Episodes
This episode we chat about the wacky world of space elevators. How could one work? Could it support it's own weight? What is the point of this sort of thing anyway? What sort of music do you play on a space elevator?
Published 10/03/21
This episode we dig into the philosophy behind advertising. Frankly, we should all just move to the woods.
Published 09/21/21
This episode we dive into the complicated world of advertising. Is advertising a good thing for society? What does advertising mean for us as individuals? Can you be authentic, and is authenticity what is lacking from advertising? What is the deal with those stupid Change commercials? Find out, this episode!
Published 08/30/21
This episode we are joined by Brian Dunning of Skeptoid, a skeptical multimedia empire! https://skeptoid.com/ We discuss the UFO rogues gallery, getting involved in Skepticism, and the outlook for the future of skeptical discussion. https://www.skeptic.com/reading_room/what-do-i-do-next/
Published 08/08/21
In this episode, get all bedazzled in gems with us as we delve into the history and theory behind crystal magic. What the heck is a crystal? How are they similar to minerals? Should you buy them from your aunt who smells like the inside of a Hot Topic? Find out, on this weeks episode!
Published 07/20/21
What are the ethics of belief? Do you have a right to the truth? Does the public have an obligation to provide you with the truth, and to stop the spread of misinformation? When does a belief become dangerous? Or are these simply the issues we must abide to live in a society that truly has freedom of thought and speech?
Published 07/11/21
We talkin UAP UAP UAP. Is this finally Disclosure?
Published 06/23/21
This episode we are joined by Dan Kozuh, creator and host of The Extra Mundane with Max Ward. This podcast has interviews with your favorite legendary creatures like Bigfoot, alien investigators, and all kinds of other paranormal guests. Check it out here: https://theextramundane.podbean.com/
Published 06/03/21
The shocking conclusion to our time travel series is here! CAN WE TRAVEL BACK IN TIME? Find out on this episode!
Published 05/18/21
On this episode we finally do away with the idea of the luminiferous aether, and get to the biggest name in all of Science, Albert Einstein. What does Relativity mean, in the context of the aether, electromagnetism, and the studies of lights motion? What does it mean for time?
Published 04/15/21
On this episode we discuss the history of the speed of light! It involves a lot of mirrors. So if you've got a mirror phobia just a heads up.
Published 03/27/21
This episode we are joined by science journalist Sally Best to talk conspiracy culture! Find her podcast here: https://www.mancunianmatters.co.uk/news/23022021-the-conspiracy-crushers-podcast-episode-2-vaccine-conspiracy-theories/
Published 03/17/21
Don't you want to know how we keep starting fires? On this episode join Chris and Marie as they take you through a whirlwind tour of electromagnetism, balls falling on trains, and the weirdness of inertial frames of reference!
Published 02/24/21
Join us this episode as we talk Astrobiology, Exoplanets, and the hunt for alien life with Professor Abel Méndez. Professor Abel Méndez is a planetary astrobiologist and Director of the Planetary Habitability Laboratory at the University of Puerto Rico at Arecibo. His research focuses on the habitability of Earth, the Solar System, and extrasolar planets. Prof. Méndez is a NASA MIRS Fellow with physics and astrophysics research experience at Fermilab, NASA Goddard, NASA Ames, and the Arecibo...
Published 02/13/21
This episode we talk about the philosophy and math behind the concept of time. What IS time? How do we measure it? How did that idea develop? And how will that lay the groundwork for time travel?
Published 02/02/21
What makes a theory "scientific"? How can we differentiate science versus pseudoscience, or belief? Is scientific content different in kind than other types of thought? On this episode, we discuss these questions to build the groundwork for this seasons overarching theme: What happens when science is wrong about the world around us?
Published 01/19/21
On this episode Chris and Marie are joined by Michael Isikoff, Chief investigative journalist for Yahoo News and host of the podcasts Conspiracyland and Skullduggery, to discuss modern American conspiracy theories. What are the roots of Q Anon? Why are conspiracies so prevalent now in American history? How can we combat the spread of these viral conspiracies?
Published 01/05/21
This episode we are joined by attorney, author, podcast host, and overall badass Rabia Chaudry to talk the mythology of the Djinn. You may know Rabia from her work on the Adnan Syed case, as well as her podcasts Undisclosed and recently The Hidden Djinn. Learn more about Rabia's work here: http://www.rabiachaudry.com/ https://www.grimandmild.com/thehiddendjinn
Published 11/16/20
This episode join us as we discuss Chris's greatest fear: Dopplegangers!
Published 10/31/20
Join us for the exciting conclusion of the saga of King Tut! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 10/31/20
Despite Marie's protests, this episode is called King Butt. HOWARD CARTER PART 3 - On this episode of our intrepid journey, Howard Carter finally finds the tomb of King Tut, the boy king, which they promptly go wandering into despite curses and disease and all kinds of other stuff. Good times. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 10/22/20
This episode we are joined by Brian Regal, PhD to discuss his skepticism work, conspiracy theories, and weird archeology! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 09/24/20
In this episode we dig into the life of Howard Carter during his time in Egypt. This is the early deep cuts, not the mainstream stuff he did when he turned pop. King Tut is fine but real fans dig Ahmenhotep I. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 09/13/20
This episode we talk about an archeologist who DOESN'T destroy evidence and mess up an ancient site. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 08/28/20
This episode we are joined by Dr. Yvette Cendes, a postdoctoral Radio Astronomer at the Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics. She is also a force in the world of science communication, with articles, podcast appearances, and a very lively Reddit community! Learn more about her work at https://www.yvettecendes.com/ and https://www.reddit.com/r/Andromeda321/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 08/22/20