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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: The Magic of Mushrooms

The Magic of Mushrooms

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BBC Radio 4 - The Infinite Monkey Cage, Series 27, The Magic of Mushrooms

Brian Cox and Robin Ince discover the magic of mushrooms.

Brian Cox and Robin Ince are joined by comedian Phil Wang to discover the magic of mushrooms.

Brian Cox and Robin Ince find out about the secret world of fungi, hidden beneath our feet. They are joined by biologist Merlin Sheldrake and mycologist Katie Field. They hear about the hidden life of fungi, including their hundreds of mating types, predatory behaviour and crucial role in life beginning on Earth. Katie shares how mycologists like her are using fungi to come up with creative solutions to climate change.

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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