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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
FAQs about Vaguely Scientific:How many episodes does Vaguely Scientific have?The podcast currently has 188 episodes available.
November 22, 2023Vaguely Scientific #136: Chicken Tastes Like EverythingIn this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Joe to discuss why people say that everything tastes like chicken. Then, we analyze the anatomy of many sci-fi aliens. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Joe...more58minPlay
November 08, 2023Vaguely Scientific #135: Chucking Hammers in LavaIn this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Mark to discuss what superheroes might work best to avert historical disasters. Then, we try to figure out what exactly volcanologists do. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Mark...more1h 2minPlay
October 25, 2023Vaguely Scientific #134: Vaguely Spooky 6 - A Bloody CravingIn this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Brian and Spooky Dave to talk about why vampires drink human blood and not, say, a horse's blood. Then, could a War of the Worlds-style panic happen today? Finally, we discuss our favorite Halloween costumes of days gone by. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Brian, Dave...more59minPlay
October 11, 2023Vaguely Scientific #133: Strong Lawn FeelingsIn this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Adam to discuss how humans might be able to get wings and if they could use them. Then, we talk about how stupid grass lawns are. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Adam...more1h 1minPlay
September 27, 2023Vaguely Scientific #132: Captain All of the ElementsIn this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Jonathan to discuss whether there's any relation between the Pokémon Kabutops and Scyther. Then, what kinds of weird powers could we gain if we were able to manipulate the elements of the periodic table in the same way cartoon characters can manipulate earth, fire, water, and wind? Panelists: Jim, Derek, Jonathan...more1h 4minPlay
September 13, 2023Vaguely Scientific #131: Calzone EarthIn this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Dac to try and figure out where Charmander's fire and Squirtle's water come from. Then, what would happen if Earth were to suddenly become flat? Everyone would probably die. But what else? Panelists: Jim, Derek, Dac...more51minPlay
August 30, 2023Vaguely Scientific #130: Vampire Entrapment LawsIn this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Justin and Aly to try to figure out what Scooby Snacks are made out of. Then, we tackle the most vital law enforcement question of our time: can a vampire cop enter your house without permission? Panelists: Jim, Derek, Aly, Justin...more1h 2minPlay
August 23, 2023Vaguely Extra #12: Episode 88 Bonus QuestionWay back in Episode 88 (Justin: Time), we had actually planned and recorded a whole third question. However, we had so much other content from the first two questions that we had to cut it for time. So here it is in all of its glory! ...more12minPlay
August 16, 2023Vaguely Scientific #129: Political MosquitoesIn this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Catherine to talk about viewing our dreams using fancy pants technology. Then, we exterminate all mosquitoes! But is that a very good idea? Panelists: Jim, Derek, Catherine...more57minPlay
August 02, 2023Vaguely Scientific #128: That Sinking FeelingIn this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Sierra to discuss building a city on the bottom of the ocean. Then, we 3D print a delicious steak dinner! Panelists: Jim, Derek, Sierra...more52minPlay
FAQs about Vaguely Scientific:How many episodes does Vaguely Scientific have?The podcast currently has 188 episodes available.