Exolore: facts-based fictional worldbuilding

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

- Editing: Mischa Stanton, https://www.mischastanton.com/

ABOUT US

How would you like to swim in an ocean ruled by matriarchal squid, or fly over a planet as it rotates with a swarm of migrating wasps? No, it's not the latest VR craze (... yet); it's Exolore! Exolore helps you imagine other worlds with the help of facts and science. Every other week, host Dr. Moiya McTier invites experts to build a world from scratch or sits down with a fiction fan to dive deep into their favorite worlds. Every episode will make you laugh, go "huh?" and appreciate how special our world really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

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Building Monsters with Dr. Emily Zarka Nov 03, 2022

Monster Expert Dr. Emily Zarka joins Moiya to talk about the origins of monster myths! Together, they conjure up some spooky monsters to inhabit three previously built Exolore worlds.

HOSTED by Dr. Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUEST

Dr. Emily Zarka is a professor, writer, host, and monster expert. Find her on twitter at @ZarkaEmily or on her website emilyelizabethzarka.com. Be sure to check out Monstrum and Fate & Fabled on PBS's Storied youtube channel.

MIDBREAK

- Get 10% off your order at inkedgaming.com with the promo code exolore!

- Listen to Queer Movie Podcast wherever you get your podcasts or at queermoviepodcast.com

- Order my book, THE MILKY WAY: https://www.grandcentralpublishing.com/titles/moiya-mctier/the-milky-way/9781538754153/

- BUY EXOLORE SWAG: store.dftba.com/collections/exolore

FIND US ONLINE

- patreon: patreon.com/exolorepod

- twitter: twitter.com/ExolorePod

- instagram: instagram.com/exolorepod

- website: exolorepod.com

- subreddit: reddit.com/r/ExolorePod

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

- Editing: Mischa Stanton, https://www.mischastanton.com/

ABOUT US

How would you like to swim in an ocean ruled by matriarchal squid, or fly over a planet as it rotates with a swarm of migrating wasps? No, it's not the latest VR craze (... yet); it's Exolore! Exolore helps you imagine other worlds with the help of facts and science. Every other week, host Dr. Moiya McTier invites experts to build a world from scratch or sits down with a fiction fan to dive deep into their favorite worlds. Every episode will make you laugh, go "huh?" and appreciate how special our world really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

World of Kissing Blimps Oct 20, 2022

Moiya is joined by Emma Puranen to imagine life on a world being flung away from its home galaxy. Together they create a species of social but selfish airbags who insist on living in the moment.

HOSTED by Dr. Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUEST

Emma Johanna Puranen is an astronomer, historian, writer, and PhD student at the University of Saint Andrews. Check out her list of fictional exoplanets and follow her work on her website emmajohannapuranen.wordpress.com or follow her on twitter at @spacesword13

MIDBREAK

- Listen to SPIRITS at spiritspodcast.com or wherever you get your podcasts

- Order my book, THE MILKY WAY: https://www.grandcentralpublishing.com/titles/moiya-mctier/the-milky-way/9781538754153/

- BUY EXOLORE SWAG: store.dftba.com/collections/exolore

FIND US ONLINE

- patreon: patreon.com/exolorepod

- twitter: twitter.com/ExolorePod

- instagram: instagram.com/exolorepod

- website: exolorepod.com

- subreddit: reddit.com/r/ExolorePod

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

- Editing: Mischa Stanton, https://www.mischastanton.com/

ABOUT US

How would you like to swim in an ocean ruled by matriarchal squid, or fly over a planet as it rotates with a swarm of migrating wasps? No, it's not the latest VR craze (... yet); it's Exolore! Exolore helps you imagine other worlds with the help of facts and science. Every other week, host Dr. Moiya McTier invites experts to build a world from scratch or sits down with a fiction fan to dive deep into their favorite worlds. Every episode will make you laugh, go "huh?" and appreciate how special our world really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

World with the Crystal Library Oct 06, 2022

Moiya and guest Evan imagine a world fit for a eusocial species. They talk about toxic atmospheres, bat wing anatomy, harmonic resonances, collective consciousness, and of course, crystal turds!

HOSTED by Dr. Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUEST

Evan J. Peterson is a writer and writing instructor. Find them on twitter at @EvanJPeterson or on their website evanjpeterson.com. Check out their upcoming class called Witches Are People Too to learn how to write well-rounded magic users into your stories.

MIDBREAK

- Get 10% off your order at inkedgaming.com with the promo code exolore!

- Sign up for a Multicrew pen pal at multicrew.club

- Order my book, THE MILKY WAY: https://www.grandcentralpublishing.com/titles/moiya-mctier/the-milky-way/9781538754153/

- BUY EXOLORE SWAG: store.dftba.com/collections/exolore

FIND US ONLINE

- patreon: patreon.com/exolorepod

- twitter: twitter.com/ExolorePod

- instagram: instagram.com/exolorepod

- website: exolorepod.com

- subreddit: reddit.com/r/ExolorePod

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

- Editing: Mischa Stanton, https://www.mischastanton.com/

ABOUT US

How would you like to swim in an ocean ruled by matriarchal squid, or fly over a planet as it rotates with a swarm of migrating wasps? No, it's not the latest VR craze (... yet); it's Exolore! Exolore helps you imagine other worlds with the help of facts and science. Every other week, host Dr. Moiya McTier invites experts to build a world from scratch or sits down with a fiction fan to dive deep into their favorite worlds. Every episode will make you laugh, go "huh?" and appreciate how special our world really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Building Paleo Visions with Beth Zaiken Sep 22, 2022

Artist Beth Zaiken joins Moiya to talk about paleoart. Together, they answer questions like: How do artists work with museums to create gorgeous and educational exhibits about the ancient natural world? How has our understanding of the paleo world changed in the last few decades? And how does an artist decide what to include in the scene?

HOSTED by Dr. Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUEST

Beth Zaiken is an artist who designs exhibits for museums. You can learn about her wrk on her website bethzaiken.com or on twitter at @BZaiken. Check out her projects with Blue Rhino Studio.

MIDBREAK

- Listen to JOIN THE PARTY wherever you get your podcasts or at jointhepartypod.com

- Order my book, THE MILKY WAY: https://www.grandcentralpublishing.com/titles/moiya-mctier/the-milky-way/9781538754153/

- BUY EXOLORE SWAG: store.dftba.com/collections/exolore

FIND US ONLINE

- patreon: patreon.com/exolorepod

- twitter: twitter.com/ExolorePod

- instagram: instagram.com/exolorepod

- website: exolorepod.com

- subreddit: reddit.com/r/ExolorePod

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

- Editing: Mischa Stanton, https://www.mischastanton.com/

ABOUT US

How would you like to swim in an ocean ruled by matriarchal squid, or fly over a planet as it rotates with a swarm of migrating wasps? No, it's not the latest VR craze (... yet); it's Exolore! Exolore helps you imagine other worlds with the help of facts and science. Every other week, host Dr. Moiya McTier invites experts to build a world from scratch or sits down with a fiction fan to dive deep into their favorite worlds. Every episode will make you laugh, go "huh?" and appreciate how special our world really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

World of Timeless Slugs Sep 08, 2022

In this episode, Nick Perron, host of the Tabletopped podcast, joins Moiya to imagine a world banded with "time rate zones." They explore gravitational time dilation, x-ray protection, tops vs. bottoms, black hole myths, and mob mentality.

HOSTED by Dr. Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUEST

Nick Perron is an actor, writer, and host of the Tabletopped podcast. You can find him on twitter at @TheNickPerron.

MIDBREAK

- Get 10% off your order at inkedgaming.com with the promo code exolore!

- Listen to THE NEWEST OLYMPIAN wherever you get your podcasts or at thenewestolympian.com

- Order my book, THE MILKY WAY: https://www.grandcentralpublishing.com/titles/moiya-mctier/the-milky-way/9781538754153/

- BUY EXOLORE SWAG: store.dftba.com/collections/exolore

FIND US ONLINE

- patreon: patreon.com/exolorepod

- twitter: twitter.com/ExolorePod

- instagram: instagram.com/exolorepod

- website: exolorepod.com

- subreddit: reddit.com/r/ExolorePod

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

- Editing: Mischa Stanton, https://www.mischastanton.com/

ABOUT US

How would you like to swim in an ocean ruled by matriarchal squid, or fly over a planet as it rotates with a swarm of migrating wasps? No, it's not the latest VR craze (... yet); it's Exolore! Exolore helps you imagine other worlds with the help of facts and science. Every other week, host Dr. Moiya McTier invites experts to build a world from scratch or sits down with a fiction fan to dive deep into their favorite worlds. Every episode will make you laugh, go "huh?" and appreciate how special our world really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Who Is the Most Heroic Animal of All Time? (“Head Heart Gut” Preview!) Aug 29, 2022

Please enjoy this disruption to the normal Exolore feed! Exolore is a member of Multitude, an independent podcast collective. Together, all of the Multitude hosts make a friendly debate show called Head, Heart, Gut. This episode is a little taste of that show.

Welcome to Head Heart Gut, where the Multitude hosts argue about the best things using our head, our heart and our gut. This is a supercut of the first three Best AnimalHeroes episodes, featuring Julia Schifini, Eric Schneider, and Jazza John!If you want to hear the judgment episode of this section, or get access to the years and years of arguments — go to multicrew.club to join the Multicrew!

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Building a Political System with Andrea Jones-Rooy Aug 25, 2022

It's hard to build a world without thinking about politics. Who has power, what can they do with it, and what happens when political ties turn sour? Dr. Andrea Jones-Rooy is here to answer all of my questions about what makes a government.

HOSTED by Dr. Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUEST

Dr. Andrea Jones-Rooy is a political scientist, data scientist, professor, circus performer, and comedian. Phew! You can follow Andrea on twitter at @jonesrooy, online at jonesrooy.com, and on the podcast waves at Majoring In Everything.

MIDBREAK

- Listen to QUEER MOVIE PODCAST wherever you get your podcasts or at queermoviepodcast.com

- THE MILKY WAY is out now!: https://www.grandcentralpublishing.com/titles/moiya-mctier/the-milky-way/9781538754153/

- BUY EXOLORE SWAG: store.dftba.com/collections/exolore

FIND US ONLINE

- patreon: patreon.com/exolorepod

- twitter: twitter.com/ExolorePod

- instagram: instagram.com/exolorepod

- website: exolorepod.com

- subreddit: reddit.com/r/ExolorePod

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

- Editing: Mischa Stanton, https://www.mischastanton.com/

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to a different world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Building Amphiterra, aka Moist World with Roxy Valdez Aug 11, 2022

What if Earth was ruled by amphibians instead of gross hairy mammals like us? Roxy Valdez joins me in this week's episode to explain how they answered that very question with the Amphiterra Project. It's a ribbiting good time!

HOSTED by Dr. Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUEST

Roxy Valdez is an illustrator and designer who created the amazing Amphiterra Project. You can follow them on twitter at @bighugefrog and view their other artwork at bighugefrog.artstation.com.

MIDBREAK

- Get 10% off your order at inkedgaming.com with the promo code exolore!

- Listen to SPIRITS wherever you get your podcasts or at spiritspodcast.com

- Preorder my book, THE MILKY WAY: https://www.grandcentralpublishing.com/titles/moiya-mctier/the-milky-way/9781538754153/

- BUY EXOLORE SWAG: store.dftba.com/collections/exolore

FIND US ONLINE

- patreon: patreon.com/exolorepod

- twitter: twitter.com/ExolorePod

- instagram: instagram.com/exolorepod

- website: exolorepod.com

- subreddit: reddit.com/r/ExolorePod

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

- Editing: Mischa Stanton, https://www.mischastanton.com/

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to a different world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Building a Three-Parent World Jul 28, 2022

A sociologist, a biologist, and an astrophysicist walk into a zoom room and discuss what it would be like if everyone had three parents. Here's a hint: it gets complicated real fast. We discuss speculative science, the difficulty of large collaborations, mating types, and ~bedroom activity~

HOSTED by Dr. Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUESTS

Dr. Tamara van der Does is a computational sociologist who studies how environment shapes beliefs and identity. You can learn about her work on her website tamaravanderdoes.com and follow her on twitter at @tam_does.

Dr. Albert Kao is a biologist who studies collective decision making. Learn about his work and his lab at thekaolab.com and follow him on twitter at @albert_kao.

MIDBREAK

- Listen to The Newest Olympian wherever you get your podcast or at thenewestolympian.com

- BUY EXOLORE MERCH: store.dftba.com/collections/exolore

- Preorder my book, THE MILKY WAY: https://www.grandcentralpublishing.com/titles/moiya-mctier/the-milky-way/9781538754153/

FIND US ONLINE

- patreon: patreon.com/exolorepod

- twitter: twitter.com/ExolorePod

- instagram: instagram.com/exolorepod

- website: exolorepod.com

- subreddit: reddit.com/r/ExolorePod

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

- Editing: Mischa Stanton, https://www.mischastanton.com/

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to a different world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Building the Novel Factory with Katja Kaine Jul 14, 2022

Are you working on a novel and getting a little stuck? Well this episode is all about a software program that can help you through the process, created by fantasy novel writer who knows where all the roadblocks are. Katja Kaine joins me to share her writing tips and describe how she came to build The Novel Factory.

HOSTED by Dr. Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUEST

Katja Kaine is a fantasy writer and creator of the Novel Factory, a software that guides authors through the novel-writing process, from character sheets to query letters. Follow her on twitter at @KatjaLKaine and check out all of her work at katjalkaine.co.uk.

**SPECIAL OFFER**: Katja is graciously offering Exolore listeners 20% off an annual subscription to the Novel Factory! Use the coupon code "exolore" and get working on your novel!

MIDBREAK

- Listen to HORSE wherever you get your podcasts or at horsehoops.com

- Preorder my book, THE MILKY WAY: https://www.grandcentralpublishing.com/titles/moiya-mctier/the-milky-way/9781538754153/

- BUY EXOLORE SWAG: store.dftba.com/collections/exolore

FIND US ONLINE

- patreon: patreon.com/exolorepod

- twitter: twitter.com/ExolorePod

- instagram: instagram.com/exolorepod

- website: exolorepod.com

- subreddit: reddit.com/r/ExolorePod

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

- Editing: Mischa Stanton, https://www.mischastanton.com/

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to a different world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

World Breakdown: Buffy the Vampire Slayer with Sally Tamarkin Jun 30, 2022

Buffy the Vampire Slayer absolutely changed my life, and I know it impacted countless others as well. Sally Tamarkin joins me to talk about what we love and.... don't love about the worldbuilding in this beloved franchise.

HOSTED by Dr. Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUEST

Sally Tamarkin is a writer, podcaster, and sensitivity reader who has lots of thoughts on Buffy. Check out her website sally.gay or follow her on twitter at @sallyt.

MIDBREAK

- Join the Multicrew and listen to HEAD, HEART, GUT at multicrew.club

- BUY EXOLORE MERCH: store.dftba.com/collections/exolore

- Preorder my book, THE MILKY WAY: https://www.grandcentralpublishing.com/titles/moiya-mctier/the-milky-way/9781538754153/

FIND US ONLINE

- patreon: patreon.com/exolorepod

- twitter: twitter.com/ExolorePod

- instagram: instagram.com/exolorepod

- website: exolorepod.com

- subreddit: reddit.com/r/ExolorePod

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

- Editing: Mischa Stanton, https://www.mischastanton.com/

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to a different world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Building Smelly Scents That Smell... Smelly Jun 16, 2022

Mauricio Garcia tells me all about how perfumes and scents are made. We talk about surprising scent origins, sustainable perfumery, how perfumes match body chemistry, and the ways that smells connect us to other worlds.

HOSTED by Dr. Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUEST

Mauricio Garcia is a perfumer and aromatherapist. You can follow his amazing work and check out his delicious perfumes at herbcraftperfumery.com and sustainableperfumery.org.

MIDBREAK

- Listen to GAMES & FEELINGS at gamesandfeelings.com or wherever you get your podcasts

- Check out Dark Dice from Realm at darkdice.com.

- Take the Multitude Listener Survey at multitude.productions/survey

- BUY EXOLORE MERCH: store.dftba.com/collections/exolore

- Preorder my book, THE MILKY WAY: https://www.grandcentralpublishing.com/titles/moiya-mctier/the-milky-way/9781538754153/

FIND US ONLINE

- patreon: patreon.com/exolorepod

- twitter: twitter.com/ExolorePod

- instagram: instagram.com/exolorepod

- website: exolorepod.com

- subreddit: reddit.com/r/ExolorePod

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

- Editing: Mischa Stanton, https://www.mischastanton.com/

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to a different world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The World of Flying Fish Lizards Jun 02, 2022

A herpetologist and a conservationist join me to imagine life on a rainforest world. We decide it's run by a race of flying fish lizards who love community and pay for things with a toxic fruit.

HOSTED by Dr. Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUEST

Chelsea Connor is a herpetologist, birder, artist, and science communicator who shares a love of lizards with #DidYouAnole. You can follow Chelsea on twitter at @ChelseaHerps.

Camila Delgado-Montes is an ecologist who studies carbon sequestration in the Amazon wetlands. You can follow her on twitter at @cdelgadomontes and learn about her vital work here.

MIDBREAK

- Listen to Games & Feelings wherever you get your podcast or at gamesandfeelings.com

- Get 15 days free on Backblaze cloud storage at backblaze.com/exolore

- BUY EXOLORE MERCH: store.dftba.com/collections/exolore

- Preorder my book, THE MILKY WAY: https://www.grandcentralpublishing.com/titles/moiya-mctier/the-milky-way/9781538754153/

FIND US ONLINE

- patreon: patreon.com/exolorepod

- twitter: twitter.com/ExolorePod

- instagram: instagram.com/exolorepod

- website: exolorepod.com

- subreddit: reddit.com/r/ExolorePod

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

- Editing: Mischa Stanton, https://www.mischastanton.com/

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to a different world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Building a Business with Amanda McLoughlin May 19, 2022

Amanda McLoughin, CEO of Multitude Productions, tells me all about how to build a business from picking a name, to establishing a fair and ethical office culture.

HOSTED by Dr. Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUEST

Amanda McLoughlin is a podcaster, entrepreneur, and Forbes media luminary. You can follow her on twitter at @shessomickey and learn about the company she built at Multitude.Productions, where you can also find excellent resources for how to build your own company, especially if it has to do with making a podcast.

MIDBREAK

- Listen to SPIRITS at spiritspodcast.com or wherever you get your podcasts

- Check out Vast Horizon from Realm at vasthorizonpodcast.com

- BUY EXOLORE MERCH: store.dftba.com/collections/exolore

- Preorder my book, THE MILKY WAY: https://www.grandcentralpublishing.com/titles/moiya-mctier/the-milky-way/9781538754153/

FIND US ONLINE

- patreon: patreon.com/exolorepod

- twitter: twitter.com/ExolorePod

- instagram: instagram.com/exolorepod

- website: exolorepod.com

- subreddit: reddit.com/r/ExolorePod

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

- Editing: Mischa Stanton, https://www.mischastanton.com/

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to a different world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mike Schubert's Definitively Decided Best Exolore World May 05, 2022

Mike Schubert joins me to determine the best world we've built on Exolore. Direct any complaints or disagreements to Brandon Grugle.

HOSTED by Dr. Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUEST

Mike Schubert is a professional podcaster with a background in engineering. You can hear his voice on his five wildly successful podcasts including Potterless and The Newest Olympian. Follow Mike on twitter at @schubes17 and check out his work at schub.es.

MIDBREAK

- Listen to Queer Movie Podcast at queermoviepodcast.co.uk or wherever you get your podcasts

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CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

- Editing: Mischa Stanton, https://www.mischastanton.com/

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to a different world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Universes with Wacky Physics Apr 21, 2022

Dr. Chanda Prescod-Weinstein joins me to imagine different universes from scratch. What if the quark was more massive? What if the strong nuclear force wasn't so strong? It turns out the universe is a fascinating and delicate balance.

HOSTED by Dr. Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUEST

Dr. Chanda Prescod-Weinstein is a theoretical cosmologist, professor, speaker, activist, and author of The Disordered Cosmos. You can learn all about Chanda's impressive work on her website cprescodweinstein.com and follow her on twitter at @IBJIYONGI.

MIDBREAK

- Listen to The Newest Olympian at thenewestolympian.com or wherever you get your podcasts

- Get 15 days free on Backblaze cloud storage at backblaze.com/exolore

- BUY EXOLORE MERCH: store.dftba.com/collections/exolore

- Preorder my book, THE MILKY WAY: https://www.grandcentralpublishing.com/titles/moiya-mctier/the-milky-way/9781538754153/

FIND US ONLINE

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- twitter: twitter.com/ExolorePod

- instagram: instagram.com/exolorepod

- website: exolorepod.com

- subreddit: reddit.com/r/ExolorePod

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

- Editing: Mischa Stanton, https://www.mischastanton.com/

- Transcript by Iesir Moss

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to a different world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What even is the Wheel of Time? Apr 07, 2022

Where does the one power come from? Who can use it? Did Robert Jordan mean to have so many references to Irish folklore in his books? Professional TV critic Meghan O'Keefe joins me to answer these questions and so many more about the fantasy series Wheel of Time!

HOSTED by Dr. Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUEST

Meghan O'Keefe is a professional TV critic, writer for Decider, and a speculative fiction fan. You can follow her on twitter at @megsokay to hear her latest takes of all temperatures. And you read Meghan's articles here.

MIDBREAK

- Preorder my book, THE MILKY WAY here: https://www.grandcentralpublishing.com/titles/moiya-mctier/the-milky-way/9781538754153/

- Get 10% off your order at inkedgaming.com with the promo code EXOLORE!

- Listen to OUR OPINIONS ARE CORRECT wherever you get your podcasts

FIND US ONLINE

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CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

- Editing: Mischa Stanton, https://www.mischastanton.com/

- Transcript by Iesir Moss

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to a different world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Building a believable fantasy map Mar 24, 2022

This week I'm joined by Jess Khoury, a writer and fantasy cartographer, to discuss fictional mapmaking. We talk about how mountains don't bend and rivers don't split, the logic behind human settlements, and how to name your places. Plus, there are dogs.

HOSTED by Dr. Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUEST

Jessica Khoury is an author and fantasy cartographer who makes beautiful, believable maps. You can follow her on twitter at @jkbibliophile. Check out her personal work, including multiple YA fantasy books, at her website jessicakhoury.com. And you can learn about her mapmaking services at lizardinkmaps.com.

MIDBREAK

- Preorder my book, THE MILKY WAY here: https://www.grandcentralpublishing.com/titles/moiya-mctier/the-milky-way/9781538754153/

- Listen to Spirits on spiritspodcast.com or wherever you get your podcasts

FIND US ONLINE

- patreon: patreon.com/exolorepod

- twitter: twitter.com/ExolorePod

- instagram: instagram.com/exolorepod

- website: exolorepod.com

- subreddit: reddit.com/r/ExolorePod

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

- Editing: Mischa Stanton, https://www.mischastanton.com/

- Transcript by Iesir Moss

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to a different world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Cosplay as Worldbuilding Mar 10, 2022

Globally, cosplay is a multi-billion dollar industry. But what is it? How does one choose or make their cosplays? Guest Emilee is here to share her experience with us!

HOSTED by Dr. Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUEST

Emilee is a cosplayer who goes by the name Our Shield Maiden. You can visit her website ourshieldmaiden.com and follow her on socials at @ourshieldmaiden. Her website has plenty of resources for aspiring cosplayers/clothes-makers and a place where you can register to join her sew-along community.

MIDBREAK

- Get 10% off your order from Inked Gaming at inkedgaming.com/exolore!

- Join the Multicrew and get access to Head, Heart, Gut at multicrew.club

FIND US ONLINE

- patreon: patreon.com/exolorepod

- twitter: twitter.com/ExolorePod

- instagram: instagram.com/exolorepod

- website: exolorepod.com

- subreddit: reddit.com/r/ExolorePod

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

- Editing: Mischa Stanton, https://www.mischastanton.com/

- Transcript by Iesir Moss

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to a different world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Matrix Overview Feb 24, 2022

Are we in the Matrix? Is Zion in the Matrix?! Is Matrix: Resurrections a sequel or a reboot? How many messages can you fit into one movie? So many questions in this episode, and a special guest to help us answer them.

HOSTED by Dr. Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUEST

Mischa Stanton is an audio editing wizard and multi-media storyteller. You can follow them on twitter at @mischaetc and read about their work (including alllll of the podcasts they work on) on mischastanton.com

FIND US ONLINE

- patreon: patreon.com/exolorepod

- twitter: twitter.com/ExolorePod

- instagram: instagram.com/exolorepod

- website: exolorepod.com

- subreddit: reddit.com/r/ExolorePod

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

- Editing: Mischa Stanton, https://www.mischastanton.com/

- Transcript by Iesir Moss

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to a different world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Thick Atmosphere: Life Feb 10, 2022

This week we're imagining the life on a thick atmosphere world. We talk echolocation, cascadian black metal music, vision priorities, bat worship, acoustemology, singing dream sentinels.

HOSTED by Dr. Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUESTS

Dr. Kristen Lear is a bat conservationist, If/Then Ambassador, and National Geographic explorer! You can follower her on twitter at @BatsforLife and read about her Agave Restoration work with Bat Conservation International her website.

Future Dr. Laina Dawes is an ethnomusicologist and heavy metal fan. She wrote the book What Are You Doing Here?: A Black Woman's Life and Liberation in Heavy Metal. Follow her on twitter at @Lainad and check out her blog.

MIDBREAK

- Get 10% off your order from Inked Gaming at inkedgaming.com/exolore!

- Check out my new show for PBS Digital Studios, Fate and Fabled!

FIND US ONLINE

- patreon: patreon.com/exolorepod

- twitter: twitter.com/ExolorePod

- instagram: instagram.com/exolorepod

- website: exolorepod.com

- subreddit: reddit.com/r/ExolorePod

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

- Editing: Mischa Stanton, https://www.mischastanton.com/

- Transcript by Iesir Moss

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to a different world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

AMA 2021 Dec 30, 2021

You asked, I answered! We talk moon formation, grad school tips, my favorite dinosaurs, the ethics and logistics of terraforming planets, and so much more! Happy New Year, Exolorians! Every one of these sentences ends in an exclamation point!

HOSTED by Dr. Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUESTS

William Corbett is the future Mr. Dr. Moiya. He's not really online

MIDBREAK

- Head to inkedgaming.com/exolore and use the code EXOLORE to get 10% off at checkout

- Join the Multicrew so you can listen to Head, Heart, Gut at multicrew.club

FIND US ONLINE

- patreon: patreon.com/exolorepod

- twitter: twitter.com/ExolorePod

- instagram: instagram.com/exolorepod

- website: exolorepod.com

- subreddit: reddit.com/r/ExolorePod

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

- Editing: Mischa Stanton, https://www.mischastanton.com/

- Transcript by Iesir Moss

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to a different world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Thick Atmosphere World: Environment Dec 16, 2021

This week we're building the environment of a world with a thick atmosphere. We talk atmospheric escape, sound speeds, banana rocks, and loads more.

Don't forget to submit your questions for the upcoming AMA episode here: https://forms.gle/E3QUDWX6WGojwhHb7

HOSTED by Dr. Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUESTS

Shreyas Vissapragada is a PhD student at CalTech studying planetary atmospheres. You can follow him on twitter at @astroshrey

Dr. Andrew Morrison is a professor at Joliet Junior College and a physicist who specializes in musical acoustics. You can follow him on twitter at @achmorrison

MIDBREAK

- Get 10% off your first month of Betterhelp at betterhelp.com/exolore!

- Check out The Newest Olympian at thenewestolympian.com or wherever you get your podcasts

FIND US ONLINE

- patreon: patreon.com/exolorepod

- twitter: twitter.com/ExolorePod

- instagram: instagram.com/exolorepod

- website: exolorepod.com

- subreddit: reddit.com/r/ExolorePod

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

- Editing: Mischa Stanton, https://www.mischastanton.com/

- Transcript by Iesir Moss

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to a different world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Stargate Live Show Part 2 Dec 02, 2021

Two friends join me to discuss the worldbuilding of the Stargate franchise! We talk about bromances, ancient languages, and the military industrial complex. There's a blood sacrifice and a twist ending!

HOSTED by Dr. Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUESTS

Dr. Rob Frawley is a biologist and co-host of the excellent podcast, Facts Machine. You can follow Rob on twitter at @SweaterVestSci.

Eric Silver is a podcaster, D&D game master, and head of creative at Multitude Productions. Follow Eric on twitter at @El_Silvero.

MIDBREAK

- Head to inkedgaming.com/exolore and use the code EXOLORE to get 10% off at checkout

- Check out Queer Movie Podcast at queermoviepodcast.co.uk or listen wherever you get your podcasts

- Look for the Psychology Podcast with Dr. Scott Barry Kaufman wherever you listen to pods

FIND US ONLINE

- patreon: patreon.com/exolorepod

- twitter: twitter.com/ExolorePod

- instagram: instagram.com/exolorepod

- website: exolorepod.com

- subreddit: reddit.com/r/ExolorePod

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

- Editing: Mischa Stanton, https://www.mischastanton.com/

- Transcript by Iesir Moss

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to a different world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Stargate Live Show Part 1 Nov 18, 2021

Two friends join me to discuss the worldbuilding of the Stargate franchise! We talk about scientific notation, infectious disease protocols, ancient aliens, and the military industrial complex.

HOSTED by Dr. Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUESTS

Dr. Rob Frawley is a biologist and co-host of the excellent podcast, Facts Machine. You can follow Rob on twitter at @SweaterVestSci.

Eric Silver is a podcaster, D&D game master, and head of creative at Multitude Productions. Follow Eric on twitter at @El_Silvero.

MIDBREAK

- Get 10% off your first month of Betterhelp at betterhelp.com/exolore!

- Check out HORSE at horsehoops.com or wherever you get your podcasts

FIND US ONLINE

- patreon: patreon.com/exolorepod

- twitter: twitter.com/ExolorePod

- instagram: instagram.com/exolorepod

- website: exolorepod.com

- subreddit: reddit.com/r/ExolorePod

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

- Editing: Mischa Stanton, https://www.mischastanton.com/

- Transcript by Iesir Moss

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to a different world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Building Aeon 14 with Malorie (M.D.) Cooper Nov 04, 2021

Malorie Cooper invented Aeon 14, an epic sci-fi universe spanning 7,000 years; 50,000 lightyears; and over 100 books! Malorie and I talked about her sci-fi inspirations, astronomical geography, her favorite storylines, liberated futures, and how it's possible to write 100 books in 10 years.

HOSTED by Dr. Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUEST

Malorie Cooper is a NYT bestselling author and creator of the Aeon 14 universe. Start your Aeon 14 journey at aeon14.com and check out the book launch workshop Malorie and her wife are offering at thewritingwives.com

SPONSOR

- Head to inkedgaming.com/exolore and use the code EXOLORE to get 10% off at checkout

FIND US ONLINE

- patreon: patreon.com/exolorepod

- twitter: twitter.com/ExolorePod

- instagram: instagram.com/exolorepod

- website: exolorepod.com

- subreddit: reddit.com/r/ExolorePod

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

- Editing: Mischa Stanton, https://www.mischastanton.com/

- Transcript by Iesir Moss

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to a different world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

World of Migratory Wasps Oct 21, 2021

How might life be different on a planet without a magnetic field? I'm joined by an evolutionary biologist and a natural navigator to find out!

Buy tickets to the live Exolore recording here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/exolore-live-worldbuilding-of-stargate-tickets-172936366327

HOSTED by Dr. Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUESTS

Dr. Emeline Favreau is an evolutionary biologist working at University College London. She specializes in the social nature of insects, particularly wasps. Visit her website emelinefavreau.github.io

Tristan Gooley is an author and natural navigator. You can follow his work at his website naturalnavigator.com, and check out his latest book, The Secret World of Weather.

MIDBREAK

- Get 10% off your first month of Betterhelp at betterhelp.com/exolore!

- Check out Spirits at spiritspodcast.com or wherever you get your podcasts

FIND US ONLINE

- patreon: patreon.com/exolorepod

- twitter: twitter.com/ExolorePod

- instagram: instagram.com/exolorepod

- website: exolorepod.com

- subreddit: reddit.com/r/ExolorePod

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

- Editing: Mischa Stanton, https://www.mischastanton.com/

- Transcript by Iesir Moss

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to a different world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Building Cultures Oct 07, 2021

What does it take to build a fictional culture from scratch? How can you respectfully draw inspiration from real-world cultures? Two anthropologists join me to share their tips!

Buy your tickets for the live show on November 2 here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/exolore-live-worldbuilding-of-stargate-tickets-172936366327

HOSTED by Dr. Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUESTS

Dr. Carole McGranahan is an anthropology professor at UC Boulder. You can follow her work on her website.

Liam Gleason is a PhD candidate in evolutionary anthropology at ASU. You can follow them on twitter at @anthro_outlier and stay up to date with their work at their website. Liam also founded anthroillustrated, which provides free digital illustrations of diverse anthropologists.

SPONSOR

- Head to inkedgaming.com/exolore and use the code EXOLORE to get 10% off at checkout

FIND US ONLINE

- patreon: patreon.com/exolorepod

- twitter: twitter.com/ExolorePod

- instagram: instagram.com/exolorepod

- website: exolorepod.com

- subreddit: reddit.com/r/ExolorePod

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

- Editing: Mischa Stanton, https://www.mischastanton.com/

- Transcript by Iesir Moss

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to a different world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

I Was A Teenage Exocolonist with Lindsay Ishihiro Sep 23, 2021

Comic artist and game developer, Lindsay Ishihiro, joins me to talk about the thoughtful worldbuilding that went into the simulator game, I Was a Teenage Exocolonist. There are mushroom trees, inclusive romances, and five fascinating seasons.

We also talk about the importance of hiring sensitivity readers, so here's a directory (just one of many) where you can find people to help make your creative projects inclusive and accessible.

I Was A Teenage Exocolonist is being developed by Northway Games and will be published by Finji.

HOSTED by Dr. Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUEST

Lindsay Ishihiro is a comic artist and game developer with a background in geography! Follow Lindsay on twitter at @neomeruru and on Lindsay's website, chaoslindsay.ca.

SPONSOR

- Head to inkedgaming.com/exolore and use the code EXOLORE to get 10% off at checkout

FIND US ONLINE

- patreon: patreon.com/exolorepod

- twitter: twitter.com/ExolorePod

- instagram: instagram.com/exolorepod

- website: exolorepod.com

- subreddit: reddit.com/r/ExolorePod

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

- Editing: Mischa Stanton, https://www.mischastanton.com/

- Transcript by Iesir Moss

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to a different world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Building Languages with Jessie Sams Sep 09, 2021

Professional linguist and language creator, Dr. Jessie Sams, joins me this week to talk about how fictional languages are built. We talk phonetics, word order, bear languages, and so much more!

HOSTED by Dr. Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUEST

Dr. Jessie Sams is a language inventor and professor of linguistics at Stephen F. Austin State University. You can hear words she's made up on the show Motherland: Fort Salem. Follow her on twitter at @quothalinguist, check out her work on her website jessiesams.com, and find more conlang info and resources at langtimestudio.com.

FIND US ONLINE

- patreon: patreon.com/exolorepod

- twitter: twitter.com/ExolorePod

- instagram: instagram.com/exolorepod

- website: exolorepod.com

- subreddit: reddit.com/r/ExolorePod

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

- Editing: Mischa Stanton, https://www.mischastanton.com/

- Transcript by Iesir Moss

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to a different world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

M Dwarf Planet: Biology Aug 26, 2021

This week, we're focusing on the physical biology of creatures living on a planet orbiting an M dwarf star. We talk electric senses, lego crabs, and flying turtle jellyfish!

HOSTED by Dr. Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUESTS

Robert Ulrich is a PhD candidate at UCLA studying biomineralogy. You can follow Rob and all of the absolutely amazing things they do on twitter at @robertnulrich and online at robertnulrich.com. Oh and be on the lookout for their book, The hard Parts of Life, coming out next year.

Dr. Jimmy Bernot is a marine biologist and postdoc at the National Museum of Natural History. You can follow him on twitter at @JimmyBernot or online at jimmybernot.com

MIDROLL

- Get excited for Mike Schubert's upcoming podcast, The Newest Olympian (@NewestOlympian) coming in September wherever you get your podcasts

- Go to exolorepod.com/raffle for a chance to win a 1-on-1 worldbuilding session with me!

FIND US ONLINE

- patreon: patreon.com/exolorepod

- twitter: twitter.com/ExolorePod

- instagram: instagram.com/exolorepod

- website: exolorepod.com

- subreddit: reddit.com/r/ExolorePod

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

- Editing: Mischa Stanton, https://www.mischastanton.com/

- Transcript by Iesir Moss

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to a different world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

M Dwarf Planet: Environment Jul 29, 2021

This week, we're focusing on the physical environment of a planet orbiting an M dwarf star. We talk plate tectonics, atmospheric loss, compact multi-planet systems, and how uranium makes things HOT!

HOSTED by Dr. Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUESTS

Dr. Wendy Bohon is an earthquake geologist, science communicator, and AAAS If/Then Ambassador. You can follow Wendy on twitter at @DrWendyRocks and learn about all of her amazing work on her website, drwendybohon.com!

Will Waalkes is a PhD candidate in astronomy at UC Boulder who specializes in characterizing planets around M dwarf stars. You can check out his work on his website will-waalkes.github.io

MIDROLL

- Listen to HORSE wherever you get your podcasts, or at horsehoops.com

- Go to exolorepod.com/raffle for a chance to win a 1-on-1 worldbuilding session with me!

FIND US ONLINE

- patreon: patreon.com/exolorepod

- twitter: twitter.com/ExolorePod

- instagram: instagram.com/exolorepod

- website: exolorepod.com

- subreddit: reddit.com/r/ExolorePod

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

- Editing: Mischa Stanton, https://www.mischastanton.com/

- Transcript by Iesir Moss

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to a different world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Building Magic Systems Part 2 Jul 15, 2021

C.R. Rowenson is back to finish the magic system we started. We talk about runic magic systems, the recent supernova shortage in the Milky Way, and how Sky High is an underrated superhero movie.

HOSTED by Dr. Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUEST

C.R. Rowenson is a trained chemical engineer who's passionate about writing and building magic systems. You can follow him on twitter @ClarkRRowenson, find fantastic resources on his website crrowenson.com, and check out his Youtube channel. If you'd like to support Clark's book/worksheet (and get early access to the book when it's done!) check out his crowdfunding campaign here.

ADS

- Get $20 off your first box of Shaker and Spoon at shakerandspoon.com/exolore

- Listen to Join the Party wherever you get your podcasts, or at jointhepartypod.com

FIND US ONLINE

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- twitter: twitter.com/ExolorePod

- instagram: instagram.com/exolorepod

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- subreddit: reddit.com/r/ExolorePod

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

- Editing: Mischa Stanton, https://www.mischastanton.com/

- Transcript by Iesir Moss

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to a different world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Shadow and Bone with Julia Schifini Jul 01, 2021

Julia Schifini joins me to talk about the worldbuilding in Netflix's adaptation series, Shadow and Bone. We talk about catholic sainthood, mythical deer, explaining your magic system, and much more!

HOSTED by Dr. Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUEST

Julia Schifini is a podcaster, voice actor, mythology buff, and fellow fantasy nerd <3 You can follow her on twitter at @JuliaSchifini and check out her website juliaschifini.com to learn about all of the very cool things she does. And look for her mythology podcast Spirits wherever you get your podcasts.

SPONSOR

- Tab for a Cause: Raise money for charity by browsing the internet! Join the Exolore team tabforacause.org/exolore

FIND US ONLINE

- patreon: patreon.com/exolorepod

- twitter: twitter.com/ExolorePod

- instagram: instagram.com/exolorepod

- website: exolorepod.com

- subreddit: reddit.com/r/ExolorePod

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

- Editing: Mischa Stanton, https://www.mischastanton.com/

- Transcript by Iesir Moss

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to a different world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The World of Giant Touchy Arachnids Jun 17, 2021

This week we imagined what life might be like on a world where the appearance of the night sky changes every year. Get ready for some 8-legged fun!

HOSTED by Dr. Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUEST

Dr. Lauren Esposito is an arachnologist and assistant curator at the California Academy of Sciences. Lauren co-founded the conservation non-profit Islands and Seas and the visibility campaign 500 Queer Scientists. You can follow Lauren on twitter at @ArachnologyNerd and instagram at @arachnerds.

SPONSOR

- Inked Gaming: get 10% off your order at inkedgaming.com/exolore with the code EXOLORE at check out

FIND US ONLINE

- patreon: patreon.com/exolorepod

- twitter: twitter.com/ExolorePod

- instagram: instagram.com/exolorepod

- website: exolorepod.com

- subreddit: reddit.com/r/ExolorePod

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

- Editing: Mischa Stanton, https://www.mischastanton.com/

- Transcript by Iesir Moss

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to a different world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Building Magic Systems with Clark Rowenson Jun 03, 2021

Exolore is leaning more towards fantasy this week as C.R. Rowenson teaches us how to build magic systems!

HOSTED by Dr. Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUEST

C.R. Rowenson is a trained chemical engineer who's passionate about writing and building magic systems. You can follow him on twitter @ClarkRRowenson, find fantastic resources on his website crrowenson.com, and check out his Youtube channel.

SPONSOR

- Get $20 off your first box of Shaker and Spoon at shakerandspoon.com/exolore

FIND US ONLINE

- patreon: patreon.com/exolorepod

- twitter: twitter.com/ExolorePod

- instagram: instagram.com/exolorepod

- website: exolorepod.com

- subreddit: reddit.com/r/ExolorePod

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

- Editing: Mischa Stanton, https://www.mischastanton.com/

- Transcript by Iesir Moss

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to a different world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Building Soundscapes with Brandon Grugle May 20, 2021

Multitude's very own Brandon Grugle joins us to talk about sound design in podcasting!

HOSTED by Dr. Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUEST

Brandon Grugle is Head of Production at Multitude who has produced and sound designed absolute gems like Join the Party and Next Stop, plus many many others! You can learn more about Brandon's work on his website, brandongrugle.com. You can follow him on twitter at @BrandonGrugle.

SPONSOR

- Inked Gaming is offering Exolore listeners a 10% discount at inkedgaming.com/exolore with the code EXOLORE at checkout

FIND US ONLINE

- patreon: patreon.com/exolorepod

- twitter: twitter.com/ExolorePod

- instagram: instagram.com/exolorepod

- website: exolorepod.com

- subreddit: reddit.com/r/ExolorePod

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

- Editing: Mischa Stanton, https://www.mischastanton.com/

- Transcript by Iesir Moss

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to a different world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Building (Thorny) Games with Kathryn Hymes May 06, 2021

Game designer and computational linguist Kathryn Hymes joins us to talk about the games she's created and her process for making it happen!

HOSTED by Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUEST

Kathryn Hymes is 50% of the indie studio Thorny Games, where she makes games about language and cryptography. She is a multiple time Indiecade Finalist and Award Winner, has spoken at GDC, and delivered keynote addresses at gaming conferences. She is also a co-host of the Game Design Round Table podcast and a 2016 GenCon Industry Insider. Follow her on twitter at @chicalashaw

Search through the Thorny Games website to find Sign and Dialect and to preorder Xenolanguage!

SPONSOR

- Be sure to check out Machina, a new podcast from Realm Studios

FIND US ONLINE

- patreon: patreon.com/exolorepod

- twitter: twitter.com/ExolorePod

- instagram: instagram.com/exolorepod

- website: exolorepod.com

- subreddit: reddit.com/r/ExolorePod

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

- Editing: Mischa Stanton, https://www.mischastanton.com/

- Transcript by Iesir Moss

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to a different world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Worldbuilding and My Research Apr 22, 2021

In this episode, I explain what plate tectonics, stellar chemistry, and galactic dynamics have to do with habitability AND how I think they can be used in cool worldbuilding.

HOSTED by Dr. Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist. You can watch Moiya's public talk about her research on YouTube here.

SPONSORS!

- Inked Gaming: inkedgaming.com/exolore and use the code EXOLORE for 10% off

- Listen to Memory Lane wherever you get your podcasts

FIND US ONLINE

- patreon: patreon.com/exolorepod

- twitter: twitter.com/ExolorePod

- instagram: instagram.com/exolorepod

- website: exolorepod.com

- subreddit: reddit.com/r/ExolorePod

CREDITS

- Music: purple-planet.com

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, stephenjreisig.com

- Transcriptions by Iesir Moss at exolorepod.com/episodes

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to a different world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The World of Migrating Spider-Crocs Mar 11, 2021

What causes seasons on Earth? Our planet's axial tilt! But what might life be like on a world with no tilt at all?

HOSTED by Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUESTS

Maureen Kahiu is a Masters student of plant sciences at Penn State with a focus on turf grass pathology. She also has experience working as a golf course supervisor, a field dominated by men. You can follow Maureen on twitter at @MaureenKahiu.

Ferris Jabr is a science writer who has contributed to the New York Times and Scientific American. He's also currently writing a book about the coevolution of Earth and life! You can follow Ferris on twitter at @ferrisjabr and learn more about his work at ferrisjabr.com

RAICES

Learn about the Refugee and Immigration Center for Education and Legal Services (RAICES) at raicestexts.org. And you can donate to the Families Together Fund at raicestexas.org/ways-to-give/families-together-fund.

FIND US ONLINE

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- twitter: twitter.com/ExolorePod

- instagram: instagram.com/exolorepod

- website: exolorepod.com

- subreddit: reddit.com/r/ExolorePod

CREDITS

- Music: purple-planet.com

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, stephenjreisig.com

- Editing: Mischa Stanton, mischastanton.com

- Transcriptions by Iesir Moss at exolorepod.com/episodes

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to a different world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Worldbuilding and Tarot Cards with Saint Gibson Feb 25, 2021

Author and tarot theologian Saint Gibson joins me to share her creative process. We talk about the importance of setting up an atmosphere for your world and the many ways that tarot can help guide you in your creative journey.

HOSTED by Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUEST

Saint Gibson is an author and self-described tarot theologian. Her latest book, A Dowry of Blood is out now! You can follow Saint on twitter at @s_t_gibson and learn about her work on her website, stgibson.com. Check out her tarot reading business at holyrootstarot.com!

SPONSOR

- Shaker & Spoon: get $20 off your first cocktail subscription subscription box at shakerandspoon.com/exolore

FIND US ONLINE

- patreon: patreon.com/goastromo

- twitter: twitter.com/ExolorePod

- instagram: instagram.com/exolorepod

- website: exolorepod.com

- subreddit: reddit.com/r/ExolorePod

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

- Editing: Mischa Stanton, https://www.mischastanton.com/

- Transcript by Iesir Moss

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to a different world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The World of Queer Worms Feb 11, 2021

Apparently 99% of animals on Earth reproduce like ~the birds and the bees~ but what would life be like if you could make a baby with ANYONE, even yourself?

HOSTED by Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUESTS

Bri Watson is an archivist, historian, and knowledge organizer with a specialty in the history of sexuality. You can follow Bri on twitter at @brimwats and learn more about their (truly impressive back catalogue of) work at brimwats.com.

Alison Cerezo is a counseling psychologist and assistant professor of psychology at UC Santa Barbara who focuses on social and mental health disparities among LGBTQ+ communities. You can follow Alison on twitter at @acerezo and visit her website, dralisoncerezo.com. Nerds (<3) can read about Alison's research here.

Jimmy Bernot is a marine and evolutionary biologist at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. You can follow Jimmy on twitter at @JimmyBernot and read about his research and scicomm work at jimmybernot.com.

FIND US ONLINE

- patreon: patreon.com/goastromo

- twitter: twitter.com/ExolorePod

- instagram: instagram.com/exolorepod

- website: exolorepod.com

- subreddit: reddit.com/r/ExolorePod

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

- Editing: Mischa Stanton, https://www.mischastanton.com/

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to a different world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Worldbuilding in Pokemon with Eric SIlver Jan 28, 2021

Eric Silver joins us to answer my burning questions about the Pokemon world, and together we discuss the weirdest and world-breaking-est Pokemon.

HOSTED by Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUEST

Eric Silver is a podcaster, writer, and Head of Creative at Multitude Productions. You can follow him on twitter at @El_Silvero and visit his website: ericsilver.work. You can find his article about anti-semitism in D&D here: https://www.heyalma.com/dungeons-dragons-has-an-antisemitism-problem/?fbclid=IwAR0WbHAp3ESkNrVFQwXlIMAJ3CbhbphF_R7mNcjf5F46hT--XUc763ZgtS8

SURVEY

- Share your thoughts about Exolore with me and help shape season 2! Start the survey at exolorepod.com/survey

SPONSOR

- Shaker & Spoon: get $20 off your first cocktail subscription subscription box at shakerandspoon.com/exolore

FIND US ONLINE

- patreon: patreon.com/goastromo

- twitter: twitter.com/ExolorePod

- instagram: instagram.com/exolorepod

- website: exolorepod.com

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

- Editing: Mischa Stanton, https://www.mischastanton.com/

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to a different world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Building Characters with Morgan Sweeney Jan 14, 2021

In this episode, we talk about active empathy and character driven stories and we imagine our dream artsy grandma.

HOSTED by Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUEST

Morgan Sweeney is a science communicator and host of the Magic of the Mind podcast that blends fantasy storytelling and cognitive science. You can follow Morgan on twitter at @morgansweeneyyy and you can learn more about her work on her website.

FIND US ONLINE

- patreon: patreon.com/goastromo

- twitter: twitter.com/ExolorePod

- instagram: instagram.com/exolorepod

- website: exolorepod.com

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

- Editing: Mischa Stanton, https://www.mischastanton.com/

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to a different world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Thoughts on The Nightmare Before Christmas Dec 31, 2020

TBH this episode was mostly my excuse to talk about where holidays come from, but I do talk a bit about my worldbuilding interpretation of TNBC.

HOSTED by Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

SPONSORS!

- Tab for a Cause: tabforacause.org/exolore

FIND US ONLINE

- patreon: patreon.com/goastromo

- twitter: twitter.com/ExolorePod

- instagram: instagram.com/exolorepod

- website: exolorepod.com

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to a different world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The World of Civilized Dinos Dec 17, 2020

65 million years ago, a comet wiped out the non-avian dinosaurs on Earth. But what if we just... undid that? In this episode, we imagine what could have happened if that space rock had flown just a few thousand miles to the left.

HOSTED by Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUESTS

Dustin Growick is a dinosaur expert and science communicator who leads an awesome museum tour. You can follow him on twitter at @DustinGrowick and you can check out his Dino 101s with Atlas Obscura every Friday.

Amanda Rossillo is a science writer and PhD candidate in evolutionary anthropology at Duke University. You can follow her on twitter at @amanda_rossillo and catch up on her writing projects on her website.

SPONSORS!

- Brilliant: brilliant.org/exolore

- Inked Gaming: inkedgaming.com/exolore with the code EXOLORE at checkout

FIND US ONLINE

- patreon: patreon.com/goastromo

- twitter: twitter.com/ExolorePod

- instagram: instagram.com/exolorepod

- website: exolorepod.com

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

- Editing: Mischa Stanton, https://www.mischastanton.com/

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to a different world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Worldbuilding with Cassandra Hatton (Auctions) Dec 03, 2020

There's more to an auction than a loud man talking real fast. In this episode, Cassandra Hatton and I chat about Biggie Smalls, the importance of keeping your receipts, and secret societies, among other things.

HOSTED by Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUEST

Cassandra Hatton is a vice president and senior specialist at Sotheby's. She specializes in space artifacts, rare books and manuscripts, and hip-hop memorabilia (so cool!). You can follow Cassandra on Twitter at @the_lynx_eyed.

SPONSORS!

- Brilliant: brilliant.org/exolore

- Inked Gaming: inkedgaming.com/exolore with the code EXOLORE at checkout

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- twitter: twitter.com/ExolorePod

- instagram: instagram.com/exolorepod

- website: exolorepod.com

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

- Editing: Mischa Stanton, https://www.mischastanton.com/

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to a different world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

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Thoughts on Raised by Wolves Nov 19, 2020

Have you heard of HBOMax's new show set on the planet Kepler 22b? It's called Raised by Wolves and here are my thoughts. *NO MAJOR SPOILERS*

HOSTED by Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

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- Brilliant: brilliant.org/exolore

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- website: exolorepod.com

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to a different world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The World of Partying Birds Nov 05, 2020

Bird is the word on this rapidly rotating world. Harsh storms and flooded continents can't poop on this avian party.

HOSTED by Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUESTS

Katherine Hatcher is a chronobiologist at Albany Medical College who researches reproduction and puberty. You can follow her on twitter at @superchiasmatic and you can visit her website, kmhatcher.com.

Zak Martellucci is a museum educator who co-hosts VERSUS and Tales from the Museum, which has a show coming up on November 10! You can follow Zak on twitter at @ZakMartellucci and on instagram at @zzzzzzak

SPONSORS!

- Brilliant: brilliant.org/exolore

- Inked Gaming: inkedgaming.com/exolore with the code EXOLORE at checkout

FIND US ONLINE

- patreon: patreon.com/goastromo

- twitter: twitter.com/ExolorePod

- instagram: instagram.com/exolorepod

- website: exolorepod.com

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to a different world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Worldbuilding with Nina Lutz (through makeup!) Oct 22, 2020

Y'all, makeup is so cool! I've been sleeping on this whole category of products that can be used to affirm people's gender, create spooky sci-fi monsters, and protect people's identities during protests?! Nina Lutz is here to tell me what I've been missing.

HOSTED by Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUEST

Nina Lutz is a graduate student at the MIT Media Lab who uses computers to remind us to think of other people. You can follow her on twitter at @ninalikespi and you can learn more about her work on her website: https://www.media.mit.edu/people/nlutz/overview/.

SPECIAL LINKS

- Medling Adults: https://www.meddlingadults.com/s2e7

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- patreon: patreon.com/goastromo

- twitter: twitter.com/ExolorePod

- instagram: instagram.com/exolorepod

- website: exolorepod.com

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to a different world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Thoughts on The Mermaid, the Witch, and the Sea Oct 08, 2020

So Maggie Tokuda-Hall created this beautiful sea-centered world and then expected me NOT to talk about it?? Get ready for a discussion about how magic relates to linguistic hypotheses and why people have personified the sea for centuries. **contains spoilers**

HOSTED by Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUEST

Julia Schifini is a writer, historian, voice actor, and cohost of the podcasts Spirits and Join the Party. She's awesome and fun and you can follow her on Twitter at @JuliaSchifini. Check out her fiction birdwatching podcast, Who Watches the Birdwatchers.

SPECIAL LINKS

- The Mermaid, the Witch, and the Sea by Maggie Tokuda Hall: https://bookshop.org/books/the-mermaid-the-witch-and-the-sea/9781536204315

- WORLDBUILDING CLASS with AtlasObscura: https://www.atlasobscura.com/experiences/facts-based-worldbuilding-online-course

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- website: https://www.exolorepod.com/

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to a different world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The World of Social Dragonflies Sep 24, 2020

Astronomers recently found phosphine in Venus’ atmosphere, which indicates that there MIGHT be life there. Obviously, I couldn’t stop myself from imagining what that life could be like, and then this episode happened.

HOSTED by Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUESTS

Jazmin Scarlett is a social volcanologist. You can follow her on twitter at @scarlett_jazmin. You can read her blog at https://phdvolcanology.wordpress.com/. And you should watch out for her upcoming podcast, What On Earth?!

Marielle Pellegrino is an astrodynamicist and a PhD candidate in aerospace engineering at UC Boulder. You can follow her on twitter at @MissAerospace and you can learn more about her on her website: http://www.missaerospace.com/

Jessica Ware is an entomologist who studies dragonflies and damselflies. She’s an assistant curator at the American Museum of Natural History, which is now open at limited capacity! You can follow her on twitter at @JessicaWareLab and check out her website: https://www.jessicalwarelab.com/

SPECIAL LINKS

- WORLDBUILDING CLASS with AtlasObscura: https://www.atlasobscura.com/experiences/facts-based-worldbuilding-online-course

- Multicrew membership: https://multitude.productions/multicrew

- Antarctica installation: https://syrusmarcusware.com/past-projects-exhibitions/antarctica/

- self-contained Biosphere in Arizona: https://biosphere2.org/visit/what-is-biosphere-2

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- patreon: patreon.com/goastromo

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to a different world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude Productions, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Worldbuilding with Alison Luhrs Sep 10, 2020

Dungeons & Dragons is one of the most well-known role playing games in the world, but their methods for creating the game are a bit more obscure. I chatted with Alison Luhrs, the person who builds some of the worlds and writes some of the stories of D&D about how she does it.

HOSTED by Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUEST

Alison Luhrs is the Narrative Design Lead of Digital Publishing at Wizards of the Coast. She's responsible for making sure the worlds, storylines, and characters make sense together and are coherent with what's been written before. You can follow her on twitter at @alisontheperson

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CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

ABOUT US

Have you ever wondered what life would be like on a planet different from our own, or how writers create your favorite fictional worlds? Well, wonder no more because we have the facts for you! Every other week, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

Exolore is a member of Multitude, an independent podcast collective and production studio.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Crazy Delicious Review Aug 27, 2020

Have you watched the cooking show Crazy Delicious? I watched it and now I have thoughts!

HOSTED by Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

FUN REFERENCES

- Pareidolia, the act of seeing faces in objects: https://www.livescience.com/25448-pareidolia.html#:~:text=Pareidolia%20is%20a%20type%20of,the%20surface%20of%20the%20moon.

- Human brain response to stories: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2819196/

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CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to a different world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

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The World of Blind Nomads Aug 13, 2020

What would you do if you had two bony antennae sticking out of your head? Well, if you lived on this starless planet, you might use them to sense the world around you.

***There were some tech issues in the editing of the first 5 minutes (lol, this is what happens when you try to host, produce, and edit a podcast on your own), but it gets better after 5 minutes I PROMISE!***

HOSTED by Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUESTS

Mahadeo Sukhai is the world's first congenitally blind biomedical research scientist. He's also the Head of Research and Chief Accessibility Officer for the Canadian National Institute for the Blind. You can find him on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/mahadeo-sukhai/

Mona Minkara is an assistant professor of bioengineering at Northeastern University. She studies chemical reactions in the lungs. You can follow her on twitter at @mona_minkara or click the following links to learn more about her work:

Her website: https://monaminkara.com/

Her lab website: http://www.minkaracombinelab.com

Her Planes, Trains, and Canes series: https://planestrainsandcanes.com

John Furniss is a professional woodworker. You can learn more about his work (and buy his beautiful pieces!) at https://www.theblindwoodsman.com/ or follow him on instagram at @blindwoodsman and tiktok at @theblindwoodsman

HIGHLIGHTED CAUSES

- Empowerment Through Integration, an organization dedicated to changing the narrative about people with disabilities

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- patreon: patreon.com/goastromo

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to a different world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Worldbuilding with Sofia Samatar Jul 30, 2020

Olondria is a wonderfully complex and beautifully crafted fictional world created by Sofia Samatar, who was kind enough to answer all of Moiya's burning questions about her creative process.

HOSTED by Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUESTS

Sofia Samatar is a professor of English at James Madison University and the author of award-winning books like A Stranger in Olondria, The Winged Histories, and Tender. She's also written several short stories and poems. You can learn more about her and her work on her website: http://www.sofiasamatar.com/

FIND US ONLINE

- patreon: patreon.com/goastromo

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to a different world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier explores fictional worlds by building them with a panel of expert guests, interviewing professional worldbuilders, or reviewing the merits of worlds that have already been built. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The World of Watermelon Snow Jul 17, 2020

We're essentially hotboxing our planet, so let's take a fun little trip to a snowball world covered in ice! Let's just hope we don't get there during whaling season because have you ever smelled a beached whale? Neither have I, but I don't want to start now.

HOSTED by Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUESTS

1. Zoe Samuel is a writer and producer who now writes jokes for Google. You can follow her on twitter at @zoe_samuel

2. Elizabeth Case is a PhD candidate in glaciology at Columbia University. She helps improve science literacy through Cycle for Science and studies Thwaites Glacier, which is melting at an alarming rate. You can follow her on twitter at @elizabeth_case

3. Rob Ulrich is a PhD student in biominerology at UCLA and a co-founder for Queers in STEM. You can follow them on twitter at @robertnulrich

PATRON CAUSE

Michael wants to support the Baltimore Legal Action Team, a group that raises bail funds for Baltimore youths

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CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to an alien world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier invites expert guests to help her imagine life on an alien planet. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The World of Tiny Cannibals Jul 03, 2020

If you could eat one of your friends and absorb their strength and knowledge, who would you eat? That question might seem weird to you, but creatures on this world have to wrestle with that question every day of their lives.

HOSTED by Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUESTS

1. Crystal Ng is a marine biologist at Chapman University. You can follow her on twitter at @crystal_a_ng

2. Kylie Holloway is a self-designated "art bitch" and cohost of Nevertheless She Existed. You can follow her on twitter at @kylieholloway_

3. Alie Ward is a science communicator extraordinaire! You've probably heard her voice on her podcast Ologies and maybe even seen her face on Netflix's 100 Humans and Brainchild. You can follow her on twitter at @alieward

PATRON CAUSE

Michael Busch wants to support the Baltimore Legal Action Team, a group that raises bail funds for Baltimore youths

FIND US ONLINE

- patreon: patreon.com/goastromo

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to an alien world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier invites expert guests to help her imagine life on an alien planet. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The World of Freedom #BlackLivesMatter Jun 19, 2020

Black people in the U.S. have never been free. This world is a glimpse at what could have been without our brutal history of slavery and colonization. Hint: the whole world wins out, not just Africa.

HOSTED by Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUESTS

1. Nikita L. La Cruz is an economic geologist who studies ore deposits in Guyana. You can follow her on twitter at @nlecongeo

2. Jessica Marie Johnson is a historian of the African Diaspora at Johns Hopkins University. She recently published a book called Wicked Flesh that you can buy here. You can follow her on twitter at @jmjafrx

3. Susana Morris is an afrofuturist and professor of literature and media at Georgia State University. She's a co-founder of the Crunk Feminist Collective. You can follow her on twitter at @iamcrunkadelic

FIND US ONLINE

- patreon: patreon.com/goastromo

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to an alien world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier invites expert guests to help her imagine life on an alien planet. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The World of Matriarchal Squid Jun 12, 2020

In an ocean surrounded by a miles-deep sheet of ice, the lady squid reign supreme. Don't let their artsy mating rituals and inverted ice mountaineering fool you; they will rip your head off and throw it to the vents.

HOSTED by Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUESTS

1. Sarah McAnulty is a squid biologist and the executive director of Skype A Scientist. You can follow her on twitter at @SarahMackAttack

2. Cecilia O'Leary is an ocean ecologist who models the populations of fish! You can follow her on twitter at @GonzoScientist1

3. Kate Helen Downey is the co-founder and creative director of Caveat NYC. You can follow her on twitter at @katehelendowney

FIND US ONLINE

- patreon: patreon.com/goastromo

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to an alien world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier invites expert guests to help her imagine life on an alien planet. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The World of Dancing Seals May 29, 2020

The shape of Earth's orbit has NOTHING to do with our seasons, but what if there was a world where the orbit shape DID affect its climate? Apparently genital size on that world would depend on tooth size just like it does here on Earth... for some reason.

HOSTED by Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUESTS

1. Misha Grifka Wander is a getting their PhD in English at Ohio State University. They're the cohost of the podcast Big Dice Energy and you can follow them on twitter at @MishaGrifka.

2. Shannon Odell is a neuroscientist and comedian in NYC. She cohosts two different podcasts, Fun City Ventures and the Science of Self Care. You can follow her on twitter at @shodell

3. Kyle Marian is a comedian and former physical anthropologist. She introduces academics to the world of stand up comedy in her show Symposium. You can follow her on twitter at @kylemarian

FIND US ONLINE

- patreon: patreon.com/goastromo

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to an alien world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier invites expert guests to help her imagine life on an alien planet. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The World of Giant Mudpuppies May 15, 2020

The Moon's pretty great, right? What if we had a few more just like it?? Well, the amphibious creatures on this planet think the unpredictable tides and seasons are high prices to pay for a pretty view in the sky.

HOSTED by Moiya McTier (https://twitter.com/GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUESTS

1. Evin Grody is a zooarchaeologist who spends most of her time doing research in Zambia. She's studying historical relationships between humans and animals, so she knows a lot about bones. Follow her on instagram at https://www.instagram.com/evintheterrible/

2. Lev Raslin is an expert in business technology. He's the guy I go to if I have questions like, "so when is virtual reality reeeeeally going to be a thing? Follow him on twitter at https://twitter.com/DJLevitown

3. Ian Reed is a professor of clinical psychology at New York University. He very wisely stays off of social media.

FIND US ONLINE

- patreon: patreon.com/goastromo

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to an alien world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier invites expert guests to help her imagine life on an alien planet. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The World of Scarified Rodents May 01, 2020

Asteroids may bring pretty bling like gold and platinum, but they also make big dangerous booms! The rat-like creatures on this world have learned to cope in the dankest way with the fewest farts.

HOSTED by Moiya McTier (https://twitter.com/GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUESTS

1. Noah Guiberson is a getting his PhD in neuroscience at Cornell University. He loves puns and puts them to good use on his podcast Facts Machine! You can follow him on twitter at https://twitter.com/ArksAndSciences

2. Ryan Anderson is a planetary scientist at the United States Geological Survey. He literally gets paid to shoot lasers at rocks on Mars! You can follow him on twitter at https://twitter.com/Ryan_B_Anderson

3. Rae Richards is an illustrator, graphic designer, and musician based in NYC. You can follow her on twitter at https://twitter.com/DocR0cket

FIND US ONLINE

- patreon: patreon.com/goastromo

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to an alien world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier invites expert guests to help her imagine life on an alien planet. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The World of Shiny Turtles Apr 28, 2020

Can you imagine what your life would be like if a volcano erupted in your backyard every month? Well, you don't have to imagine because we've already done it for you, and it is a wild ride filled with rock-eating turtles with mean senses of humor.

HOSTED by Moiya McTier (https://twitter.com/GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

GUESTS

1. Thea Gessler is a getting her PhD in evolutionary biology at Iowa State University. She studies sex determination in turtles! You can follow her on twitter at https://twitter.com/theagessler

2. Mika McKinnon is a geophysicist who studies natural disasters up close, so she's basically the bravest person I've ever met. She knows all the best rocks to lick and you can follow her on twitter at https://twitter.com/mikamckinnon

3. Andrea Jones-Rooy has two last names because she's too awesome for just one. She's a political scientist, CIRCUS PERFORMER, and host of the show Ask a Political Scientist. You can follow her on twitter at https://twitter.com/jonesrooy

FIND US ONLINE

- patreon: patreon.com/goastromo

CREDITS

- Cover art: Stephen J. Reisig, http://stephenjreisig.com/

ABOUT US

Have you ever wished you could travel to an alien world? Exolore can help with that! In each episode, astrophysicist/folklorist Moiya McTier invites expert guests to help her imagine life on an alien planet. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll gain an appreciation for how special our planet really is.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Intro to Exolore Apr 27, 2020

HOSTED by Dr. Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist

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- twitter: twitter.com/ExolorePod

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- subreddit: reddit.com/r/ExolorePod

CREDITS