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Researchers from the Wellington Faculty of Science answer some of life’s little and big questions.

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Is Antarctica melting?

Dr Nancy Bertler from Te Puna Pātiotio—Antarctic Research Centre explains how Antarctica is responding to climate change.
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How long ago was the Big Bang?

Dr Stephen Curran from Te Wānanga Matū—School of Chemical and Physical Sciences ventures through time and space to explain the Big Bang.
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What is climate change?

Dr Kyle Clem from Te Kura Tātai Aro Whenua—School of Geography, Environment and Earth Sciences gives us a quick overview of the science behind climate change.
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Why do people believe in conspiracy theories?

Professor Marc Wilson from Te Kura Mātai Hinengaro—School of Psychology looks at some of the research into conspiracy theories.
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Why do we add vinegar when we are poaching an egg?

Dr Robert Keyzers from Te Wānanga Matū—School of Chemical and Physical Sciences explains what vinegar does to your eggs, and whether it's worthwhile adding it.
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Why do people go on reality television shows?

Professor Marc Wilson from Te Kura Mātai Hinengaro—School of Psychology explains why some people are more likely than others to go on a reality TV show.