Episode 361
The Science Behind Broadcasting
How does radio reach out of the studio? We explore the science and technology of broadcasting from its beginnings to the digital age...
The Naked Scientists Podcast · The Naked Scientists
December 16, 201259m 47s
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Show Notes
How does radio reach out of the studio? This week, we tune in explore the science and technology of broadcasting to find out how a voice hits the airwaves. We discover the difference between AM, FM and DAB, and use basic physics to build our own microphone. Plus, the 7000 year old cheese and the surprisingly simple solution to a box jellyfish sting. Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists
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