Hosted by an Archaeologist, a Stand-Up Comedian, and a rotating Guest Scientist, Science Faction looks at the scientific articles published every week through the filter of cheap dick jokes.
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The Science Faction podcast is an absolute gem in the world of science-themed podcasts. With a winning combination of humor and education, this show keeps listeners engaged and entertained from start to finish. It's the kind of podcast that makes you feel weirdly optimistic about the future while also making you snort laugh at the inappropriate jokes.
One of the best aspects of The Science Faction is its ability to blend comedy with accurate and informative discussions on science news. The hosts, Bobby and Damian, have a fantastic dynamic and it's clear that they have known each other for a long time. This chemistry translates into captivating conversations that keep listeners hooked. Moreover, their rotating guests add fresh perspectives and expertise to the discussions, making each episode unique and engaging. Whether they're reviewing new science articles or discussing current events, The Science Faction never fails to pique the desire for knowledge.
In terms of drawbacks, some may find the blue comedy aspect of the podcast to be off-putting. While it adds humor and entertainment value for many listeners, it may not be everyone's cup of tea. Additionally, there have been some comments about Damian never winning a game called "I call BS," which may make some question his ability to compete with the scientists in terms of knowledge and expertise.
In conclusion, The Science Faction is a must-listen for anyone who loves science as well as blue comedy. It strikes a perfect balance between providing accurate scientific information and keeping listeners entertained with witty banter and humorous bits. Bobby, Damian, and their rotating guests create an infectious combination that will leave you laughing while expanding your knowledge base. Give this podcast a shot if you enjoy learning while being thoroughly entertained.
The guys discuss the newest evidence regarding the Covid Lab-Leak Hypothesis, Neanderthals who kept it all in the family, and which science podcasters you should never anger.
The guys discuss what happened to Neanderthals, a surprising cause of death for Ice-Age Scandinavians, and the secret math genius that was right underneath our noses.
In this special, extended episode, the guys discuss what you as an individual can do to fight climate change.
This is a huge episode beginning a series on how you can personally impact climate change and how you can make a big difference in the world around you, in ways you probably never considered.
The guys discuss how science is changing our understanding of how the pyramids were built, what caused the transmission of the Black Death, and how to accidentally end up on the show "Ancient Aliens".
The guys discuss an amazing new development in creating a new universal donor blood, why we may be taking coma patients off of life support too soon, and what happens to hippie vampires.
The guys discuss an ill-advised jack, the real cause of CP, and a potential Universal Flu Vaccine that could save millions of lives.
The guys discuss the origins of Parkinson's Disease, how so much of what we know about bonobos is a myth, and why you should never go to Reno.
The guys discuss one of the biggest mysteries in science, how being autistic can actually help you in certain ways, and how teachers handled kids with special needs in the 90s.
The guys revisit a not so controversial scientific "controversy", the surprisingly early spread of chocolate, and who should or shouldn't play football. Re reference an earlier episode on the same topic that you can hear here: https://roberttimothy.podbean.com/e/sf663-a-special-polynesian-science-faction/
The guys discuss a vaccine that does more than it intended, a secret history of India finally discovered in the blood of its people, and the biggest "Bro" at MIT.
Due to unforeseen recording delays, we couldn't tape a new episode this week and we wanted to give you a taste of the Patreon with last week's episode. If you like his episode, you can listen to the Patreon every week at https://www.patreon.com/ScienceFaction
The guys discuss dogs that might save your life, an unexpected cause of a common disease, and how to make pets and grandparents compete for your love.
The guys talk about how viruses gave us our big brains, how a possible new death clock has been discovered, and why you shouldn't anger a Football coach turned History teacher.
The guys discuss the new biggest small story, why you should definitely be using a condom, and how to tell if the dogs you're hanging out with are cool.
The guys discuss the least publicized mass die-off, how an already dangerous disease is worse than we thought, and why we now need boats to get to work.
The guys discuss an unexpected benefit of smoking cigarettes, what happened to Covid's cousins, and how to be a real life Willy Wonka.
The guys discuss an exciting (and deadly) new treatment for PTSD, why Florida is a hub of scientific discovery, and how to stop procrastinating (eventually).
The guys discuss an amazing thing AI has just done, how algae may save the world, and why good science news is important too.
We continue our Free Patreon preview for the beginning of 2024!
To make up for some of out off time during the Holidays, the regular feed will get the last two Patreons of 2023 for free! Check out https://www.patreon.com/ScienceFaction to get every Science Faction Patreon episode of 2024.
The guys discuss a surprisingly popular fake-science article, one more reason not to use fentanyl while pregnant, and how to accidentally crash Amazon Web Services.
The guys discuss a new Native American genetics paper with a surprising finding, how a new machine might make surgery much safer, and why you shouldn't rip off your friend's trademark podcast intro.
The guys discuss the controversy behind a particular hominin discovery, how an easily preventable and deadly disease is making a comeback, and why you should always check your old college email.
The guys discuss how secret food allergies may be causing more heart disease and death than diabetes, how a town in Iceland may blown into space, and the hidden downsides of Covid.
A recent bout of Covid-19 means that we can't record this week, so the main feed gets a taste of the Patreon Lightning Round!
The guys discuss the new genetic evidence regarding human mental issues caused by mating with extinct species, how to cut your Greenhouse Gas footprint by 35% with a very easy change, and why one of our hosts is a HUGE idiot.
The guys discuss a giant near-extinction event that happened in the last few years, why humans eat or don't eat seaweed, and why ancient times had different sex practices.
The guys talk about how to live to 100 years old, how we've been banging Neanderthals for way longer than previously thought, and why you should look forward to a retirement home.
The guys discuss a hybrid with a misleading name, how we really did find the oldest archaeological site in the Americas, and why you should never trust a Russian scientist.
The guys discuss how AI might let us talk to animals, a startling finding about the Hygiene Hypothesis, and the surgery than will make you feel 20 years younger.
The guys discuss an exciting new development in reverse vaccines, whether or not cancer screenings are useless, and how to tell if someone is from New York.
The guys discuss the human extinction event that may have never actually happened, a mind-blowing way to treat blood cancers, and the science fiction plot you've been waiting for.
The guys discuss how Naked Mole-rats might help us live forever, why paper straws were probably a big mistake, and how to motivate young men for success.
The guys discuss some amazing news about HIV, some terrifying news about Covid, and why veterans dip.
Since we had a week off earlier this month, we decided to make it up to our audience by giving you an extra episode this week. If you like this Patreon episode, remember that we do an extra Science Faction episode every single week over at https://www.patreon.com/ScienceFaction
The guys discuss a newly discovered hominid species in China, the discovery of where mitochondria came from, and why you should never rent an apartment to a podcaster.
The guys discuss the surprising origin of Indo-european languages, a terrifying study about the ability to pull DNA right out of the air, and the worst Robocop reboot ever.
The guys discuss a Covid-diabetes mystery, how to predict earthquakes, and how to beat respiratory viruses with travel.
The guys discuss the new oldest site in the Americas, how to stave off dementia, and how to own the nubes.
The guys discuss the new oldest site in Oregon, how a diabetes drug may also be an anti addiction drug, and why you never poo in the cave!
The guys discuss a possible Alzheimer's vaccine, why two places on the same fault can experience different earthquakes, and what exactly is wrong with the Irish.
The guys discuss how humans are technically all gods, why men tend to get cancer more than women, and how the oil industry ruined our plumbing-based forms of public transportation.
The guys discuss humans found where they shouldn't be, the results of a rare Covid challenge trial, and why Neil DeGrasse Tyson hates us.
For this very special episode, the guys take a deep dive into the evidence for the Pre-Columbian Polynesian journey to the west coast of South America.
The guys discuss just how bad Americans are at being alive, how effective the Covid-19 vaccines were, and which US state kills you the fastest.
The guys discuss why a specific group of whales have been attacking and sinking boats, how we can kind of cure HIV, and what happens when you shave the wrong ape.
The guys discuss the new genetic evidence of the origins of humankind, if Ketamine actually works to treat depression, and which Science Faction host the US Navy tried desperately to kill.
The guys discuss an exciting new genetic study about the origins of Native Americans, the vaccine that could have saved America's greatest hero, and why most movies would have been better with all-android casts.
The guys discuss something we may have smugly gotten wrong for the past two decades, how to save the planet, and what to whisper in a friend's ear as they are performing a wedding ceremony.
The guys discuss a huge space mystery that has finally been solved, a terrifying bird flu unlike all previous bird flus, and a surprising family tree.
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