
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
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 102 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Kids & FamilyEducation for KidsEducation | |||

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The most amazing podcast ever, I can’t get enough! I love all the different ologists every time I listen I learn something new.
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Smologies is awesome it helps me fall asleep and it is so interesting and fun to listen to also they are good episodes to listen to and I can listen to them every night!😃😃😃😃😃😆☺️🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯
I know this version is for kids, but I just love it. It makes me happy every time I turn it on. From the awesome sciency info to the cool guests to the embracing of geekery to the fact that they always give to charity…Alie, I heart you.
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Short-form, kid-friendly science episodes that distill a wide range of topics into accessible, bite-sized conversations with diverse experts. Recurring themes include biology, ecology, space, and everyday science, all delivered with light humor and clear explanations suitable for families, educators, and curious adults. Notable strengths include a consistent host persona, emphasis on practical takeaways, and a roster of guests spanning field researchers, clinicians, and science communicators who bring real-world insights in approachable ways.
The show stands out for its family-friendly framing, emphasis on vivid real-world examples, and the ability to spark curiosity across audiences. Listeners often praise the approachable style, engaging... more
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1. Ologies with Alie Ward
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Recent guests on Smologies include:
1. Shah Selbe
2. Megan Lynch
3. Dr. John Craig
4. Lohit Garikipati
5. Gina Moseley
6. Dr. Catherine Hatcher
7. Corina Newsome
8. Joseph Saunders
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