The Infinite Monkey Cage
- Radio factual
- BBC Radio 4 / BBC Sounds
- 2009 - 2024
- 195 episodes (31 series)
Witty, irreverent look at the world through scientists' eyes. With Professor Brian Cox and Robin Ince. Also features Brian Cox.
- Continues on Thursday 28th November on Radio 4 at 11am with Series 31, Episode 3
- Catch-up on Series 31, Episode 2
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Series 21, Episode 4 - Fire
Professor Brian Cox and comedian Robin Ince are joined by comedian Ed Byrne, Niamh Nic Daeid and Adam Rutherford as they explore the science of fire and how it has impacted the evolution of life.
Further details
Brian Cox and Robin Ince are joined by comedian Ed Byrne, forensic chemist Niamh Nic Daeid and biologist Adam Rutherford, as they explore the science of fire and how it has impacted the evolution of life on earth. They also look at whether controlling fire is a uniquely human trait and how other species have evolved to use fire to their advantage.
Broadcast details
- Date
- Monday 3rd February 2020
- Time
- 4:30pm
- Channel
- BBC Radio 4
- Length
- 30 minutes
Cast & crew
| Brian Cox | Host / Presenter |
| Robin Ince | Host / Presenter |
| Ed Byrne | Guest |
| Niamh Nic Daeid | Guest |
| Adam Rutherford | Guest |
| Alexandra Feachem | Producer |
| Eric Idle | Composer |