Sci-gasm

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Science's Greatest Journeys Jan 23, 2018

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In this episode Byrne welcomes Wade back from his travels with a tale or the greatest journeys in Science, and tries a new way to make money to help fund the podcast. The guys discuss Darwin's journey on the The HMS Beagle, Sir Douglas Mawson's trip to Antartica, and NASA's Apollo 11 mission to the Moon.Become a Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/Scigasmpodcast

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Sci-gasm's 2017 Snippets Jan 16, 2018

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Sci-gasm revisits some of the stuff covered in 2017. Listen back to a few of the interesting topics and fascinating people from the show and have a laugh with Wade and Byrne as they show you the funny side of Science. Thanks to all our listeners who inspire us to continually improve the quality of the entertainment and information we produce. We hope you have enjoyed our show so far and continue to do so! If you have any feedback, or if you want to tell us we were wrong (have citations), find us on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube

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You Were Wrong About Quantum with Dr Chris Ferrie Jan 09, 2018

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Dr Chris Ferrie joins Wade and Byrne for a second time addressing more of the most common misconceptions to do with quantum. In this episode they address quantum healing, quantum computers and quantum entanglement and in what is very typical with quantum, you are probably wrong about all of them.

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Checking in on the Fact Checkers Jan 02, 2018

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How many facts can a fact check check when a fact check can check facts? Wade and Byrne talk to Matt Martino from the RMIT ABC Fact Check to find out how professional fact checkers seek out the truth and how they ensure accuracy when communicating to the public. They also ask who is the most truthful and least truthful elements of society and if there is anything truly real in a post-truth world.

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The Complications of Conservation Dec 26, 2017

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Could hunting actually help save animal lives? Can zoos stop extinction in its tracks? Does the money you send to conservation organisations actually enhance biodiversity? Byrne explains to Wade how conserving the environment can actually be a more complicated science than most people realise.

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Busting Parenting Myths with Sci-gasm and a Science Mom Dec 19, 2017

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Many new parents are concerned about how to ensure their bundle of joy stays happy and healthy, but sometimes misinformation can lead parents to do strange things in the name of looking after their child. Wade and Byrne science some of the woo found online in mother's pages and Nat Newell comes on to talk about her new movie "Science Moms". Sci-gasm goes parental.

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What are Gravitational Waves with Professor Lewis Dec 12, 2017

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In this episode Byrne & Wade catch up with their favourite astrophysicist Professor Geraint Lewis to discuss one of the biggest advancements in Astronomy- the detection of gravitational waves. Professor Lewis answers the guys' questions on the who, what, where, when, and how regarding these latest discoveries gravitational waves.Become a Patreon of the show and receive a whole range of benefits: https://www.patreon.com/Scigasmpodcast

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You're Not as Good as You Think You Are Dec 05, 2017

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In this episode Byrne & Wade discuss how everyone has their own biases. The guys chat about why we do this, things to look out for, and how even scientists and skeptics fall into this trap too! Wade also explains what the the research suggests is the best way to change someone's mind.Become a Patreon of the show and receive a whole range of benefits: https://www.patreon.com/Scigasmpodcast

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Tales From the Grave with author, embalmer & funeral director Caleb Wilde Nov 28, 2017

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In this episode Wade & Byrne discuss with author, embalmer and funeral director Caleb Wilde about what happens to a body after it dies. The guys discuss the embalming process and how one goes about 'preparing' a body, as well as some complications that may occur.

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Skepticon 2017 LIVE with Cara Santa Maria Nov 21, 2017

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In this episode Byrne and Wade are live at Skepticon 2017 with Cara Santa Maria. The panel discuss when skepticism can become denialism, how the digital age has changed the way we interpret the news and all the usual laughs and jokes along the way.Become a Patreon of the show and receive a whole range of benefits: https://www.patreon.com/Scigasmpodcast

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