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Recreational Science

Scientafic
Dogs
Ethics
Beards (facial Hair)
Cannabis
Swearing
Elephants
Placebo
Meat Consumption
Dominant, Open, Non-Verbal Displace (manspreading)
Moral Status Of Animals
Graphene
Clown Doctors / Clowning In Medicine
UFC / Mixed Martial Arts
Self-Experimentation In Medicine
Beards In Microbiology Labs
Batman (character)
Garlic
Face Processing
Ovulatory Cycle Effects On Tip Earnings By Lap Dancers
Guns, Testosterone and Aggression

RecSciPod: the podcast where funny scientists discuss funny science. Hosted by Lu and Tirth, two goofs (with MD/PhDs) who love to talk science and make each other laugh. In each episode, the two tell each other about one of the funniest, wackiest, and most provocative studies they stumble upon. Join us for an amusing mix of science and comedy, because the silly, weird, and ridiculous science exper... more

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Season 2 will premier on May 19, 2026. We're fairly sure. Probably. Who knows?

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In this bonus RecSci Quick Bites episode, Lu and Tirth discuss a medical use of bacon, the relationship between penis size and sports cars, the effectiveness of rollercoasters in passing kidney stones, the long-term effects of knuckle cracking, surna... more

In this bonus episode of RecSci Quick Bites, Lu and Tirth discuss more funny studies they didn’t get to talk about at length during season one. These include making knives out of poop, performing colonoscopy on yourself, reasons why babies are so sma... more

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Tirth
Tirth, host and co-presenter focused on recreational science and critical discussion of studies; associated with Scientafic/RecSciPod and closely tied to the show's science-communication angle.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 3 ratings
  • Edutainment at its best!

    This podcast is amazing! What a hidden gem. It’s a great concept with awesome hosts who have wonderful chemistry. Funny, entertaining, and intriguing…a hard combo to pull off but these guys did it. Can’t recommend it enough!

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    Clydedog1
    United Statesa year ago

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Consistently entertaining and informative for science-lovers and curious general audiences alike.
Engaging banter and chemistry between hosts keeps complex studies approachable.
Great for curious minds who want to understand how research works, not just results.
Smart, skeptical breakdowns of methods add credibility with humor.

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#190
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#246
France/Science
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#101
Belgium/Science
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#116
Brazil/Science
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#117
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#119
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Two science comedians explore funny, odd, and provocative studies with a focus on unpacking methodology and real-world implications. Episodes mix rapid-fire explanations of quirky papers with banter, skepticism about study design, and practical takeaways for listeners curious about how research actually works. The show often relies on a duo format without guests, making complex topics approachable, entertaining, and suitable for audiences that enjoy science communication with humor. A notable through-line is critical thinking about research design, bias, and interpretation, packaged in a light, irreverent vibe that still highlights substantive ideas and credible sources.

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