42: The Answer to Almost Everything

Is it possible to modify our genes?

Could microbes hold the key to understanding the increase in a number of chronic conditions and allergies?

Nanoparticles have become a favourite topic for conspiracy theorists. But why?

The Democratic Republic of Congo is struggling to contain Mpox with a new and deadly variant causing havoc.

Children often experience their first feelings of love at nursery age.  What does it feel like for children? 

Love may drive you crazy - but it also keeps you alive.

Black holes can tell us a lot about the universe. But could they hold the key to understanding our world? 

Relationships between brothers and sisters is an important part of a child’s daily life. But how do you learn to share your toys, your space and even your parents with someone else?

Sustainable consumption: is it all just greenwashing and deception?

How can we have more fulfilling sex? Ronja von Rönne meets couples and singles who have reinvented their sexuality.

Using the latest technology, researchers are discovering the bright colours of ancient Greek art and architecture.  

Dancing to the machine: Welcome to the algorave where live coding supplies the beats. 

Two years after her triumph at the La Maestra conducting competition, Bar Avni is back on the podium in Paris.

From queer cake sitting to sex positive tasting evenings, Tracks finds out about food and sexuality.

How can we navigate the highs and lows of city life and lead a happy existence in the metropolis?

42-year-old Armen Grigoryan is the youngest barber in the timeless atmosphere of the oldest barbershop in Armenia.

Lyon’s Nuit Sonores festival welcomes two living legends of Detroit techno.

How can you feed yourself self-sufficiently in the desert? An ancient superfood could hold the answer.

How can we age well? Ronja von Rönne trys to find out by talking to chimney sweep Norbert Skrobek, who is close to retirement and Monika Gutte who defies age with a zest for life