Series, 16 Events

Good in Theory

Good in Theory explores brilliant scientific ideas that turned out to be wrong. Join Rita and Sofie as they uncover why these theories captivated scientists and left a mark on science and culture.

Events

Podcast, 29 mins

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Steady state theory: A sign of the universe

Neptunism: The ocean rocks

Recapitulation Theory: Your inner fish

Vortex Theory of Atoms: Knot great

Energeticism: Everything is energy

Out of Asia: Where did we come from?

Balance of nature: As it should be

Caloric Theory: That’s hot

Preformation: Babies all the way down

Expanding Earth: Moving continents and science

Phlogiston: Burning down alchemy

Four Humours: Fluids everywhere

Lamarck Evolution: How much do your choices matter?

Miasma: What's that smell?

Aether: Speaking of Nothing

Vulcan: Trust me bro, it exists

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