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    Comedy

    The Good, the Bad, and the Science

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

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    200th Episode! Mar 29, 2022

    This is our final episode. We touch base with a few scientists like Dr. Alyssa Bell, Dr. Dan Blumstein, and Dr. Alan Castel and say our goodbyes. Thanks for listening!

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    WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN YOU'RE EXPECTING w/ Dr. Shannon Clark and Josh Covitt Mar 22, 2022

    If you have a child or plan to, this is a must listen because we chat with Dr. Shannon Clark and Josh Covitt about What to Expect When You’re Expecting!

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    FINCH w/ Dr. Alex Young and Kira Soltanovich Mar 15, 2022

    Ever wonder what Castaway would be like if Wilson was a robot? Thankfully, there’s FINCH! Hear Dr. Alex Young take on it with Kira Soltanovich!

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    A BEAUTIFUL MIND w/ Dr. Dilip Jeste and Chuck Nice Mar 08, 2022

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    BREAKING BAD w/ Phil Cook and Matthew Broussard Mar 01, 2022

    Today we’re cooking up some pure blue…uh…podcast content because we’re discussing Breaking Bad with Phil Cook and Matthew Broussard

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    JACKASS w/ Dr. Adam Goodcoff and Cole Garrett Feb 22, 2022

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

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    DUNE w/ Julian Huguet and Justin Clark Feb 15, 2022

    Time to get your darn head outta the sand and listen to this episode about DUNE with

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    EVOLVE w/ Patrick Aryee and Will Poznan Feb 08, 2022

    Giraffes, frogs and fighter jets?! All of this and more is covered in this fun episode about EVOLVE with Patrick Aryee and Will Poznan

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    DON'T LOOK UP w/ Dr. Jennifer McGowan and Jeff Horste Feb 01, 2022

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

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    LOKI w/ Dominic Andre and Julian Huguet Jan 25, 2022

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

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    SQUID GAME w/ Dr. Richard Brown and Austin Rogers Jan 18, 2022

    I told them not to but Austin Rogers and Dr. Richard J Brown insisted on playing SQUID GAME so tune in to see how it went!

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    LOOK WHO'S TALKING TOO w/ Dr. Kristina Uban and Justin Shepard Jan 11, 2022

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

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    INVENTION OF LYING with Greg Bryant and Jacquie Brown Jan 04, 2022

    Today we discuss The Invention Of Lying with _and _ so listen to find out how to most effectively mislead those closest to you!

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    FROZEN 2 w/ Jeff Opperman and Jake Jabbour Dec 14, 2021

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    BLADERUNNER 2049 w/ Timothy Verstynen and Rebecca Delgado-Smith Dec 07, 2021

    Ryan Gosling, flying cars, and holograms?! What else do you need? Today we breakdown BLADERUNNER 2049 w/ Timothy Verstynen and Rebecca Delgado-Smith

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    THE QUEEN OF METH w/ Michael McDonell, PhD + David Cross Nov 30, 2021

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

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    THE LAUNDRY GUY w/Lucy Cotton + RB Butcher Nov 23, 2021

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


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    PUSHING THE LINE w/Garrett Lisi + Reggie Watts Nov 16, 2021

    High-lining seems impossible both mentally and physically. Find out what it takes as we discuss PUSHING THE LINE with Garrett Lisi and Reggie Watts!

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    RED PLANET w/ Ken Savin and Carla Toro Nov 09, 2021

    As RED PLANET has taught us, breathing on Mars is actually easy peezy no problemo. Ken Savin and Carla Toro break it all down on today’s episode!

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    CHOPPED 420 w/ Dr. Peter Grinspoon + Ashley Ray Nov 02, 2021

    What happens when you mix a cooking competition with weed? On this week's episode of The Good, The Bad, and The Science, we answer all your weed related questions and discuss the Discovery Plus original Chopped 420!


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    MYSTERIOUS PLANET w/Jeff Parrish + Andy Richter Oct 26, 2021

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


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    SNOWPIERCER w/ Dr. Sammy Ramsey and Murahd Shawki Oct 19, 2021

    Grab some insect-filled protein blocks and check out this episode about SNOWPIERCER with Dr. Sammy Ramsey and Murahd Shawki

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    BEYOND BORDERS w/Sabrina Thompson + Jon Glaser Oct 12, 2021

    Tune into today's episode where we discuss the Discovery + original Beyond Boarders!


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    NAKED AND AFRAID OF LOVE w/ Steve Cirbus + Sydnee Washington Oct 05, 2021

    Dating is hard enough, but try being naked, on an island with 15 strangers all looking for love! On this episode of The Good, The Bad, and The Science, we are discussing the Discovery + original NAKED AND AFRAID OF LOVE. We talk about surviving the elements, and dating disasters!


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    STAR TREK VI: THE UNDISCOVERED COUNTRY w/ Dr. Andrew Rader & Kyle June Williams Sep 28, 2021

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

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    DR. PIMPLE POPPER w/ Dr. Loretta Ciraldo + Jackie Johnson Sep 21, 2021

    Dr. Pimple Popper needs no introduction. You've probably seen Dr. Lee's viral videos all over the internet of her removing some of the craziest skin growths you've ever seen. On this episode of The Good, The Bad, and The Science, we talk all things pimples, skin, and dermatology with Dr. Loretta Ciraldo and Jackie Johnson. Tune in to learn some awesome skin facts as we discuss the Discovery + original DR. PIMPLE POPPER.


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    CHASING OCEAN GIANTS w/Charlie Young and Todd Barry Sep 14, 2021

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


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    MEET THE MEERKATS w/ Tim Clutton-Brock + Jackie Tohn Sep 07, 2021

    If Timone from Lion King is the only Meerkat you've heard of, then stop what you're doing and listen to this week's episode of The Good, The Bad and The Science right now! On this week's episode we talk to Tim Clutton-Nrock and Jackie Tohn all about the Discovery + series MEET THE MEERKATS! We discuss the illegal wildlife trade, and celebrate as the Meerkats are returned to their homes.

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    JUDI DENCH'S WILD BORNEO ADVENTURE w/ Eddie Game and Baron Vaughn Aug 31, 2021

    Did you know Judi Dench has adopted 3 Orangutans? Did you know that a centipede can kill a human? On this episode of The Good, The Bad, and The Science, we are joined by biologist, Eddie Game, and actor/comedian/writer, Baron Vaughn, to discuss these questions and more in the Discovery+ original JUDI DENCH’S WILD BORNEO ADVENTURE.

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    BATTLEBOTS: BOUNTY HUNTERS w/ Chris Atkeson and Atsuko Okatsuka Aug 24, 2021

    Would you trust Alexa to babysit your kids? Are robots taking over the world? On this episode of The Good, The Bad, and The Science, we answer those questions and deep dive into all the mechanics and realities of the battlebots from the Discovery+ original BATTLEBOTS: BOUNTY HUNTERS. Listen now to hear what robotics engineer, Chris Atkeson, and actor/comedian/writer, Atsuko Okatsuka have to say about Battlebots!


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    ATTACK OF THE MURDER HORNETS w/ Greg Proops and Chris Helzer Aug 17, 2021

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


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    HOMEMADE ASTRONAUTS w/ Kenneth Harris and Dana Gould Aug 10, 2021

    What happens when a flat-Earther tries to make a homemade rocket? Find out that and more on this episode of The Good, The Bad, and The Science. Featuring mechanical engineer, Kenneth Harris, and writer and comedian, Dana Gould, tune in as we explore the Discovery+ original HOMEMADE ASTRONAUTS.


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    THE SWIM w/ Joel Kim Booster and Dr. Sara-Jeanne Royer Aug 03, 2021

    Get out your snorkel and blend up your chicken because it's time to discuss THE SWIM w/ Joel Kim Booster and Dr. Sara-Jeanne Royer!

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    THE SHALLOWS w/ Shannon Johnson and Sarah Claspell Jul 27, 2021

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

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    PLANET OF THE APES (2001) w/ Dr. Tamsin Woolley-Barker and Nick Luciano Jul 20, 2021

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

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    JOHN CARTER w/ Schmab and Dr. Andrew Knoll Jul 13, 2021

    Jump into this wild episode about JOHN CARTER w/ Schmab and Dr. Andrew Knoll!

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    47 METERS DOWN w/ Paige Weldon & Prof Charlie Huveneers Jul 06, 2021

    About to get into a shark cage? Maybe listen to this episode about 47 METERS DOWN w/ Paige Weldon & Prof Charlie Huveneers first! Might help!

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    SHARKNADO w/ Dr. David Shiffman & Hannah Garces Jun 29, 2021

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

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    HARRY POTTER AND THE PRISONER OF AZKABAN w/ Ross Bryant & Dr. Dany Spencer Adams Jun 22, 2021

    Cookies, meat-eating plants, and drunk spiders?! Find out why we discuss these seemingly unrelated things on today's ep!

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    ZOOTOPIA w/ Dr. Aaron Blaisdell & Michael Longfellow Jun 15, 2021

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

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    THE CONJURING w/ Inessa Frantowski & Julian Huguet Jun 08, 2021

    We've all been there, right? You move into a spooky new house, all the clocks stop at a specific time, you have unexplained bruises and a demon barfs into your mouth to possess you. So annoying! Well, today we're gonna tell you how to avoid all that because we're discussing THE CONJURING w/ Inessa Frantowski & Julian Huguet. Join us!

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    BABY GENIUSES w/ Dr. Shannon O'dell Jun 01, 2021

    Think your child might be a genius with super strength and Jedi mind control? Find out on today's ep!

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    HAPPY FEET w/ Charlie Young and Josh Waldron May 25, 2021

    Since you can't fly, dive into this super fun episode about HAPPY FEET featuring Charlie Young and Josh Waldron!

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    SEX EDUCATION w/ Dr. Tessa Commers and Kyla KA May 18, 2021

    Didn't pay attention in Sex-Ed? We got you covered! Today we break down the pilot episode of SEX EDUCATION w/ Dr. Tessa Commers and Kyla KA!

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    WAR GAMES w/ Sean Morrow and Tristan Guyette May 11, 2021

    Quick, before the world blows itself up with nukes, listen to this episode about WAR GAMES w/ Sean Morrow and Tristan Guyette!

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    THE FUGITIVE w/ Brent Weinbach and Dr. John Dussel May 04, 2021

    Today we dive (off of a dam) into THE FUGITIVE w/ Brent Weinbach and Dr. John Dussel!

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    The Good, The Bad, and The Science Apr 27, 2021

    Just a heads-up mini-sode to let you know about some changes that'll be coming soon.

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    IN THE HEART OF THE SEA w/ Nan Hauser and Danny Jolles Apr 20, 2021

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

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    MADAGASCAR w/ Dr. Jennifer McGowan and Zach Reino Apr 13, 2021

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

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    SIDE EFFECTS w/ Dr. Sapna Parikh and Jonathan Lorenzo Apr 06, 2021

    Today we discuss antidepressants, big pharma, and much more!

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    AFTER EARTH w/ Billy Almon and Will Westwater Mar 30, 2021

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

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    THE MEG w/ Dr. Cinda Scott and Joe Kwaczala Mar 23, 2021

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

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    SCRUBS (S1, Ep9) w/ Dr. John Dussel and Dahlya Glick Mar 16, 2021

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

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    MONSTERS, INC. w/ Jessica Malaty Rivera and Mimi Von Schack Mar 09, 2021

    Today we discuss MONSTERS, INC and get all caught up on Covid-19 information with Jessica Malaty Rivera and Mimi Von Schack!

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    THE BIG YEAR w/ Dr. Patrick Doran and Joshua Starkman Mar 02, 2021

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

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    CONCUSSION w/ Patrick Kelly and Eric Jackowitz Feb 23, 2021

    Down Set...PODCAST! In our discussion about CONCUSSION*, we break down head injuries and much more with Eric Jackowitz and Patrick Kelly!

    * = Concussion discussion is Eric's joke. Credit where credit is due.

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    SOUND OF METAL w/ Dr. Peter Ivory and Michael Feld Feb 16, 2021

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

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    CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF MEATBALLS w/ Brad Carl and Sammy Obeid Feb 09, 2021

    Look up and open wide cause today we’re talking about CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF MEATBALLS w/ Brad Carl and Sammy Obeid. Bon appetit!

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    HARRY POTTER AND THE CHAMBER OF SECRETS w/ Dr. Dany Spencer Adams and Ryan Barton Feb 02, 2021

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

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    GATTACA w/ Dr. Alex Dainis and Jessica McKenna Jan 26, 2021

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


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    AMONG US w/ Dr. Shannon Odell, RJ Thieneman and Aaron Bleyaert Jan 19, 2021

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

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    PARASITE w/ Robert Henderson and Julia Lindon Jan 12, 2021

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

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    MOANA w/ Danni Washington and Tom McGovern Jan 05, 2021

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

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    THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS w/Julian Huguet and Matt Taylor Dec 22, 2020

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


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    THE HITCHHIKER'S GUIDE TO THE GALAXY w/ Pallavi Gunalan and Alec James Milewski Dec 15, 2020

    Did mice create the Earth? Are dolphins squeaking to try and warn us about impending doom? These important questions and more will be answered as we discuss THE HITCHHIKER'S GUIDE TO THE GALAXY with Pallavi Gunalan and Alec James Milewski!


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    WORLD WAR Z w/ Maren Hunsberger and Mark Smalls Dec 08, 2020

    Zombies AND Brad Pitt?! Sign me up! Today we break down WORLD WAR Z w/ Maren Hunsberger and Mark Smalls. You can't run away from this ep!

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    50 FIRST DATES w/ Dr. Shannon Odell and Andrew Orolfo Dec 01, 2020

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


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    FREE BIRDS w/ Lindsay Ames and Matt Miller Nov 24, 2020

    Today Ethan talks turkey with Lindsey Ames and Matt Miller because Thanksgiving is around the corner!


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    SILENCE OF THE LAMBS w/ Dr. Brian Brown and Zach Broussard Nov 17, 2020

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

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    CHILDREN OF MEN w/ Dr. Lambourne and Steph Tolev Nov 10, 2020

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


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    KNOCKED UP w/ Dr. Staci Tanouye and Noëlle Horelik Nov 03, 2020

    Today we're breaking down KNOCKED UP with Dr. Staci Tanouye and Noëlle Horelik! If there's a funnier movie about pregnancy, let us know.

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    EVEREST w/ Dr. Sapna Parikh and Zac Garred Oct 27, 2020

    We've reached the peak of podcasting because we've got Dr. Sapna Parikh and Zac Garred discussing EVEREST! Grab your O2 and let's go!

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    RAMPAGE w/ Cecily Breaux and Alex Dainis Oct 20, 2020

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

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    GEORGE OF THE JUNGLE w/Paul Goetz and Jordan Veasley Oct 13, 2020

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

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    SERENITY w/ Dr. Amy Lo and Veronica Osorio Oct 06, 2020

    Need to learn how to make jokes while engaged in sci-fi combat? Serenity is for you! Today we break it down with Dr. Amy Lo and Veronica Osorio!

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    SHAUN OF THE DEAD w/ Timothy Verstynen and Brendan Steere Sep 29, 2020

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

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    PATCH ADAMS w/ Dr. Priyanka Wali and Emily Catalano Sep 22, 2020

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

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    GOOD BOYS w/ Dr. Tessa Commers and Lincoln Mondy Sep 15, 2020

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

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    HARRY POTTER AND THE SORCERER'S STONE w/ Marie Soledad and Dany Adams Sep 08, 2020

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

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    WESTWORLD w/ Reggie Watts and David Eagleman Sep 01, 2020

    Worlds collide on this magical episode! Listen to the legendary combination of Reggie Watts and David Eagleman as they discuss Westworld!

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    GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY w/ Moiya McTier and Ever Mainard Aug 25, 2020

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

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    SAVAGE KINGDOM w/ Alex Cooke *Special Episode* Aug 18, 2020

    Some say Alex Cooke is an inspiration for spending two years in Botswana filming the National Geographic show SAVAGE KINGDOM...I say he's out of his mind. This dude sleeps next to lions all by himself. Either way I had the honor of speaking to him live from his dad's car! Check it out!

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    YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN w/ Tim Bono, KarenLee Poter and Cam Poter Aug 11, 2020

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

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    SANCTUM w/ David Brankovits and Alice Wetterlund Aug 04, 2020

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

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    FIGHT CLUB w/ Dr. Andrew Huberman and Aliya Kamalova Jul 28, 2020

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

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    DR. DOLITTLE w/ Dr. Evan Antin and Danny Jolles Jul 21, 2020

    Wanna know what your pets are saying? We crack the code as we break down DR. DOLITTLE with Danny Jolles and Dr. Evan Antin!

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    SHARK TALE w/ Chad Wiggins & Natalie Smith Jul 14, 2020

    What if the mob lived in the ocean?! Find out on this episode about SHARK TALE with Natalie Smith and Chad Wiggins!

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    TWISTER w/ Harold Brooks and Aaron Bleyaert & RJ Thieneman Jul 07, 2020

    Get sucked into this episode about TWISTER with Aaron Bleyaert & RJ Thieneman and Harold Brooks!

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    THE DAY AFTER TOMORROW w/ Dr. Tom Matthews and Aristotle Acevedo Jun 30, 2020

    Global warming can lead to global cooling?! Find out as we discuss THE DAY AFTER TOMORROW with Dr. Tom Matthews and Aristotle Acevedo!

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    LOOK WHO'S TALKING w/ Kristina Uban and Justin Shepherd Jun 23, 2020

    Finally an episode about babies! Helping Ethan learn about these tiny, cute, precious angels is Kristina Uban and Justin Shepherd!

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    THE LIFE AQUATIC WITH STEVE ZISSOU w/ Dr. Sarah-Jeanne Royer and Wil Fulton Jun 16, 2020

    Grab your beanie and glock because today we're discussing THE LIFE AQUATIC WITH STEVE ZISSOU with Oceanographer Dr. Sarah-Jeanne Royer and Wil Fulton.


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    ANT-MAN AND THE WASP w/ Don Lincoln and Dory Greenberg Jun 09, 2020

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

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    THE LITTLE MERMAID w/Shannon Johnson and Anat Eshel May 26, 2020

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

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    THE HAPPENING w/ Evan Groover and Ever Mainard May 19, 2020

    Evan, Ever and Ethan! What else could you possibly want? Today we discuss what the heck happened in THE HAPPENING!

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    CARRIERS w/ Dr. Pamela Douglas and Emilie Hagen May 12, 2020


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    JUMANJI w/ Alie Ward and Jonathan Morvay May 05, 2020

    Step into JUMANJI with Jonathan Morvay and Alie Ward. Plus a special intro with Rhys Darby!

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    TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES w/ Brian Fisher and Drew Miller Apr 28, 2020


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    FERNGULLY w/ Dr. Rae Wynn Grant and Rosebud Baker Apr 21, 2020

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

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    PASSENGERS w/ Jason Clark and Nrthview Apr 14, 2020

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

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    HOMEWARD BOUND w/ Rocky Kanaka and Kylie Boardman Apr 07, 2020

    Can two dogs and a cat find their way to their owners? Can they outsmart a mountain lion?! The answers to these burning questions and many more await you inside this episode. Ethan is joined by two wonderful guests: Kyle Boardman and host of the new podcast from The Dodo "An animal saved my life", Rocky Kanaka. That podcast comes out on Thursday so check it out!

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    CONTAGION w/ Maren Hunsberger and Greg Foot Mar 31, 2020

    Wipe down your phone and then click play on this fun-filled episode about our current pandemic! Maren Hunsberger and Greg Foot, the co-hosts of the amazing new Seeker podcast Surprisingly Brilliant, join Ethan to discuss CONTAGION and of course, all things Coronavirus.

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    THE BOURNE IDENTITY w/Paul Goetz and Dr. Steve Ramirez Mar 24, 2020

    Why does Jason Bourne remember how to kick so much ass and yet can't remember his own gosh darn name?! And why can't I remember to fold my laundry as soon as the dryer dings? Answers like these and more await you on this special episode that Ethan recorded in his bedroom while sitting on the floor because that's where the wifi works better! We've got a couple fantastic guests: our old pal Paul Goetz and our new best friend Dr. Steve Ramirez.

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    Coronavirus check in w/ Aliya Kamalova Mar 17, 2020


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    THE ADVENTURES OF BUCKAROO BANZAI w/ Robert Hurt and Eric Jackowitz Mar 10, 2020


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    FAST AND FURIOUS w/Alonzo Bodden and Matt Farah Mar 03, 2020

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

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    BLACK MIRROR: HATED IN THE NATION w/Emily Feld and Dr. Aaron Blaisdell Feb 25, 2020

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

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    SEVEN WORLDS ONE PLANET w/ Jonny Keeling and Addie Weyrich Feb 18, 2020

    How the heck do they make PLANET EARTH?! Jeez Louise I wish I could ask someone who has worked on it for 20+ years. Now THAT would be a crazy podcast. Well thankfully some sort of BBC genie has granted my wish because we've got the legendary Jonny Keeling and our delightful ol' pal Addie Weyrich in the studio to discuss this iconic show.

    For everything Addie, check out: https://www.addieweyrich.com/

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    SPIDERMAN: INTO THE SPIDER-VERSE w/ Tracy Marquez and Lauren Esposito Feb 11, 2020

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

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    JOKER w/ Cara Santa Maria and Danny Palumbo Feb 04, 2020

    A superhero movie about the villain?! We're discussing JOKER with Cara Santa Maria from National Geographic's Brain Games and Danny Palumbo!

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    READY PLAYER ONE w/Alisher Kamalov and Dominick D'Aniello Jan 28, 2020

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


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    SEVEN WORLDS ONE PLANET: AUSTRALIA w/ Dr. Emma Napper and Zac Garred Jan 21, 2020

    G'day! Today we have a very special episode about the brand new BBC show SEVEN WORLDS, ONE PLANET. Specifically the first episode which is entitled AUSTRALIA. We're so lucky to be joined by one of the producers of the show, Dr. Emma Napper, and Australian actor Zac Garred! Please help save Australia and all of it's wonders by donating at www.wwf.org.au/.

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    BLACK MIRROR: BANDERSNATCH w/ Jacob Jeffries and Dr. Dan Ames (Researcher at the Social Cognitive Neuroscience Lab of UCLA) Jan 14, 2020

    This episode is a CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE audio experience. At various points in the podcast you can choose to turn up the volume or even plug in headphones. It's a crazy upside-down mind maze! Tune in to learn if we have free will and hear from our amazing guests Jacob Jeffries and Dr. Dan Ames (UCLA)

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    SULLY w/ Alec Owen and Dr. Alan Castel Jan 07, 2020

    America's Dad plays an American hero flying an American plane onto an American river? This might be our most patriotic show ever. Or our dumbest episode summary ever. Either way we've got two lovely guests: Alec Owen and Dr. Alan Castel. Enjoy!

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    HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS (2000) w/ Dr. Dan Ames & Lindsay Ames Dec 17, 2019

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

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    THE SANDLOT w/ Irene Tu & Dr. Jennifer Silvers (Asst. Professor of Developmental Psychology at UCLA) Dec 10, 2019

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

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    AIR BUD w/ Dr. Evan Antin and Zach Reino Dec 03, 2019

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

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    PLANES, TRAINS AND AUTOMOBILES w/ Sean Tracy & Dr. Jeff Silverman Nov 26, 2019

    Happy Thanksgiving! Today we slice into the turkey, I mean, movie Planes, Trains and Automobiles! It's a comedy classic that is perfect for families to enjoy (except for that one scene...) and to help Ethan break it down, we've got Sean Tracy and Dr. Jeff Silverman! Enjoy!

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    LUCY w/ Jake Adams & Dr. Martin Monti (Psychology Professor - UCLA) Nov 19, 2019

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

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    ROGUE ONE: A STAR WARS STORY w/ Matt Jones and Dr. Andrew Rader Nov 12, 2019

    Two titans are in the studio today and— pew pew pew pew LOOKOUT! Whew, thankfully I'm really good at dodging stormtrooper laser blasty thingies. Anyway, I don't have much time so enjoy the episode because it's Rogue ONEderful! Seriously, we're going ROGUE...one. Ok I'll leave. Sorry. pew pew AHHHHH my shoulder! I SAID I'LL LEAVE! RELAX! Ugh my friggin' shoulder. Jeez.

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    TERMINATOR 2: JUDGEMENT DAY w/ Nick Mandernach and Dr. Avi Adhikari Nov 05, 2019

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

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    THE SHINING w/ Johnny Pemberton & Dr. Rena Repetti Oct 29, 2019

    Spending 5 months in an empty, snowed-in hotel? Download this podcast so you don't do anything...wacky! Today we chip away at Stanley Kubrick's groundbreaking horror film: The Shining! Ethan is joined by comedian/actor Johnny Pemberton and Dr. Rena Repetti (Professor of Psychology - UCLA).

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    JURASSIC WORLD w/ Sophia Hocini and Dr. Alyssa Bell (Paleontologist - Natural History Museum of LA County) Oct 22, 2019

    If you like dinosaurs and running in heels, this is the movie for you! Today we breakdown JURASSIC WORLD for generations of humans to discover millions of years from now. Hope they still have podcasts! We've got the delightful Sophia Hocini and our ol' pal Dr. Alyssa Bell (Paleontologist - Natural History Museum of LA County)!

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    JAWS w/ Chelsea Frank & Dr. Daniel Blumstein (Professor - Dept. of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at UCLA) Oct 15, 2019

    It's everyone's favorite beach BBQ party movie - JAWS! But will you learn more about sharks or marmots during this episode? Listen to find out! We're thrilled to have travel writer Chelsea Frank, Dr. Daniel Blumstein (Professor - Dept. of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at UCLA) and the same ol' dumbo host as always!

    (This episode had an audio issue originally that has been fixed in this version)

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    ETERNAL SUNSHINE OF THE SPOTLESS MIND w/ Winston Carter & Dr. Alan Castel Oct 08, 2019

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

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    TARZAN w/ Addie Weyrich & Dr. Greg Bryant Oct 01, 2019

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

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    Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home w/ Brad Sulnitzer, Joey Orton, and Trace Dominguez Sep 24, 2019

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

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    ADAPTATION w/ Nadia Osman & Dr. Kenneth Chapin (Postdoctoral Research Associate at The University of Arizona) Sep 17, 2019

    A podcast about a movie about the guy writing the movie about a book about orchids?! YIKES! Sort this mess out with Nadia Osman and Dr. Kenneth Chapin!

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    SAN ANDREAS w/ Dr. Men-Andrin Meier and Jeff Leach Sep 10, 2019

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

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    2001: A SPACE ODYSSEY w/ Hannah Einbinder & Dr. Peter Nonacs Sep 03, 2019

    Turn on your mini-monolith and check out this episode about 2001: A SPACE ODYSSEY! We've got Hannah Einbinder and Dr. Peter Nonacs (Professor and Vice Chair, Department of Ecology & Evolutionary Biology - UCLA) discussing all things evolution.

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    KONG: SKULL ISLAND w/ Marcos Gonzales & Natalia Reagan Aug 27, 2019

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

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    INSIDE OUT w/ Marie Watschke & Dr. Megan Herting Aug 20, 2019

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

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    MAD MAX: FURY ROAD w/ Dallas Taylor Aug 13, 2019

    Take a deep dive into your ears with the host of Twenty Thousand Hertz, Dallas Taylor. We explore the amazing sound in MAD MAX: FURY ROAD!

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    SIGNS w/ Danny Jolles & Dr. Douglas LaRowe Aug 06, 2019

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

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    GODZILLA (2014) w/ Paul Goetz and Natalia Reagan Jul 30, 2019

    There's a ZILLAion reasons why you should listen to this episode! 1) Paul Goetz is on it! 2) Natalia Reagan (Anthropologist/Primatologist) is back! 3) You can finally let out your rage about the lack of Cranston in this movie WHILE listening to a podcast! Wow! What a deal!

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    FIRST MAN w/ Mark Hadley & Amy Shira Teitel Jul 23, 2019

    Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the moon landing with this episode about FIRST MAN! We've got Mark Hadley and Amy Shira Teitel (Author and Space Historian) discussing everything from Gemini 8 to Apollo 11 to whether or not they pooped on the moon!

    Be sure to check out Discovery’s Confessions from Apollo on Discovery Go.

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    THE LION KING w/ Robin Tran & Dr. Aaron Blaisdell Jul 16, 2019

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

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    MEN IN BLACK w/ Karah Preiss & Dr. Rana Adhikari Jul 09, 2019

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

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    BONUS! APOLLO: MISSIONS TO THE MOON w/ director Tom Jennings Jul 08, 2019

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

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    WATERWORLD w/ Jenny Jaffe & Dr. Kritsy Forsgren Jul 02, 2019

    Put down your beakers of urine and check out this episode about WATERWORLD! Learn all about gills, fish, Exxon Valdez and more with Jenny Jaffe and Dr. Kritsy Forsgren (Associate Professor of Biological Science - California State University Fullerton)!

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    MEMENTO w/ Alana Johnston & Dr. Aaron Blaisdell Jun 25, 2019

    I was going to tattoo this episode summary on my chest but I think this might be easier for all of you to see... Anyways today we're breaking down MEMENTO with Alana Johnston and Dr. Aaron Blaisdell (Professor of Psychology - UCLA)! Learn about short term memory loss and how to improve your memory! That's important, remember?

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    PUMPING IRON w/ Jackie Tohn & Dr. James Hicks Jun 18, 2019

    Stop looking at your deltoids in the mirror for a second and check out this podcast about PUMPING IRON! Actually you can listen while looking at your deltoids so... carry on. We've got the delightful Jackie Tohn and the extraordinarily polite Dr. James Hicks (Director of the Center for Exercise Medicine and Sports Sciences at the School of Biological Science at UC Irvine). By the end of this episode, you should be strong as heck!

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    RATATOUILLE w/ Thomas Lennon & Dr. Jim Dines Jun 11, 2019

    Help! Someone call Lt. Jim Dangle! Holy moly, he's already here?! YES! This week we are discussing RATATOUILLE with the one and only Thomas Lennon! Joining him is our old friend Dr. Jim Dines (Natural History Museum - Collections Manager, Mammalogy). Learn all about rats, french cuisine and Tom's ukulele skills!

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    AVENGERS: INFINITY WAR w/ Brandon T. Snider & Dr. Frank Macabenta Jun 04, 2019

    ALERT! Calling all indie film fans! We finally take a break from big blockbuster movies and cover an adorable micro-budget rom-com called AVENGERS: INFINITY WAR. We speak with author Brandon T. Snider and Dr. Frank Macabenta (Postdoctoral Research Scholar at Caltech). Enjoy!

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    HONEY I SHRUNK THE KIDS w/ Ryan Barton & Dr. Benjamin "Max" Adams May 28, 2019

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

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    VOLCANO w/ Mekki Leeper & Dr. Laura Kerber May 21, 2019

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

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    BONUS: Introducing Science Rules! with Bill Nye May 16, 2019

    Bill Nye is on a mission to change the world— one phone call at a time. On his new podcast, Science Rules!, he tackles the curliest questions on just about anything in the universe. Perhaps you’ve wondered: Should I stop eating cheeseburgers to combat climate change? How often should I really be washing my pillowcase? Can I harvest energy from all those static-electricity shocks I get in the winter? Science Rules! Is out NOW - find it in your favorite podcast app.

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    A BUG'S LIFE w/ Andrew Sarlo & Dr. Benjamin Adams May 14, 2019

    Climb into your favorite wooden fake bird because this episode is all about A Bug's Life! Ethan speaks with record producer Andrew Sarlo and postdoctoral fellow at the Natural History Museum, Dr. Benjamin "Max" Adams about Ants, Grasshoppers, ladybugs and why Max loves to lick insects.

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    THE AVENGERS (2012) w/ Daniel & Jorge May 07, 2019

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

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    STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI w/ Reggie Watts & Maggie Williams Apr 30, 2019

    It's our first birthday! Our Podversary! To celebrate we've brought back Reggie Watts to break down STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI with Maggie Williams (Systems Engineer at JPL). Tune in to learn about Space crafts, space fuel, gravity, hover crafts and hear Reggie sing some Yoda quotes! Thanks for this fantastic year!!

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    ANACONDA w/ Nicole Aimée Schreiber & Dr. Greg Pauly Apr 23, 2019

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

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    OUTBREAK w/ Zoë Klar & Dr. Beth Lazazzera Apr 16, 2019

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

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    BLACK PANTHER w/ Adam Tsekhman & McCall Edwards Apr 09, 2019

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

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    ICE AGE w/ Eric Jackowitz & Laura Tewksbury Apr 02, 2019

    Learn all about Wolly Mammoths, Saber-Toothed Tigers (Cats) and so much more as we break down ICE AGE! The brilliant Eric Jackowitz and Laura Tewksbury embark on a freezing cold audio adventure into a tar pit of knowledge. Come on in, the tar is fine.

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    HOSTILE PLANET w/ Guillermo Navarro Apr 01, 2019

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

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    BEE MOVIE w/ Alex Berg & Dr. Boris Baer Mar 26, 2019

    This episode is sure to create a lot of buzz! Don't worry, we just fired the person who wrote that. Anyway today is all about Bees because we break down BEE MOVIE with writer/actor/improviser Alex Berg and Dr. Boris Baer (Professor of Entomology at University of California).

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    THE SHAPE OF WATER w/ Steph Tolev, Misty Paig Tran and Kristy Forsgren Mar 19, 2019

    Light some candles and don't let the kids listen because this week we dive into The Shape of Water with Steph Tolev, Misty Paig Tran and Kristy Forsgren! Misty and Kristy are assistant professors of biological sciences at Cal State Fullerton and they tell us way too much about fish genitals!

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    AMERICAN PSYCHO w/ Tom Martin & Dr. Dean Mobbs Mar 12, 2019

    What's wrong? Can't get a reservation at Dorsia? Feeling guilty for attempting to feed a stray cat to an ATM machine? We've got the perfect pick-me-up! It's assistant professor of cognitive neuroscience at Caltech Dr. Dean Mobbs and 5 time Emmy winning comedy writer Tom Martin discussing AMERICAN PSYCHO! We touch on sociopaths, narcissists, neuroplasticity and much more so turn off Phil Collins and check out this episode!

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    STAR TREK II: THE WRATH OF KHAN w/ Nick Kocher & Dr. Robert Hurt Mar 05, 2019

    These are the voyages of the Bad Science Podcast. Its continuing mission: to explore strange films, to seek out new information and new silly jokes, to boldly pod where no one has podded before. Today we warp into STAR TREK II: The Wrath of Khan! We've got our ol' pal Robert Hurt (Astrovisualization Expert at Caltech IPAC) and our new pal Nick Kocher! We discuss Ceti Eels, Nebulas and some wild Shatner facts.

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    SUNSHINE w/ Brad Silnutzer & Bobak Ferdowsi Feb 26, 2019

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

    Check out the latest season of Seeker's Focal Point!

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    GALAXY QUEST w/ Laurie Kilmartin & Jeffrey Silverman Feb 19, 2019

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

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    FINDING DORY w/ Jackie Kashian & Dr. Luiz Alvez Rocha Feb 12, 2019

    Just keep listening! Just keep listening! Today we discuss Finding Dory with the amazing Jackie Kashian and Dr. Luiz Rocha (Associate Curator and Follett Chair of Ichthyology at the California Academy of Sciences). We learn so much about coral reefs, octopus, and exactly how much of a dork Jackie really is. Finally both "Finding" Pixar films have Bad Science episodes with a guest named Jackie!

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    ARRIVAL w/ Jeremiah Watkins & Dr. Erin Debenport Feb 05, 2019

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

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    DEEP BLUE SEA w/ Zeke Nicholson & Dr. Chris Lowe Jan 29, 2019

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

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    HER w/ Milana Vayntrub & Dr. Irma Ravkic Jan 22, 2019

    This podcast loves you and only you. We would never simultaneously date 641 other people... or would we? Today we discuss HER with Milana Vayntrub and Dr. Irma Ravkic. It's a fun conversation about the future of AI, VR and many other abbreviations. Enjoy!

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    ROBOCOP w/ Moses Storm & Laduan Smedley Jan 15, 2019

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

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    EX MACHINA w/ Mary Holland & Dr. Mohammad Pourhomayoun Jan 08, 2019

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

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    2018 Fan-Filled Fanfare Jan 01, 2019

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

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    HOME ALONE w/ Josh Adam Meyers & Arjan Gower Dec 25, 2018

    Merry Christmas ya filthy animals! We're doing the classic pain-driven Christmas classic, HOME ALONE! Tune in to learn some health tips from Dr. Arjan Gower and find out what kind of weird blue algae Josh Adam Meyers ingests. Happy holidays from all of us here at Bad Science! Thanks for an amazing 2018!

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    MEAN GIRLS w/ Blair Socci & Dr. Norma Mendoza-Denton Dec 18, 2018

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

    Check out more on Blair: blairsocci.com

    And more on Professor Mendoza-Denton: norma-mendoza-denton.com

    Email us at badscience@seeker.com

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    APOLLO 13 w/ Heather Pasternak & Amy Shira Teitel Dec 11, 2018

    Other podcasts might discuss Apollo 1 or if they're really brazen, Apollo 8. Here at BS HQ we decided to go all out and analyze Apollo 13!!! With the help of Author/Space Historian Amy Shira Teitel and comedian Heather Pasternak we uncover the truth about this very true movie. Plus we discuss Tom Hanks a lot!

    Check out Seeker's Apollo Series on YouTube.

    Check out more on Amy: amyshirateitel.com

    And more on Heather: heatherpasternak.com

    Email us at badscience@seeker.com

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    DAWN OF THE DEAD (2004) w/ Joe Kwaczala & Dr. Michael Harris Dec 04, 2018

    Hope you're ready to die of laughter and come back to life way uglier because this week it's DAWN OF THE DEAD (2004)! We've got Joe Kwaczala and Assistant Professor of Integrative Physiology and Neuroscience, Dr. Michael Harris. Learn how to survive the zombie apocalypse and much more!

    Email us: badscience@seeker.com

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    FREE WILLY w/ Rick Overton & Dr. Gwen Goodmanlowe Nov 27, 2018

    Are you equally into killer whales and Michael Jackson? This is the episode for you! We're talking about FREE WILLY with Rick Overton and Marine Biologist Dr. Gwen Goodmanlowe from Cal State Long Beach! Learn all about Orcas and get a couple great screenwriting tips from Rick!

    Email us: badscience@seeker.com

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    STAR WARS: RETURN OF THE JEDI w/ Andy Kindler & Dr. Varoujan Gorjian Nov 20, 2018

    Listen you must! Today is our special 30th episode Star Wars spectacular! Obviously we do a Star Wars film every 30 episodes and this time we've got legendary comedian Andy Kindler joined by JPL Astronomer Dr. Varoujan Gorjian to discuss Return of the Jedi! Happy Thanksgiving!

    Email us: badscience@seeker.com

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    CONTACT w/ Scott Thompson & Dr. Paul Sutter Nov 13, 2018

    An entire podcast about a replacement for glasses?! NO! It's the movie Contact, not contact lenses. We've got sketch comedy legend Scott Thompson (The Kids in the Hall) and Agent To The Stars, Dr. Paul Sutter. So be like Jodie Foster and put your headphones on!

    Check out Dr. Sutter's book:

    Your Place in the Universe: Understanding Our BIg, Messy Existence

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    A QUIET PLACE w/ Mekki Leeper & Dr. Peter Ivory Nov 06, 2018

    Shhh don't play this podcast over any speakers because we're breaking down A QUIET PLACE. We've got comedian Mekki Leeper and Professor of Audiology at Cal State LA Dr. Peter Ivory on the show. We will really be getting into your ears this episode as we touch on Hearing Aids, Tinnitus, Old Age and much more.

    Special thanks to ASHA for helping us with this episode.

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    IT (2017) w/ Horny 4 Horror Podcast & Dr. Dean Mobbs Oct 30, 2018

    Just in case Halloween Eve isn't the spookiest night of the year... we're discussing IT and by IT we mean the science of fear and the movie IT based on the book IT! IT'S AWESOME! We've got the amazing hosts of Horny 4 Horror: Betsy Sodaro, Adam McCabe and Mano Agapion! Plus the Assistant Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience (and fear specialist) from Caltech, Dr. Dean Mobbs!

    Check out the Horny 4 Horror podcast at https://www.horny4horror.com/episodes/ and email us at BadScience@Seeker.com

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    THE MARTIAN w/ Neel Nanda & Dr. Bethany Ehlmann Oct 23, 2018

    The most requested film in Bad Science history has arrived... THE MARTIAN! Neel Nanda and Dr. Bethany Ehlmann (JPL Research Scientist & Caltech Professor of Planetary Science) discuss everything from growing food on Mars to space poop bags. Godspeed!

    Check out more from Neel Nanda at neelnanda.com and email us at BadScience@Seeker.com

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    GET OUT w/ Open Mike Eagle & Dr. Raphael Romero Oct 16, 2018

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

    Check out more from Open Mike Eagle at mikeeagle.net and email us at BadScience@Seeker.com

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    THE JUNGLE BOOK (1967) w/ Erin & Melissa & Dr. Jim Dines Oct 09, 2018

    Fun fact: This podcast episode is one of the top 10 Bear Necessities of life! Hear musical-comedy duo Erin & MeLissa and Dr. Jim Dines (Mammalogy Collections Manager at the Los Angeles Natural History Museum) discuss Elephants, Panthers, and what to do when you're face to face with a bear (the answer might surprise you... unless you're a bear expert in which case it won't. Hard to say. I don't know you...)!

    Check out more from Erin & Melissa here: erinandmelissa.com or on Instagram: @erinandmelissa

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    INCEPTION w/ Kim & Aliya & Dr. Raj Oct 02, 2018

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

    Check out more from Kim & Aliya:

    Twitter: @kimseltzer, @aliyakkamalova, @kimandaliya

    Instagram: @thebestfriendsshowla, @kimseltzer, @aliyakam

    And Dr. Raj: doctorrajd.com

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    LAKE PLACID w/ Zach Noe Towers & Dr. Greg Pauly Sep 25, 2018

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

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    STARSHIP TROOPERS w/ The Cooties & Dr. Brian Brown Sep 18, 2018

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

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    TOTAL RECALL w/ Brent Weinbach & Dr. Laura Kerber Sep 11, 2018

    No need to get your ass to Mars to listen to this episode. It's Total Recall with Brent Weinbach and Dr. Laura Kerber (Geophysics & Planetary Geosciences research scientist at JPL). We discuss everything from Terraforming to 3-Breasted Women. I'm pretty sure it's real but it could also be a dream...

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    BLADE RUNNER w/ Paul Scheer & Dr. Kathy Wei Sep 04, 2018

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

    Write us your film requests/questions/comments at BadScience@Seeker.com and follow us on Instagram @BadScienceShow.

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    GRAVITY w/ Nicole Calasich & Dr. Liz Warren Aug 28, 2018

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

    Write us your film requests/questions/comments at BadScience@Seeker.com and follow us on Instagram @BadScienceShow.

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    THE FLY w/ Byron Bowers & Dr. Doug Yanega Aug 21, 2018

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

    Write us your film requests/questions/comments at BadScience@Seeker.com and follow us on Instagram @BadScienceShow.

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    THE BIRDS w/ Chris Fairbanks & Kimball Garrett Aug 14, 2018

    Get quacked up cause it's The Birds! The super sweet and ultra hilarious Chris Fairbanks joins Ornithology Collections Manager Kimball Garrett as we chirp about this Hitchcock classic. Learn about the ethics of keeping birds in cages, bird sounds and much more!

    Write us your film requests/questions/comments at BadScience@Seeker.com and follow us on Instagram @BadScienceShow.

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    THE MATRIX w/ Julio Torres, Steven Castillo & Dr. Christoph Salge Aug 07, 2018

    Pick up the phone and get jacked into The Matrix! We had so much fun at Caveat NYC discussing this 1999 blockbuster smash with Marie Curie Global Fellow Dr. Christoph Salge and SNL writers Julio Torres and Steven Castillo. Learn about the ethics of AI, Neurokinetics and much more!

    Write us your film requests/questions/comments at BadScience@Seeker.com and follow us on Instagram @BadScienceShow.

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    THE ABYSS w/ Kurt Braunohler & Dr. Douglas Pace Jul 31, 2018

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

    Write us your film requests/questions/comments at BadScience@Seeker.com and follow us on Instagram @BadScienceShow.

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    LIMITLESS w/ Steve Hely, Dave King & Dr. Teagan Wall Jul 24, 2018

    Would you take a drug called NZT-48 if you had writer's block? Steve Hely & Dave King from The Great Debates podcast join us to discuss (without cognitive enhancers) the 2011 Bradley Cooper starring science fiction thriller film LIMITLESS. Neuroscientist Dr. Teagan Wall helps us understand things like nootropics, microdosing LSD, and even... caffeine! We also set Steve & Dave up for a few rounds of debates with prompts like: Is Limitless a good movie?

    Write us your film requests/questions/comments at BadScience@Seeker.com and follow us on Instagram @BadScienceShow.

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    ARMAGEDDON w/ Riki Lindhome & Dr. Varoujan Gorjian Jul 17, 2018

    Garfunkel and OH MY GOD it's Riki Lindhome on today's show chatting about one of the most ridiculous films of all time, Armageddon! She's joined by our old pal, NASA JPL Astrophysicist Varoujan Gorjian! We discuss meteors, space stations, and Riki sings a little song too.

    Write us your film requests/questions/comments at BadScience@Seeker.com and follow us on Instagram @BadScienceShow.

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    FINDING NEMO w/ Jackie Tohn & Dr. Misty Paig-Tran Jul 10, 2018

    Picking apart a Pixar picture ain't pretty, but that's exactly what this episode is all about. Uncover the hidden truths about Finding Nemo with Jackie Tohn (GLOW, A Futile and Stupid Gesture) and Dr. Misty Paig-Tran (Assistant Professor of Marine Biology at Cal State Fullerton). We swim through so many dangerous fact-nemones that it'll be tough to ever watch this movie with the same innocence you once held so dear.

    Tickets for our first live show (July 22 in NYC) are available now: bit.ly/badsciencelive

    Email us your movie ideas, questions and comments at BadScience@Seeker.com and follow our instagram @BadScienceShow!

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    WALL-E w/ Ian Abramson & Dr. James Hicks Jul 03, 2018

    Get up off your hover chairs because we've got Dr. James Hicks, the science advisor for Wall-E, chatting with the hilarious Ian Abramson about Wall-E! We discuss sound design, what happens to human when they travel beyond Earth, and Ian's new "ladder to space" project!

    You can reach us at BadScience@Seeker.com or on Instagram @BadScienceShow.

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    STAR TREK w/ Trace Dominguez & Dr. Tammy Ma Jun 26, 2018

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

    We talk about lasers, fusion, and why Spock is to blame for a planet getting annihilated!

    You can reach us at BadScience@Seeker.com or on Instagram @BadScienceShow.

    This episode was recorded in San Francisco at the Seeker+ studio. A video version of this show will be released in 3 parts starting June 28th. Look for it and subscribe at YouTube.com/Seeker.

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    JURASSIC PARK w/ Scott Rogowsky & Alyssa Bell Jun 19, 2018

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

    Download the trivia app HQ to see Scott everyday and follow Alyssa on Instagram @alyssakbell.

    Shoot us an email at BadScience@Seeker.com.

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    INTERSTELLAR w/ Dan Levy & Dr. Varoujan Gorjian Jun 12, 2018

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

    Email us at BadScience@Seeker.com and follow Dan Levy on Instagram @danlevyshow.

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    PACIFIC RIM w/ Jon Gabrus & Mara Tsudis Jun 05, 2018

    Our guests Jon Gabrus (HIGH AND MIGHTY Podcast) and Mara Tsudis (Construction Engineer) become drift compatible as we discuss PACIFIC RIM!

    We discuss all aspects of giant machinery and Jon displays his uncanny Guillermo Del Toro and Donald Trump impressions.

    Shoot us an email at BadScience@Seeker.com.

    Check out Jon Gabrus' podcast: https://headgum.com/high-and-mighty

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    ANT-MAN w/ Jessica McKenna & Spiro Michalakis May 29, 2018

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

    We discuss entanglement, quantum physics and Jessica sums it all up with an improvised pop song!

    Shoot us an email at BadScience@Seeker.com.

    Find more on Jessica McKenna at https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/off-book-the-improvised-musical/id1260742439?mt=2.

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    HARRY AND THE HENDERSONS w/ Kassem G & Natalia Reagan May 22, 2018

    Ethan learns from comedian and self-proclaimed bigfoot expert Kassem G (BACKSEAT COMICS, youtube.com/kassemg) and actually-acclaimed bigfoot expert and primatologist Natalia Reagan (Spike TV's 10 MILLION DOLLAR BIGFOOT BOUNTY, Neil deGrasse Tyson's STAR TALK ALL STARS) as they discuss 80's family comedy HARRY AND THE HENDERSONS.

    We discuss primates, our genetic relatives in the animal kingdom and of course... some of the crazy bigfoot theories around the world.

    Shoot us an email at BadScience@Seeker.com.

    Find more on Kassem, check out youtube.com/kassemg. For more on Natalia, go to nataliareagan.com.

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    ALIEN w/ Jessimae Peluso and Dr, Brian Brown May 15, 2018

    Could the alien from ALIEN really exist? Ethan sits down with comedian Jessimae Peluso (GIRL CODE, HIGHLARIOUS PODCAST, SHARP TONGUE PODCAST), and Dr. Brian Brown (Head of the Natural History Museum's Entomology Department and Curator of Entomology) to discuss the sci-fi horror film ALIEN.

    We learn about all kinds of parasites, diptera (flies), egg desiccation, and a whole lot more.

    Shoot us an email at BadScience@Seeker.com.

    Find more on Jessimae at jessimae.com, and learn more about diptera at Dr. Brown's blog flyobsession.net.

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    BACK TO THE FUTURE w/ Doug Benson, Dr. Robert Hurt and Dr. Christoph Uhlemann May 08, 2018

    Calling all time travelers! In this episode, Ethan sits down with comedian Doug Benson (DOUG LOVES MOVIES, GETTING DOUG WITH HIGH, SUPER HIGH ME), and physicist Robert Hurt (IPAC) and string theorist Christoph Uhlemann (UCLA) to discuss the beloved film BACK TO THE FUTURE.

    We learn about wormholes, electricity, time travel, and a whole lot more!

    Shoot us an email at BadScience@Seeker.com.

    Find more on Doug at DougLovesMovies.com

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    STAR WARS: THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK w/ Reggie Watts & Emily Manor-Chapman Apr 30, 2018

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

    We learn about gas giants like Bespin, the body warmth of dead Tauntauns, communicating at the speed of light, and a whole lot more.

    Shoot us an email at BadScience@Seeker.com.

    Check out Emily's Inisght Mission (to Mars!) which launches May 5th.

    https://mars.nasa.gov/insight/

    More on Reggie at reggiewatts.com - see him nightly on THE LATE LATE SHOW WITH JAMES CORDEN, and check out his new show TASKMASTER, Fridays at 11pm on Comedy Central.

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    What is Bad Science? Apr 23, 2018

    A weekly show by Seeker that puts popular films under the microscope, breaking down the science with the help of a comedian and a scientist.

    Be sure to subscribe and join us each week!

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