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Probably Science

Andy Wood, Matt Kirshen
Comedy
Stand-Up Comedy
Moshe Kasher
Letterman Show
Tornado Prediction
Psych Research
Astronomy
The Party
Shane Torres
Artificial Intelligence
Female Comedian
Hasidic Judaism
Subculture Vulture
American Sign Language
Rave Culture
ADHD
Halloween
Science
Anger
Nostrils

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 Jackie Kashian (@jackiekashian) returns to the show to talk with Jesse and Matt about her new standup special Alter-Kashian, huge amounts of hydrogen inside the Earth's core, weird things yawning does in your brain and a possible universal v... more

Comedian and former marine biologist Forrest Shaw (@forrestshaw) returns to the show to talk with Matt, Andy and Jesse about his new live show The Ocean Hates You, his addiction podcast I've Got A Problem, bonnethead sharks, the rise of online sports... more

Comedian Aisha Alfa (@aishaalfa) joins Jesse, Andy and Matt to talk about comedy in Winnipeg, Jesse's Megyn Kelly-loved Olympics tweet, the cult movie Phantom of the Paradise, Andy's family friend Olympic ice dancer, the German word for a living stor... more

Comedian David Huntsberger returns to the show to talk with Matt, Jesse and Andy about his podcast Intercepts, his new platform The Endless Abyss, the lost art of sketch comedy albums, the world's worst redaction, Redactle, how dogs build their vocab... more

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Recent Guests

Jackie Kashian
Comedian, guest on the episode
Alter-Kashian (special on YouTube)
Episode: Episode 597 - Jackie Kashian
Aisha Alfa
Canadian comedian based in Los Angeles, known for her performances and appearances on various comedy shows
Comics Unleashed, Roast Battles Canada
Episode: Episode 595 - Aisha Alfa
David Huntsberger
Comedian and host of Intercepts, formerly on Professor Blastoff
Intercepts
Episode: Episode 594 - David Huntsberger
Diya Basrai
Stand-up comedian and PhD student in neuroscience
Northwestern University
Episode: Episode 593 - Diya Basrai
Jon Stringer
Comedian and host of a new special on Drybar
Drybar Comedy
Episode: Episode 592 - Jon Stringer
Imaan Hadchiti
Super funny comic known from Edinburgh trips.
Episode: Episode 591 - Imaan Hadchiti
Waen Shepherd
Comedian, actor, and musician known for his character Gary Le Strange
Episode: Episode 590 - Waen Shepherd
Chris Duffy
Comedian and author of 'Humor Me'
Episode: Episode 589 - Chris Duffy
Buddy Fitzpatrick
Comic and actor known for his role on The Sopranos.
Episode: Episode 588 - Buddy Fitzpatrick

Hosts

Matt Kirshen
Co-host and comedian
Andy Wood
Co-host and comedian
Jesse Case
Co-host and comedian

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • So Good

    Great show covering science by jokers who know how to science and be funny!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MBug73
    United States2 months ago
  • Probably Politics?

    I started from the very beginning and I'm now up to August 2017. 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 podcast. 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. Even... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Blachloch
    United States2 months ago
  • 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 States3 months ago
  • Live broadcast audio is terrible. Audience is louder than hosts.

    Podcast Addict
    2
    Charliezimbali
    a year 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
    Canadaa year ago

Listeners Say

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Some feedback indicates a desire for a stronger focus on science over political commentary and current events.
The podcast effectively combines humor with scientific discussions, appealing to those who appreciate wit and an entertaining take on educational content.
Many appreciate the variety of guests that bring different perspectives to the show, enriching the discussions with unique insights.
Listeners enjoy the light-hearted banter among hosts and find their chemistry enjoyable and engaging.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 593 - Diya Basrai
Q: What specific area of neuroscience do you study?
I'm focused on motor control and how the brain plans and executes movements.
Episode 592 - Jon Stringer
Q: What do you think about using poisons in hunting?
Discussed traditional usage of poisons and hunting strategies.
Episode 592 - Jon Stringer
Q: What is your background in science?
Jon recounts a love for astronomy and various childhood experiments.
Episode 588 - Buddy Fitzpatrick
Q: Buddy, what do you think about whether monogamy is actually something that we are wired to do or something we force ourselves to do?
Buddy suggests that while he considers himself loyal and monogamous, he recognizes that this could be challenged if presented with certain situations, hinting at the complexities of human relationships.
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.

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The content features a seamless blend of comedy and science, making complex topics accessible and entertaining. With a rotating cast of comedians and science enthusiasts, the conversation often traverses diverse themes such as marine biology, neuroscience, and artificial intelligence, alongside the latest in scientific news and personal anecdotes. Distinctively, the comedic approach of the hosts infuses humor into discussions, creating a lively atmosphere that attracts listeners interested in both humor and science-related material. The podcast stands out for its engaging dialogue, insightful guests, and the hosts' ability to intertwine light-hearted banter with insightful commentary on various scientific disciplines.

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Recent guests on Probably Science include:

1. Jackie Kashian
2. Aisha Alfa
3. David Huntsberger
4. Diya Basrai
5. Jon Stringer
6. Imaan Hadchiti
7. Waen Shepherd
8. Chris Duffy

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