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The Power of...

Lucy Cooke examines what gives some animal species the evolutionary edge over their rivals

Radio 4,8 episodes

Episodes

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The Power of Night
Lucy Cooke examines why it pays to stir when the sun goes down.
18 Jan 2021,28 mins
The Power of One
Lucy Cooke explores why some species shirk company in favour of a solitary life.
11 Jan 2021,28 mins
The Power of Celibacy
Lucy Cooke discovers why some species reproduce without sex or the need for males.
04 Jan 2021,28 mins
Power of Peace
Lucy Cooke discovers whether it's better to fight or make peace in the animal kingdom
20 Aug 2019,28 mins
Power of Petite
Lucy Cooke discovers why being small can give you a step up on the evolutionary ladder.
13 Aug 2019,28 mins
Power of Deceit
Lucy Cooke discovers why being a bit sneaky may be an excellent evolutionary strategy.
06 Aug 2019,28 mins
The Power of Sloth
Lucy Cooke discovers the joy of sloth and sloths and the benefits of being really slow.
26 Dec 2017,28 mins
The Power of Cute
Lucy Cooke explores our seeming obsession with all things cute.
17 May 2016,28 mins