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The Good, the Bad, and the Science

Each week we pair a comedian with a scientist, to break down the scientifically inaccurate elements of popular movies and TV shows. Warning: There will be spoilers.

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HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS (2000) w/ Dr. Dan Ames&Lindsay Ames from 2022-03-05T17:45:46.297622

Dr. Dan Ames (UCLA Pyschology dept) and Lindsay Ames (no relation... for real, just a coincidence) are here to discuss something mean, vile and foul. And we're not talking about Ethan's body odor. ...

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JACKASS w/ Dr. Adam Goodcoff and Cole Garrett from 2022-02-22T08:00

How does the JACKASS crew survive such brutal stunts? And should we all try to do them for funzies? Join our guests  Dr. Adam Goodcoff&Cole Garrettand find out!  Learn more about your ad choices. V...

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DUNE w/ Julian Huguet and Justin Clark from 2022-02-15T08:00

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EVOLVE w/ Patrick Aryee and Will Poznan from 2022-02-08T08:00

Giraffes, frogs and fighter jets?! All of this and more is covered in this fun episode about EVOLVE with Patrick Aryee and Will Poznan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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DON'T LOOK UP w/ Dr. Jennifer McGowan and Jeff Horste from 2022-02-01T08:00

Listen up! Look up! Wait, what’s up? Oh, I’ll explain, this episode unpacks DON’T LOOK UP w/ Dr. Jennifer McGowan and Jeff Horsteso it’s all about climate change and how you, yes YOU, are going to ...

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LOKI w/ Dominic Andre and Julian Huguet from 2022-01-25T08:00

If you want to dive into topics like free will, Marvel, and multiple dimensions, than today is your LOKI day! Wow, what a pun! Listen as Dominic Andre and Julian Huguet help Ethan attempt to unders...

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SQUID GAME w/ Dr. Richard Brown and Austin Rogers from 2022-01-18T08:00

I told them not to but Austin Rogers and Dr. Richard J Brown insisted on playing SQUID GAME so tune in to see how it went!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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LOOK WHO'S TALKING TOO w/ Dr. Kristina Uban and Justin Shepard from 2022-01-11T08:00

We got so much great feedback from babies around the world on our Look Who’s Talking episode that we decided to tackle Look Who’s Talking Too w/ Dr. Kristina Uban and Justin Shepard. Thanks for lis...

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INVENTION OF LYING with Greg Bryant and Jacquie Brown from 2022-01-04T08:00

Today we discuss The Invention Of Lying with _and _ so listen to find out how to most effectively mislead those closest to you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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FROZEN 2 w/ Jeff Opperman and Jake Jabbour from 2021-12-14T08:00

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BLADERUNNER 2049 w/ Timothy Verstynen and Rebecca Delgado-Smith from 2021-12-07T08:00

Ryan Gosling, flying cars, and holograms?! What else do you need? Today we breakdown BLADERUNNER 2049 w/ Timothy Verstynen and Rebecca Delgado-Smith Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphon...

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THE QUEEN OF METH w/ Michael McDonell, PhD + David Cross from 2021-11-30T08:00

If you’re anything like me, you’ve been dying to discuss the meth scene of the 80’s with David Cross and Dr. Michael McDonell. Somehow this dream has come true because today we break down QUEEN OF ...

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THE LAUNDRY GUY w/Lucy Cotton + RB Butcher from 2021-11-23T08:00

Hey yucky accident prone listeners! Get your stains out properly by listening to this episode about THE LAUNDRY GUY w/ RB Butcher and Lucy Cotton. Get exclusive science shows, nature documentaries...

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PUSHING THE LINE w/Garrett Lisi + Reggie Watts from 2021-11-16T08:00

High-lining seems impossible both mentally and physically. Find out what it takes as we discuss PUSHING THE LINE with Garrett Lisi and Reggie Watts!  Get exclusive science shows, nature documentari...

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RED PLANET w/ Ken Savin and Carla Toro from 2021-11-09T08:00

As RED PLANET has taught us, breathing on Mars is actually easy peezy no problemo. Ken Savin and Carla Toro break it all down on today’s episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.f...

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CHOPPED 420 w/ Dr. Peter Grinspoon + Ashley Ray from 2021-11-02T07:00

What happens when you mix a cooking competition with weed? On this week's episode of The Good, The Bad, and The Science, we answer all your weed related questions and discuss the Discovery Plus ori...

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MYSTERIOUS PLANET w/Jeff Parrish + Andy Richter from 2021-10-26T07:00

On this week's episode of The Good, The Bad, and The Science we are talking to Andy Richter and Jeff Parish all about the Discovery Plus Original "Mysterious Planet"! Listen now to learn more about...

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SNOWPIERCER w/ Dr. Sammy Ramsey and Murahd Shawki from 2021-10-19T07:00

Grab some insect-filled protein blocks and check out this episode about SNOWPIERCER with Dr. Sammy Ramsey and Murahd Shawki Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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BEYOND BORDERS w/Sabrina Thompson + Jon Glaser from 2021-10-12T07:00

Tune into today's episode where we discuss the Discovery + original Beyond Boarders! Get exclusive science shows, nature documentaries, and more real-life entertainment on discovery+! Go to https:...

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NAKED AND AFRAID OF LOVE w/ Steve Cirbus + Sydnee Washington from 2021-10-05T07:00

Dating is hard enough, but try being naked, on an island with 15 strangers all looking for love! On this episode of The Good, The Bad, and The Science, we are discussing the Discovery + original NA...

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STAR TREK VI: THE UNDISCOVERED COUNTRY w/ Dr. Andrew Rader&Kyle June Williams from 2021-09-28T07:00

Teleport some knowledge into your brain by listening to this episode about STAR TREK VI: THE UNDISCOVERED COUNTRY w/ Dr. Andrew Rader&Kyle June Williams ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit me...

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DR. PIMPLE POPPER w/ Dr. Loretta Ciraldo + Jackie Johnson from 2021-09-21T07:00

Dr. Pimple Popper needs no introduction. You've probably seen Dr. Lee's viral videos all over the internet of her removing some of the craziest skin growths you've ever seen. On this episode of The...

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CHASING OCEAN GIANTS w/Charlie Young and Todd Barry from 2021-09-14T07:00

Calling all whale lovers! In this episode of The Good, The Bad, and The Science, we are getting up close and personal with the world's largest ocean giant. Join Charlie Young and Todd Barry as we d...

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MEET THE MEERKATS w/ Tim Clutton-Brock + Jackie Tohn from 2021-09-07T07:00

If Timone from Lion King is the only Meerkat you've heard of, then stop what you're doing and listen to this week's episode of The Good, The Bad and The Science right now! On this week's episode we...

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JUDI DENCH'S WILD BORNEO ADVENTURE w/ Eddie Game and Baron Vaughn from 2021-08-31T07:00

Did you know Judi Dench has adopted 3 Orangutans? Did you know that a centipede can kill a human? On this episode of The Good, The Bad, and The Science, we are joined by biologist, Eddie Game, and ...

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BATTLEBOTS: BOUNTY HUNTERS w/ Chris Atkeson and Atsuko Okatsuka from 2021-08-24T07:00

Would you trust Alexa to babysit your kids? Are robots taking over the world? On this episode of The Good, The Bad, and The Science, we answer those questions and deep dive into all the mechanics a...

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ATTACK OF THE MURDER HORNETS w/ Greg Proops and Chris Helzer from 2021-08-17T07:00

Are murder hornets as scary as we think they are? On this episode of The Good, The Bad, and The Science, we discuss the Discovery+ original ATTACK OF THE MURDER HORNETS with ecologist, Chris Helzer...

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HOMEMADE ASTRONAUTS w/ Kenneth Harris and Dana Gould from 2021-08-10T07:00

What happens when a flat-Earther tries to make a homemade rocket? Find out that and more on this episode of The Good, The Bad, and The Science. Featuring mechanical engineer, Kenneth Harris, and wr...

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THE SWIM w/ Joel Kim Booster and Dr. Sara-Jeanne Royer from 2021-08-03T07:00

Get out your snorkel and blend up your chicken because it's time to discuss THE SWIM w/ Joel Kim Booster and Dr. Sara-Jeanne Royer! Get exclusive science shows, nature documentaries, and more real-...

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THE SHALLOWS w/ Shannon Johnson and Sarah Claspell from 2021-07-27T07:00

Stitch up your leg with your earring and sit yourself down on a rock with your closest seagull friend because we're discussing THE SHALLOWS w/ Shannon Johnson and Sarah Claspell! Learn more about y...

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PLANET OF THE APES (2001) w/ Dr. Tamsin Woolley-Barker and Nick Luciano from 2021-07-20T07:00

Think humans smell better than apes? You clearly haven't listened to this episode about Planet of the Apes (2001) w/ Dr. Tamsin Woolley-Barker and Nick Luciano! Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...

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JOHN CARTER w/ Schmab and Dr. Andrew Knoll from 2021-07-13T07:00

Jump into this wild episode about JOHN CARTER w/ Schmab and Dr. Andrew Knoll! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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47 METERS DOWN w/ Paige Weldon&Prof Charlie Huveneers from 2021-07-06T07:00

About to get into a shark cage? Maybe listen to this episode about 47 METERS DOWN w/ Paige Weldon&Prof Charlie Huveneers first! Might help! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adch...

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SHARKNADO w/ Dr. David Shiffman&Hannah Garces from 2021-06-29T07:00

It's raining sharks! Hallelujah, it's raining sharks! Learn all about these interesting creatures on today's ep about SHARKNADO w/ Dr. David Shiffman&Hannah Garces. Learn more about your ad choices...

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HARRY POTTER AND THE PRISONER OF AZKABAN w/ Ross Bryant&Dr. Dany Spencer Adams from 2021-06-22T07:00

Cookies, meat-eating plants, and drunk spiders?! Find out why we discuss these seemingly unrelated things on today's ep! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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ZOOTOPIA w/ Dr. Aaron Blaisdell&Michael Longfellow from 2021-06-15T07:00

What's with bunnies and carrots?! Brilliant questions like this get answered on today's show about ZOOTOPIA w/ Dr. Aaron Blaisdell&Michael Longfellow! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph...

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THE CONJURING w/ Inessa Frantowski&Julian Huguet from 2021-06-08T07:00

We've all been there, right? You move into a spooky new house, all the clocks stop at a specific time, you have unexplained bruises and a demon barfs into your mouth to possess you. So annoying! We...

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BABY GENIUSES w/ Dr. Shannon O'dell from 2021-06-01T07:00

Think your child might be a genius with super strength and Jedi mind control? Find out on today's ep! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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HAPPY FEET w/ Charlie Young and Josh Waldron from 2021-05-25T07:00

Since you can't fly, dive into this super fun episode about HAPPY FEET featuring Charlie Young and Josh Waldron! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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SEX EDUCATION w/ Dr. Tessa Commers and Kyla KA from 2021-05-18T07:00

Didn't pay attention in Sex-Ed? We got you covered! Today we break down the pilot episode of SEX EDUCATION w/ Dr. Tessa Commers and Kyla KA! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adc...

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WAR GAMES w/ Sean Morrow and Tristan Guyette from 2021-05-11T07:00

Quick, before the world blows itself up with nukes, listen to this episode about WAR GAMES w/ Sean Morrow and Tristan Guyette! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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THE FUGITIVE w/ Brent Weinbach and Dr. John Dussel from 2021-05-04T07:00

Today we dive (off of a dam) into THE FUGITIVE w/ Brent Weinbach and Dr. John Dussel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The Good, The Bad, and The Science from 2021-04-27T07:00

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IN THE HEART OF THE SEA w/ Nan Hauser and Danny Jolles from 2021-04-20T07:00

The legend of Moby Dick is interesting but the legend of Nan Hauser is EPIC! Listen to Nan and the hilarious Danny Jolles discuss IN THE HEART OF THE SEA on today's ep! Advertise on Bad Science vi...

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MADAGASCAR w/ Dr. Jennifer McGowan and Zach Reino from 2021-04-13T07:00

Today we break out of the zoo to discuss MADAGASCAR w/ Dr. Jennifer McGowan and Zach Reino! Learn all about biodiversity, lions, lemurs, penguins and hippos! Oh my! Advertise on Bad Science via Gum...

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SIDE EFFECTS w/ Dr. Sapna Parikh and Jonathan Lorenzo from 2021-04-06T07:00

Today we discuss antidepressants, big pharma, and much more! Advertise on Bad Science via Gumball.fmLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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AFTER EARTH w/ Billy Almon and Will Westwater from 2021-03-30T07:00

Learn how to completely rid yourself of fear and how to properly use "biomimicry" in a sentence at your next dinner party on today's ep about AFTER EARTH with Billy Almon and Will Westwater! Advert...

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THE MEG w/ Dr. Cinda Scott and Joe Kwaczala from 2021-03-23T07:00

Huge prehistoric sharks, futuristic submersibles, and a ripped Jason Statham?! This podcast records itself!Today we dive into THE MEG with Dr. Cinda Scott and Joe Kwaczala! Advertise on Bad Scienc...

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SCRUBS (S1, Ep9) w/ Dr. John Dussel and Dahlya Glick from 2021-03-16T07:00

What's it take to be a doctor? What's surgery all about? And why does Dahlya want to kill half the population? Find out as we discuss SCRUBS (S1, Ep9) w/ Dr. John Dussel and Dahlya Glick! Advertis...

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MONSTERS, INC. w/ Jessica Malaty Rivera and Mimi Von Schack from 2021-03-09T08:00

Today we discuss MONSTERS, INC and get all caught up on Covid-19 information with Jessica Malaty Rivera and Mimi Von Schack! Advertise on Bad Science via Gumball.fmLearn more about your ad choices....

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THE BIG YEAR w/ Dr. Patrick Doran and Joshua Starkman from 2021-03-02T08:00

I hope you've been saving up because it's time to take an entire year off to look at a bunch of birds! Today we discuss THE BIG YEAR w/ Dr. Patrick Doran and Joshua Starkman! Advertise on Bad Sci...

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CONCUSSION w/ Patrick Kelly and Eric Jackowitz from 2021-02-23T08:00

Down Set...PODCAST! In our discussion about CONCUSSION*, we break down head injuries and much more with Eric Jackowitz and Patrick Kelly! * = Concussion discussion is Eric's joke. Credit where cred...

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SOUND OF METAL w/ Dr. Peter Ivory and Michael Feld from 2021-02-16T08:00

CRANK IT UP! But not too loud actually because that'll cause hearing damage. Learn the perfect volume and other great factoids on today's ep about SOUND OF METAL with Dr. Peter Ivory and Michael Fe...

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CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF MEATBALLS w/ Brad Carl and Sammy Obeid from 2021-02-09T08:00

Look up and open wide cause today we’re talking about CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF MEATBALLS w/ Brad Carl and Sammy Obeid. Bon appetit! Advertise on Bad Science via Gumball.fmLearn more about your ad c...

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HARRY POTTER AND THE CHAMBER OF SECRETS w/ Dr. Dany Spencer Adams and Ryan Barton from 2021-02-02T08:00

Hey Wizards! Hop through the brick wall and come on back to Hogwartz because we're discussing HARRY POTTER AND THE CHAMBER OF SECRETS w/ Dr. Dany Spencer Adams and Ryan Barton! Advertise on Bad Sc...

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GATTACA w/ Dr. Alex Dainis and Jessica McKenna from 2021-01-26T08:00

Want to change your eye color, skin cells, blood type, or height so that you can finally visit Titan?! This is the ep for you! Join Ethan and his two delightful guests Dr. Alex Dainis and Jessica M...

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AMONG US w/ Dr. Shannon Odell, RJ Thieneman and Aaron Bleyaert from 2021-01-19T08:00

When you play AMONG US, are you freaking out about lying or are you not freaking out enough?! We dive into the science of this fun game with Dr. Shannon Odell, RJ Thieneman and Aaron Bleyaert! Lear...

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PARASITE w/ Robert Henderson and Julia Lindon from 2021-01-12T08:00

Billionaires and fleas on the same podcast? What's it about? The worst stuff on Earth?! No, it's about the Academy award winning film PARASITE! Ethan discusses this masterpiece with Robert Henderso...

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MOANA w/ Danni Washington and Tom McGovern from 2021-01-05T08:00

If I get an animal tattooed on my back, will I become that animal in the next life? Get answers to important questions like that and more on this episode about MOANA w/ Danni Washington and Tom McG...

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THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS w/Julian Huguet and Matt Taylor from 2020-12-22T08:00

Tis' the season to be SCARY!? Today we break down a classic holiday film, THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS w/science communicator Julian Huguet and animator Matt Taylor! Advertise on Bad Science vi...

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THE HITCHHIKER'S GUIDE TO THE GALAXY w/ Pallavi Gunalan and Alec James Milewski from 2020-12-15T08:00

Did mice create the Earth? Are dolphins squeaking to try and warn us about impending doom? These important questions and more will be answered as we discuss THE HITCHHIKER'S GUIDE TO THE GALAXY wit...

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WORLD WAR Z w/ Maren Hunsberger and Mark Smalls from 2020-12-08T08:00

Zombies AND Brad Pitt?! Sign me up! Today we break down WORLD WAR Z w/ Maren Hunsberger and Mark Smalls. You can't run away from this ep! Advertise on Bad Science via Gumball.fmLearn more about you...

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50 FIRST DATES w/ Dr. Shannon Odell and Andrew Orolfo from 2020-12-01T08:00

Remember that movie 50 FIRST DATES? If not, you might have one of the memory conditions we discuss on this show! We've got Dr. Shannon Odell and Andrew Orolfo to help us break it all down. Tune in!...

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FREE BIRDS w/ Lindsay Ames and Matt Miller from 2020-11-24T08:00

Today Ethan talks turkey with Lindsey Ames and Matt Miller because Thanksgiving is around the corner! Advertise on Bad Science via Gumball.fmLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/ad...

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SILENCE OF THE LAMBS w/ Dr. Brian Brown and Zach Broussard from 2020-11-17T08:00

Love eating and/or skinning people? Perfect! This is the movie/podcast for you. We've got two ol' pals on the show to break down this classic, Dr. Brian Brown and Zach Broussard! Advertise on Bad S...

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CHILDREN OF MEN w/ Dr. Lambourne and Steph Tolev from 2020-11-10T08:00

Things are totally not CHILL...dren of Men... in this movie... But we've got two amazing guests to break it all down! It's the mysterious Dr. Lambourne and Steph Tolev! Enjoy! Advertise on Bad Sci...

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KNOCKED UP w/ Dr. Staci Tanouye and Noëlle Horelik from 2020-11-03T08:00

Today we're breaking down KNOCKED UP with Dr. Staci Tanouye and Noëlle Horelik! If there's a funnier movie about pregnancy, let us know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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EVEREST w/ Dr. Sapna Parikh and Zac Garred from 2020-10-27T07:00

We've reached the peak of podcasting because we've got Dr. Sapna Parikh and Zac Garred discussing EVEREST! Grab your O2 and let's go! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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RAMPAGE w/ Cecily Breaux and Alex Dainis from 2020-10-20T10:00

The Rock + mutated animals?! What more do you want?? A podcast about it?!?! Ok, fine! We discuss RAMPAGE with Cecily Breaux and Alex Dainis! Tune in! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megapho...

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GEORGE OF THE JUNGLE w/Paul Goetz and Jordan Veasley from 2020-10-13T10:00

Watch out for that...podcast? But it's just audio...? Anyway, today we're discussing GEORGE OF THE JUNGLE w/Paul Goetz and Jordan Veasley! It's a jungle of fun! Is that a saying? Nope! Learn more ...

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SERENITY w/ Dr. Amy Lo and Veronica Osorio from 2020-10-06T10:00

Need to learn how to make jokes while engaged in sci-fi combat? Serenity is for you! Today we break it down with Dr. Amy Lo and Veronica Osorio! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.f...

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SHAUN OF THE DEAD w/ Timothy Verstynen and Brendan Steere from 2020-09-29T10:00

Zombies, romance, electro, and Simon Pegg? What more could you want?! We're discussing the amazing Shaun of the Dead with Timothy Verstynen and Brendan Steere! Get into it! Learn more about your ad...

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PATCH ADAMS w/ Dr. Priyanka Wali and Emily Catalano from 2020-09-22T10:00

Put on your red nose because today we're discussing PATCH ADAMS with Dr. Priyanka Wali and Emily Catalano! Just like the movie, we tackle a bunch of issues and try to have fun while doing it. Join ...

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GOOD BOYS w/ Dr. Tessa Commers and Lincoln Mondy from 2020-09-15T10:00

Good boys, good boys, whatcha gonna do? Wait, sorry, wrong movie. Today we discuss all things puberty because the film in question is the R-rated comedy GOOD BOYS! Hear from two amazing guests: Lin...

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HARRY POTTER AND THE SORCERER'S STONE w/ Marie Soledad and Dany Adams from 2020-09-08T10:00

You can actually fly on a broomstick?! Learn how and whole bunch more on today's magical episode about HARRY POTTER AND THE SORCERER'S STONE featuring two wonderful wizards: Marie Soledad and Dany ...

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WESTWORLD w/ Reggie Watts and David Eagleman from 2020-09-01T10:00

Worlds collide on this magical episode! Listen to the legendary combination of Reggie Watts and David Eagleman as they discuss Westworld! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adcho...

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GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY w/ Moiya McTier and Ever Mainard from 2020-08-25T10:00

How do they guard the entire galaxy? Get the answers to riveting questions like that and way more important questions on today's ep with Moiya McTier and Ever Mainard about GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY!...

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SAVAGE KINGDOM w/ Alex Cooke *Special Episode* from 2020-08-18T10:00

Some say Alex Cooke is an inspiration for spending two years in Botswana filming the National Geographic show SAVAGE KINGDOM...I say he's out of his mind. This dude sleeps next to lions all by hims...

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YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN w/ Tim Bono, KarenLee Poter and Cam Poter from 2020-08-11T10:00

This episode is presented in black and white but don't worry, it's an audio medium so you won't notice. We're discussing the classic film YOUNG FRAKENSTEIN with Tim Bono, KarenLee Poter and Cam Pot...

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SANCTUM w/ David Brankovits and Alice Wetterlund from 2020-08-04T10:00

SANCTUM is all about cave diving so I hope you will DIVE into this episode (Get it? Because of the cave diving thing? Oh you didn't need an explanation because it was obvious? Ok cool, my bad) with...

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FIGHT CLUB w/ Dr. Andrew Huberman and Aliya Kamalova from 2020-07-28T10:00

This is Jack's podcast. Tune in to learn all about beating people up while shirtless in a sketchy basement. Ok, not really. We discuss the neuroscience of FIGHT CLUB with Dr. Andrew Huberman and Al...

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DR. DOLITTLE w/ Dr. Evan Antin and Danny Jolles from 2020-07-21T10:00

Wanna know what your pets are saying? We crack the code as we break down DR. DOLITTLE with Danny Jolles and Dr. Evan Antin! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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SHARK TALE w/ Chad Wiggins&Natalie Smith from 2020-07-14T10:00

What if the mob lived in the ocean?! Find out on this episode about SHARK TALE with Natalie Smith and Chad Wiggins!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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TWISTER w/ Harold Brooks and Aaron Bleyaert&RJ Thieneman from 2020-07-07T10:00

Get sucked into this episode about TWISTER with Aaron Bleyaert&RJ Thieneman and Harold Brooks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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THE DAY AFTER TOMORROW w/ Dr. Tom Matthews and Aristotle Acevedo from 2020-06-30T10:00

Global warming can lead to global cooling?! Find out as we discuss THE DAY AFTER TOMORROW with Dr. Tom Matthews and Aristotle Acevedo! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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LOOK WHO'S TALKING w/ Kristina Uban and Justin Shepherd from 2020-06-23T10:00

Finally an episode about babies! Helping Ethan learn about these tiny, cute, precious angels is Kristina Uban and Justin Shepherd! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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THE LIFE AQUATIC WITH STEVE ZISSOU w/ Dr. Sarah-Jeanne Royer and Wil Fulton from 2020-06-16T10:00

Grab your beanie and glock because today we're discussing THE LIFE AQUATIC WITH STEVE ZISSOU with Oceanographer Dr. Sarah-Jeanne Royer and Wil Fulton. Check out Thrillist's Best Podcast here: http...

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ANT-MAN AND THE WASP w/ Don Lincoln and Dory Greenberg from 2020-06-09T10:00

You know what they say, two superheroes are better than one. Ok, no one says that but HEY, this episode goes big on really small stuff, so that's fun! We've the wonderful Dory Greenberg and Don Lin...

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THE LITTLE MERMAID w/Shannon Johnson and Anat Eshel from 2020-05-26T10:00

Under the Sea! Under the Sea! Down here the podcast sounds like garbage but at least it's free! Today we speak with Shannon Johnson and Anat Eshel about the Disney classic THE LITTLE MERMAID! Learn...

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THE HAPPENING w/ Evan Groover and Ever Mainard from 2020-05-19T10:00

Evan, Ever and Ethan! What else could you possibly want? Today we discuss what the heck happened in THE HAPPENING! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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CARRIERS w/ Dr. Pamela Douglas and Emilie Hagen from 2020-05-12T10:00

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JUMANJI w/ Alie Ward and Jonathan Morvay from 2020-05-05T10:00

Step into JUMANJI with Jonathan Morvay and Alie Ward. Plus a special intro with Rhys Darby! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES w/ Brian Fisher and Drew Miller from 2020-04-28T10:00

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FERNGULLY w/ Dr. Rae Wynn Grant and Rosebud Baker from 2020-04-21T10:00

We gotta stop being FernDUMMIES and start saving the rainforest! We break down FERNGULLY today with two amazing guests: Rosebud Baker and Dr, Rae Wynn-Grant. Check out Rae on the new Nat Geo show B...

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PASSENGERS w/ Jason Clark and Nrthview from 2020-04-14T10:00

Wait if they're the only ones awake... and they're the passengers... WHO IS DRIVING?! Find out on this fun filled episode with special guests Nrthview&Jason Clark! Learn more about your ad choices....

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HOMEWARD BOUND w/ Rocky Kanaka and Kylie Boardman from 2020-04-07T10:00

Can two dogs and a cat find their way to their owners? Can they outsmart a mountain lion?! The answers to these burning questions and many more await you inside this episode. Ethan is joined by two...

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CONTAGION w/ Maren Hunsberger and Greg Foot from 2020-03-31T10:00

Wipe down your phone and then click play on this fun-filled episode about our current pandemic! Maren Hunsberger and Greg Foot, the co-hosts of the amazing new Seeker podcast Surprisingly Brilliant...

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THE BOURNE IDENTITY w/Paul Goetz and Dr. Steve Ramirez from 2020-03-24T10:00

Why does Jason Bourne remember how to kick so much ass and yet can't remember his own gosh darn name?! And why can't I remember to fold my laundry as soon as the dryer dings? Answers like these and...

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Coronavirus check in w/ Aliya Kamalova from 2020-03-17T10:00

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THE ADVENTURES OF BUCKAROO BANZAI w/ Robert Hurt and Eric Jackowitz from 2020-03-10T10:00

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FAST AND FURIOUS w/Alonzo Bodden and Matt Farah from 2020-03-03T11:00

Accelerate into today's show because we're talking cars, engines, bikes, mods, scooters and more! We've got Alonzo Bodden and Matt Farah discussing FAST AND FURIOUS! Learn more about your ad choice...

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BLACK MIRROR: HATED IN THE NATION w/Emily Feld and Dr. Aaron Blaisdell from 2020-02-25T11:00

The only thing more exciting than robotic bees is finally getting to hear from our own associate producer Emily Feld! She's on the show today with our old pal Dr. Aaron Blaisdell (Professor of Psyc...

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SEVEN WORLDS ONE PLANET w/ Jonny Keeling and Addie Weyrich from 2020-02-18T11:00

How the heck do they make PLANET EARTH?! Jeez Louise I wish I could ask someone who has worked on it for 20+ years. Now THAT would be a crazy podcast. Well thankfully some sort of BBC genie has gra...

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SPIDERMAN: INTO THE SPIDER-VERSE w/ Tracy Marquez and Lauren Esposito from 2020-02-11T11:00

Need something fun and educational to listen to while you're jumping off buildings and interacting with beings from different dimensions? We've got you covered! Today we discuss SPIDERMAN: INTO THE...

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JOKER w/ Cara Santa Maria and Danny Palumbo from 2020-02-04T11:00

A superhero movie about the villain?! We're discussing JOKER with Cara Santa Maria from National Geographic's Brain Games and Danny Palumbo! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adc...

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READY PLAYER ONE w/Alisher Kamalov and Dominick D'Aniello from 2020-01-28T11:00

A podcast about VR?! I guess it really is 2020. Today we break down READY PLAYER ONE with two amazing people: Alisher Kamalov and Dominick D'Aniello (Senior Software Engineer at Mozilla). Enjoy! ...

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SEVEN WORLDS ONE PLANET: AUSTRALIA w/ Dr. Emma Napper and Zac Garred from 2020-01-21T11:00

G'day! Today we have a very special episode about the brand new BBC show SEVEN WORLDS, ONE PLANET. Specifically the first episode which is entitled AUSTRALIA. We're so lucky to be joined by one of ...

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BLACK MIRROR: BANDERSNATCH w/ Jacob Jeffries and Dr. Dan Ames (Researcher at the Social Cognitive Neuroscience Lab of UCLA) from 2020-01-14T11:00

This episode is a CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE audio experience. At various points in the podcast you can choose to turn up the volume or even plug in headphones. It's a crazy upside-down mind maze! T...

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SULLY w/ Alec Owen and Dr. Alan Castel from 2020-01-07T11:00

America's Dad plays an American hero flying an American plane onto an American river? This might be our most patriotic show ever. Or our dumbest episode summary ever. Either way we've got two lovel...

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THE SANDLOT w/ Irene Tu&Dr. Jennifer Silvers (Asst. Professor of Developmental Psychology at UCLA) from 2019-12-10T11:00

If you love baseball, big dogs, and vomit then this is the movie for you! We're talking about THE SANDLOT today with two wonderful guests: Irene Tu and Dr. Jennifer Silvers! Join us and learn a bun...

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AIR BUD w/ Dr. Evan Antin and Zach Reino from 2019-12-03T11:00

Woof woof ruff ruff - don't speak dog? That translates to "We are thrilled to have Dr. Evan Antin (Evan Goes Wild) and Zach Reino (Off Book: The Improvised Musical Podcast) on the show to discuss A...

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PLANES, TRAINS AND AUTOMOBILES w/ Sean Tracy&Dr. Jeff Silverman from 2019-11-26T11:00

Happy Thanksgiving! Today we slice into the turkey, I mean, movie Planes, Trains and Automobiles! It's a comedy classic that is perfect for families to enjoy (except for that one scene...) and to h...

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LUCY w/ Jake Adams&Dr. Martin Monti (Psychology Professor - UCLA) from 2019-11-19T11:00

Want to watch Scarlett Johansson defy gravity, shoot people, talk like a computer and SCHOOL Morgan Freeman? You're gonna love LUCY! Today we've got Jake Adams and Dr. Martin Monti (Psychology Prof...

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ROGUE ONE: A STAR WARS STORY w/ Matt Jones and Dr. Andrew Rader from 2019-11-12T11:00

Two titans are in the studio today and— pew pew pew pew LOOKOUT! Whew, thankfully I'm really good at dodging stormtrooper laser blasty thingies. Anyway, I don't have much time so enjoy the episode ...

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TERMINATOR 2: JUDGEMENT DAY w/ Nick Mandernach and Dr. Avi Adhikari from 2019-11-05T11:00

You won't need boots, clothes or a motorcycle to listen to this episode about TERMINATOR 2: JUDGEMENT DAY! We've got two superb guests: Nick Mandernach and Dr. Avi Adhikari (Asst Professor of Psych...

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THE SHINING w/ Johnny Pemberton&Dr. Rena Repetti from 2019-10-29T10:00

Spending 5 months in an empty, snowed-in hotel? Download this podcast so you don't do anything...wacky! Today we chip away at Stanley Kubrick's groundbreaking horror film: The Shining! Ethan is joi...

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JURASSIC WORLD w/ Sophia Hocini and Dr. Alyssa Bell (Paleontologist - Natural History Museum of LA County) from 2019-10-22T10:00

If you like dinosaurs and running in heels, this is the movie for you! Today we breakdown JURASSIC WORLD for generations of humans to discover millions of years from now. Hope they still have podca...

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JAWS w/ Chelsea Frank&Dr. Daniel Blumstein (Professor - Dept. of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at UCLA) from 2019-10-15T17:41

It's everyone's favorite beach BBQ party movie - JAWS! But will you learn more about sharks or marmots during this episode? Listen to find out! We're thrilled to have travel writer Chelsea Frank, D...

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ETERNAL SUNSHINE OF THE SPOTLESS MIND w/ Winston Carter&Dr. Alan Castel from 2019-10-08T10:00

We finally tackle a film that's been requested since the launch of the pod! Ethan chats about the brain with Dr. Alan Castel (Author of Better with Age and Professor in the Department of Psychology...

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TARZAN w/ Addie Weyrich&Dr. Greg Bryant from 2019-10-01T07:00

You'll be in my heart...if you listen to this episode! Ethan sits down with Addie Weyrich and Dr. Greg Bryant (UCLA Professor and Vice Chair - Department of Communication)  Learn more about your ad...

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Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home w/ Brad Sulnitzer, Joey Orton, and Trace Dominguez from 2019-09-24T10:00

Traveling back in time to kidnap a couple of whales? No, you didn't accidentally take PCP, it's the plot of Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home! We break it all down with Brad Sulnitzer, Joey Orton, and ...

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ADAPTATION w/ Nadia Osman&Dr. Kenneth Chapin (Postdoctoral Research Associate at The University of Arizona) from 2019-09-17T10:00

A podcast about a movie about the guy writing the movie about a book about orchids?! YIKES! Sort this mess out with Nadia Osman and Dr. Kenneth Chapin! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megap...

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SAN ANDREAS w/ Dr. Men-Andrin Meier and Jeff Leach from 2019-09-10T10:00

Shake things up a bit and listen to this episode while drinking a milkshake? Or just listen how you normally do. Either way it's SAN ANDRES day so we're discussing earthquakes with Dr. Men-Andrin M...

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KONG: SKULL ISLAND w/ Marcos Gonzales&Natalia Reagan from 2019-08-27T10:00

What could possibly go wrong at a place called SKULL ISLAND? Find out on this wild episode with Marcos Gonzales and Natalia Reagan (Anthropologist/Primatologist). Learn about apes, gorillas and...s...

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INSIDE OUT w/ Marie Watschke&Dr. Megan Herting from 2019-08-20T10:00

Are there actually tiny cartoons in our brains?! Hear the answer to this burning question on today's episode about the film INSIDE OUT with our guests Marie Watschke&Dr. Megan Herting!  Learn more ...

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MAD MAX: FURY ROAD w/ Dallas Taylor from 2019-08-13T10:00

Take a deep dive into your ears with the host of Twenty Thousand Hertz, Dallas Taylor. We explore the amazing sound in MAD MAX: FURY ROAD!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adch...

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SIGNS w/ Danny Jolles&Dr. Douglas LaRowe from 2019-08-06T10:00

Put on your tin foil hats and leave a bunch of water around your living room because we're discussing SIGNS today! Learn about crop circles, the subsurface of the ocean and much more with Danny Jol...

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GODZILLA (2014) w/ Paul Goetz and Natalia Reagan from 2019-07-30T10:00

There's a ZILLAion reasons why you should listen to this episode! 1) Paul Goetz is on it! 2) Natalia Reagan (Anthropologist/Primatologist) is back! 3) You can finally let out your rage about the la...

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FIRST MAN w/ Mark Hadley&Amy Shira Teitel from 2019-07-23T10:00

Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the moon landing with this episode about FIRST MAN! We've got Mark Hadley and Amy Shira Teitel (Author and Space Historian) discussing everything from Gemini 8 to ...

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THE LION KING w/ Robin Tran&Dr. Aaron Blaisdell from 2019-07-16T10:00

Makuna Hatata! Learn all about lions, tigers, and hyenas (not bears) on this episode about THE LION KING with Robin Tran and Dr. Aaron Blaisdell (Professor of Psychology - UCLA).  Learn more about ...

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MEN IN BLACK w/ Karah Preiss&Dr. Rana Adhikari from 2019-07-09T07:00

Today we discuss a movie that was based on a hit song called MEN IN BLACK. We talk about aliens, quantum physics and AI. If you're listening in your car, do not press the little red button.  Learn ...

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BONUS! APOLLO: MISSIONS TO THE MOON w/ director Tom Jennings from 2019-07-08T19:01

Honoring the 50th anniversary of Apollo 11, National Geographic has premiered APOLLO: MISSIONS TO THE MOON and director Tom Jennings joined us to discuss the film.  Learn more about your ad choices...

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WATERWORLD w/ Jenny Jaffe&Dr. Kritsy Forsgren from 2019-07-02T07:00

Put down your beakers of urine and check out this episode about WATERWORLD! Learn all about gills, fish, Exxon Valdez and more with Jenny Jaffe and Dr. Kritsy Forsgren (Associate Professor of Biolo...

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MEMENTO w/ Alana Johnston&Dr. Aaron Blaisdell from 2019-06-25T10:00

I was going to tattoo this episode summary on my chest but I think this might be easier for all of you to see... Anyways today we're breaking down MEMENTO with Alana Johnston and Dr. Aaron Blaisdel...

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PUMPING IRON w/ Jackie Tohn&Dr. James Hicks from 2019-06-18T07:00

Stop looking at your deltoids in the mirror for a second and check out this podcast about PUMPING IRON! Actually you can listen while looking at your deltoids so... carry on. We've got the delightf...

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RATATOUILLE w/ Thomas Lennon&Dr. Jim Dines from 2019-06-11T10:00

Help! Someone call Lt. Jim Dangle! Holy moly, he's already here?! YES! This week we are discussing RATATOUILLE with the one and only Thomas Lennon! Joining him is our old friend Dr. Jim Dines (Natu...

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AVENGERS: INFINITY WAR w/ Brandon T. Snider&Dr. Frank Macabenta from 2019-06-04T10:00

ALERT! Calling all indie film fans! We finally take a break from big blockbuster movies and cover an adorable micro-budget rom-com called AVENGERS: INFINITY WAR. We speak with author Brandon T. Sni...

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HONEY I SHRUNK THE KIDS w/ Ryan Barton&Dr. Benjamin "Max" Adams from 2019-05-28T10:00

Hey! Down here! Today we're talking about HONEY I SHRUNK THE KIDS with comedian/actor Ryan Barton and Dr. Benjamin "Max" Adams (Postdoctoral fellow at the Natural History Museum). Learn all about a...

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VOLCANO w/ Mekki Leeper&Dr. Laura Kerber from 2019-05-21T10:00

This week we're diving head-first into VOLCANO! Ouch! Our guests are comedian Mekki Leeper (Control Room) and Dr. Laura Kerber (Research Scientist at JPL). We touch on lava, magma, rocks, the 90's ...

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BONUS: Introducing Science Rules! with Bill Nye from 2019-05-16T10:00

Bill Nye is on a mission to change the world— one phone call at a time. On his new podcast, Science Rules!, he tackles the curliest questions on just about anything in the universe. Perhaps you’ve ...

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A BUG'S LIFE w/ Andrew Sarlo&Dr. Benjamin Adams from 2019-05-14T10:00

Climb into your favorite wooden fake bird because this episode is all about A Bug's Life! Ethan speaks with record producer Andrew Sarlo and postdoctoral fellow at the Natural History Museum, Dr. B...

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THE AVENGERS (2012) w/ Daniel&Jorge from 2019-05-07T10:00

Assemble... inside your car or gym or whatever and listen to this week's episode about THE AVENGERS! Ethan is joined by Thor himself! Oh sorry that was a typo. Ethan is joined by Daniel and Jorge o...

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STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI w/ Reggie Watts&Maggie Williams from 2019-04-30T10:00

It's our first birthday! Our Podversary! To celebrate we've brought back Reggie Watts to break down STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI with Maggie Williams (Systems Engineer at JPL). Tune in to learn about S...

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ANACONDA w/ Nicole Aimée Schreiber&Dr. Greg Pauly from 2019-04-23T10:00

Jump off a waterfall and right into a snake's mouth because this week we've got Nicole Aimée Schreiber and Dr. Greg Pauly discussing ANACONDA! It's an extra long episode for a movie about an extra ...

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OUTBREAK w/ Zoë Klar&Dr. Beth Lazazzera from 2019-04-16T10:00

Wash your hands and cover your mouth because we're diving into OUTBREAK! The wonderful Zoë Klar (The Jim Jefferies Show) and Dr. Beth Lazazzera (Associate Professor, UCLA) help us understand Ebola,...

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BLACK PANTHER w/ Adam Tsekhman&McCall Edwards from 2019-04-09T10:00

?BLACK PANTHER! One of our top requested movies has finally arrived via odd-shaped hover ship. Adam Tsekhman and acoustician, McCall Edwards, absolutely Kill...monger it on this ep. Learn about ane...

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ICE AGE w/ Eric Jackowitz&Laura Tewksbury from 2019-04-02T10:00

Learn all about Wolly Mammoths, Saber-Toothed Tigers (Cats) and so much more as we break down ICE AGE! The brilliant Eric Jackowitz and Laura Tewksbury embark on a freezing cold audio adventure int...

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HOSTILE PLANET w/ Guillermo Navarro from 2019-04-01T19:21:18

Academy Award winner Guillermo Navarro hops on the phone with Ethan to discuss his new series HOSTILE PLANET for a special bonus ep! https://www.nationalgeographic.com/tv/hostile-planet/  Learn mor...

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BEE MOVIE w/ Alex Berg&Dr. Boris Baer from 2019-03-26T10:00

This episode is sure to create a lot of buzz! Don't worry, we just fired the person who wrote that. Anyway today is all about Bees because we break down BEE MOVIE with writer/actor/improviser Alex ...

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THE SHAPE OF WATER w/ Steph Tolev, Misty Paig Tran and Kristy Forsgren from 2019-03-19T10:00

Light some candles and don't let the kids listen because this week we dive into The Shape of Water with Steph Tolev, Misty Paig Tran and Kristy Forsgren! Misty and Kristy are assistant professors o...

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AMERICAN PSYCHO w/ Tom Martin&Dr. Dean Mobbs from 2019-03-12T07:00

What's wrong? Can't get a reservation at Dorsia? Feeling guilty for attempting to feed a stray cat to an ATM machine? We've got the perfect pick-me-up! It's assistant professor of cognitive neurosc...

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STAR TREK II: THE WRATH OF KHAN w/ Nick Kocher&Dr. Robert Hurt from 2019-03-05T11:00

These are the voyages of the Bad Science Podcast. Its continuing mission: to explore strange films, to seek out new information and new silly jokes, to boldly pod where no one has podded before. To...

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SUNSHINE w/ Brad Silnutzer&Bobak Ferdowsi from 2019-02-26T11:00

For seven years I spoke with God and he told me to discuss SUNSHINE with JPL Systems Engineer Bobak "Mohawk Guy" Ferdowsi and Brad Silnutzer! We learn about solar power, heat resistant materials an...

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GALAXY QUEST w/ Laurie Kilmartin&Jeffrey Silverman from 2019-02-19T11:00

We are finally tackling one of the best Star Trek films ever, Galaxy Quest! Learn all about aliens, space travel and Tim Allen! Ethan is joined by the lovely Laurie Kilmartin and astrophysicist Jef...

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FINDING DORY w/ Jackie Kashian&Dr. Luiz Alvez Rocha from 2019-02-12T11:00

Just keep listening! Just keep listening! Today we discuss Finding Dory with the amazing Jackie Kashian and Dr. Luiz Rocha (Associate Curator and Follett Chair of Ichthyology at the California Acad...

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ARRIVAL w/ Jeremiah Watkins&Dr. Erin Debenport from 2019-02-05T11:00

Heptapods! Lend me your... ink! Today we break down Arrival with Dr. Erin Debenport (Associate Professor UCLA Department of Anthropology) and Jeremiah Watkins! Learn about linguistics and find out ...

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DEEP BLUE SEA w/ Zeke Nicholson&Dr. Chris Lowe from 2019-01-29T11:00

Chomp into this episode about DEEP BLUE SEA! Zeke Nicholson is here to break this killer film down with Dr. Chris Lowe (Professor and Director of the CSULB Shark Lab)!  Learn more about your ad cho...

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HER w/ Milana Vayntrub&Dr. Irma Ravkic from 2019-01-22T11:00

This podcast loves you and only you. We would never simultaneously date 641 other people... or would we? Today we discuss HER with Milana Vayntrub and Dr. Irma Ravkic. It's a fun conversation about...

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ROBOCOP w/ Moses Storm&Laduan Smedley from 2019-01-15T11:00

We promise this podcast won't glitch out and shoot you a bajillion times! It's a gentle discussion about ROBOCOP with Moses Storm and CPO Laduan Smedley. We strap Moses into a bionic arm and chat a...

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EX MACHINA w/ Mary Holland&Dr. Mohammad Pourhomayoun from 2019-01-08T11:00

Don't tell Siri you're listening to this! Today we discuss Ex Machina and all things AI with Mary Holland and w/ Dr. Mohammad Pourhomayoun, Asst Professor of Computer Science at Cal State LA.  Lear...

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2018 Fan-Filled Fanfare from 2019-01-01T11:00

Since we have received so many wonderful emails this year, Ethan interviewed a few fans for a special bonus episode. Happy New Year! Stay hungry for knowledge and thirsty for water!  Learn more abo...

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HOME ALONE w/ Josh Adam Meyers&Arjan Gower from 2018-12-25T11:00

Merry Christmas ya filthy animals! We're doing the classic pain-driven Christmas classic, HOME ALONE! Tune in to learn some health tips from Dr. Arjan Gower and find out what kind of weird blue alg...

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MEAN GIRLS w/ Blair Socci&Dr. Norma Mendoza-Denton from 2018-12-18T11:00

This episode is so fetch! If you don't listen to it, we're writing your name in the burn book with the caption "Smells like a skunk's butt"! We discuss Mean Girls with Blair Socci and Dr. Norma Men...

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APOLLO 13 w/ Heather Pasternak&Amy Shira Teitel from 2018-12-11T11:00

Other podcasts might discuss Apollo 1 or if they're really brazen, Apollo 8. Here at BS HQ we decided to go all out and analyze Apollo 13!!! With the help of Author/Space Historian Amy Shira Teitel...

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DAWN OF THE DEAD (2004) w/ Joe Kwaczala&Dr. Michael Harris from 2018-12-04T14:43

Hope you're ready to die of laughter and come back to life way uglier because this week it's DAWN OF THE DEAD (2004)! We've got Joe Kwaczala and Assistant Professor of Integrative Physiology and Ne...

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FREE WILLY w/ Rick Overton&Dr. Gwen Goodmanlowe from 2018-11-27T11:00

Are you equally into killer whales and Michael Jackson? This is the episode for you! We're talking about FREE WILLY with Rick Overton and Marine Biologist Dr. Gwen Goodmanlowe from Cal State Long B...

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STAR WARS: RETURN OF THE JEDI w/ Andy Kindler&Dr. Varoujan Gorjian from 2018-11-20T11:00

Listen you must! Today is our special 30th episode Star Wars spectacular! Obviously we do a Star Wars film every 30 episodes and this time we've got legendary comedian Andy Kindler joined by JPL As...

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CONTACT w/ Scott Thompson&Dr. Paul Sutter from 2018-11-13T11:00

An entire podcast about a replacement for glasses?! NO! It's the movie Contact, not contact lenses. We've got sketch comedy legend Scott Thompson (The Kids in the Hall) and Agent To The Stars, Dr. ...

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A QUIET PLACE w/ Mekki Leeper&Dr. Peter Ivory from 2018-11-06T11:00

Shhh don't play this podcast over any speakers because we're breaking down A QUIET PLACE. We've got comedian Mekki Leeper and Professor of Audiology at Cal State LA Dr. Peter Ivory on the show. We ...

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IT (2017) w/ Horny 4 Horror Podcast&Dr. Dean Mobbs from 2018-10-30T10:00

Just in case Halloween Eve isn't the spookiest night of the year... we're discussing IT and by IT we mean the science of fear and the movie IT based on the book IT! IT'S AWESOME! We've got the amaz...

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THE MARTIAN w/ Neel Nanda&Dr. Bethany Ehlmann from 2018-10-23T10:00

The most requested film in Bad Science history has arrived... THE MARTIAN! Neel Nanda and Dr. Bethany Ehlmann (JPL Research Scientist&Caltech Professor of Planetary Science) discuss everything from...

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GET OUT w/ Open Mike Eagle&Dr. Raphael Romero from 2018-10-16T10:00

Hypnosis, Racism, Deer, Freestyle Rap, and Drugs! What more do you want? Today we discuss GET OUT with Open Mike Eagle and Dr. Rafael Romero from the Brain Research Institute. Enjoy! Check out more...

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THE JUNGLE BOOK (1967) w/ Erin&Melissa&Dr. Jim Dines from 2018-10-09T10:00

Fun fact: This podcast episode is one of the top 10 Bear Necessities of life! Hear musical-comedy duo Erin&MeLissa and Dr. Jim Dines (Mammalogy Collections Manager at the Los Angeles Natural Histor...

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INCEPTION w/ Kim&Aliya&Dr. Raj from 2018-10-02T10:00

Don't sleep on this episode because it's all about Inception! Kim and Aliya are joined by Dr. Raj (Pulmonary, Critical Care&Sleep Specialist at Keck Medicine of USC) to dive deep into your dreams! ...

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LAKE PLACID w/ Zach Noe Towers&Dr. Greg Pauly from 2018-09-25T10:00

Chomp chomp! We're talking Lake Placid today so don't lose your head! We've got Zach Noe Towers and Dr. Greg Pauly (LA Natural History Museum's Associate Curator of Herpetology)! Learn more about y...

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STARSHIP TROOPERS w/ The Cooties&Dr. Brian Brown from 2018-09-18T10:00

Good day Bad Science Mobile Infantry! Today we take down Starship Troopers with our old friend Dr. Brian Brown and The Cooties! Learn all about arachnids, mid-air mating and what "hold-on-to-my-tab...

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TOTAL RECALL w/ Brent Weinbach&Dr. Laura Kerber from 2018-09-11T10:00

No need to get your ass to Mars to listen to this episode. It's Total Recall with Brent Weinbach and Dr. Laura Kerber (Geophysics&Planetary Geosciences research scientist at JPL). We discuss everyt...

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BLADE RUNNER w/ Paul Scheer&Dr. Kathy Wei from 2018-09-04T10:00

Gather round humans (and replicants) for a special live episode with Paul Scheer and Dr. Kathy Wei! We discussed Blade Runner at the California Academy of Sciences. Write us your film requests/ques...

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GRAVITY w/ Nicole Calasich&Dr. Liz Warren from 2018-08-28T10:00

Dr. Liz Warren, Associate ISS Program Scientist for CASIS, floats some facts by us about what it's really like in space.. We learn about what it takes to be an astronaut, including pre-requisites, ...

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THE FLY w/ Byron Bowers&Dr. Doug Yanega from 2018-08-21T10:00

Today we talk about the superbly interesting (and disgusting) movie, The Fly with Byron Bowers and Dr. Doug Yanega. Learn about Yellow Jackets, Insect population, how to best kill house flies and m...

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THE BIRDS w/ Chris Fairbanks&Kimball Garrett from 2018-08-14T10:00

Get quacked up cause it's The Birds! The super sweet and ultra hilarious Chris Fairbanks joins Ornithology Collections Manager Kimball Garrett as we chirp about this Hitchcock classic. Learn about ...

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THE MATRIX w/ Julio Torres, Steven Castillo&Dr. Christoph Salge from 2018-08-07T10:00

Pick up the phone and get jacked into The Matrix! We had so much fun at Caveat NYC discussing this 1999 blockbuster smash with Marie Curie Global Fellow Dr. Christoph Salge and SNL writers Julio To...

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THE ABYSS w/ Kurt Braunohler&Dr. Douglas Pace from 2018-07-31T10:00

Take a plunge into The Abyss! We've got hot takes from submarine super-fan Kurt Braunohler and hot facts from Assistant Professor of Biological Sciences, Dr. Douglas Pace. We discuss the bends, und...

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LIMITLESS w/ Steve Hely, Dave King&Dr. Teagan Wall from 2018-07-24T10:00

Would you take a drug called NZT-48 if you had writer's block? Steve Hely&Dave King from The Great Debates podcast join us to discuss (without cognitive enhancers) the 2011 Bradley Cooper starring ...

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ARMAGEDDON w/ Riki Lindhome&Dr. Varoujan Gorjian from 2018-07-17T10:00

Garfunkel and OH MY GOD it's Riki Lindhome on today's show chatting about one of the most ridiculous films of all time, Armageddon! She's joined by our old pal, NASA JPL Astrophysicist Varoujan Gor...

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FINDING NEMO w/ Jackie Tohn&Dr. Misty Paig-Tran from 2018-07-10T10:00

Picking apart a Pixar picture ain't pretty, but that's exactly what this episode is all about. Uncover the hidden truths about Finding Nemo with Jackie Tohn (GLOW, A Futile and Stupid Gesture) and ...

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WALL-E w/ Ian Abramson&Dr. James Hicks from 2018-07-03T10:00

Get up off your hover chairs because we've got Dr. James Hicks, the science advisor for Wall-E, chatting with the hilarious Ian Abramson about Wall-E! We discuss sound design, what happens to human...

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STAR TREK w/ Trace Dominguez&Dr. Tammy Ma from 2018-06-26T10:00

Live long and podcast! Today we warp into Star Trek with Seeker star Trace Dominguez (@tracedominguez) and Plasma Physicist Tammy Ma of the National Ignition Facility. We talk about lasers, fusion...

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JURASSIC PARK w/ Scott Rogowsky&Alyssa Bell from 2018-06-19T10:00

Scott "Quiz Daddy" Rogowsky (HQ Trivia) and Paleontologist Dr. Alyssa Bell (Natural History Museum of LA County) discuss JURASSIC PARK! We learn about DNA, Dinosaurs, and Scott joins Ethan for a Ve...

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INTERSTELLAR w/ Dan Levy&Dr. Varoujan Gorjian from 2018-06-12T10:00

Join us as we investigate the instant classic INTERSTELLAR with Dan Levy (The Goldbergs) and JPL Research Scientist Varoujan Gorjian! We break down everything from black holes to Michael Caine's aw...

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PACIFIC RIM w/ Jon Gabrus&Mara Tsudis from 2018-06-05T10:00

Our guests Jon Gabrus (HIGH AND MIGHTY Podcast) and Mara Tsudis (Construction Engineer) become drift compatible as we discuss PACIFIC RIM! We discuss all aspects of giant machinery and Jon displays...

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ANT-MAN w/ Jessica McKenna&Spiro Michalakis from 2018-05-29T10:00

Quantum queries galore on this episode because we put ANT-MAN under the microscope with Jessica McKenna (Off-Book Podcast) and Marvel’s leading science supervisor Spiro Michalakis! We discuss entan...

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HARRY AND THE HENDERSONS w/ Kassem G&Natalia Reagan from 2018-05-22T10:00

Ethan learns from comedian and self-proclaimed bigfoot expert Kassem G (BACKSEAT COMICS, youtube.com/kassemg) and actually-acclaimed bigfoot expert and primatologist Natalia Reagan (Spike TV's 10 M...

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ALIEN w/ Jessimae Peluso and Dr, Brian Brown from 2018-05-15T10:00

Could the alien from ALIEN really exist? Ethan sits down with comedian Jessimae Peluso (GIRL CODE, HIGHLARIOUS PODCAST, SHARP TONGUE PODCAST), and Dr. Brian Brown (Head of the Natural History Museu...

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BACK TO THE FUTURE w/ Doug Benson, Dr. Robert Hurt and Dr. Christoph Uhlemann from 2018-05-08T10:00

Calling all time travelers! In this episode, Ethan sits down with comedian Doug Benson (DOUG LOVES MOVIES, GETTING DOUG WITH HIGH, SUPER HIGH ME), and physicist Robert Hurt (IPAC) and string theori...

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STAR WARS: THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK w/ Reggie Watts&Emily Manor-Chapman from 2018-04-30T22:55

Calling all padawans! For Bad Science: Episode I, Ethan sits down with Reggie Watts for an epic conversation with Emily Manor-Chapman, a NASA Systems Engineer, to break down the science of STAR WAR...

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What is Bad Science? from 2018-04-23T23:39

A weekly show by Seeker that puts popular films under the microscope, breaking down the science with the help of a comedian and a scientist. Be sure to subscribe and join us each week!Email us your...

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What is Bad Science? from 2018-04-23T23:39

A weekly show by Seeker that puts popular films under the microscope, breaking down the science with the help of a comedian and a scientist. Be sure to subscribe and join us each week!Email us your...

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What is Bad Science? from 2018-04-23T23:39

A weekly show by Seeker that puts popular films under the microscope, breaking down the science with the help of a comedian and a scientist. Be sure to subscribe and join us each week!Email us your...

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