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Probably Science

Andy Wood, Matt Kirshen
Comedy
Stand-Up Comedy
Moshe Kasher
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Professional comedians with so-so STEM pedigrees take you through this week in science. Incompetently. Featuring hosts Matt Kirshen, Andy Wood (and sometimes Jesse Case or Brooks Wheelan) along with a rotating cast of special guests from the worlds of comedy and science.

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Latest Episodes

Comedian Adam Burke (@atpburke) joins Andy, Jesse and Matt to talk about Adam's new comedy special Unamerican, debunking the Stanford Prison Experiment, classic '80s Arnold movies, Matt and Jesse performing together in Nashville, the preacher who sho... more

Comedian/writer/NPR host Ophira Eisenberg (@ophirae) joins Andy, Jesse and Matt to talk about her podcast Parenting Is a Joke, her upcoming special produced by Lewis Black, the effect of venting on anger, a rage room show Andy worked on, why you shou... more

Comedian Jess Zenisek (@jeffzenisek) joins Andy, Jesse and Matt to talk about tennis, homophobic sports stereotypes, Jesse's new ski persona, Mr. Wizard, Jeff's hair care regimen, a tiny tyrannosaur, a better rock-paper-scissors strategy, gray hair's... more

Comedian/playwright Drew Droege (@drew_droege) joins Matt, Jesse and Andy to talk about his new off-Broadway play Messy White Gays, X-ray NBA poker fraud and why birds sing after a solar eclipse.

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Recent Guests

Ophira Eisenberg
Comedian and host of Parenting Is a Joke podcast, known for her voice on Ask Me Another
Ask Me Another, NPR
Episode: Episode 586 - Ophira Eisenberg
Jeff Zenisek
Comedian and podcaster.
Episode: Episode 585 - Jeff Zenisek
Drew Droege
Actor, writer, and comedian known for his work in theater and comedy.
Messy White Gays
Episode: Episode 584 - Drew Droege
Mehran Khaghani
Comedian and recently naturalized US citizen with an interest in science and public health
Episode: Episode 583 - Mehran Khaghani
Jen Kober
Comedian and actor known for her role in The Mandalorian
Episode: Episode 582 - Jen Kober
Anjali Tripathi
Astrophysicist, NASA's Exoplanet Science Ambassador, and JPL employee
NASA/JPL
Episode: Episode 581 - NASA Exoplanet Science Ambassador Anjali Tripathi
Michelle Murphy
Comedian and professional pickleball player, formerly wrongfully convicted for a crime she did not commit.
Episode: Episode 580 - Michelle Murphy
Ken Reid
Comedian and host of TV Guidance Counselor
TV Guidance Counselor
Episode: Episode 579 - Ken Reid
Ryan O'Flanagan
Comedian and actor, known for appearances in various TV shows.
Independent Comedian
Episode: Episode 578 - Ryan O'Flanagan

Hosts

Andy Wood
Co-host known for his engaging style and humor; frequently discusses topics relating to science and comedy.
Matt Kirshen
Co-host and comedian with a focus on communicating complex scientific ideas humorously; active in the comedy space.
Jesse Case
Co-host and comedian who brings a distinctive voice and humor, often engaging in discussions about personal experiences and science.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • Probably Politics?

    I started from the very beginning and I'm now up to December 2016. They were great all the way up to the 2016 election cycle when Probably Science turned into Probably Politics. I'm interested in science and comedy and would love for this to be the advertised Comedy/Science podcaat. I don't care about the hosts political views one way or the other. I don't care about anybody's political views to the point that I don't want to hear about anybody's political views. You don't like Trump? Great. Ev... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Blachloch
    United States8 days ago
  • Live broadcast audio is terrible. Audience is louder than hosts.

    Podcast Addict
    2
    Charliezimbali
    8 months ago
  • Just a really good time

    If you already like reading the random science news on yahoo, you’ll love these funny guys probably talk about them

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Thunderfight
    Canada8 months ago
  • Love the show!

    Comedy + science is right up my alley.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stolen_pillow
    United Statesa year ago
  • Science-adjacent silliness

    Probably the podcast I’ve been listening to the longest and still one of my faves. A mix of interesting science news retold in a non-boring way, plus a bunch of rambling silliness by fun guys and their interesting guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lizziebean42
    Canadaa year ago

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The podcast is recognized for its unique ability to discuss complex scientific topics in an entertaining way.
Many appreciate the variety of guests, enjoying how they contribute to both educational and humorous dialogues.
Listeners appreciate the engaging combination of humor and science, noting the hosts' chemistry and wit as key strengths.

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Talking Points

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Episode 586 - Ophira Eisenberg
Q: What's your background in science, Ophira? What do you got?
Ophira shares that she feels comfortable around doctors due to her experiences as a child recovering from a serious accident and later worked in biology and chemistry labs during high school.
Episode 584 - Drew Droege
Q: What is your background in science?
Drew shares that he made good grades and initially thought about being a veterinarian but found his true passion in acting.
Episode 585 - Jeff Zenisek
Q: What, if anything, is your background in science?
Zenisek mentions enjoying science and reminisces about watching the Mr. Wizard show, but mostly his upbringing was sports-focused.
Episode 578 - Ryan O'Flanagan
Q: Ryan, what's your background in science? Anything? Your favorite classes as a kid?
He mentions enjoying math and experimenting, but not being very good at science classes.
Episode 574 - Josh Gondelman
Q: What, if anything, is your background in science?
Josh Gondelman shares his experiences, explaining that he had a fascination for science in high school but leaned more towards the narrative aspects rather than purely the theoretical.

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This podcast blends humor with scientific exploration, featuring hosts who navigate through recent scientific news and concepts in an entertaining way. With a range of topics that includes everything from the latest developments in exoplanet science to humorous tales from the comedy world, episodes are infused with witty banter and engaging discussions that often involve notable guests from both science and comedy. Listeners can expect a unique experience that keeps learning light-hearted without sacrificing depth, making it appealing to those who appreciate a blend of intellect and humor.

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1. Ophira Eisenberg
2. Jeff Zenisek
3. Drew Droege
4. Mehran Khaghani
5. Jen Kober
6. Anjali Tripathi
7. Michelle Murphy
8. Ken Reid

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