Science & Medicine

5 live's science podcast, featuring Dr Karl, plus Dr Chris and Naked Scientists Chris Smith and Kat Arney with the hottest science news stories and analysis.

All in the Mind examines how we think and behave. It’s presented by psychologist Claudia Hammond. She investigates the latest techniques being used by mental health practitioners, speaks to people with psychological issues and uncovers all the most recent research from the world of the mind. Every year there are 2 series of 8 episodes of All in the Mind, in the spring and autumn. Each programme is 28 minutes long.

Three detectives, Kalumba, Salamisha and Chokbank, investigate after Peter's drug overdose. Was the cause of his death as obvious as it seems? Listen to this exciting series to find out... Peter, the son of a rich and influential family, dies from a drug overdose. When the autopsy reveals that he did not commit suicide but was poisoned, the three detectives Kalumba, Salamisha and Chokbank start their investigations and are drawn into a maelstrom of intrigue, greed and violence. To find Pete's murderer, they must descend into the world of counterfeit drugs where unscrupulous profiteers exploit the sick and desperate. Counterfeit medicine is sold cheaply and people are unaware of the threat it poses to their health. Several leads take the detectives to a famous doctor, a traditional healer, a pharmacist and all the way to the minister of health. As the investigation progresses, the detectives’ lives are threatened more than once. In the end, they are able to determine the extent of Peter's involvement with this dirty business and why he had to die.

A weekly podcast hosted by Mike Burton - "Honest Conversations With Interesting People". Every podcast is about something different with a different guest, ranging from musicians to travellers, to those suffering with mental illnesses, talking about movies, sex, hobbies, morals, politics and much more! Mike & his friend Josh also do a mini-series called "Science, But Simple" where they explain everyday science in an easy-to-digest manner, these episodes are released every few months so be sure to check those out too!

Life's Toolkit is a radio program that airs every Tuesday at 09:45 on West Coast FM. The host is Swakopmund based psychological counsellor Melissa. She discusses a variety of topics and in every session, gives you a few tips on how to improve your life skills during times of adversity. Topics range from personal development issues like assertiveness to social issues like domestic violence and drug abuse .