98: The Science of Witchcraft
Magic might actually be real according to science... No really!  You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/SciGuys If you would like to support the podcast, please donate to our Patreon: http://patreon.com/SciGuys If you'd like to see more of us, follow our socials! Facebook http://facebook.com/SciGuysPod Twitter http://twitter.com/SciGuysPod Instagram http...
1hr 23m Mar 01, 2021
1hr 23m
97: Gays in Space: Dr Sally Ride
It’s LGBT+ history month in the U.K - a perfect time to talk about the first gay astronaut, Dr Sally Ride! You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/SciGuys If you would like to support the podcast, please donate to our Patreon: http://patreon.com/SciGuys If you'd like to see more of us, follow our socials! Facebook http://facebook.com/SciGuysPod Twitter htt...
59m Feb 22, 2021
59m
96: The Science of Lab Grown Meat (with Vegard)
Is lab grown meat really the future of animal products? Is it actually even vegan? This week Vegard joins us to chat about cultured meat & veganism... Find Vegard on his channel: https://www.youtube.com/vegardls You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/SciGuys If you would like to support the podcast, please donate to our Patreon: http://patreon.com/SciGuys ...
1hr 8m Feb 15, 2021
1hr 8m
95: How to Make Life In a Jar
You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/SciGuys If you would like to support the podcast, please donate to our Patreon: http://patreon.com/SciGuys If you'd like to see more of us, follow our socials! Facebook http://facebook.com/SciGuysPod Twitter http://twitter.com/SciGuysPod Instagram http://instagram.com/SciGuysPod References: Follow the Sci Guys @not...
1hr 5m Feb 08, 2021
1hr 5m
94: The Science of Taste (with Guy Larsen)
Guy Larsen joins us this week to eat lemons, chat about netball, and discuss the science of taste! You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/SciGuys If you would like to support the podcast, please donate to our Patreon: http://patreon.com/SciGuys If you'd like to see more of us, follow our socials! Facebook http://facebook.com/SciGuysPod Twitter http://twit...
1hr 10m Feb 01, 2021
1hr 10m
93: Mandela Effect: The Science of False Memories
Have you ever remembered something that didn’t happen? Turns out false memories are actually pretty common, in fact they’re the reason that so many people believe that Nelson Mandela died in prison... You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/SciGuys If you would like to support the podcast, please donate to our Patreon: http://patreon.com/SciGuys If you'd lik...
1hr 22m Jan 25, 2021
1hr 22m
92: Richard Shope and the Spanish Flu
The Spanish Flu was the worst pandemic of the 20th century, but it took us a decade to figure out what was causing it. This week we cover a little bit of the Spanish Flu and a lot of the man that discovered the culprit. Spoiler, it probably wasn’t Spain... You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/SciGuys If you would like to support the podcast, please donate ...
1hr 1m Jan 18, 2021
1hr 1m
91: The Science of Sleep Paralysis
Ever wake up unable to move and get the feeling that there’s a demon standing in the corner of your room? You might have experienced sleep paralysis! Join us as we look at what causes it, how can we stop it, and why it usually feels like there’s someone watching you... You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/SciGuys If you would like to support the podcast, p...
51m Jan 11, 2021
51m
90: Y2K: The Millennium Bug
Happy New Year! To celebrate we talk about how the world almost ended at the turn of the millennium. Was it all a hoax or did we narrowly avoid a digital apocalypse? You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/SciGuys If you would like to support the podcast, please donate to our Patreon: http://patreon.com/SciGuys If you'd like to see more of us, follow our soc...
1hr 1m Jan 04, 2021
1hr 1m
89: Time Travel (The Best of 2020)
Join us, The Sci Guys, as we take a journey through time and relive our favourite moments from the last year! You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/SciGuys If you would like to support the podcast, please donate to our Patreon: http://patreon.com/SciGuys If you'd like to see more of us, follow our socials! Facebook http://facebook.com/SciGuysPod Twitter ...
1hr 2m Dec 28, 2020
1hr 2m
88: Menstruation: The Science of Periods (with Bliss)
It’s that time of the month… another Patreon Vote episode! Bliss joins us as we dive into the science of periods and ask how they work, and why so few animals get them. You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/SciGuys If you would like to support the podcast, please donate to our Patreon: http://patreon.com/SciGuys If you'd like to see more of us, follow our ...
58m Dec 21, 2020
58m
87: The Science of Parasocial Relationships (with Shaaba.)
Are influencers your friends? Some people feel like they might be, and that’s exactly what we’re talking about this week with Shaaba, an actual scientist studying parasocial relationships! Find Shaaba over on her channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjZ97eKgNwC4j-z_6LDjfIg SCI GUYS 2021 CALENDAR: https://normalcitizen.store/products/the-sci-guys-official-calendar-2021 You can WATCH the ...
1hr 34m Dec 14, 2020
1hr 34m
86: Accidental Microwaves
Microwaves are a wonderful convenience of modern life, but how were they invented? Are they dangerous? Do they make food less healthy? We’ve got all the answers and a lot of nonsense in this week’s episode! SCI GUYS 2021 CALENDAR: https://normalcitizen.store/products/the-sci-guys-official-calendar-2021 You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/SciGuys If you w...
1hr 4m Dec 07, 2020
1hr 4m
85: How to Make a Vaccine
Ever wondered what goes into a vaccine? How it’s tested? Why it takes up to 15 years to get one off the shelves and into the people that need it? We’re here with all the answers you could possible need, and some you definitely don’t...  SCI GUYS 2021 CALENDAR: https://normalcitizen.store/products/the-sci-guys-official-calendar-2021 You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel: http:/...
1hr 26m Nov 30, 2020
1hr 26m
84: DeepSqueak: How to Speak to Rats
Ever wish you could understand what your pets are saying? DeepSqueak is bringing us one step closer to that... with rats and mice... We also have a very special guest featured this week... SCI GUYS 2021 CALENDAR: https://normalcitizen.store/products/the-sci-guys-official-calendar-2021 You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/SciGuys If you would like to supp...
59m Nov 23, 2020
59m
83: Many Worlds & Quantum Realms (with NoahFinnce)
This episode will definitely change your life!* NoahFinnce joins us this week as we delve into the multiverse and discover the weird science behind the Many Worlds Interpretation of Quantum Mechanics... *Just maybe not in this universe. CONTENT WARNING - S*icide mention between 52:30 and 56:58. Find Noah on his channel: http://www.youtube.com/noahfinnce You can WATCH the podcast over on ou...
1hr 9m Nov 16, 2020
1hr 9m
82: The Science of Stockholm Syndrome
Is Stockholm Syndrome real? The answer may not be as simple as you think, in fact it could even be an invention of the media... You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/SciGuys If you would like to support the podcast, please donate to our Patreon: http://patreon.com/SciGuys If you'd like to see more of us, follow our socials! Facebook http://facebook.com/Sc...
53m Nov 09, 2020
53m
81: Gene Editing with CRISPR
This week we chat about the genetic revolution and the ethics of editing human DNA... You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/SciGuys If you would like to support the podcast, please donate to our Patreon: http://patreon.com/SciGuys If you'd like to see more of us, follow our socials! Facebook http://facebook.com/SciGuysPod Twitter http://twitter.com/SciGu...
1hr 21m Nov 02, 2020
1hr 21m
80: The Science of ADHD (with Kim Nieuwenhuis)
This week Kim joins us as we give you the A to Z on ADHD... Find Kim on her YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/OhItsJustKim You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/SciGuys If you would like to support the podcast, please donate to our Patreon: http://patreon.com/SciGuys If you'd like to see more of us, follow our socials! Facebook http://facebook.com...
1hr 23m Oct 26, 2020
1hr 23m
79: The Laughing Death
There was a curious disease found in New Guinea, that caused a very odd pattern of deaths. The reason for the outbreak turned out to be very simple, but you won’t believe it... You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/SciGuys If you would like to support the podcast, please donate to our Patreon: http://patreon.com/SciGuys If you'd like to see more of us, fol...
50m Oct 19, 2020
50m
78: Misophonia: Sound Rage
Can’t stand the sound of people eating? You’re not alone... You might even have a medical condition! You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/SciGuys If you would like to support the podcast, please donate to our Patreon: http://patreon.com/SciGuys If you'd like to see more of us, follow our socials! Facebook http://facebook.com/SciGuysPod Twitter http://tw...
1hr 4m Oct 12, 2020
1hr 4m
77: Game Theory (with Evan Edinger)
This week Evan Edinger joins us to talk about game shows, A Beautiful Mind, and schizophrenia... Find Evan on his YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/evan You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/SciGuys If you would like to support the podcast, please donate to our Patreon: http://patreon.com/SciGuys If you'd like to see more of us, follow our socials! Fac...
1hr 9m Oct 05, 2020
1hr 9m
76: Mass Hysteria: The Dancing Plague
Our Patrons chose Mass Hysteria as the episode topic this week, so we’re talking about The Dancing Plague! In 1518 a French town was overcome with a contagious conclusion to dance til they dropped...  You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/SciGuys If you would like to support the podcast, please donate to our Patreon: http://patreon.com/SciGuys If you'd lik...
1hr 26m Sep 28, 2020
1hr 26m
75: Eugenics & Birth Control (with Bliss)
This week, Bliss joins us talk about sexy no kid, otherwise known as “the pill”. How was it invented? Who was behind it? How was Eugenics involved? You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/SciGuys If you would like to support the podcast, please donate to our Patreon: http://patreon.com/SciGuys If you'd like to see more of us, follow our socials! Facebook ht...
1hr 5m Sep 21, 2020
1hr 5m
74: The Psychedelic Disaster
Did the CIA spike a French Town? Or was it a case of contaminated bread? We might never know, but we do know that whatever happened resulted in a truly psychedelic disaster... You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/SciGuys If you would like to support the podcast, please donate to our Patreon: http://patreon.com/SciGuys If you'd like to see more of us, foll...
39m Sep 14, 2020
39m
73: Neuralink: Elon Musk's Brain Chip
This week Luke takes over to give us the lowdown on Elon Musk’s new venture that will hopefully link your mind to almost any kind of tech you could want! Are these brain chips dangerous? Can they meet the expectations Elon has set? Find out in this week’s episode on Neuralink! You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/SciGuys If you would like to support the po...
58m Sep 07, 2020
58m
72: The Stolen Cure for Leprosy
Ever heard of Alice Ball? No? There’s a pretty awful reason why you haven’t... This week’s episode has all the answers you need to one of the most scandalous stories you’ve never heard You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/SciGuys If you would like to support the podcast, please donate to our Patreon: http://patreon.com/SciGuys If you'd like to see more of...
34m Aug 31, 2020
34m
71: The Science of Bipolar Disorder
This week our patrons chose Bipolar Disorder as the topic for us to tackle! We ask some big questions and dispel some misconceptions as we get into the science of bipolar disorder. You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/SciGuys If you would like to support the podcast, please donate to our Patreon: http://patreon.com/SciGuys If you'd like to see more of us,...
53m Aug 24, 2020
53m
70: Feminism and Fossils
Finding fossils frequently for financial funding was Mary Anning’s sole source of income for most of her life, but she didn’t just find and sell fossils - she was one of the most accomplished palaeontologists of her time. Unfortunately she was also a woman, more specifically a woman from a lower class background, which meant that she did not receive the formal recognition she deserved in her li...
44m Aug 17, 2020
44m
69: The Science of Sex
It’s episode 69, you know what that means... This week we’re talking about the science of sex! Absolutely everything you need to know about the birds and the bees (including why you really shouldn’t look to them for advice)  You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/SciGuys If you would like to support the podcast, please donate to our Patreon: http://patreon.c...
1hr 48m Aug 10, 2020
1hr 48m
68: The Science of Tourette's
Tourette’s syndrome isn’t one of the most well known neurological disorders, and yet it is also one of the most misunderstood. This week we dive into the science behind Tourette’s , and bust all of the myths and misconceptions you might have heard... You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/SciGuys If you would like to support the podcast, please donate to our...
51m Aug 03, 2020
51m
67: The Science of Synesthesia
Can you see sounds? Smell letters? Feel colours? Synesthesia is a condition that links people’s senses, so some people in the word can actually do this! We discuss the science behind this (not so) super power... You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/SciGuys If you would like to support the podcast, please donate to our Patreon: http://patreon.com/SciGuys I...
1hr 15m Jul 27, 2020
1hr 15m
66: The Science of Ice Cream (with Matt Gray)
I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream - but have you ever wondered what makes ice cream ice cream? We’re here to answer all of the questions you might have on everyone’s favourite dessert Matt’s channel: https://www.youtube.com/MattGrayYES Will It Soft Serve? https://www.youtube.com/WillItSoftServe You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/SciGuys ...
59m Jul 20, 2020
59m
65: The Sexist Thalidomide Tragedy
Sexism in STEM is certainly a problem, this week we talk about a disastrous outcome of this bias. The Thalidomide scandal is an example of the dangers of poor testing and sheer recklessness.  You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/SciGuys If you would like to support the podcast, please donate to our Patreon: http://patreon.com/SciGuys If you'd like to see ...
51m Jul 13, 2020
51m
64: The Racist Syphilis Experiment
What happens when you mix America’s Public Health Service with 399 men with untreated syphilis? Nothing, for 40 years. That’s right, America secretly ran a study on black men just to see why would happen if they didn’t treat their deadly and transmissible disease. You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/SciGuys If you would like to support the podcast, please...
1hr 23m Jul 06, 2020
1hr 23m
63: Einstein and the Great Brain Robbery
Vote 'Sci Guys' for the Listeners' Choice Award: vote.sciguys.co.uk You’ve heard of Albert Einstein but do you know the story of his stolen brain? This week we talk about Einstein’s greatest work and some things they probably won’t have taught you in school... You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/SciGuys If you would like to support the podcast, please do...
1hr 5m Jun 29, 2020
1hr 5m
62: The Gay Gene: The Science of Being Gay (with Rowan Ellis)
What is it that makes people gay? Have scientists actually found a gay gene? What do dolphins have to do with it? This pride themed episode has all the answers you need!  You can see more from Rowan here: http://youtube.com/muppetmadness You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/SciGuys If you would like to support the podcast, please donate to our Patreon: ht...
1hr 7m Jun 22, 2020
1hr 7m
61: Trans Brains: The Science of Being Transgender (with NoahFinnce)
Is there a difference between male and female brains? Is that the cause of dysphoria? We delve into these questions and more with returning guest NoahFinnce! You can see more from Noah here: youtube.com/noahfinnce You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/SciGuys If you would like to support the podcast, please donate to our Patreon: http://patreon.com/SciGuys If...
59m Jun 15, 2020
59m
60: Why 5G is Dangerous
5G could open up a whole new world of technology, and fundamentally change the way we live our lives, but what are the dangers of this Promethean technology? This week we break down the REAL reason you should be worried about 5G... You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/SciGuys If you would like to support the podcast, please donate to our Patreon: http://patr...
53m Jun 08, 2020
53m
59: The Science of Deepfakes
Is truth dead in a world without video evidence? That’s just one of the questions we cover in this week’s episode on Deepfakes. This face swapping technology is still young, but it’s set to change the world... You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/SciGuys If you would like to support the podcast, please donate to our Patreon: http://patreon.com/SciGuys If you...
1hr 5m Jun 01, 2020
1hr 5m
58: Dissociative Identity Disorder
How many people can you fit in one head? We’re covering Dissociative Identity Disorder this week, a condition often misrepresented in media. Find out the science behind Split, Fight Club, and many more films! Thanks to our patrons for choosing this episode’s topic You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/SciGuys If you would like to support the podcast, please d...
59m May 25, 2020
59m
57: Bioplastics
Thank you to Clear On Plastics for sponsoring this week’s podcast. Make sure you play this weeks Quick Fire Quiz on the Clear on Plastics Instagram page here: https://bit.ly/SciGuysClearOnPlastics (It’ll be saved as a highlight for you to play)   You can find out more about bio-plastics here: https://bit.ly/bioPlastics You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/Sc...
41m May 18, 2020
41m
56: Life-Saving Bread
Did you know that bread could save your life? Alexander Fleming accidentally discovered penicillin and saved countless lives!  This week we cover the series of fortunate events that development of the first ever antibiotic... You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/SciGuys If you would like to support the podcast, please donate to our Patreon: http://patreon.co...
49m May 11, 2020
49m
55: The Griffith Griffith Observatory
You may know the Griffith Observatory from La La Land, but did you know the story of poison, betrayal, and attempted murder that led to its founding?  Corry gives you everything you need to know about his favourite place in the world, The Griffith Observatory! You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/SciGuys If you would like to support the podcast, please donat...
54m May 04, 2020
54m
54: Clever Hans
Can horses count to 10? What about recognise Mozart, read, write, or do sums? Clever Hans could do them all, or at least he convinced the people around him that he could! You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/SciGuys If you would like to support the podcast, please donate to our Patreon: http://patreon.com/SciGuys If you'd like to see more of us, follow our s...
40m Apr 27, 2020
40m
53: Climate Change
It’s been a whole year of Sci Guys, so we thought we’d do our most requested topic. Get ready to learn everything you need to know about Climate Change!  You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/SciGuys If you would like to support the podcast, please donate to our Patreon: http://patreon.com/SciGuys If you'd like to see more of us, follow our socials! Facebook ...
1hr 54m Apr 20, 2020
1hr 54m
52: You'll Like This Episode
We’re always reminded to smash that like button but what does it actually mean to like things? That’s what we want to know... You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/SciGuys If you would like to support the podcast, please donate to our Patreon: http://patreon.com/SciGuys If you'd like to see more of us, follow our socials! Facebook http://facebook.com/SciGuysP...
54m Apr 13, 2020
54m
51: The Trimates
Charlie’s Angels, The Powerpuff Girls, Destiny’s Child - three amazing groups of women. This week, we’re talking about a trio that trumps them all (at least in primatology). In this triptych, we tell the stories of three women who pushed their field farther than anyone else in history. This is the story of the Trimates - Jane Goodall, Dian Fossey, and Birutė Galdikas You can WATCH the podcast o...
49m Apr 06, 2020
49m
50: The Science of Immortality
Do you want to live forever?  This week we talk about the immortal jellyfish, brain back ups, and all of the different ways humans could become immortal!  You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/SciGuys If you would like to support the podcast, please donate to our Patreon: http://patreon.com/SciGuys If you'd like to see more of us, follow our socials! Facebook...
1hr Mar 30, 2020
1hr
49: The Science of COVID-19
Our very first redux! Since our last episode the coronavirus has raced around the globe. Panic and misinformation are spreading like wildfire. It’s hard to know what’s true and what’s not. That’s why, this week, we’ve answered all of your questions about COVID-19 with just the facts! This information is correct as of 17/3/20 You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel: http://youtube....
1hr 17m Mar 23, 2020
1hr 17m