Earlier this week China's moon rover landed on Earth with samples of moon rocks, the first in a few decades. But with this incredible accomplishment you can hear the voices echoing over the internet saying the moon landing was fake and staged by NASA. In this episode, we discuss the claims made by those who think the moon landing was a hoax. Transcript Photo of Buzz Aldrin taken by Neil Armstrong Check out our brand new merch and score some sweet Jerry swag! We're a Goodpods Guru in Science! Fol...
Dec 22, 2020•30 min•Season 2Ep. 9
Have you heard that men are more rational and women are more emotional? Maybe that men have better visuospatial skills than women? There are a lot of ideas and misconceptions about how the brains of men and women differ. But is there any truth behind it? In this podcast episode, we discuss the myths and misconceptions about neurological brain differences between genders and how they may or may not influence behavior. Also, I'm pretty sure we don't curse in this episode, but I marked it explicit ...
Dec 15, 2020•24 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Look up at the sky and you'll see white streaks as planes fly by. But to some, those clouds left behind the plane aren't harmless. There's speculation that there is a super secret government plan to spray us with chemicals to control our minds, control the population, destroy food and manipulate the stock market. But what are they really? In this episode we look at chemtrails! Transcript Check out our brand new merch and score some sweet Jerry swag! We're a Goodpods Guru in Science! Follow us on...
Dec 08, 2020•22 min•Season 2Ep. 7
It’s common knowledge that we have five senses. But is that all we have? People make mention of a sixth sense all the time. In this podcast episode we explore the idea of the sixth sense and discuss how many senses humans actually possess. Without spoiling the episode, we have a lot more than six senses! Also, if you're interested in seeing nightmare fuel , check out the sensory homunculus picture we posted on our website! Transcript Check out our brand new merch and score some sweet Jerry swag!...
Dec 01, 2020•25 min•Season 2Ep. 6
Another week, another podcast episode about vaccines. There's so many myths and misconceptions surrounding the Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines that we had to cover them. Topics in this episode range from herd immunity and clinical trials skipping phases, all the way to vaccines are just a tool to make you an atheist. These are all things we've seen on Twitter or questions we got from listeners. Have a science question you want answered? Let us know using any of the links below! Transcript C...
Nov 24, 2020•25 min•Season 2Ep. 5
It's flu season which means you can't open your computer without being told to consume 90 glasses of orange juice a day to get all the Vitamin C your body can handle. But does Vitamin C actually help with immunity and preventing the flu? How does Vitamin C work and what are some ways we can protect ourselves from the flu? In this podcast episode we go through the research and give you some answers and dispel some common science misconceptions. We also read some real tweets and oh boy are they go...
Nov 17, 2020•23 min•Season 2Ep. 4
The 2020 Presidential Election has come and gone and as many scientific and environmental groups had hoped, Joe Biden won. To celebrate such a historic win, we thought it would be fun to discuss our top 5 favorite science myths and misconceptions spread by President Trump. We also go into detail on what we would like to see from the Biden administration on how to promote science and restore faith in the government over the next four years. Finally, we touch on what to do if you make a claim, doi...
Nov 10, 2020•27 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Halloween might have passed but we still wanted to get in on the fun! This week we're looking at the idea of why are kids so creepy? This was a listener suggestion from Chris W. so thank you very much for the idea! We dive into some creepy stories and discuss the Uncanny Valley phenomenon to explain why kids (and realistic robots) can be so creepy. If you want to see the Uncanny Valley in action, head to our website and click on today's episode. The episode picture is a creep life-like robot. If...
Nov 03, 2020•26 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Flu season is officially here which means all the anti-vaxxers will be crawling out from their disease ridden holes to tell us how unsafe vaccines are. Some have been citing a study that suggests the flu vaccine will increase the chances of catching the coronavirus. But is that true? We also discuss how vaccines are made, what information the CDC and FDA use in their decisions, and so much more! Transcript You can support our show by becoming a Patreon member - your support helps keep our show a...
Oct 27, 2020•24 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Lauren and I got married this past weekend (16Oct2020)! We’re exhausted from the wedding so we’re taking a break this week. We didn’t want to leave you with nothing, so we recorded what our experience planning a wedding was like during the pandemic. It’s a casual conversation about what we dealt with and how we handled it. There’s so much more that we could have discussed but this episode just covers the major stuff. If you want to see pictures click on the link below to go to our website! Next ...
Oct 20, 2020•38 min•Season 1Ep. 51
Have you ever donated clothes into one of those big drop off containers? Do you know if those clothes were ever sent to a family who needed them? In this episode we talk about some of the myths and misconceptions about fast fashion, donating clothes, and how to improve your carbon footprint while still slaying. By the way, we're not suggesting to stop donating clothes - just choose where you donate more carefully so the clothes don't end up in an incinerator! Link to Episode Transcript: https://...
Oct 13, 2020•27 min•Season 1Ep. 50
The Nobel Prize is a monumental achievement and is awarded yearly in six different disciplines (chemistry, physics, medicine or physiology, literature, peace, and economics). This year's recipients for medicine or physiology was announced on October 5, 2020. The individuals who won due to their discovery of a virus that confused doctors for years. We're talking about hepatitis C. Link to Episode Transcript: https://www.justnascience.com/show-notes/episode-49-2020-nobel-prize-awarded-for-the-disc...
Oct 06, 2020•24 min•Season 1Ep. 49
Are mermaids real, and if so, what drove their evolution? In this episode we examine the 2011 documentary Mermaids: The Body Found and explain what is legit and what you should be skeptical of. If you've never seen this before, it's a compelling tale of a completely fake group of scientists trying to crack a government coverup. But not only is it just a movie, people actually believe it. NOAA got so many complaints they had to make an official statement. Link to Episode Transcript: https://www.j...
Sep 29, 2020•23 min•Season 1Ep. 48
You get bit by a snake, your first reaction is: try and suck the venom out? Catch the snake that bit you? Run around panicking that you just got bit? If you answered yes or any of these then you congratulations, you don't know how to treat a snake bite! But don't worry, we explain what the experts suggest you do. We also cover popular myths and misconceptions about peeing on a jellyfish sting and Lauren tells a tale about how a tiny bee sting almost lead to her needing surgery. Link to Episode T...
Sep 22, 2020•26 min•Season 1Ep. 47
A research paper published yesterday (14Sep2020) claims phosphine gas is present in the clouds of Venus. Here on Earth the only sources of phosphine gas are microbes, geochemistry, and manufacturing. To our knowledge there is nothing in the clouds or atmosphere that would cause production of phosphine gas leaving biological production a real possibility. But if there is alien life, would it look like us? Lauren and I discuss how natural selection and evolution may be different in aliens than hum...
Sep 15, 2020•29 min•Season 1Ep. 46
Depression can affect anyone and can be a serious mental health issue. During the global pandemic and other once in a lifetime events we've seen more people reporting symptoms of depression. But what exactly is Major Depressive Disorder, how do you get diagnosed, what causes it and what are some treatments? We answer all of those questions and talk about some Twitter remedies in this episode. Link to Episode Transcript: https://www.justnascience.com/show-notes/episode-45-nature-and-depression Yo...
Sep 08, 2020•28 min•Season 1Ep. 45
Almost half of all Americans tried to lose weight in the past year. But with so many health and nutrition myths and misconceptions, it's hard to know what to believe. In this podcast episode we speak with registered dietitian and certified personal trainer Amanda Hookom about different health myths. Amanda is also a YouTuber , blogger , and Twitch streamer so make sure you check out her channels! Link to Episode Transcript: https://www.justnascience.com/show-notes/episode-44-health-myths-with-ho...
Sep 01, 2020•28 min•Season 1Ep. 44
Summer is coming to a close and many teachers and families still don't know what school will look like this fall. In this podcast episode we provide a brief COVID-19 update, talk about an interesting experiment in Germany, and the possibility of children to be "super spreaders" for the coronavirus. Link to Episode Transcript: https://www.justnascience.com/show-notes/episode-43-should-children-return-to-school-this-fall You can support our show by becoming a Patreon member - your support helps ke...
Aug 25, 2020•27 min•Season 1Ep. 43
Last episode Lauren and I discussed our thoughts on whether or not humans are naturally violent. We even shared some anecdotal evidence as well. This week, we see what the research and experts say. We discuss ideas from Enlightenment Era philosophers and research from anthropologists, and zoologists. Use the links below to connect with us on social media and let us know your thoughts on the topic! Link to Episode Transcript: https://www.justnascience.com/show-notes/episode-42-are-humans-violent-...
Aug 18, 2020•28 min•Season 1Ep. 42
If you watch the news, read the paper, or just browse Twitter; you will undoubtedly find some coverage of protests, riots, crime, and other acts of violence. With all of the current tensions and issues in our country and decades long violence in other parts of the world, Lauren and I look to answer the question: are humans violent by nature? This topic will be broken up over two weeks. This week we discuss our thoughts and feelings based on anecdotal evidence and history while next week will be ...
Aug 11, 2020•32 min•Season 1Ep. 41
Lauren and I decided to postpone our wedding due to COVID-19. But while talking about the wedding, we started discussing monogamy and human evolution of it. In this podcast episode we discuss animals that mate for life and what that actually means for humans. We also talk about why humans may or may not be best suited for a lifetime together. Everyone has heard of the 7 year itch, but is that a myth? This is a weird episode and none of this translates to your individual relationship. We are only...
Aug 04, 2020•34 min•Season 1Ep. 40
There is so much going on in the world of science and medicine. Coronavirus cases continue to climb in the US while pharmaceutical companies race to find a treatment and vaccine. But as with any medical treatment, a decision must be made: take the new vaccine or to not take the vaccine. This week’s podcast episode we interviewed Dr. Tayla Miron-Shatz about how we make medical decisions. Link to Episode Transcript: https://www.justnascience.com/show-notes/episode-39-medical-decision-making Get in...
Jul 28, 2020•36 min•Season 1Ep. 39
The number of COVID-19 cases continues to rise every day in the US. In this week's podcast episode, we give some updates on the coronavirus and also discuss some of the possible reasons why Americans are so against wearing a mask. Link to Episode Transcript: https://www.justnascience.com/show-notes/episode-38-coronavirus-update You can support our show by becoming a Patreon member - your support helps keep our show ad-free. Want to interact with us live? Follow us on Twitch ! Click here to watch...
Jul 21, 2020•26 min•Season 1Ep. 38
Everybody loves dinosaurs. I mean, who hasn’t seen every Jurassic Park movie? But, are the dinosaurs shown in the movie close to what dinosaurs were really like? In this podcast episode we discuss some of the myths and common misconceptions surrounding dinosaurs, the environment in which they lived, and how they may have gone extinct. Link to episode transcript: https://www.justnascience.com/show-notes/episode-37-dinosaurs You can support our show by becoming a Patreon member - your support help...
Jul 14, 2020•25 min•Season 1Ep. 37
Have you ever taken a Buzzfeed quiz to see which side of your brain is dominant? Maybe someone told you that you're so right brained. The truth about brain dominance is that it's half true. This is one of those not-so-rare times in science where we're not fully sure. The brain is extremely complicated so it's not surprising we don't know entirely how it works. There are many aspects of consciousness and personality that we simply haven't discovered yet. Until then, we have to stick with the info...
Jul 07, 2020•23 min•Season 1Ep. 36
The Sars-COV-2 coronavirus has been a worldwide issue for 6 months now. We thought it would be interesting to talk about what we learned in the past half year, COVID-19 updates from different states in the United States, and how our original predictions aged. We'll listen to some short clips way back from Episode 10, talk about people's attitudes and perceptions of the pandemic, and end with a brief talk on some different clinical trials that are currently taking place. You can support our show ...
Jun 30, 2020•24 min•Season 1Ep. 35
It was recently Father's Day here in the United States so we thought it would be fun to answer some confusing pregnancy questions from Yahoo Answers and talk about how paternity tests work! Warning: We talk about sexual content in this episode. If you're sensitive to that kind of material, this episode may not be for you. You can support our show by becoming a Patreon member - your support helps keep our show ad-free. Want to interact with us live? Follow us on Twitch ! Click here to watch our c...
Jun 23, 2020•27 min•Season 1Ep. 34
We wouldn’t be a very good educational podcast if we never talked about education. Our guest Tim Tanner, a science teacher in Mississippi, talks to us about some of the challenges about teaching science in the Bible Belt and some ways he fosters student curiosity. On the side Tim is involved in local film production and wants everyone to check out an upcoming film called Texas Red that is set to air on Video on Demand or Amazon Prime. You can check out the IMdB page to get some details before it...
Jun 16, 2020•36 min•Season 1Ep. 33
You've seen the Matrix. You've seen posts on social media about "glitches in the matrix". You may have even experienced one for yourself! But is there any truth to this? Well, honestly we have no idea. It's sort of impossible to figure out but we can still have fun talking about it! We also talk about robots and research about our brains controlling stuff just by thinking about it. You can support our show by becoming a Patreon member - your support helps keep our show ad-free. Want to interact ...
Jun 10, 2020•25 min•Season 1Ep. 32
In honor of SpaceX's successful landing at the International Space Station, we interviewed Kim Mancharia. She serves as the community manager for TruSat , an open-source satellite tracking tool. Ever want to know where satellites and stuff are? Well, now you can with TruSat. It's surprisingly easy (that's what Kim said anyway, we haven't tried it ourselves yet). You can support our show by becoming a Patreon member - your support helps keep our show ad-free. Want to interact with us live? Follow...
Jun 03, 2020•32 min•Season 1Ep. 31
