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“I was listening to Skeptics Guide to the Universe Pod and it was either last show of 2023 or their first of 2024, and Evan gave a shout out to this pod. I go to listen and find out they stopped their series at the end of December…such a shame, I’ve listened to a few their podcast and really...”Read full review »
Merv the Mohawk via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
01/26/24
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“I was very disappointed to hear that your podcast will not be running after this month the two of you are very pleasant to listen to informative and entertaining”
R be l. via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/07/23
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“Do you realize people listen to many podcasts, so when you introduce your show mid sentence, out of context, people think there show skipped or some other bug. This trend needs to end. Can’t you “smart” people put in more effort or come up with something original.”
MKULTRA83 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/18/23
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“Very informative and very easy to digest. This podcast handles very complex issues with a good understanding of how people differentiate between culture, location, and etc.”
WhiteStarRanger via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/18/21
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“This podcast is amazing. The host choose topics and interviews guest in such a professional way, the conversation ist always interesting and easy to follow for any topic! I really appreciate that such a good scientific podcast exists !”
horreurcosmique via Apple Podcasts ·
Switzerland ·
12/04/19
“Listen: we're in weird times right now, and science education really seems to be lacking real-world science application and science literacy. I'm not a particularly science-brained person, so I *need* this podcast to explain how things actually work, and why I should care a lot more than...”Read full review »
MsEmilyEdwards via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/26/19
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“I listen to a lot of different podcasts, but because this one has become such a favorite recently I was stunned to see it only had 125 ratings in the Apple podcasts app.
Simply put, this is the best science related podcast there is. Look no further- there is no other podcast that has such...”Read full review »
Jhub91 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/14/19
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“I find the topics engaging and entertaining. The interviews could use more editing, though. Cut out the “ums” and “ahs”. More polish.”
55Goalie via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/13/19
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“Learn your fun facts at the same time you learn your serious Science.
Well prepped interviews with interesting topics/scientists. Cheers all!”
cloreally via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/08/19
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“Science for the People is an excellent informative podcast! Love everything about it: Canadian, female hosts, solid information, great interviews!”
Qrqrstst via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/08/19
“I have listened to every single episode of Science for the People. I love how the hosts make science a simple and geeky conversation, making science and scientists themselves more approachable and understandable to your every day listener. Science for the People is my favorite podcast of all time!”
Pamrov02 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/12/19
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“absolutely one of my favorite podcasts. they do a good job at one of their stated goals: giving scientists a space to talk in depth about what matters to them. the hosts are funny and kind, and they always make the show engaging. I love to listen to this on my commute :)”
ėmbër via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/08/18
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“I've been listening to this podcast for over a year, and it's become one of my all time favorites. I love the wide range of topics, all discussed in an interesting, accessible manner. Thanks!”Read full review »
Lolabo94 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/12/18
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“Content is probably ok but it is unlistenable due to consistently terrible audio quality. Twenty minutes of research on recording and microphones would probably help a lot.”
Watcher watching via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
12/21/17
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“I would give this a five star rating based on the content, but the technical issues are often so annoying that I can't finish listening to the episodes. Bad audio quality and poor editing constantly ruin what is an engaging discussion.”Read full review »
BiancaCoad via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
09/29/17
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“Science for the people offers a balanced perspective of important scientific topics with good sound quality and quality reporting. Thank the cosmos for Canadians.”
JTatti via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/04/17
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“Good program looking into the science behind many topics that are in the headlines.”
Paul Buhler via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
07/21/17
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“I enjoy the double interview format. Not every topic holds me through both interviews but I love what you folks are doing”
braw4580 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
03/14/17
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“This is by far my favorite science podcast. Very good interviews that ask insightful questions. Does a great job of making the topics understandable without over-simplifying.”
AquaTsubaki via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/23/14
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“Thank you so much for giving us this excellent podcast on Harm Reduction. This should be required listening for members of the Conservative party.”
travels2much via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
10/08/14
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“This show takes science andd makes it accessible for all of us. It's edgy and challenging and gives a focus to women's voices and experiences.”Read full review »
Greg Curran via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
09/19/14
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BozemanBoy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/18/14
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“After years of listening to science podcasts, I came across this gem. It's easily my favourite science podcast now. Well thought out and about as objective as it gets when discussing science.”Read full review »
Arctium via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/18/14
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“This podcast provides science content in a readily digestible format to keep me informed.”
YGlen via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/17/14
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“The most professionally presented skeptical and science based podcast available from Canada, and easily a formidable contender in the international scene as well. A boon to Edmonton's local CJSR, and an asset to all affiliates that carry it, the content is extensive and in-depth.”Read full review »
Benjamin Pew via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
03/24/14
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03/20/14
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“Great interviews and content.”
kmorgan via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/14/13
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“Excellent program, I have learned a lot and look forward to every new episode. Highly recommended. Appreciate the new title of the podcast as the 'skeptical' part was too limiting.”Read full review »
Bee Bess via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/13/13
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“It's thanks to outlets like this that science isn't historicized or popularized into oblivion. Support the people who support scientific culture and give this a list e.”Read full review »
Haeckelian via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/12/13
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“Here science, social science and all like topics are served up in a simple, yet tasty sause.
A podcast that views and interviews scientists, science writers and others on many topics on science in our everyday world. Telling us about science in our lives in away that we can understand and...”Read full review »
Fc Stains via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/12/13
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“Keep up the good work guys!”
Wally McChomper via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/25/13
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“Very enjoyable host, interesting and diverse guests and topics. And as a bonus, the coolest theme music for a podcast EVER!”
TWHensley via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/15/12
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“I've only been listening for about 3 months, but started from the very first episode and am now somewhere in the middle of 2010 and working my way to the newest episodes. Gotta say this is one of my absolute favourite shows! The topics vary greatly but are always interesting and presented...”Read full review »
lilcoppertop via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
09/23/12
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“The best scientific podcast I could find on iTunes.”
Sa Majesté Olivier via Apple Podcasts ·
Switzerland ·
04/09/12
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“The show has always been interesting, but it just keeps getting more and more polished. The interviews are fun, informative, and thought-provoking. You may start by downloading just the episodes with topics that are of personal interest to you, but you'll subsequently download the rest and be...”Read full review »
mobjois via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
03/05/12
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“Simply Amazing.”
Fizheyez via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
02/28/12
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“The program has guests each week that are smart, engaging, and well-spoken. Host Desiree Schell explains or has guests explain the basics of each topic, so each episode is accessable to anyone. Desiree and the rest of the on-air team are clearly genuinely interested in their guests and topics,...”Read full review »
poorlybutsurely via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/22/12
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“Fascinating topics and discussions. Excellent guests and interviews. Thought provoking and entertaining - addictive to listen too. Bravo!”
Vetlab virologist via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
01/03/12
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Missdufus via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
11/16/11
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Real sharp via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/04/11
“I have listened to the show and worked on the show for a fair amount of time now. All I can say is that there is nothing more awesome than being involved with this show. Okay, I'm exaggerating a little. There are one or two things that are as awesome as being involved with this show, such as...”Read full review »
bakelly via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
11/01/11
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“always interesting and funny.”
CheekySniper via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/28/11
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“I have 20 episodes on my iPod which I will listen to again, by far the most of any of my podcasts. Intelligent, warm interviewing on interesting topics, the best science podcast.”
Distractedtoo via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/17/11
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“If you are looking for something to complement your SGU, George Hrab, Skeptic Zone, or YoungAusSkeptics Podcasts, THIS IS IT! A very tight, professionally presented podcast, Desiree & her team work tirelessly to give you an international worthy, sooperinteresting Champagne podcast on a VB...”Read full review »
Kitty Maehem via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/09/11
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“I would love this podcast if it were not for the "nails on chalkboard" horribleness they call a theme song.”Read full review »
Oz-E-Mandius via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/13/11
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“This Canadian skeptical podcast, is certainly worth subscribing to.
Great interviews, and an interesting wide variety of topics.
Desiree has an infectious enthusiasm that makes all the interviews so entertaining.”
4tune8chance via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
09/07/11
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“I recently discovered 'Skeptically Speaking'. I first get hooked into skeptic and critical thinking through WNYC's Radiolab podcasts. Then I was searching for similar podcasts and most of them were from United States. I was little worried that there are no podcasts from Canada. I live...”Read full review »
RebelResist via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
08/24/11
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“I look forward to SS - it rarely disappoints with interesting and varied topics, a great host (Desiree) and guests that really know what they're talking about. The theme song is pretty cool too!”Read full review »
gribbly via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/14/11
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