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Hoax

Dr Tori Herridge investigates dubious conclusions in science and nature.

Radio 4,5 episodes

Episodes

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5. The Pursuit of Parrots
Australia's Night Parrot has driven birders mad for decades.
25 Aug 2023,14 mins
4. The Forever Fly
How did a single specimen come to undermine scientists?
24 Aug 2023,14 mins
3. The Toad Kisser
A scientist with a toad collection is embroiled in a global scientific culture war.
23 Aug 2023,14 mins
2. The Wizard of Sussex
A body is discovered and an eccentric solicitor takes a surprising chance.
22 Aug 2023,14 mins
1. The Planted Plants of Rum
Could the Isle of Rum miraculously have escaped the Ice Age? Tori Herridge investigates.
21 Aug 2023,14 mins