# BBC Inside Science

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/bbc-inside-science/
- Published: 2026-11-05T17:00:00+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-05T17:51:35+00:00
- Original publisher: BBC Science (publisher lean: Centre)
- Original article: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/w3ct978k?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
- Topics: Science

## Key points

- Particle physicists are investigating the zeptoverse for answers to big questions.
- A new series explores AI and the things people value.
- Barter Books has received unusual orders.

## Summary

This episode of Inside Science explores the zeptoverse, an extremely tiny scale where particle physicists hope to find clues to major unanswered questions about the universe. It also begins a weekly series on how artificial intelligence is changing people’s relationships with things they value.

Harry Cliff discusses the zeptoverse with presenter Tom Whipple, while Barter Books co-owner Stuart Manley explains why the Alnwick bookshop has received unusual orders. Science journalist Penny Sarchet also joins the programme to discuss recent science news. The episode is produced in partnership with The Open University.

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