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Ever wonder if your pet is lying to you, what's inside a black hole, or whether you'd survive being cryogenically frozen? With infectious curiosity, cartoonist and former roboticist Jorge Cham makes science fun and accessible as he answers your biggest questions on the ScienceStuff podcast.

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Recent Guests

Steven Ives
Lead researcher on Exploring the Bob Ross Effect study
Skidmore College, Health and Human Physiological Sciences
Episode: BONUS: The Bob Ross Effect
Dr. Smithy Nathan
Archaeologist trained at NYU, public educator, foodie
University/NYU (implied)
Episode: What Did People Eat 3000 Years Ago?
Neelima Sharma
Biologist and researcher
University College London
Episode: Why Do Our Knuckles Crack?
Vinny Suja
Researcher specializing in bubble physics
Wyss Institute, Harvard University
Episode: Why Do Our Knuckles Crack?
Gage Crump
Researcher interviewed about evolution of synovial joints
Episode: Why Do Our Knuckles Crack?
Dr. Sarah Robbins
Professor and the co-director of the Cognition Agency and Intelligence Center at Purdue University
Purdue University
Episode: Why Do People Forget Memories?
Dr. Daniella Palombo
Professor of Psychology at the University of British Columbia
University of British Columbia
Episode: Why Do People Forget Memories?
Dr. Mark Bekoff
Professor of ecology and evolutionary biology at the University of Colorado in Boulder
University of Colorado
Episode: Do Animals Have a Sense of Humor?
Dr. Isabel Laumer
Cognitive biologist studying intelligence and emotions in animals, specifically great apes
Max Planck Institute of Animal Behavior
Episode: Do Animals Have a Sense of Humor?

Host

Jorge Cham
Host of Science Stuff, known for making science engaging and accessible through humor and expert interviews.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 159 ratings
  • Science is Good

    A lot of good science with bright informative topics. Fuel for thought and understanding how the World works, no pseudoscience and other detritus without theoretical qualification.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Splurben
    Australia2 months ago
  • Why

    The best podcast for ads with intermittent science

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    etfei
    United States3 months ago
  • Host’s pronounced lisp is distracting

    To make a podcast palatable to the ears and make it one that people will come return to again and again, the host has to have a good voice, enunciation and cadence. The host here, while it’s not their fault, has a pronounced lisp, which is distracting from the content. The host should find a new career where their lisp is not a determinant.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Ddghjjjgggfrxchh
    Canada6 months ago
  • Great podcast!

    Each question is broken down very clearly, and Jorge’s curiosity makes it fun to follow along. I also appreciate how they bring credible and engaging experts in each topic.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Abc_8976
    United States6 months ago
  • Science stuff review

    Great mixture of hard science and fun and fanciful dialog. Not so sure all the facts presented are in fact factual, but enough of them were to make this podcast very listenable.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    s_t-eve
    United States6 months ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the intriguing and accessible nature of the content, often highlighting the engaging discussions with expert guests.
Overall, the educational value and fun approach to complex subjects are frequently praised, emphasizing the podcast's unique blend of humor and science.
Some express concerns about the frequency and length of advertisements interrupting the listening experience.

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#227
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#81
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

BONUS: The Bob Ross Effect
Q: What do you think it is about Bob Ross that causes the effect?
Dr. Ives suggests it could be a combination of the visual storytelling, the painterly cadence, and the soothing voice, with an auditory component contributing to a relaxing state, though long-term effects require more research.
BONUS: The Bob Ross Effect
Q: What is the Bob Ross Effect?
Dr. Ives explains that listening to Bob Ross and watching his videos during the study was associated with lower stress indicators and improved mood compared to watching news, suggesting a soothing, calming impact likely linked to the audio-visual experience and possibly ASMR-like responses.
Why Do Our Knuckles Crack?
Q: How did researchers finally settle the debate about the sound source?
A combination of early mechanistic studies on pressure and separation, 1971 plastic-joint models showing cavitation, and 2015 MRI imaging led to a robust model where bubble shrinking explains the sound, with contributions from multiple teams.
Why Do Our Knuckles Crack?
Q: Is knuckle cracking dangerous or addictive?
It's not generally harmful; it isn't considered an addiction, though in rare cases it can become a compulsion for some people, tied to relief and habit circuitry in the brain.
Why Do Our Knuckles Crack?
Q: What actually makes the knuckle cracking sound?
The current leading explanation is cavitation-based bubble dynamics within the joint, where pressure changes cause bubbles to form and then shrink, producing the sound without needing a complete bubble collapse.

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The content centers on intriguing scientific concepts, blending humor and accessible explanation. Frequently explored topics include animal behavior, with episodes delving into the cognitive abilities of pets and their emotional expressions, the workings of the moon and its significance, and the implications of artificial intelligence in current society. The host interviews a diverse range of experts, bringing insights from various fields such as psychology, neuroscience, and planetary science, which serve to engage listeners while addressing both foundational scientific principles and contemporary societal issues. Notable features include an emphasis on laughter as a means to understanding complex subjects, making the content appealing to ... more

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1. Steven Ives
2. Dr. Smithy Nathan
3. Neelima Sharma
4. Vinny Suja
5. Gage Crump
6. Dr. Sarah Robbins
7. Dr. Daniella Palombo
8. Dr. Mark Bekoff

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