“I am not a science-y person. I just don't have the science-mind to remember and catagorize facts. The Paleopals, however, present science news in a format that is both informative and entertaining. Interesting stories and funny hosts - they call themselves paleopals for crying out loud - make this an al laround solid podcast. I enjoyed the interactivity of their website as well, an online poll asking if Superman is photosynthetic or photovoltaic really shows their commitment to making science interesting to a diverse audience. I actually didn't know there was a difference (or that photovoltaic was a word), but I listened to them discuss it, I looked it up myself, then I had a friend explain it to me really slowly, and I learned something. Alright, I forget the difference now; but I had fun listening to them argue about it, and my ignorance did not prohibit me from voting. That's right: Science...sort of, it's for scientists...and other sorts.”Read full review »
Microlad via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/03/09
“The only thing that I don't really like about the podcast is trailer trash talk, but anyone that likes going to the movies will probably like the segment. Otherwise, the science is great and the balance between technical speak and layman talk is perfect”Read full review »
TJF3030 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/23/09
“I'm a SAHM (stay at home Mom) to two small children and recently found the joy in listening to podcasts while doing housework or when I just can't handle hearing/watching Sponge Bob anymore. I think your Podcasts are highly entertaining with the right mix of scholarly and pop culture. As...”Read full review »
Mossymama via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/17/10
“Great podcast, but episode 20 definitely had a mistake in it. You said melatonin was the pigment that tans the skin and that melanin was a neurotransmitter, but those two got mixed up. Melanin is produced by melanocytes in the deeper layers of skin, and melatonin makes you mellow or tired. But on...”Read full review »
MirMalchik via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/16/10
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