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Smologies with Alie Ward

Alie Ward
Happiness
The Moon
Fireflies
Space Junk
Dinosaurs
Orbital Debris
Marine Biology
Toads
Evolution
Conservation
Oceans
Space Archaeology
Bees
Opossums
Cat Behavior
Slime Production
Plastic Pollution
Wolves
Forensic Handwriting Analysis
Glycobiology

Ologies → Smologies. It’s all of the science, with none of the swearing! Smologies are shortened, kid-friendly episodes of the award-winning science podcast, Ologies, which covers topics from Toads (Bufology) to the Moon (Selenology) and everything in between. Enjoy clean and witty bite-sized science delights as host Alie Ward asks Ologists of all kinds smart – and sometimes silly – questions. Get... more

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Recent Guests

Susan Benjamin
Candy historian, journalist, and author
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Episode: CANDY with Susan Benjamin
Dr. Merlin Tuttle
An eminent chiropterologist and founder of Merlin Tuttle's Bat Conservation
Merlin Tuttle's Bat Conservation
Episode: BATS with Merlin Tuttle
Anne Copeland
Cucurbitologist and author of 'Pumpkin, Pumpkin, Folklore, History, Planting Hints and Good Eating'
Episode: PUMPKINS with Anne Copeland
Juita Martinez
Pelicanologist and PhD student
Episode: PELICANS with Juita Martinez
Dr. Tom Volk
Mycologist and author of Mycophilia
Episode: MUSHROOMS with Tom Volk
Darius Arya
Classical archaeologist and director of the American Institute for Roman Culture.
American Institute for Roman Culture
Episode: ANCIENT ROME with Darius Arya
John Bucher
Mythologist with a PhD in mythology, author, and consultant in the film industry
Episode: STORYTELLING with John Bucher
Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant
Carnivore ecologist and media host known for her work studying large carnivores.
Episode: CARNIVORES with Rae Wynn-Grant
Donna Braden
Curator of Public Life at the Henry Ford Museum
Henry Ford Museum
Episode: POSTCARDS with Donna Braden

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Alie Ward
Host of Smologies, known for her engaging and humorous style, Alie Ward brings science to life for younger audiences, making complex topics relatable and fun.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 655 ratings
  • Super fun and interesting

    So educational but at the same time not boring at all! Learnt a lot of interesting facts :D

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wang3838
    Hong Konga month ago
  • Smologies

    Can you please add an episode about Egypt/egyptology in smologies (and can it be long).thank u.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    #School kid
    Indiaa month ago
  • I love this podcast ( highly recommend) /ideas

    I love this podcast and Ali ( Ali you are the best ever) because it helps me learn more things and interesting stuff. The reason I got into smologies was because my mom listens to ologies so she showed me this podcast and I said okey I’ll give it a try. As well as saying yes to something this was the best choice i ever made listening to this! Highly recommend.

    Ideas

    ~ music 🎶

    ~ outer space 🪐

    ~ books 📚

    ~ elephants 🐘

    ~ adoption

    ~ Tv 📺

    ~ money 💵

    ~ school 🏫

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Olivyloo🙃🥋😜
    United Statesa month ago
  • the best podcast I’ve ever heard

    I think they definitely should be a smaller episode about Japanese honeysuckle or bring in like a plant expert, but besides my suggestion, one of the best podcast I’ve ever heard my life.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The best podcast ever.
    United Statesa month ago
  • I love these

    Me and my kids listen to animal podcasts from smologies every night😆

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rory E.
    United Statesa month ago

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CANDY with Susan Benjamin
Q: How did blue raspberry become a flavor? Is there such a thing as a blue raspberry?
There is no actual blue raspberry; it's a laboratory-made flavor combining elements of cherry, banana, and citric acid, designed to appeal visually to consumers.
CANDY with Susan Benjamin
Q: In Rachel's words, how do they make sour candy sour? What are they coated with?
Sour candies make you salivate to help with thirst and soothe sore throats, typically coated with acids like citric or tartaric acid for their sourness.
BATS with Merlin Tuttle
Q: How did different types of bats evolve to have such varying food sources, like fruit bats having fruit, vampire bats having blood?
Bats may have been attracted to insects near larger animals, which led to some species evolving to consume blood or nectar.
BATS with Merlin Tuttle
Q: Do they sleep upside down? How do they sleep while clinging to things?
Their tendons lock when pulling down on their claws, so they don't use energy hanging and can sleep upside down.
BATS with Merlin Tuttle
Q: Can you walk me through a little bit of a life cycle of a bat?
Most bats produce just one pup a year and are programmed for long lifespan, with some living over 40 years.

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Focused on providing concise and accessible science content, episodes explore a wide variety of topics that range from the study of toads to the moon and everything in between. The engaging and witty host, alongside a diverse range of expert guests, brings a blend of humor and scientific inquiry that makes these topics approachable for younger audiences. Each episode is structured to be kid-friendly, emphasizing learning without adult language, enhancing its appeal to families looking for educational content that is enjoyable for all ages.

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1. Ologies with Alie Ward
2. Radiolab for Kids
3. Moment Of Um
4. Smash Boom Best: A funny, smart debate show for kids and family
5. But Why: A Podcast for Curious Kids

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Smologies launched a year ago and published 79 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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1. Susan Benjamin
2. Dr. Merlin Tuttle
3. Anne Copeland
4. Juita Martinez
5. Dr. Tom Volk
6. Darius Arya
7. John Bucher
8. Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant

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