The Pulse
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<p>Go on an adventure into unexpected corners of the health and science world each week with award-winning host Maiken Scott. The Pulse takes you behind the doors of operating rooms, into the lab with some of the world's foremost scientists, and back in time to explore life-changing innovations. The Pulse delivers stories in ways that matter to you, and answers questions you never knew you had.</p>
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2/5/2021
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Recent Episodes
July 16, 2026
How Reliable Is Forensic Science? The Truth About Criminal Profiling and Investigations
Host Liz Tung interviews Jens Ludwig, director of the University of Chicago’s Crime Lab, about the reliability of forensic science in criminal investigations and the truth behind criminal profiling.
July 9, 2026
Chasing Wildlife: From the Golden Toad to Giant Elephants
Host Trevor Ritland and guest Kyle Ritland explore the mystery of the vanished golden toad, while writer Kim Frank recounts her search for Indian elephants and conservation ecologist Ryan Almeida discusses the wildlife trade in this interview.
June 25, 2026
How Science and Ingenuity Built Early America
Host Maiken Scott interviews Professor Caroline Winterer about how science and ingenuity fueled the American Revolution, exploring early scientific achievements and revolutionary inventions.
185 total episodes available with 73 transcripts
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Kim Frank
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Ryan Almeida
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Caroline Winterer
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Rana Awdish
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Jim Jackson
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Abby Maslin
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- What is The Pulse?
<p>Go on an adventure into unexpected corners of the health and science world each week with award-winning host Maiken Scott. The Pulse takes you behind the doors of operating rooms, into the lab with some of the world's foremost scientists, and back in time to explore life-changing innovations. The Pulse delivers stories in ways that matter to you, and answers questions you never knew you had.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 9 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
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