The Higher Biology Podcast

Hosted by award-winning biology teacher Paul Downie , The Higher Biology Podcast connects students with leading scientists from around the world. Designed to support students studying the Scottish Higher Biology qualification, the podcast brings real-world biology into the classroom through conversations with experts including astronaut Tim Peake , naturalist Chris Packham , primatologist Frans de Waal , and forensic anthropologist Prof Lady Sue Black . The Higher Biology Podcast aims to provide insight into the SQA Higher Biology Course with interviews with scientists, authors, filmmakers, broadcasters, journalists, politicians as well as input from classroom teachers. This podcast is sponsored by Leckie textbooks, revision guides and practice papers; everything you need to learn, review and prepare for your SQA Exams. Browse the books at www.leckiescotland.co.uk Many thanks also to Education Scotland for their sup

The Higher Biology Podcast is a education podcast hosted by Mr Downie, with 40 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 81. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Mr Downie hosts The Higher Biology Podcast, a education show with 40 episodes published.

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  Episode #3

  World Cup Special: Scotland's American Dream

  Jun 11, 20261h 17mS3

  <p>After 28 long summers, Scotland have qualified for The World Cup. In this special episode, Mr Downie is joined by the voice of Scottish football Hugh Keevins to explore why football means so much to so many people and why football memories can last a life time. They are joined by Mark Beaumont to chat with Craig Ferguson who is walking across America from LA to Boston in a kilt to raise money for SAMH, and speak to Keith Salmon of Tuckahoe Turf about what it takes to grow the perfect World Cup grass pitch. Former Scotland legend, Tosh McKinlay...

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  Episode #2

  Conservation Biology with Dr Joseph Bull

  Jun 1, 202652 minS3

  <p>Mr Downie is joined by Dr Jospeph Bull, an Associate Professor in Climate Change Biology at Oxford University. Dr Bull's research aims to explore whether and how net positive biodiversity outcomes and climate change mitigation can be achieved alongside economic development activities. In this episode he helps explore the diverse world of Conservation Biology. <br/><br/>You can ask questions or get in touch  via @BiologyHigher on Twitter<br/><br/>This podcast is sponsored by Leckie textbooks, revision guides and practice papers; everything you need to learn, review and prepare for your SQA Exams. Browse the books at www.l...

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  When the Dead Teach the Living with Prof Lady Sue Black

  Feb 28, 20261h 5mS3

  <p>Mr Downie is joined by Prof Lady Sue Black, a world leading forensic anthropologist whose work spans human anatomy, education and the investigation of war crimes. From her early days working in a butcher's shop, she has risen to become the 37th President of St John's College at Oxford University and a member of the House of Lords. Her groundbreaking research and real-world application of biological science have helped bring justice, advanced forensic identification and inspired countless students and scientists across the planet. In March 2024 Professor Lady Black was appointed to the Most Ancient and Most Noble Order of...

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  Episode #15

  Revision Shorts: Genetic Control of Metabolism

  May 26, 202511 minS2

  <p>Following feedback from Higher Biology students, this short revision episode aims to provide a quick summary of some of the key points from the Genetic Control of Metabolism Key Area. This episode aims to supplement your revision and should not be seen as a replacement for other revision/retrieval techniques.<br/><br/>This episode is based on the Genetic Control of Metabolism key area of the SQA Higher Biology Course.<br/><br/>You can ask questions or get in touch  via @BiologyHigher on Twitter<br/><br/>This podcast is sponsored by Leckie textbooks, revision guides and practice papers; everything y...

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  Episode #14

  Revision Shorts: Environmental Control of Metabolism

  May 9, 202511 minS2

  <p>Following feedback from Higher Biology students, this short revision episode aims to provide a quick summary of some of the key points from the Environmental Control of Metabolism Key Area. This episode aims to supplement your revision and should not be seen as a replacement for other revision/retrieval techniques.<br/><br/>This episode is based on the Environmental Control of Metabolism key area of the SQA Higher Biology Course.<br/><br/>You can ask questions or get in touch  via @BiologyHigher on Twitter<br/><br/>This podcast is sponsored by Leckie textbooks, revision guides and practice papers; everything y...

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