and how they teach us about layers of respect and responsibilities.

Discover the song-lines that maintain the Land Laws running along Ancient Pathways that continue to travel all over Australia.

Learn the significance of Gudya and the dark-honey bee of Mt Coot-tha and all the neighboring natural wonders of this mountain.

The Traditional Owners of our land have been practicing science for over 60,000 years. Explore this self-guided audio trail at the Gudya (Mt Coot-tha) Botanical Gardens with Aunty Colleen Wall as she shares her ancient wisdom in the context of this beautiful natural setting. It's part meditation, part science lesson and 100% engaging. Suitable for all ages and all fitness levels, this wandering path takes approximately 30 minutes through the Gudya gardens. Bring your hat, bottle of water and of course headphones. If you are listening to all 6 stories the whole circuit will take you 30-40 minutes, each story is approximately 5-7 minutes. Meet Aunty Col, (Colleen Wall nee Geiszler) senior Dauwa Kabi woman, as she begins this storytelling journey by exploring the relationship between the environment, culture and blood-way.