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The Unexpected in Science

by Telmo Pievani ...

Narrated by Brian Conover ...

Unabridged

6 hours 29 min

From the bestselling author of Imperfection, a theory of uncertainty as the very core of the scientific method—and the essence of its wonder.How many times have we looked for something and found something else? A partner, a job, an object? The same thing often happens to scientists: they design an experiment and discover the unexpected, which usually turns out to be very important. This ... Read more

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From the bestselling author of Imperfection, a theory of uncertainty as the very core of the scientific method—and the essence of its wonder.How many times have we looked for something and found something else? A partner, a job, an object? The same thing often happens to scientists: they design an experiment and discover the unexpected, which usually turns out to be very important. This
... Read more
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Scientific Method: A Practical, Step-by-Step Guide to Thinking Like a Scientist in Everyday Life, Study, and Work

by Adam Falkner ...

Narrated by Adam Falkner ...

Unabridged

1 hour 45 min

Master critical thinking and conquer daily decision-making by applying rigorous logic to your personal challenges. Whether you are strategizing during a morning commute or navigating conflicting news feeds, this practical framework empowers you to evaluate claims with clarity. Stop guessing and start making evidence-based choices that upgrade your productivity and learning.Leave the overwhelm of ... Read more

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Master critical thinking and conquer daily decision-making by applying rigorous logic to your personal challenges. Whether you are strategizing during a morning commute or navigating conflicting news feeds, this practical framework empowers you to evaluate claims with clarity. Stop guessing and start making evidence-based choices that upgrade your productivity and learning.Leave the overwhelm of
... Read more
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Elephants on Acid

by Alex Boese ...

Narrated by Jared Zeus ...

Unabridged

8 hours 24 min

**Discover a world of outrageous experiments with the Sunday Times top ten bestseller, Elephants on Acid. Guided by Alex Boese's engaging storytelling, unearth answers to questions that have tickled your curious mind – from the unusual to the hilariously absurd.'Excellent accounts of some of the most important and interesting experiments in biology and psychology' – Simon Singh, author of The Code ... Read more

$29.99 AUD

**Discover a world of outrageous experiments with the Sunday Times top ten bestseller, Elephants on Acid. Guided by Alex Boese's engaging storytelling, unearth answers to questions that have tickled your curious mind – from the unusual to the hilariously absurd.'Excellent accounts of some of the most important and interesting experiments in biology and psychology' – Simon Singh, author of The Code
... Read more
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Liftoff

Elon Musk and the Desperate Early Days That Launched SpaceX

by Eric Berger ...

Narrated by Rob Shapiro ...

Unabridged

9 hours 3 min

‘Just read it.’ Elon MuskThe dramatic inside story of SpaceX ― the world's leading edge rocket company, whose charismatic and controversial founder now advises the White HouseSpaceX has enjoyed a miraculous decade. Less than 20 years after its founding, it boasts the largest constellation of commercial satellites in orbit, has pioneered reusable rockets, and in 2020 became the first private ... Read more

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‘Just read it.’ Elon MuskThe dramatic inside story of SpaceX ― the world's leading edge rocket company, whose charismatic and controversial founder now advises the White HouseSpaceX has enjoyed a miraculous decade. Less than 20 years after its founding, it boasts the largest constellation of commercial satellites in orbit, has pioneered reusable rockets, and in 2020 became the first private
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A Curious Boy

The Making of a Scientist

by Richard Fortey ...

Narrated by Mike Grady ...

Unabridged

10 hours 27 min

'Truth and courage are what memoirs need and this one has them both in spades … The unforgotten boy: that is what makes this a book a revelation'ADAM NICOLSON‘Wonderful, absolutely beguiling … I learnt a lot and really loved it’RICHARD HOLMES‘Gloriously evocative’DAILY MAILWhat makes a scientist?Charming, funny and wise, in this memoir Richard ... ... Read more

$35.99 AUD

'Truth and courage are what memoirs need and this one has them both in spades … The unforgotten boy: that is what makes this a book a revelation'ADAM NICOLSON‘Wonderful, absolutely beguiling … I learnt a lot and really loved it’RICHARD HOLMES‘Gloriously evocative’DAILY MAILWhat makes a scientist?Charming, funny and wise, in this memoir Richard ...
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Tools of the Trade: Crafting Your Creative Journey

"Master Your Craft! Discover powerful audio lessons for your creative journey."

by Alden Thornfield ...

Narrated by Nick Porter ...

Unabridged

2 hours 13 min

"Tools of the Trade: Crafting Your Creative Journey"⭐⭐ Simplified Audio Guide ⭐⭐Are you aiming to advance in your career and solidify your knowledge?Seeking a comprehensive guide that provides all necessary elements for your success?Your search ends here!This guide serves as your definitive companion for deepening your understanding, applying your skills, and engagin... ... Read more

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"Tools of the Trade: Crafting Your Creative Journey"⭐⭐ Simplified Audio Guide ⭐⭐Are you aiming to advance in your career and solidify your knowledge?Seeking a comprehensive guide that provides all necessary elements for your success?Your search ends here!This guide serves as your definitive companion for deepening your understanding, applying your skills, and engagin...
... Read more
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Electrified Sheep

by Alex Boese ...

Narrated by Jared Zeus ...

Unabridged

12 hours

Benjamin Franklin was a pioneering scientist, leader of the Enlightenment and founding father of the USA. But perhaps less well known is that he was also the first person to use artificial respiration to revive an electric shock victim. Odder still, it was actually mouth-to-beak resuscitation on a hen that he himself had shocked.Welcome to some of the most weird and wonderful experiments ever ... Read more

$29.99 AUD

Benjamin Franklin was a pioneering scientist, leader of the Enlightenment and founding father of the USA. But perhaps less well known is that he was also the first person to use artificial respiration to revive an electric shock victim. Odder still, it was actually mouth-to-beak resuscitation on a hen that he himself had shocked.Welcome to some of the most weird and wonderful experiments ever
... Read more
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Psychedelic Apes

From parallel universes to atomic dinosaurs – the weirdest theories of science and history

by Alex Boese ...

Narrated by Jared Zeus ...

Unabridged

9 hours 37 min

From the Sunday Times bestselling author of Elephant's on Acid comes a collection of the wackiest theories from science and history.What if we’re living inside a black hole? What if we’ve already found extraterrestrial life? What if the dinosaurs died in a nuclear war? What if Jesus Christ was actually a mushroom?In Psychedelic Apes, bestselling author Alex Boese will delve into the curious ... Read more

$29.99 AUD

From the Sunday Times bestselling author of Elephant's on Acid comes a collection of the wackiest theories from science and history.What if we’re living inside a black hole? What if we’ve already found extraterrestrial life? What if the dinosaurs died in a nuclear war? What if Jesus Christ was actually a mushroom?In Psychedelic Apes, bestselling author Alex Boese will delve into the curious
... Read more
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Rainbows for Beginners: A Simple Introduction to the Science of Sky Colors

by Emily Carver ...

Narrated by Emily Carver ...

Unabridged

2 hours 2 min

Unlock the captivating science of atmospheric optics and transform your daily nature walk into an awe-inspiring journey. Without a single complex equation to memorize, this beginner-friendly guide translates the shifting outdoor art show above us into a relaxing, accessible listening experience.Whether you are unwinding during an evening commute or seeking a moment of mindful curiosity, you will ... Read more

$15.99 AUD or Free with Kobo Plus

Unlock the captivating science of atmospheric optics and transform your daily nature walk into an awe-inspiring journey. Without a single complex equation to memorize, this beginner-friendly guide translates the shifting outdoor art show above us into a relaxing, accessible listening experience.Whether you are unwinding during an evening commute or seeking a moment of mindful curiosity, you will
... Read more
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Chemical Reactions for Beginners: A Simple Introduction to How Substances Change and Combine

by Jonathan Meier ...

Narrated by Jonathan Meier ...

Unabridged

1 hour 45 min

Master basic chemistry and transform everyday curiosity into foundational science knowledge without dense math or formulas. Perfect for an engaging morning commute or a relaxed evening study session, this accessible audio experience makes atoms and molecules feel like an effortless story.Watch the physical world shift as baking bread, rusting metal, and burning candles become thrilling examples of ... Read more

$15.99 AUD or Free with Kobo Plus

Master basic chemistry and transform everyday curiosity into foundational science knowledge without dense math or formulas. Perfect for an engaging morning commute or a relaxed evening study session, this accessible audio experience makes atoms and molecules feel like an effortless story.Watch the physical world shift as baking bread, rusting metal, and burning candles become thrilling examples of
... Read more
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Sound for Beginners: A Simple Guide to How Sound Moves and Reaches Our Ears

by Peter Holm ...

Narrated by Peter Holm ...

Unabridged

1 hour 45 min

Discover the fascinating science of acoustics and learn how invisible sound waves shape your daily life and environment. Whether you are seeking a calm educational commute or unwinding with an evening walk, this friendly journey translates complex physics into engaging, relatable concepts. Demystify the vibrant echoes of city streets and the soothing rustle of forests without needing a background ... Read more

$15.99 AUD or Free with Kobo Plus

Discover the fascinating science of acoustics and learn how invisible sound waves shape your daily life and environment. Whether you are seeking a calm educational commute or unwinding with an evening walk, this friendly journey translates complex physics into engaging, relatable concepts. Demystify the vibrant echoes of city streets and the soothing rustle of forests without needing a background
... Read more
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Роботы: эволюция. Технический прогресс наглядно

by Сборник ...

Narrated by Максим Полтавский ...

Series series Коротко и ясно
Unabridged

1 hour 42 min

"Роботы" - это увлекательная книга, которая рассказывает о истории развития роботов простым и интересным языком, не боится ярких примеров и запоминающихся аналогий. Она погрузит вас в мир роботехники и продемонстрирует, как машины превратились из простой механической техники в сложные, автономные устройства, способные выполнять разнообразные задачи и преображать нашу жизнь. Как пьеса-антиутопия ... Read more

$13.99 AUD or Free with Kobo Plus

"Роботы" - это увлекательная книга, которая рассказывает о истории развития роботов простым и интересным языком, не боится ярких примеров и запоминающихся аналогий. Она погрузит вас в мир роботехники и продемонстрирует, как машины превратились из простой механической техники в сложные, автономные устройства, способные выполнять разнообразные задачи и преображать нашу жизнь. Как пьеса-антиутопия
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Sterilization Experiments, The

The Barbaric Legacy of Carl Clauberg

by Davis Truman ...

Narrated by John Sullivan ...

Unabridged

1 hour 11 min

In the shadows of history, some stories challenge our understanding of humanity. 'The Sterilization Experiments: The Barbaric Legacy of Carl Clauberg' is one such story.The atrocities committed during the Nazi era are a dark stain on human history. Among the many horrors of this period were the medical experiments conducted on concentration camp prisoners by Nazi doctors. One of the most notorious ... Read more

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In the shadows of history, some stories challenge our understanding of humanity. 'The Sterilization Experiments: The Barbaric Legacy of Carl Clauberg' is one such story.The atrocities committed during the Nazi era are a dark stain on human history. Among the many horrors of this period were the medical experiments conducted on concentration camp prisoners by Nazi doctors. One of the most notorious
... Read more
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Space Oddities

The Mysterious Anomalies Challenging Our Understanding Of The Universe

by Harry Cliff ...

Narrated by Harry Cliff ...

Unabridged

7 hours 51 min

**Read by the author, Harry Cliff.'As fascinating as its title suggests . . . Cliff recounts with vivid clarity the stories of some of the most striking oddnesses that have lit up the landscape of modern physics.' – Philip PullmanNewly discovered strangenesses could transform our understanding of the fundamentals of physics – and of the nature of reality. In this eye-opening account, CERN ... Read more

$29.99 AUD

**Read by the author, Harry Cliff.'As fascinating as its title suggests . . . Cliff recounts with vivid clarity the stories of some of the most striking oddnesses that have lit up the landscape of modern physics.' – Philip PullmanNewly discovered strangenesses could transform our understanding of the fundamentals of physics – and of the nature of reality. In this eye-opening account, CERN
... Read more
Audiobook

What Is A Spider?

by Karen Mitzo Hilderbrand, Kim Mitzo Thompson ...

Narrated by Kim Mitzo Thompson ...

Series Audiobook 2 - DIY Projects for Early Learners
Unabridged

2 min

A spider is not an insect. Although spiders and insects are animals without backbones, they are very different. Spiders have eight legs. Most spiders have eight eyes and two body parts. The front of a spider is called the cephalothorax. This is the head and the thorax combined. The second part is the abdomen. Spiders inject poisonous venom which paralyzes or kills their prey. Because they have no ... Read more

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A spider is not an insect. Although spiders and insects are animals without backbones, they are very different. Spiders have eight legs. Most spiders have eight eyes and two body parts. The front of a spider is called the cephalothorax. This is the head and the thorax combined. The second part is the abdomen. Spiders inject poisonous venom which paralyzes or kills their prey. Because they have no
... Read more
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Qatar Works to Invent an Innovative Oasis

Food for 9 Billion

by PBS NewsHour ...

Narrated by PBS NewsHour ...

Series series Food for 9 Billion
Unabridged

7 min

Thanks to Qatar's harsh desert environment and growing population, researchers have embraced the tiny country as a laboratory to address global concerns. As part of the NewsHour's series Food for 9 Billion, special correspondent Jon Miller reports on their inventive efforts to ensure water and food security for the future. ... Read more

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Thanks to Qatar's harsh desert environment and growing population, researchers have embraced the tiny country as a laboratory to address global concerns. As part of the NewsHour's series Food for 9 Billion, special correspondent Jon Miller reports on their inventive efforts to ensure water and food security for the future.
... Read more
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The Malaria Project

The U.S. Government's Secret Mission to Find a Miracle Cure

by Karen M. Masterson ...

Narrated by Kimberly Farr ...

Unabridged

16 hours 39 min

A fascinating and shocking historical exposé, The Malaria Project is the story of America's secret mission to combat malaria during World War II—a campaign modeled after a German project which tested experimental drugs on men gone mad from syphilis.American war planners, foreseeing the tactical need for a malaria drug, recreated the German model, then grew it tenfold. Quickly becoming the biggest ... Read more

$26.89 AUD

A fascinating and shocking historical exposé, The Malaria Project is the story of America's secret mission to combat malaria during World War II—a campaign modeled after a German project which tested experimental drugs on men gone mad from syphilis.American war planners, foreseeing the tactical need for a malaria drug, recreated the German model, then grew it tenfold. Quickly becoming the biggest
... Read more
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Accidental

The Greatest (Unintentional) Science Breakthroughs and How They Changed The World

by Tim James ...

Narrated by Tim James ...

Unabridged

5 hours 17 min

Nominated for the best popular science book of 2024 by Smart Book.'Who said science was dry? Certainly not Tim James'New York Post'James writes with infectious enthusiasm and optimism' Kirkus Reviews'A science teacher by profession, Mr. James knows how to get his audience's attention' Wall Street Journal'Humorous, yet deep' Professor Charles AntoineA rip-roaring advent... ... Read more

$44.99 AUD

Nominated for the best popular science book of 2024 by Smart Book.'Who said science was dry? Certainly not Tim James'New York Post'James writes with infectious enthusiasm and optimism' Kirkus Reviews'A science teacher by profession, Mr. James knows how to get his audience's attention' Wall Street Journal'Humorous, yet deep' Professor Charles AntoineA rip-roaring advent...
... Read more
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Science of Time Travel, The

The Secrets Behind Time Machines, Time Loops, Alternate Realities, and More!

by Elizabeth Howell ...

Narrated by Lisa Cordileone ...

Series series The Science Of
Unabridged

6 hours 39 min

Travel back in time with Doctor Who, the Terminator, the X-Men, and all your favorite time travelers! Science fiction is the perfect window into the possibilities and perils of time travel. What would happen if you went back in time and killed your own grandparent? If you knew how to stop a presidential assassination, would time travel allow you to make your wish come true? Can we use time travel ... Read more

$33.99 AUD

Travel back in time with Doctor Who, the Terminator, the X-Men, and all your favorite time travelers! Science fiction is the perfect window into the possibilities and perils of time travel. What would happen if you went back in time and killed your own grandparent? If you knew how to stop a presidential assassination, would time travel allow you to make your wish come true? Can we use time travel
... Read more
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Magnetism for Beginners: A Simple Introduction to the Invisible Force All Around Us

by Jonathan Weiss ...

Narrated by Jonathan Weiss ...

Unabridged

1 hour 46 min

Uncover the popular science of invisible magnetic fields and master the everyday physics powering our modern world. Perfect for an educational commute or a relaxing afternoon of screen-free learning, this engaging audio journey transforms complex concepts into intuitive, equation-free mental images.Whether you are upgrading your listening routine with brain-boosting non-fiction or satisfying a ... Read more

$15.99 AUD or Free with Kobo Plus

Uncover the popular science of invisible magnetic fields and master the everyday physics powering our modern world. Perfect for an educational commute or a relaxing afternoon of screen-free learning, this engaging audio journey transforms complex concepts into intuitive, equation-free mental images.Whether you are upgrading your listening routine with brain-boosting non-fiction or satisfying a
... Read more
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Crash Test Girl

An Unlikely Experiment in Using the Scientific Method to Answer Life’s Toughest Questions

by Kari Byron ...

Narrated by Kari Byron ...

Unabridged

6 hours 26 min

Kari Byron—former host of the wildly popular, iconic cult classic MythBusters—shows how to crash test your way through life, no lab coat required.Kari Byron’s story hasn’t been a straight line. She started out as a broke artist living in San Francisco, writing poems on a crowded bus on the way to one of her three jobs. Many curve balls, unexpected twists, and yes, literal and figurative explosions ... Read more

$35.99 AUD

Kari Byron—former host of the wildly popular, iconic cult classic MythBusters—shows how to crash test your way through life, no lab coat required.Kari Byron’s story hasn’t been a straight line. She started out as a broke artist living in San Francisco, writing poems on a crowded bus on the way to one of her three jobs. Many curve balls, unexpected twists, and yes, literal and figurative explosions
... Read more
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In the Name of Science

by Ron B Knight ...

Narrated by Ron B Knight ...

Unabridged

11 min

A slippery reality farce based on following the money, an independent research facility with no particular disciplinary focus and no public sector grant money or foundation funding is doing its best to "sound kosher", let alone keep the operations flowing. An overworked lab sciences foundation director has been working tirelessly to keep funding coming in to the aging, if not otherwise obsolete, ... Read more

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A slippery reality farce based on following the money, an independent research facility with no particular disciplinary focus and no public sector grant money or foundation funding is doing its best to "sound kosher", let alone keep the operations flowing. An overworked lab sciences foundation director has been working tirelessly to keep funding coming in to the aging, if not otherwise obsolete,
... Read more
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How Innovation Works

by Matt Ridley ...

Narrated by Matt Ridley ...

Unabridged

12 hours 34 min

‘Ridley is spot-on when it comes to the vital ingredients for success’ Sir James DysonBuilding on his bestseller The Rational Optimist, Matt Ridley chronicles the history of innovation, and how we need to change our thinking on the subject.Innovation is the main event of the modern age, the reason we experience both dramatic improvements in our living standards and unsettling changes in our ... Read more

$39.49 AUD

‘Ridley is spot-on when it comes to the vital ingredients for success’ Sir James DysonBuilding on his bestseller The Rational Optimist, Matt Ridley chronicles the history of innovation, and how we need to change our thinking on the subject.Innovation is the main event of the modern age, the reason we experience both dramatic improvements in our living standards and unsettling changes in our
... Read more
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Estudiando la química del cannabis: métodos de extracción de cannabinoides

by Pharmacology University ...

Narrated by Melissa Tercero ...

Unabridged

1 hour 9 min

En este increíble audiolibro, te invitamos a conocer los diferentes métodos de extracción y análisis de los principales cannabinoides para el uso de derivados en la industria del cannabis.En la actualidad, se han aislado alrededor de 113 compuestos de la especie Cannabis sativa, entre los más importantes, se encuentra el tetrahidrocannabinol (Δ9-THC) y el cannabidiol (CBD). Estos fitocannabinoides ... Read more

$31.00 AUD

En este increíble audiolibro, te invitamos a conocer los diferentes métodos de extracción y análisis de los principales cannabinoides para el uso de derivados en la industria del cannabis.En la actualidad, se han aislado alrededor de 113 compuestos de la especie Cannabis sativa, entre los más importantes, se encuentra el tetrahidrocannabinol (Δ9-THC) y el cannabidiol (CBD). Estos fitocannabinoides
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