Dr. Zander kicks off by telling us about a silly mistake he recently made then Nic brings up the problems with Institutions and particularly Institutional Media. The term Institutional Media is used by Dr. Eric Weinstein, a fascinating thinker whose passion for a new Unified Theory could revolutionize our world - if he can get the message out. Nic wonders if he may be too contrarian for our current media climate and should start his own distributed media empire. Contact us at [email protected]

Dr. Zander explains how we can control nuclear reactors when neutrons are flying into and out of the fuel in .0000000001 seconds. He also explains the natural limiting factors and the mechanical methods that are used to control the fission chain reaction. Contact us at [email protected]

Dr. Zander gives us a look into the complicated world of computer modeling and specifically how it's used to model the spread of diseases such as COVID-19. He explains how it's done and why the results are our best shot at predicting how a disease will spread through a population. Nic asks what we should keep in mind when looking at computer-generated models and how we can use this in our daily lives to be more informed. Contact us at [email protected]

Nic and Dr. Zander chat talk about an assortment of news stories excluding anything related to any viruses. It begins with a discussion the camless of engine in the new Koenigsegg. Zander is confounded that people pronounce the meme as "me-me" during a conversation about boogaloo meme based insurgency. Nic gives an update on a feud between Bill Nye and Disney. And much more! Contact us at [email protected]

Dr. Zander gives us a rundown on nuclear power starting from a basic description of the fission process to the basics of how a nuclear plant operates. 

Nic and Dr. Zander finally get into the topic of guns in America. They discuss technical aspects that make guns difficult to regulate, the freedom vs. safety debate, how suicide impacts gun death statistics, and what can be done with policies to curb gun violence. Contact us at [email protected]

Dr. Zander begins the conversation by talking about the EARN IT act working it's way through Congress. They also discuss the ramifications of backdoors to popular encrypted apps commonly used by many people around the world. They wrap up by talking about the broader implications of privacy in the digital age. Contact us at [email protected]

Dr. Zander and Nic ramble about politics and the 2020 Democratic race. Contact us at [email protected]

Nic and Zander talk about communicating science concepts and how average people like Nic shouldn't be afraid to question certain aspects of scientific theory. Contact us at [email protected]

Nic and Zander talk about all things radiation in this episode. Learn how it works and questions should be asked when you hear the word "radiation". Contact us at [email protected].