Vaguely Scientific

By Vaguely Scientific

Our panelists answer audience-submitted questions that range from the serious to the ridiculous using as much science as they can muster! Hosts Jim, Derek, and a rotating panel use their expertise (or... more

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Vaguely Scientific episodes:

April 28, 2021 Vaguely Scientific #69: Naked Invisible People
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Aly to discuss how society might be different if it was composed entirely of invisible people. And yes, we're just going to assume invisible people would work. It makes it easier. Then, we dive into a thought experiment as we discuss what our individual Pokémon gyms would look like.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Aly
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50min
April 14, 2021 Vaguely Scientific #68: You'd Be a Human On Mars in the Ground Dead!
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Big A to discuss what the "Wild West" of Mars might look like as our colonization efforts ramp up. Then, we discuss how one might go about playing Rocket League with real cars. Move over, Top Gear!
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Big A
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44min
March 31, 2021 Vaguely Scientific #67: We're ALL in the Illuminati
In this extra long April Fools episode, Derek and Jim are joined by Anne and Justin to completely mangle the scientific method and answer questions using as LITTLE science as possible! Science Fact or Fiction returns as well, along with a smattering of the best spambot posts of the year!

Panelists: Jim, Derek, Justin, Anne
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1h 6min
March 17, 2021 Vaguely Scientific #66: All Organs Into the Dumpster
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Chris to discuss which organs we should be taking out in order to streamline things in our bodies. Then, we suss out what would happen if magic were to suddenly become real in our modern age. The answer may not surprise you!
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Chris
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43min
March 03, 2021 Vaguely Scientific #65: Making Peace with the Internet
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Ryan to earn the internet's forgiveness. As such, we reconcile the differences between Star Wars and Star Trek (and decide who would win in a fight). Then, we build a quaint little life in a bottomless pit, falling forever until we run out of food and die.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Ryan
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44min
February 17, 2021 Vaguely Scientific #64: Whose Line Is the Outer Limits
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Addison to discuss how best to arm oneself during the coming zombie apocalypse. Then, we get deeply metaphysical and philosophical when we try to forcibly enter... The Twilight Zone.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Addison
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48min
February 03, 2021 Vaguely Scientific #63: The Rhinoceros Matrix
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Dac and David to discuss how the machines get the image data for our bodies and ascribe those to us in the Matrix. Then, we debate the ideal bonus limb and where it should go on our body.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, David, Dac
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44min
January 20, 2021 Vaguely Scientific #62: Welcome to Our Alien Parasite Overlords
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Aly to discuss which animal species should be uplifted to human intelligence. Then, we explain how one might stop an alien parasite from taking over their brain if you would want to do something that foolish. Also, we talk a lot about Animorphs.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Aly
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46min
January 06, 2021 Vaguely Scientific #61: The Shield of Perpetual Shielding
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Adam to discuss whether or not you could use gemstones to enhance the power of a shield. Then, we try to figure out at approximately what age all of our immortal listeners will quit aging.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Adam
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45min
January 01, 2021 Vaguely Extra #7: Outtakes 4ever
Start the year off right by listening to all the material that ended up on the cutting room floor from the back half of season two. Some of it's funny, some of it's interesting, and some of it is interesting AND funny!
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28min

FAQs about Vaguely Scientific:

How many episodes does Vaguely Scientific have?

The podcast currently has 206 episodes available.