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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 27: Bees v Wasps

Bees v Wasps

Series 27

BBC Radio 4 - The Infinite Monkey Cage, Series 27, Bees v Wasps

Which species is 'better': bees or wasps? Brian Cox and Robin Ince find out.

Brian Cox and Robin Ince are joined by comedian Catherine Bohart to decide which species wins, bees or wasps.

Brian Cox and Robin Ince tackle one of the most important questions posed by science: which is better, bees or wasps?  To defend bees, ecologist Dave Goulson joins the panel, while entomologist Seirian Sumner comes to the defence of wasps. Although both species are known to deliver a nasty sting, Seirian and Dave battle to show why their species should be loved, not swotted, and how we unknowingly rely on them. Comedian Catherine Bohart takes on the role of judge. Which will she ultimately choose: bees or wasps?

New episodes are released on Saturdays. If you're in the UK, listen to the full series first on BBC Sounds: bbc.in/3K3JzyF
 
Producer: Caroline Steel
Executive Producer: Alexandra Feachem

The Infinite Monkey Cage: Series 27

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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