Ologies with Alie Ward
Alie WardVolcanoes. Trees. Drunk butterflies. Mars missions. Slug sex. Death. Beauty standards. Anxiety busters. Beer science. Bee drama. Take away a pocket full of science knowledge and charming, bizarre stories about what fuels these professional -ologists' obsessions. Humorist and science correspondent Alie Ward asks smart people stupid questions and the answers might change your life.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 473 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ComedyScience | |||
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Are you creepy? How would you know? What’s “creepy” as opposed to scary or eerie? We talk to the pioneer of this research, Serpopsychologist, Dr. Frank McAndrew, a professor emeritus at Knox College. We chat: dates that give you the willies, Weary Wi... more
Storming the Bastille. Facing off with tanks. Canceling a streaming subscription.
We’re talking protests, boycotts, insurrections, and demonstrations. Scholar, professor, and actual real life Revolutionologist Dr. Jack Goldstone lays out the whys –... more
Pigs with human kidneys. Iron lungs. Bionic prostheses. And bendable genitals. Mary Roach is here, and Alie is freaking out. Over the last two decades, this science icon has written seven New York Times bestsellers, including Stiff, Bonk, Gulp, and P... more
Porcelain. Earthenware. China. Archaeology. Stoneware. Anthropology. Amphora. Throwing wheels. We got it all. Master potters, history aficionados and Potted History’s icons Sarah Lord Taylor and Graham Taylor are here for our 8th anniversary episode.... more
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In true ADHD fashion I’ve had the intention to write a review when I started listening almost 2 years ago while Door Dashing through one of the most difficult seasons of my life. Your show gave me so much joy during those wild hours behind the wheel. Something to focus on that helped me anchor into learning, keeping my brain busy from worrying or overthinking. I CRIED when you went to chase the eclipse and you included the audio of you witnessing it…that really got me. And more recently you rele... more
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United States25 days ago - Hoorayology! 🤯
Hoorayology! I am so ecstatic I discovered this podcast early this year and have been listening (in consecutive order), catching up to the present. Almost there! A bit of a time capsule/time machine. I’m a professor/creative, and my brain feels inspired and bigger for it. I love the randomness of the topics. I think you figured out a formula to keep listener interest. And don’t stop cursing please (NYC dweller here). I listen to you whenever I can, and daily during my workout as a way to exercis... more
Apple Podcasts5DieDieDiana?United Statesa month ago - The only podcast I recommend to people in my dreams.
Seriously. Twice now I have recommended this podcast to people in a dream.
Apple Podcasts5Recommended in DreamsUnited Statesa month ago - The Voice you Want to Hear
If you ever wake up in a chaotic scary nightmare, just pop on your headphones so Alie can remind you that the world is filled with fathers and daughters making historical pottery and pigeons laying eggs in hallways and black holes, and it’s all just freaking amazeballs!
Apple Podcasts5DiPhi374United Statesa month ago - Love this podcast!
Amazing! Love the story’s! Also may I request a red panda episode?
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Spotify | #158 | United States/Top Podcasts |
Spotify | #3 | United States/Science |
Spotify | #111 | United States/Trending |
Apple Podcasts | #204 | United States/Top Podcasts |
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Spotify | #124 |  Canada/Top Podcasts |
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What is Ologies about and what kind of topics does it cover?
This podcast features in-depth conversations that explore a diverse range of scientific topics through the lens of passionate experts known as -ologists. The host showcases a knack for asking engaging questions that bring to life quirky, amusing anecdotes alongside serious scientific discussion. Topics span across various fields, including ecology, medicine, psychology, and literature, revealing how these disciplines intersect with everyday life. Each episode is a blend of education and entertainment, aiming to enlighten listeners while provoking thought and laughter. Notably, the unique format encourages guests to share not only their expertise but also personal reflections and stories that humanize complex subjects, making science accessi... more
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1. Smologies with Alie Ward
2. Radiolab
3. Science Vs
4. The Weirdest Thing I Learned This Week
5. Completely Arbortrary
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Ologies launched 8 years ago and published 473 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Ologies include:
1. Dr. Jack Goldstone
2. Mary Roach
3. Dr. Aaron Boster
4. Dr. Sam Montano
5. Dr. Kim Wood
6. Matt Lanza
7. Jenny Benjamin
8. Dr. Nadia Sledge
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