Podcast appearances and mentions of Kasha Patel

FACT: Statistically, only 1 in 11.5 million people are bitten by sharks each year, a rare occurrence that contrasts sharply with the fearsome reputation sharks have in popular culture. FICTION: Hollywood often portrays sharks as relentless man-eaters, lurking in the waters to attack unsuspecting swimmers. Join host Kasha Patel as she dives into the reality of shark attacks, debunking myths with Behavioral Ecologist Dr. Tristian Guttridge and shark attack victim turned advocate Paul de Gelder. Dr. Tristian Guttridge - Dr. Tristian Guttridge Paul de Gelder - Paul de Gelder Shark Bite Statistics - Florida Museum Type of Shark Bites - Florida Museum Shark Arm Murder - Sydney Archives Shark Arm Murder - Snopes Shark Senses - NAUSICCAA Shark Incidents - Scuba Costa Rica Freshwater and bull sharks - Apex Reduce Risk - Florida Museum Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

FACT: Marine ecologists have shown that sharks play a crucial role in maintaining the balance of ocean ecosystems, preventing the collapse of marine biodiversity. FICTION: A world without sharks would have no impact on ocean life. Join host Kasha Patel as she dives into the latest research on the ecological importance of sharks, exploring the potential consequences of their decline with Dr. Tiara Moore, a marine ecologist and CEO of Black and Marine Science. Dr. Tiara Moore - Dr. Tiara Moore Global Shark FIshing - Science.org Sharks Killed Each Year - Sentient Media The Importance of Shark Conservation - Discovery Channel Surprising Ways Sharks Keep The Ocean Healthy - National Geographic Keystone Species - National Geographic Keystone Species - NRDC.org Ecosystem Engineers - NPS.gov Shark Conservation - Discovery.org Overfishing and Shark-finning - The Conversation Sharks Are Important to Reefs - Discovery Channel Overfishing - Science20.com Effects of Shark Decline - Marine Life Discoveries - coml.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

FACT: Marine biologists have documented the peculiar characteristics and survival strategies of deep-sea sharks such as the cookiecutter, goblin, and megamouth. FICTION: Alien sharks are extraterrestrial creatures that have come to Earth to observe human activity. Join host Kasha Patel as she dives into the latest research on these bizarre deep-sea sharks, exploring their unique adaptations and ecological roles with Dr. Austin Gallagher a marine biologist and explorer who is founder and CEO of the marine research institute, Beneath The Waves. Dr. Austin Gallagher - Dr. Austin Gallagher Michael Race Times - World Aquatics PR Records Hammerhead Sharks - National Geographic Ocean Depths - National Ocean Service Alien Sharks - Discovery Channel Alien Sharks: Return To The Abyss - Discovery Channel Frilled Shark - Oceana Lantern Shark - Smithsonian Goblin Shark - Florida Museum Cookie Cutter Shark - Florida Natural History Museum Wobbegong Shark - Smithsonian Greenland Shark - National Ocean Service Megamouth Shark - Department of Land and Natural Resources Submarine Facts - US Navy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

FACT: Paleontologists have unearthed fossils and analyzed bite marks to better understand the feeding habits and behaviors of the ancient Megalodon. FICTION: Megalodons still roam the deep oceans today, waiting to surprise unsuspecting swimmers. Join host Kasha Patel as she dives into the latest research on Megalodon, exploring its hunting strategies and ecological impact with Dr. Emma Kast who studied the nitrogen cycle and the megalodon.Dr. Emma Kast - Dr. Emma Kast Cenozoic Megatooth Sharks - Science Advances The Megalodon - Natural History Museum Megalodon teeth - San Diego Natural History Museum Megalodon Facts - Live Science Analysis of the Fossil Record - PLOS.ORG Why Megalodon Went Extinct - PBS Studios Discovery - Megalodon: The New Evidence (2014) - Discovery Channel Discovery - Megalodon: The Monster Shark Lives (2013) - Discovery Channel Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

FACT: Scientists have studied and observed shark shivers to ascertain whether their social behavior is driven by mutual companionship or survival instincts. FICTION: Sharks go on roadtrips just like humans. Join host Kasha Patel as she delves into groundbreaking research on shark social behavior and chats with Dr. Yanis Papastamatou, the esteemed head of the Predatory Ecology and Conservation Lab at Florida International University. Dr. Yanis Papastamatou - Dr. Yanis Papastamatou How sharks choose their friends - Bimini Biological Field Station Foundation Social preferences - University of Miami Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science (UM) and the Institute of Zoology at the Zoological Society London (ZSL) Complex Social Networks - Advancing Earth and Space Sciences Social Lives of Sharks - Florida International University Shark Shiver Observations - Stanford University Social Dynamics of Shark Hunting - Shark Project Social Structures of Great Whites - Oceanographic Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

These days, there's one thing that Raquel Campos isn't taking for granted: water. Back in January, the taps went dry in her apartment in Mexico City. At first, she thought it was just her building, until she realized far more of the city was experiencing the same dilemma. Mexico City is experiencing one of the worst droughts in its history. That, along with other factors such as leaky infrastructure, has left the capital's critical Cutzamala water system dwindling to record lows. Throughout June, it has hovered at about 26 percent of its capacity. Water scarcity is affecting both lower-income and wealthy neighborhoods. Today on “Post Reports,” host Elahe Izadi speaks with weather and climate reporter Kasha Patel about Mexico City's water crisis and how the city – along with other parts of the world – is trying to tackle these challenges. Today's show was produced by Emma Talkoff. It was edited by Monica Campbell and mixed by Sean Carter.Subscribe to The Washington Post here.

FACT: Sharks have been around longer than dinosaurs. We can make guesses and similarities and analogs of what could have happened, but we're never going to know how life started on Earth. FICTION: Sharks are aliens! Join host Kasha Patel as she traces the ancient origins of sharks, their evolution, their cultural significance, genetic insights, and theories about life's cosmic origins.Gavin Naylor - Gavin Naylor Big Bang Hum - John G. Cramer,University of Washington Shark Fossils - Florida Museum of Natural History Shark Evolution - Natural History Museum Shark Cultural Significance - Hakai Magazine Shark Cultural Significance - History Collection Fermi Paradox - Space.com Fermi Paradox - Live Science Alien Theories - National Geographic Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

FACT: Sharks can sense electrical currents in saltwater, where salt ions conduct electricity. This ability allows them to detect the electrical signals generated by the movement of animals, including potential prey...FICTION: In 1937, off the coast of Bondi Beach a shark read the thoughts of an environmental engineer. Your host, Kasha Patel, imagines how a shark could read a human's mind and the science behind how they actually communicate. Forrest Galante - Forrest Galante The Shark Whisperer - Nautilus Shark Senses - Shark Trust Shark Senses - Hawaii Government Research Blacktip Reef Shark - Darmawan Mukharror and Dewi Susiloningtyas White Shark Spy Hopping - Mark Graham Animal Communication - PBS Nova Jaws 4 | Tom and Jerry Trivia - IMDB Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

FACT: Some female sharks can reproduce without a fertilized egg; it's a phenomenon called parthenogenesis. FICTION: A Coney Island fortune teller predicts a shark cloning miracle. Your host, Kasha Patel, imagines what would happen if spectators witnessed a shark give a virgin birth and explores the science behind the various ways sharks reproduce. A full guide to shark reproduction and baby sharks by Gili Shark Conservation Switch from sexual to parthenogenetic reproduction in a zebra shark by Christine L. Dudgeon, Laura Coulton, Ren Bone, Jennifer R. Ovenden & Severine Thomas Virgin births from parthenogenesis: How females from some species can reproduce without males by Mercedes Burns How does a shark reproduce without a mate? By Louisa Wright Lone Parents: Parthenogenesis in Sharks by Wendee Holtcamp Intrauterine Cannibalism in Sharks by ReefQuest Centre for Shark Research Shark Cannibalism: It's A Thing And It Just Got Weirder by Melissa Cristina Marquez Body, jaw, and dentition lengths of macrophagous lamniform sharks, and body size evolution in Lamniformes with special reference to ‘off-the-scale' gigantism of the megatooth shark, Otodus megalodon by Kenshu Shimada Cannibalism in animals is more common than you think by Liz Langley Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

FACT: Abandoned bricks of cocaine wash ashore every year off the coast of Florida from drug smugglers evading the Coast Guard. FICTION: We need to be worried about cocaine fueled sharks. Your host Kasha Patel imagines what would happen if sharks consumed that cocaine and explores the science behind it. “Behavioral screening for cocaine sensitivity in mutagenized zebrafish,” by Tristan Darland and John E. Dowling “Yes, ‘Cocaine Bear' Was Real. Here's the Back Story.” by Amanda Holpuch Powdered Cocaine Fast Facts, by National Drug Intelligence Center “Are ‘Cocaine Sharks' Really Scarfing Down Drugs off Florida's Coasts?” by: Jack Timisiea “How sharks recycle toxic ammonia to keep their skin moist,” by University of British Columbia “Are whale sharks exposed to persistent organic pollutants and plastic pollution in the Gulf of California (Mexico)? First ecotoxicological investigation using skin biopsies,” by Maria Cristina Fossi, Matteo Baini, Cristina Panti, Matteo Galli, Begoña Jiménez, Juan Muñoz-Arnanz, Letizia Marsili, Maria Grazia Finoia, Dení Ramírez-Macías NBC News Learn: Ocean Acidification Uptake of human pharmaceuticals in bull sharks (Carcharhinus leucas) inhabiting a wastewater-impacted river WPLG Local 10: Keys locals find hauls of cocaine worth over $2 million Business Insider: Tracking Drug Smugglers And Unauthorized Migrants With The Coast Guard In Miami Animal Fact Files: Nurse Shark Facts: why a NURSE?

Dive into the captivating world of sharks with "Shark Week: The Podcast" from Discovery Channel, where host Kasha Patel unveils the truth behind centuries-old myths and legends surrounding these enigmatic creatures. Join us as we navigate through imaginary tales followed by a factual exploration, separating shark fact from fiction in each episode.Shark Week, hosted by John Cena, is back July 7 on Discovery Channel. Stream on Max Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dive into the captivating world of sharks with "Shark Week: The Podcast" from Discovery Channel, where host Kasha Patel unveils the truth behind centuries-old myths and legends surrounding these enigmatic creatures. Join us as we navigate through imaginary tales followed by a factual exploration, separating shark fact from fiction in each episode.Shark Week, hosted by John Cena, is back July 7 on Discovery Channel. Stream on Max Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today, you'll learn about the magic of the upcoming solar eclipse, a simple way to reduce the amount of microplastics in your drinking water, and the connection between self-control and the perception of power. Livestream of the total solar eclipse on Discovery's YouTube channel on April 8 at 2:15pm ET here!Eclipse 2024 “What this solar eclipse can teach us about our planet and beyond.” by Kasha Patel. 2024. “Eclipse Soundscapes Project.” 2024. “Globe Observer: Eclipse.” 2024. “Nationwide Eclipse Ballooning Project Objectives.” 2024. Boiling Microplastics “Concerned About Microplastics in Your Water? Consider Boiling It First.” by Alexander Beadle. 2024. “Microplastics in freshwaters and drink water: Critical review and assessment of data quality.” by Albert A. Koelmans, et al. 2019. “The Impact of Microplastics on the Gut Microbiome and Health.” Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. 2023. “Drinking Boiled Tap Water Reduces Human Intake of Nanoplastics and Microplastics.” by Zimin Yu, et al. 2024. Self-Control “Having Self-Control Leads to Power.” by Jenn Riggle. 2024. “Self-control signals and affords power.” by Wu, S. 2024. Follow Curiosity Daily on your favorite podcast app to get smarter with Calli and Nate — for free! Still curious? Get exclusive science shows, nature documentaries, and more real-life entertainment on discovery+! Go to https://discoveryplus.com/curiosity to start your 7-day free trial. discovery+ is currently only available for US subscribers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today on “Post Reports,” everything you need to know about Monday's total solar eclipse. Plus, all the science happening during this event – and what we might learn from it.Read more:On April 8, the total solar eclipse will occur over the eastern United States, Mexico and Canada. The 115 mile-wide path of totality will include major cities such as Dallas, Indianapolis, Cleveland and Buffalo – and all of the continental United States will experience at least a partial eclipse. Science journalist Kasha Patel discusses her efforts to whip up excitement about the momentous event, including articles, stand-up comedy and phone calls to family. And we talk about how to stay safe while viewing the eclipse and the science that will add to our understanding of the sun, our atmosphere and the animals living on our planet. And before we go, one more piece of news about the eclipse: In New York, inmates are suing the state to allow them to watch the total solar eclipse. For the first time in a century, New York is in the path of totality. The court could rule as soon as Friday, and the inmates are hoping to have a verdict before the eclipse. Look out for that news on our site.

A scientist and a comedian walk into a bar—for an interview about the craft of science comedy. Ira talks to comedians Chuck Nice, Kasha Patel, and Kyle Marian Viterbo about their work bringing the joke format to science communication. While all three have different approaches to science—whether it's sneaking the knowledge into “regular” jokes, or going straight for the factual jugular—they agree that the practice of stand-up has much in common with the scientific process. “We normally start with an observation or a question,” says Nice. “The experimentation is the joke itself, seeing whether or not it will get a laugh… you have to tell it in front of an audience. And after that you go, ‘Wow, that sucked. I can't believe that wasn't funny.'”Plus, why comedy can itself be a science, and what good comedy has in common with good (science) communication.“It's a long term skillset in playing with, and communicating, and connecting with your audience,” says Viterbo. “To be able to really listen to our audience, which these days we need more of.”Universe of Art is hosted and produced by D. Peterschmidt, who also wrote the music. The original segment was produced by Christie Taylor. Our show art was illustrated by Abelle Hayford. Support for Science Friday's science and arts coverage comes from the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation. Do you have science-inspired art you'd like to share with us for a future episode? Send us an email or a voice memo to universe@sciencefriday.com.

This month, host Bill McGeeney is joined by Frank Turina, an astrophotographer, night sky advocate, and environmental educator with more than 15 years of working with the United States National Park Service Night Skies Program. You can learn more about his examinations of the ecological and cultural effects of light pollution from his website, at Darkskyastrophoto. And  Ken Walczak, Senior Manager of the Far Horizons program at the Adler Planetarium, Co-Author of numerous papers on design and use of innovating instrumentation for light pollution research, and co-lead in the successful designation of the world's largest Urban Night Sky Place, the Palos Preserves. Walczak is also a board member with Dark Sky International.  See Full Show Notes at LightPollutionNews.com.With inspiration from Indianapolis, Destination Cleveland plans major downtown lighting installation, Susan Glaser, The Plain Dealer Cleveland.LED billboards could buy their way to Miami streets via campaign donations, Ladra, Political Cortadito.150% increase in light pollution in three years may lead to loss of dark sky status for park, Catherine Hubbard, Stuff.coCity of London Corporation Adopts New Net-Zero Light Pollution Guidance, Ella Tansley, This Week in FM.Environmental organization files 106 page report over light pollution on Palm Beach, threatens lawsuit, Caleb Califano, WPBF.Powys stargazers hit as £3,000 of telescopes stolen from observatory, Matt Jones, POWS Country Times. West Texas Oil Country Is Revealing a Sky Full of Stars, Sam Karas, Reasons to be Cheerful.Sphere lights up Las Vegas skyline with massive LED display, ABC NewsArtificial Light at Night: state of the science 2023 report released, John Barentine, Dark Sky Int'l. The Best No-Crowd Places to Go Stargazing, Emma Veidt, Backpacker.LED lights are meant to save energy. They're creating glaring problems, Kasha Patel, Kati Perry, Daniel Wolfe, and Emily Sabens, Washington Post.Support the showLike what we're doing? For the cost of coffee, you can become a Monthly Supporter? Your assistance will help cover server and production costs.

Guest host Kasha Patel talks how wildfires could play a part in spreading Last of Us-like fungi, Rachel spins a yarn about how bananas can induce crippling fear, and Sara Kiley describes our buffest, beefiest ancestor ever. The Weirdest Thing I Learned This Week is a podcast by Popular Science. Share your weirdest facts and stories with us in our Facebook group or tweet at us! Click here to learn more about all of our stories!  Links to Rachel's TikTok, Newsletter, Merch Store and More: https://linktr.ee/RachelFeltman  Link to Jess' Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/jesscapricorn -- Follow our team on Twitter Rachel Feltman: www.twitter.com/RachelFeltman Produced by Jess Boddy: www.twitter.com/JessicaBoddy Popular Science: www.twitter.com/PopSci Theme music by Billy Cadden: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6LqT4DCuAXlBzX8XlNy4Wq?si=5VF2r2XiQoGepRsMTBsDAQ Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: bit.ly/WeirdestThingILearnedThisWeek Check out Weirdest Thing on YouTube: bit.ly/WeirdestThingILearnedThisWeekYouTube If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: bit.ly/WeirdestThingILearnedThisWeek Thanks to our sponsors!  Here's a special, (limited time) deal for our listeners to get you started RIGHT NOW, Get 55% off at https://Babbel.com/WEIRDEST Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's hot, even for us sweat acclimated Washingtonians. Our team is covering how to stay cool, plus an invasion of poisonous worms in the District. Also, we pitch in on the interesting debate afoot about D.C.'s ugliest buildings. Per usual, our roundups are powered by local reporting: Check out D.C.'s cooling stations using this map. Kevin Ambrose and Kasha Patel from The Washington Post have you covered on the worm situation. Got feelings on the ugliest building in D.C.? Tell Reddit about it! And big news, we're having an anniversary party and live taping on August 28 at 6:30 pm. Come join us! Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE We're also on Twitter! Follow us at @citycast_dc. And we'd love to feature you on the show! Share your DC-related thoughts, hopes, and frustrations with us in a voicemail by calling 202-642-2654. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kasha Patel was recently named one of the top undiscovered comedians in the United States. She's also an accomplished science journalist with expertise in climate change. She's also ALSO one of the pioneers of the growing field of science comedy!Join us to hear about how she came to combine her two worlds, why it's so powerful (and fun), and who can get involved (hint: everyone!). I'm so grateful Kasha joined the show -- and I'm biased of course, but science comedy truly is one of the few things that gives me hope for the world. Thank you, Kasha!Follow Kasha:https://www.instagram.com/kashablanca/https://twitter.com/KashaPatelhttps://www.kashapatel.comhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kasha_Patelhttps://www.youtube.com/@kashablancaKasha's TED talk, Sneaking Science into Standup!I'm also hanging around the internet:https://www.instagram.com/jonesrooy/https://twitter.com/jonesrooywww.jonesrooy.comMajoring in Everything is edited by Eric P. Stipe and is a proud member of the World's Smartest Podcast Network.

Original broadcast date: June 3, 2022. Humor can lighten the mood. But it can also provoke, cajole and inspire. This hour, TED speakers share how we can wield humor as a tool across all aspects of our lives. Guests include comedian Marcia Belsky, computer scientist Vinith Misra, behavioral scientist Jennifer Aaker, corporate strategist Naomi Bagdonas and science comedian Kasha Patel.

Brian Tyree Henry breaks down his lead role in “Causeway,” the grief and healing process, and his approach to acting. As consecutive storms hit California, at least 16 people are dead and tens of thousands are under evacuation orders, including all of Montecito. Comedy can be a useful way to understand and maybe cope with Earth's bleak future, says Kasha Patel, who writes the Washington Post's “Hidden Planet” column. Biden recently made the first visit by a U.S. president to Mexico in nearly 10 years, as the two countries struggle to tackle immigration and the smuggling of fentanyl into the U.S.

FDA Expands Pharmacy Options for Abortion Pills This week, the FDA finalized rules that would allow more retail pharmacies to stock and fill prescriptions for the abortion drug mifepristone. Previously, the medication had been available only via certain specialty pharmacies or via mail order. Now, major retail pharmacies such as CVS and Walgreens can apply for permission to fill prescriptions for the medications, which now account for about half of all abortions performed in the United States. The immediate effects of the rule change are not entirely clear, however—a patchwork of state and local laws govern the availability of these medications, and may prevent their availability in some areas. Around half of the states have some restriction on abortion pills. Katherine Wu, science writer at The Atlantic, joins Ira to unpack the rule change and other stories from the week in science, including news of a new surging COVID variant called XBB.1.5, the injury to NFL player Damar Hamlin, a stray snowy owl visiting southern California, a likely farewell to the Mars InSight lander, and a study looking at how an island rat population can affect offshore coral reefs.   Meet The Comedians Bringing A Sense Of Humor To Science A scientist and a comedian walk into a bar—for an interview about the craft of science comedy. Ira talks to comedians Chuck Nice, Kasha Patel, and Kyle Marian Viterbo about their work bringing the joke format to science communication. While all three have different approaches to science—whether it's sneaking the knowledge into “regular” jokes, or going straight for the factual jugular—they agree that the practice of stand-up has much in common with the scientific process. “We normally start with an observation or a question,” says Nice. “The experimentation is the joke itself, seeing whether or not it will get a laugh… you have to tell it in front of an audience. And after that you go, ‘Wow, that sucked. I can't believe that wasn't funny.'” Plus, why comedy can itself be a science, and what good comedy has in common with good (science) communication. “It's a long term skillset in playing with, and communicating, and connecting with your audience,” says Viterbo. “To be able to really listen to our audience, which these days we need more of.”

On today's episode, we're joined by Kasha Patel. Kasha is the deputy weather editor for the Capital Weather Gang at the Washington Post, covering weather, climate, and the environment.Kasha talked about her path from NASA to her current position, how she covers both hard news stories and fun features, including fact checking a volcanic explosion in a The Lord of the Rings series. She also explained how she comes up with story ideas, her use of TikTok, and how her writing jokes for her stand-up comedy work comes together with her science education interest.Kasha's salute: The D.C. Science Writers AssociationFind Kasha's stories herehttps://www.washingtonpost.com/people/kasha-patel/You can hear me interview Kasha about her comedy work hereThank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback at journalismsalute@gmail.com, visit our website at thejournalismsalute.org and Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com) or tweet us at @journalismpod.

Matt Gurney is in for Scott MacArthur. Matt and Reshmi go over the findings of Ontario's Auditor General annual report..Kasha Patel, deputy weather editor at the Washington Post on how climate change is affecting animals and humans and how they date and mate..

Hurricane Ian is just one of seven hurricanes hitting U.S. shorelines to reach category 4 or higher ratings since 2017. The storm, following the patterns of its predecessors, rapidly intensified right before touching ground. Scientists are now speaking out about the relationship between the intensity of these storms and the effects of climate change. Kasha Patel, climate change writer and deputy weather editor at The Washington Post, joined The Takeaway to help us better understand the relationship between hurricane intensity and climate change.

Hurricane Ian is just one of seven hurricanes hitting U.S. shorelines to reach category 4 or higher ratings since 2017. The storm, following the patterns of its predecessors, rapidly intensified right before touching ground. Scientists are now speaking out about the relationship between the intensity of these storms and the effects of climate change. Kasha Patel, climate change writer and deputy weather editor at The Washington Post, joined The Takeaway to help us better understand the relationship between hurricane intensity and climate change.

Kasha Patel is a triple threat: scientist, journalist and stand-up comedian, the perfect person to join me for a conversation about the rich alchemy of leaning into all three. Kasha Patel is the deputy weather editor for the Capital Weather Gang at The Washington Post, covering weather, climate change and the environment. Before joining The Post, she produced news stories, videos and features about the Earth sciences, climate change and satellite research for NASA. And, she's a stand up comedian. Funny, smart, with a vision for how curiosity, science and humor can help us all, wherever we are. Kasha Patel: https://www.kashapatel.com Antidote for partisanship? In science, curiosity seems to work: https://news.yale.edu/2017/01/26/antidote-partisanship-science-curiosity-seems-work Center for Media & Social Impact, Yes...And Laughter Lab & GoodLaughs: https://cmsimpact.org Our theme and other music are by Sean Balick.

Kitchen wizards and kitten whisperers take the stage in today's career-off. It's chefs versus veterinarians! Comedy writer and LEGO Master Model Builder, Sam Suksiri, defends chefs in a sizzling smackdown against comic, writer, and animal lover, Kasha Patel. Which profession will triumph? Chop and hop over to smashboom.org and vote for the team YOU think won! This episode was sponsored by: Outschool.com/smashboom – To save $15 on your child's first class and Everyplate.com - enter code "smashboom149" to get your first box for $1.49 per meal

Humor can lighten the mood. But it can also provoke, cajole, and inspire. This hour, TED speakers share how we can wield humor as a tool across all aspects of our lives. Guests include comedian Marcia Belsky, computer scientist Vinith Misra, behavioral scientist Jennifer Aaker, corporate strategist Naomi Bagdonas and science comedian Kasha Patel.

When Kasha Patel decided to try out stand-up comedy, she was told to joke about what she knew. For her, that was science. Today on Short Wave, Kasha talks to host Emily Kwong about how she developed her sense of humor, how she infuses science into her comedy and why on Earth she analyzed 500 of her jokes. Listen to the end for bonus audio!

Two iconic ecosystems hurl tree-mendous facts and rock-hard arguments in today's colorful debate. It's coral reefs versus rainforests! Comedian and host of Forever Ago, Joy Dolo, takes salty swings at science writer and comedian Kasha Patel in this rip-roaring battle… but which realm will rain supreme? Snorkel over to smashboom.org and vote for the ecosystem YOU think won!Donate to Smash Boom Best now and get access our upcoming live event, Smash Zoo Best, on February 26th! Everyone who donates will also get a recording of the event. Go to smashboom.org/donate now so you don't miss out!

This week on You're Up Next, Jessamyn speaks with science writer and stand-up comedian, Kasha Patel, about making science funny, using humour to improve research, and challenging bias with comedy. Find out more at brightclub.ie

This week's guest brings sci-fi to You, Me and An Album! Kasha Patel -- a science writer for NASA Earth and stand-up comedian – chose Janelle Monáe's The Electric Lady as our album to discuss. Kasha talked about her work with NASA, the role her oldest brother played in shaping her musical tastes and, of course, all of the things that make The Electric Lady one of her favorite albums.You can reach Kasha on Twitter at @KashaPatel, and also by email at comedy@kashapatel.com. You can also find her science comedy and stand-up routine videos on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/user/kashablanca.Kasha's TEDx talk on the science of science comedy is at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pu7yQIlJLUw.Note: Between 1:06:00 and 1:08:00 and then again after 1:16:00, you will hear a scratching sound in the background. That is one of our cats, George, asking to be let in to the “podcast studio.” Sorry for the distracting noise, but he is super cute. 1:07 Kasha joins the show1:42 Writing for NASA means learning some cool things and some depressing things4:26 How did Kasha become a science comedian?6:24 What Kasha likes to listen to9:04 Why Kasha chose The Electric Lady for this episode12:53 Al and Kasha try to figure out if they should leave certain tracks out of their discussion14:13 The link between Isaac Asimov and Janelle Monáe17:11 Does The Electric Lady have a linear narrative?22:17 Which tracks from The Electric Lady are her favorites?28:21 Suite V requires multiple listens Track-by-track breakdown (selected tracks):30:19 Suite IV Electric Overture31:43 Givin Em What They Love41:15 Q.U.E.E.N.43:29 The Interludes48:00 Electric Lady49:19 PrimeTime51:05 We Were Rock n' Roll52:20 Dance Apocalyptic55:52 Look Into My Eyes58:23 Suite V: Electric Overture58:47 It's Code1:01:59 Ghetto Woman1:07:40 Sally Ride1:12:54 Dorothy Dandridge Eyes1:15:16 What An Experience 1:18:13 Are Janelle Monáe's other albums worth checking out?1:19:34 How Janelle Monáe came up with the artwork concept for The Electric Lady 

Today, we’re letting the science rip in a seriously gassy showdown. It’s helium versus neon! One is famous for making balloons float and voices squeaky -- the other is prized for its beautiful glow. Brains On star Sanden Totten and science writer and comedian Kasha Patel go head to head in this elemental debate. Which team do you think won? Cast your vote at smashboom.org! In the meantime, check out the Smash Boom Best Listening Party Kit here! And if you donate to the show, you’ll get to vote on the topic of this season’s bonus episode, which is only available to donors of the show. Support the show at smashboom.org/donate. Follow us on social at @SmashBoomBest on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram!

We’ve got a deep-sea debate for you today, so put on your scuba gear and jump on in! It’s Giant Squid vs. Blue Whales. Former MPR News host Tom Weber goes up against science writer and stand-up comedian Kasha Patel in a fearsome debate battle. Which of these large and legendary beasts will take home the title of Smash Boom Best?  After you listen, tell us who you think won by casting your vote at smashboom.org!And if you donate to the show, you’ll get to vote on the topic of this season’s bonus episode, which is only available to donors of the show. Support the show at smashboom.org/donate Follow us on social at @SmashBoomBest on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram!Today’s episode is sponsored by Bamboo Learning. Visit bamboolearning.com to learn more.

In honor of the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, host Kasha Patel interviews a scientist who is using cartoons to combat misinformation about climate change. With over a decade of research into climate change communication, Dr. John Cook has learned how parallel thinking--basically using analogies--is an effective way to address the logic behind many climate change misconceptions. Cook has recently released his cartoon book called Cranky Uncle vs. Climate Change, which is available on his website along with video versions of the cartoons. This episode also features clips from Kasha's Virtually Sustainable Earth Day Comedy Show, which can be viewed here on her YouTube channel. It also features a clip from The Late Show with Stephen Colbert to illustrate how parallel thinking is often used by late-night talk show hosts. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sciencecomedyparadox/support

Kasha explores the different ways people are joking about coronavirus and the purpose behind the jokes. She talks to the creators of one comedy project in New York City called, “Asians Strike Back: A Coronavirus Science and Comedy Show.” This interview was conducted on March 9th and details were current at the time but may have changed since. Asians Strike Back: A Coronavirus Comedy & Science Show was hosted by Kyle Marian (@kylemarian) and Esther Chen (@theestherchen). Select performances by Dylan Adler, Anhtriet Tran, Bryan Yang, Asian Not Asian Podcast's Mic Nguyen & Fumi Abe, and Woody Fu. Featured scientists were Raj Sivaraman and Diana Klatt. Other featured segments were clips from The Daily Show with Trevor Noah, stand-up by Norm MacDonald (full performances on his YouTube channel), "Jealous Corona" by the Vietnam Ministry of Health, and "The Coronavirus Lament" by Randy Rainbow. For more science comedy resources, visit www.DCScienceComedy.com. and follow Kasha Patel for more jokes and #scicomm tips outside of the podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sciencecomedyparadox/support

Elena was occupied this weekend, but Petey did the right thing and carried the torch with Jelani Wills, Kasha Patel and Michael Ian Black.  We talk in length about leap years, The State, comedy business, science and nutrition....The basics....

Kasha Patel was our first guest ever and now she's back! A lot has changed with our show, but we're still the same, pretty much! Kasha works in science so we did a lot of science based things like trying the Pavlov bell experience, Martin drank expired milk, Kasha talks about going to Antarctica, we try to figure out the science behind X-Men, we listen to a song about the water cycle that is lit af, and more!! It's a good, somewhat educational time! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/martin-phillips/support

We’re blasting off, leaving Earth’s orbit, and grabbing front row seats at an interplanetary smackdown. Which planet will be crowned the Smash Boom Best? Will debater Tommy McNamara bring it home for our neighbor Venus? Or will Kasha Patel earn a win for larger-than-life Jupiter? Visit smashboom.org to cast your vote. You can join the Debate Club and get access to our bonus episode at smashboom.org/debateclub. This episode is sponsored by Circle (meetcircle.com/smash and enter SMASH at checkout for $30 off) and by Raddish, a cooking club for kids (RaddishKids.com/Boom and coupon code BOOM).

Two epic landforms battle it out in a geological prizefight that’s going to rock your world! So which one of these stony-faced sluggers is going to win this showdown?! Debaters Shaena Montanari and Kasha Patel go head-to-head to win your vote. Tell us who you think won at smashboom.org. This episode is sponsored by Relay (relaygo.com/boom for 15% off your purchase on Amazon).

On today's mini episode Mark and Niraj interview science comedian and NASA science writer Kasha Patel. Follow Kasha Patel on TwitterFollow DC science comedy on Twitter. Then contact us on our instagram, facebook or twitter. Or email us at: drhecklepod@gmail.com SPONSOR:Check out Comma Comedians on Facebook.

This week I’m joined by comedian Kasha Patel. Kasha is a great comedian and also works for NASA. I did NOT feel stupid at all talking to her about it, especially with pressing questions like, are Aliens real? There not. Kasha talks about incorporating Science into her act, growing up with Indian parents and of course, Comedy. Enjoy.

Howdy friends! We’re back with Season 6 of our podcast, but this episode is a little bit different. taste of science DC partnered with the wonderful Kasha Patel of DC Science Comedy to cover the serious subject of our planetary demise…or not! Join Kasha and her special guests Haywood Turnipseed Jr., Jessie Deichmann, Tom Di Liberto and Julie Speers as they quiz and laugh their way through all manner of questions earthy. #EarthOptimism

New episode is up with hilarious guest Kasha Patel! We talk about Space, West Virginia and comedic journeys! Click below to listen and see if the $8 WiFi from the middle seat of a southwest flight was worth it and works well enough to share a link.

In this episode our guest is Kasha Patel who puts on science comedy shows. She answers questions about science while doing different accents, reads a poem about an elephant, explains why she does comedy even though she is somewhat successful, and more! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/martin-phillips/support

Join former NYT Science Times editor David Corcoran for a discussion with popular science writer and prolific book author Carl Zimmer about the history of heredity, and why you can’t boil down something as complex as intelligence to a couple of genes. Also, podcast host Kasha Patel talks with Undark’s Matters of Fact and Tracker columnist Michael Schulson about the safety of CBD, or cannabidiol, for dogs; and science journalist Anja Krieger takes listeners to the small German town of Schleswig, where a major leak has sparked a big debate.

Anand Varma is a National Geographic Photographer and biologist who uses pioneering techniques to capture images of everything from parasites that control the mind of an insect to hummingbirds to bees licking each other. He explains his work to comedians Jo Firestone, Scott Adsit, and Kasha Patel. Hosted by Chris Duffy. Produced by Pretty Good Friends. This episode was recorded in front of a live audience at National Geographic in DC.

This week podcast I talk about my DC Improv Hosting Debut. I also put over the shows that lead up to the big event including "Don't Block the Box" and Kasha Patel's "Valentines Day" show. Plus I interviewed "Pretty Funny" Ent own Kandyce August via the Facebook Chat. All this and much much more on the Open Mike Podcast. Follow All The Social Media Below!!! Twitter,IG and Snap @Olmikeb757 www.olmikeb.com  Twitter - @Just_Kandyce IG: Kandyce1978 www.PrettyFunyEnt.Com

Comedy Hack Day matches comedians with coders. Together, they figure out funny ideas for apps and websites. Then they build 'em. And then they present 'em. This year, the grand finale for Comedy Hack Day DC is at the Improv on November 13. We're talking to Ross Nover, who helps organize the event, and Kasha Patel, who was on the winning team for 2015. They explain how the event started -- and what it takes to be a champion. Have a listen, then come party at the presentations on 11/13. The Comedy Hack Day DC website

After an unintentional hiatus we're back with comedian and scientist Kasha Patel, who tells us about space weather, Uber-ing across the country, experimental burritos, and much more. Also featuring our 1st ever call in guest, Stephen Joseph Campbell, who yells at us about stuff.

Live at The Wonderland Ballroom with Allison Lane, Haywood Turnipseed Jr, Kasha Patel and Cinema Hearts Allison Lane for co-host Haywood Turnipseed Jr for Color Commentary Kasha Patel for stand up Cinema Hearts for music The Wonderland Ballroom for venue Washington D.C. for city

On this edition of the Sports Info Solutions Baseball Podcast, senior research analyst Mark Simon (@MarkASimonSays) takes the show in a different direction. Mark is joined by science writer and stand-up comedienne Kasha Patel (@KashaPatel). Kasha, whose day job is as a science writer and social media manager for NASA, has opened for notable names such as Jen Kirkman and Vir Das in her comedy work. Her stand-up focuses on science, but also traditional topics such as family and the cultural experience of growing up as an Indian in West Virginia. What’s distinct about Kasha is that she uses data to inform her comedy in ways that parallel how we study baseball statistics. She shares her background (2:33), then transitions into explaining how she tracks her jokes in a spreadsheet (4:09). Mark and Kasha discuss the different ways she categorizes and times her jokes (5:58), the process of tracking jokes and her wish for an automated tracking system (11:27), how old-school comedians have reacted to her work (17:07), how she constructs a joke (19:06), and how she simplifies scientific information to make it easily accessible to audiences who don’t have scientific background (24:02). Lastly, she shares career-development advice that can be applied to any field (26:47).Then in the spirit of Kasha’s podcast, Science Comedy Paradox, Mark and show producer Justin Stine (@j_stine31) discuss the biggest takeaways from the conversation and share an analogy Kasha made comparing her joke list to a baseball lineup (29:52).Stay safe, stay healthy, and thanks for listening!Helpful LinksKasha’s Tedx Talk – “Sneaking Science into Standup”Stand-up set at the DC ImprovScience Comedy Paradox Podcast