
Seriously researched answers to absolutely ridiculous questions. New episodes every week.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 152 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ScienceSociety & Culture | |||

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This week, Trace and Julian investigate a deceptively simple mystery: why do things look darker when they’re wet? Although the question sounds almost too obvious to ask, Trace takes us on a fascinating exploration of light, color, optics, and the str... more
This week, Julian and Trace imagine a world where humanity never got around to inventing ships and discovers that the consequences run a WHOLE lot deeper than a disappointing cruise industry. Without boats, trade slows down, migration patterns change... more
In this TAPE classic, Trace tackles a transportation problem of his own creation by figuring out just how many chihuahuas it would take to complete the Iditarod, the legendary dogsled race across hundreds of miles of Alaskan wilderness, forcing him t... more
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I love listening to the show and learning things I never would have thought of otherwise. The stupid jokes and puns are so funny and I enjoy talking about my favorite episodes with my nerdy friends. Loved episode 3 especially. Thank you Trace and Julian!!
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I’m usually a trivia podcast listener, but this podcast is so great because I feel like I’m learning useful science knowledge along with interesting facts. Give it a try, see if it would solve anything.
Ridiculously fun explorations of the possible science to answer absurd questions. I love learning science concepts from people who so clearly love what they’re doing. 😊
Excellent podcast. I would give it four stars, but I have been asked to let that ancient bit lie.
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A science-leaning humor podcast where two hosts tackle wildly curious, often ridiculous questions with rigorous thought, accessible explanations, and playful banter. Episodes blend real physics, biology, and engineering concepts with pop culture references and audience-driven prompts, delivering entertaining insights that are still educational. Notable is the strong emphasis on curiosity-driven experiments, clear storytelling, and a community feel built around questions from listeners and patrons. The format tends to favor approachable deep-dives, memorable riffs, and a knack for turning odd hypotheticals into credible analyses, making it appealing to curious, science-minded listeners who enjoy humor and practical explanations.
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