The Infinite Monkey Cage

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Brian Cox and Robin Ince host an irreverent look at the world through scientists' eyes.

Brian Cox and Robin Ince host a witty, irreverent look at the world through scientists' eyes.

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The Infinite Monkey Cage: Series 26: Southern Skies

Southern Skies

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Brian Cox and Robin Ince look up at the stars of the southern hemisphere.

Brian Cox and Robin Ince take the monkey cage to Australia where they are joined by Ross Noble as they explore the southern hemisphere night sky.

Brian Cox and Robin Ince start a new series from Sydney, Australia. They are joined by astrophysicists Kirsten Banks and Devika Kamath and comedian Ross Noble as they discuss how different the night sky looks from the southern hemisphere. They hear stories of how different cultures have always used constellations in the sky to help navigate life down here, on planet Earth. They find out how just one point of light can tell you exactly what a star is made of and why this can be the key to understanding the future of our galaxy. 

Producer: Caroline Steel
Executive Producer: Alexandra Feachem

The Infinite Monkey Cage: Series 26

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Intelligent speech, the most insightful journalism, the wittiest comedy, the most fascinating features and the most compelling drama and readings anywhere in UK radio.

Brian Cox and Robin Ince return for a new series of the hit science/comedy show.

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