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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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Brian Cox and Robin Ince reveal the hidden science behind our favourite board games.

Brian Cox and Robin Ince throw the dice as they explore the maths and psychology behind our favourite board games with guests Marcus du Sautoy, Dave Neal and Jessica Fostekew.

Brian Cox and Robin Ince, go past jail, climb a ladder and build a civilisation as they explore the science behind our favourite board games. Joining them in the library (or was it the conservatory?) is mathematician, Marcus du Sautoy who discusses the global history of games as well as his tips for winning at Monopoly. Joining him is games designer and play researcher Dave Neal who explains how key games are to developing a theory of mind alongside Jessica Fostekew, comedian and gaming enthusiast who admits to becoming a more ruthless gamer as time goes by.


Producer: Melanie Brown
Exec Producer: Sasha Feachem
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