A large genetics study has found that red heads have been favoured by natural selection over the last 10,000 years. The research suggested that red hair and fair skin are better for vitamin D production. Professor Theresa Larkin, who is a redhead herself, is a biomedical scientist at Wollongong University. She joins Jim to talk about all the benefits of having red hair.
Useful Science with Bonnie Harrison
09/05/2026 | 10 mins.
Bonnie Harrison is here guiding us through the latest weird and useful headlines from the world of science, including the ability of decaffeinated coffee to boost mood and cognitive performance.
The unfortunate tale of the Queen's nanny 'Crawfie'
09/05/2026 | 25 mins.
Australian playwright Melanie Tait highlights the story of ostracized governess Marion 'Crawfie' Crawford in her play The Queen's Nanny.
Low-intensity cardio: Does it work?
09/05/2026 | 5 mins.
How does low-intensity steady-state cardio (LISS) weigh up against those of regular cardio workouts?
Rockstar physicist Brian Cox brings Emergence tour to NZ
09/05/2026 | 30 mins.
Professor Brian Cox is on a world tour of his latest show Emergence, bringing it to Aotearoa in June.
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