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]]> false Michael Schubert info+64fdcfef448eb70012fcd9d7@mg-eu.acast.com 64fdcfef448eb70012fcd9d7 after-school-science-club episodic https://assets.pippa.io/shows/cover/1694355358583-f476249a37b57ea59486b7b62aaa1442.jpeg https://shows.acast.com/after-school-science-club After School Science Club 2.8: Disease Detectives | Dennis Strenk 2.8: Disease Detectives | Dennis Strenk Thu, 01 Aug 2024 07:00:53 GMT 23:29 66aaf8905946707b28721cf5 false https://shows.acast.com/after-school-science-club/episodes/2-8-disease-detectives 66aaf8905946707b28721cf5 64fdcfef448eb70012fcd9d7 2-8-disease-detectives Who diagnoses your diseases? full 2 8 For many people, when they have a diagnostic test – like a blood test or tissue biopsy – it disappears into the lab and, eventually, they hear the results from a doctor. But what actually happens in between taking that sample and receiving the result?


In our season two finale, pathologists’ assistant Dennis Strenk takes us behind the doors of the magic “black box” of the lab. What does a typical day look like in the lab? What does Dennis wish people knew about their own bodies and about diagnostic testing? And how does someone become a laboratory medicine expert?


Listen to the episode to find out – and we’ll see you soon for season three!


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]]> For many people, when they have a diagnostic test – like a blood test or tissue biopsy – it disappears into the lab and, eventually, they hear the results from a doctor. But what actually happens in between taking that sample and receiving the result?


In our season two finale, pathologists’ assistant Dennis Strenk takes us behind the doors of the magic “black box” of the lab. What does a typical day look like in the lab? What does Dennis wish people knew about their own bodies and about diagnostic testing? And how does someone become a laboratory medicine expert?


Listen to the episode to find out – and we’ll see you soon for season three!


Show Notes

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]]> 2.7: Science Goes Global 2.7: Science Goes Global Thu, 25 Jul 2024 16:26:29 GMT 29:23 66a207f322781665a98934e8 false https://shows.acast.com/after-school-science-club/episodes/2-7-science-goes-global 66a207f322781665a98934e8 64fdcfef448eb70012fcd9d7 2-7-science-goes-global Mick and Liv talk about the amazing science they’ve done around the world full 2 7 When you think of a scientist, you might think of a person who is stuck in a lab all day – but did you know that science can actually take you anywhere in the world?


As Liv comes to the end of her six-month backpacking trip around Southeast Asia, she talks about some of the scientific activities she’s done along the way. From visiting the APOPO Center in Cambodia, where she met African giant pouched rats trained to detect landmines, to snorkeling around the Phi Phi Islands in Thailand and spotting some great species of fish.


Mick talks about some of the fossil digs he’s been on (and his favorite fossil), his SCUBA diving adventures with green sea turtles in Hawaii (to check them for cancer), and the time he was nearly eaten by a Komodo dragon! Did he survive? Listen now to find out!


We hope this episode gives you a glimpse into what life can be like as a scientist – and inspires you to explore more opportunities yourself!


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]]> When you think of a scientist, you might think of a person who is stuck in a lab all day – but did you know that science can actually take you anywhere in the world?


As Liv comes to the end of her six-month backpacking trip around Southeast Asia, she talks about some of the scientific activities she’s done along the way. From visiting the APOPO Center in Cambodia, where she met African giant pouched rats trained to detect landmines, to snorkeling around the Phi Phi Islands in Thailand and spotting some great species of fish.


Mick talks about some of the fossil digs he’s been on (and his favorite fossil), his SCUBA diving adventures with green sea turtles in Hawaii (to check them for cancer), and the time he was nearly eaten by a Komodo dragon! Did he survive? Listen now to find out!


We hope this episode gives you a glimpse into what life can be like as a scientist – and inspires you to explore more opportunities yourself!


Show Notes

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]]> 2.6: Communicating to Survive… the Zombie Apocalypse | Stacey Smith? 2.6: Communicating to Survive… the Zombie Apocalypse | Stacey Smith? Thu, 11 Jul 2024 07:00:02 GMT 38:54 668b9ab1453c109b963748ff false https://shows.acast.com/after-school-science-club/episodes/2-6-zombie-pandemic 668b9ab1453c109b963748ff 64fdcfef448eb70012fcd9d7 2-6-zombie-pandemic How science communication can be our best weapon when the zombies come for us all full 2 6 In this week’s episode, we’re joined by mathematical biologist Stacey Smith? to talk about science policy and communication – with a bit of a twist. We learn about how a zombie apocalypse might begin, how scientists might handle it in the early stages, and the barriers to communicating essential scientific information to policymakers and the public.


We also reminisce on the difficulties scientists and science communicators faced during the COVID-19 pandemic, and how you speak to people who just don’t want to listen – especially when your message is drowned out by the flurry of misinformation and disinformation on social media.


If COVID-19 had been an Ebola outbreak, would the public have reacted differently? Stacey explains why we never want to experience an “interesting” pandemic and how outbreaks in history forced us to reconsider what we actually know about diseases and human health.

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]]> In this week’s episode, we’re joined by mathematical biologist Stacey Smith? to talk about science policy and communication – with a bit of a twist. We learn about how a zombie apocalypse might begin, how scientists might handle it in the early stages, and the barriers to communicating essential scientific information to policymakers and the public.


We also reminisce on the difficulties scientists and science communicators faced during the COVID-19 pandemic, and how you speak to people who just don’t want to listen – especially when your message is drowned out by the flurry of misinformation and disinformation on social media.


If COVID-19 had been an Ebola outbreak, would the public have reacted differently? Stacey explains why we never want to experience an “interesting” pandemic and how outbreaks in history forced us to reconsider what we actually know about diseases and human health.

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]]> 2.5: De-Extinction – A Mammoth Problem 2.5: De-Extinction – A Mammoth Problem Thu, 04 Jul 2024 08:00:58 GMT 20:28 6680dec45cd64e8b868d277e false https://shows.acast.com/after-school-science-club/episodes/2-5-deextinction 6680dec45cd64e8b868d277e 64fdcfef448eb70012fcd9d7 2-5-deextinction What to expect when you’re resurrecting full 2 5 We all have a favorite animal that we wish were still alive – whether it’s a giant armored Dunkleosteus fish or a miniature Eohippus, the 12-inch-tall prehistoric ancestor of the horse. But is there a chance that, somewhere out there, these extinct creatures may not be so extinct at all? Or could we perhaps – one day – bring them back?


In this episode, we dive into the topic of de-extinction, asking: how do scientists decide that a species has gone extinct in the first place? What are the considerations and consequences of bringing back extinct species? What makes a species a good candidate for de-extinction?


And perhaps the most pressing question – will we be seeing woolly mammoths wandering around any time soon?


Listen to the episode to find out!


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]]> We all have a favorite animal that we wish were still alive – whether it’s a giant armored Dunkleosteus fish or a miniature Eohippus, the 12-inch-tall prehistoric ancestor of the horse. But is there a chance that, somewhere out there, these extinct creatures may not be so extinct at all? Or could we perhaps – one day – bring them back?


In this episode, we dive into the topic of de-extinction, asking: how do scientists decide that a species has gone extinct in the first place? What are the considerations and consequences of bringing back extinct species? What makes a species a good candidate for de-extinction?


And perhaps the most pressing question – will we be seeing woolly mammoths wandering around any time soon?


Listen to the episode to find out!


Show Notes

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]]> 2.4: Computing Creativity | Amy McGarry-Thickitt 2.4: Computing Creativity | Amy McGarry-Thickitt Thu, 18 Apr 2024 08:00:36 GMT 37:26 662087f5ac77e10012d5008b false https://shows.acast.com/after-school-science-club/episodes/2-4-computing-creativity 662087f5ac77e10012d5008b 64fdcfef448eb70012fcd9d7 2-4-computing-creativity Is AI really coming for our jobs? full 2 4 Nowadays, we constantly hear about how AI is going to replace us – but are we being alarmists or are our robot overlords really the way of the future?


In this episode, we speak with Amy McGarry-Thickitt about AI and its place in the world – now and in the future. And, because we’re science communicators, writers, and editors here on After School Science Club, we particularly want to know how it’s being used in the creative space. How are AI models trained? How might we work with AI so it complements our lives? And are there any steps that creatives can take to protect our work from being plagiarized by these digital tools?


We also talk about the limits of AI models and whether they might one day think for themselves. What does it really mean when Amy says we need to “free the computers?”


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]]> Nowadays, we constantly hear about how AI is going to replace us – but are we being alarmists or are our robot overlords really the way of the future?


In this episode, we speak with Amy McGarry-Thickitt about AI and its place in the world – now and in the future. And, because we’re science communicators, writers, and editors here on After School Science Club, we particularly want to know how it’s being used in the creative space. How are AI models trained? How might we work with AI so it complements our lives? And are there any steps that creatives can take to protect our work from being plagiarized by these digital tools?


We also talk about the limits of AI models and whether they might one day think for themselves. What does it really mean when Amy says we need to “free the computers?”


Show Notes

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]]> 2.3: Your Brain on Digital 2.3: Your Brain on Digital Thu, 11 Apr 2024 08:00:46 GMT 21:15 66174f155dcecd0016818545 false https://shows.acast.com/after-school-science-club/episodes/2-3-digital-brains 66174f155dcecd0016818545 64fdcfef448eb70012fcd9d7 2-3-digital-brains Can we really “hack” our brains – and what does it mean if we can? full 2 3 The intersection of brains and computers may seem like it falls into the realm of science fiction, but it’s actually at the forefront of scientific research. But what are brain-computer interfaces (BCIs)? Can computers really read our thoughts? And how is this technology being used to help paralyzed patients regain their independence?


We talk about Neuralink, how it works, and why the company’s animal experiments have recently come under fire. We also highlight projects from other researchers worldwide who are making even greater strides in the field.


Finally, we ask: could uploading your consciousness to a computer one day become a reality? What barriers stand in the way of this digital future – and would we even want to upload our minds if we could?


Show Notes

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]]> The intersection of brains and computers may seem like it falls into the realm of science fiction, but it’s actually at the forefront of scientific research. But what are brain-computer interfaces (BCIs)? Can computers really read our thoughts? And how is this technology being used to help paralyzed patients regain their independence?


We talk about Neuralink, how it works, and why the company’s animal experiments have recently come under fire. We also highlight projects from other researchers worldwide who are making even greater strides in the field.


Finally, we ask: could uploading your consciousness to a computer one day become a reality? What barriers stand in the way of this digital future – and would we even want to upload our minds if we could?


Show Notes

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]]> 2.2: Plague Rats | Keren Landsman 2.2: Plague Rats | Keren Landsman Thu, 04 Apr 2024 08:00:56 GMT 36:16 660d721e7aeaef001639ed9c false https://shows.acast.com/after-school-science-club/episodes/2-2-plague-rats 660d721e7aeaef001639ed9c 64fdcfef448eb70012fcd9d7 2-2-plague-rats Has pandemic response changed over time? full 2 2 In this week’s episode, we talk to epidemiologist Keren Landsman about plagues, pandemics, and public health. We discuss the Black Death, how it spread, and what public health measures managed to curb the disease that wiped out up to two-thirds of the population. We also ask: what’s the deal with plague doctors – did those terrifying masks even protect against disease?


Fast-forward to modern-day outbreaks and epidemics… what breakthroughs have changed the way we respond to them? How has the erosion of trust during the COVID-19 pandemic affected the way people receive health information? And is society obsessed with being too clean?


Please note: we recorded this episode early in 2023, so there are some references to events (like Ebola outbreaks) that were recent at the time of recording, but are not ongoing today.


Show Notes

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]]> In this week’s episode, we talk to epidemiologist Keren Landsman about plagues, pandemics, and public health. We discuss the Black Death, how it spread, and what public health measures managed to curb the disease that wiped out up to two-thirds of the population. We also ask: what’s the deal with plague doctors – did those terrifying masks even protect against disease?


Fast-forward to modern-day outbreaks and epidemics… what breakthroughs have changed the way we respond to them? How has the erosion of trust during the COVID-19 pandemic affected the way people receive health information? And is society obsessed with being too clean?


Please note: we recorded this episode early in 2023, so there are some references to events (like Ebola outbreaks) that were recent at the time of recording, but are not ongoing today.


Show Notes

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]]> 2.1: Controversies Behind the Science 2.1: Controversies Behind the Science Thu, 28 Mar 2024 08:00:04 GMT 32:02 66038f267004c70017a32cab false https://shows.acast.com/after-school-science-club/episodes/2-1-controversies 66038f267004c70017a32cab 64fdcfef448eb70012fcd9d7 2-1-controversies Science isn’t perfect – so how do we make sure we get it “right?” full 2 1 We’re kicking off season two with a return to the science behind the science – this time, focusing on science controversies. We’d like to think that everything in science runs smoothly all the time – but, like any other part of life, that’s not always the case.


From Zimbardo’s Stanford prison experiment and Andrew Wakefield’s fraudulent MMR vaccine–autism claims, to smallpox vaccine development and Purdue Pharma’s misrepresenting opioid addiction, we’re dissecting real-world examples of controversial scientific moments.


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]]> We’re kicking off season two with a return to the science behind the science – this time, focusing on science controversies. We’d like to think that everything in science runs smoothly all the time – but, like any other part of life, that’s not always the case.


From Zimbardo’s Stanford prison experiment and Andrew Wakefield’s fraudulent MMR vaccine–autism claims, to smallpox vaccine development and Purdue Pharma’s misrepresenting opioid addiction, we’re dissecting real-world examples of controversial scientific moments.


Show Notes

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]]> 1.10: Mysteries of the Deep | Jon Copley 1.10: Mysteries of the Deep | Jon Copley Thu, 25 Jan 2024 12:00:44 GMT 32:48 65b163cdd95ea50015f2ccbc false https://shows.acast.com/after-school-science-club/episodes/1-10-ocean-floor 65b163cdd95ea50015f2ccbc 64fdcfef448eb70012fcd9d7 1-10-ocean-floor The ocean floor: more alien than outer space? full 1 10 We often see claims that we’ve only explored about 5% of the ocean floor, but what exactly do we mean by “explored”? And do we really know as little about it as we think? Joined by Jon Copley, deep-sea ecologist and marine biologist, we’re finishing off season one of After School Science Club strong with an exploratory descent to the ocean floor.


What are some of the weirdest deep-sea creatures lurking in the oceans? And what can life on the sea floor tell us about the potential for life in other harsh conditions, such as alien planets? We talk about all this and more with Jon in our journey to the bottom of the ocean.


We hope you enjoy the episode – and we’ll see you in March for season two!


Show Notes

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]]> We often see claims that we’ve only explored about 5% of the ocean floor, but what exactly do we mean by “explored”? And do we really know as little about it as we think? Joined by Jon Copley, deep-sea ecologist and marine biologist, we’re finishing off season one of After School Science Club strong with an exploratory descent to the ocean floor.


What are some of the weirdest deep-sea creatures lurking in the oceans? And what can life on the sea floor tell us about the potential for life in other harsh conditions, such as alien planets? We talk about all this and more with Jon in our journey to the bottom of the ocean.


We hope you enjoy the episode – and we’ll see you in March for season two!


Show Notes

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]]> 1.9: The Science Behind the Science 1.9: The Science Behind the Science Thu, 18 Jan 2024 12:00:01 GMT 26:06 65a8261570c634001770e628 false https://shows.acast.com/after-school-science-club/episodes/1-9-scientific-method 65a8261570c634001770e628 64fdcfef448eb70012fcd9d7 1-9-scientific-method The scientific process and how it unfolds full 1 9 This podcast is all about the weird and wonderful world of science… but have you ever wondered what science actually is? How do researchers reach their conclusions? How do we know when science is “right?” And what does it actually mean when people say, “The science says…”


In this episode of After School Science Club, we’re drawing back the curtain to explore the science behind the science. We also talk about our experience as science communicators during the COVID-19 pandemic and how science unfolding in real-time on a public stage made it that much more difficult.



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]]> This podcast is all about the weird and wonderful world of science… but have you ever wondered what science actually is? How do researchers reach their conclusions? How do we know when science is “right?” And what does it actually mean when people say, “The science says…”


In this episode of After School Science Club, we’re drawing back the curtain to explore the science behind the science. We also talk about our experience as science communicators during the COVID-19 pandemic and how science unfolding in real-time on a public stage made it that much more difficult.



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]]> 1.8: Just a Bunch of Hocus Pocus | Katherine Howe (Spooky Scary Science Club) 1.8: Just a Bunch of Hocus Pocus | Katherine Howe (Spooky Scary Science Club) Thu, 11 Jan 2024 12:00:04 GMT 43:30 65856f27e11a760016ae531a false https://shows.acast.com/after-school-science-club/episodes/1-8-spooky-witches 65856f27e11a760016ae531a 64fdcfef448eb70012fcd9d7 1-8-spooky-witches Is magic really just science we don’t understand? full 1 8 Double, double, toil and trouble – we’re taking a trip back in time to the infamous witch trials. Katherine Howe tells us about the influences that gave rise to beliefs in witchcraft – and why villagers thought even their next door neighbors might have been witches.


Did people’s belief in witchcraft have some scientific basis? What led to the inevitable decline of witch hunts in the late 17th century? And how have the witch trials influenced pop culture today?


Learn more about witchcraft and science through the ages with Katherine Howe and After School Science Club – we hope you enjoy the episode!


Show Notes

  • Katherine Howe is a New York Times bestselling and award-winning historian and novelist. Find out more about Katherine’s work and her new book, A TRUE ACCOUNT – out now!

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]]> Double, double, toil and trouble – we’re taking a trip back in time to the infamous witch trials. Katherine Howe tells us about the influences that gave rise to beliefs in witchcraft – and why villagers thought even their next door neighbors might have been witches.


Did people’s belief in witchcraft have some scientific basis? What led to the inevitable decline of witch hunts in the late 17th century? And how have the witch trials influenced pop culture today?


Learn more about witchcraft and science through the ages with Katherine Howe and After School Science Club – we hope you enjoy the episode!


Show Notes

  • Katherine Howe is a New York Times bestselling and award-winning historian and novelist. Find out more about Katherine’s work and her new book, A TRUE ACCOUNT – out now!

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]]> 1.7: Mind Tricks (Spooky Scary Science Club) 1.7: Mind Tricks (Spooky Scary Science Club) Thu, 04 Jan 2024 12:00:09 GMT 24:33 65856e7a62395f001877500f false https://shows.acast.com/after-school-science-club/episodes/1-7-spooky-parapsychology 65856e7a62395f001877500f 64fdcfef448eb70012fcd9d7 1-7-spooky-parapsychology The science of seeing the future (or dead people) full 1 7 In this episode of Spooky Scary Science Club, we return with a look into parapsychology and the scientific basis of the supernatural.


Can people really predict the future? Though a controversial piece of research has claimed that we can, many others have refuted the idea. But that leads us to ask – how do psychics really know so much about our lives? We dive into how tricks of psychology can convince you that someone knows all about you and what your future holds.


We also talk about ghostly encounters and how scientific phenomena may actually provide rational explanations for them. From evolutionary mechanisms to protect you from harm to the entirely normal experience of seeing faces and patterns in otherwise random and ambiguous stimuli, we ain’t afraid of no ghost!


Show Notes

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]]> In this episode of Spooky Scary Science Club, we return with a look into parapsychology and the scientific basis of the supernatural.


Can people really predict the future? Though a controversial piece of research has claimed that we can, many others have refuted the idea. But that leads us to ask – how do psychics really know so much about our lives? We dive into how tricks of psychology can convince you that someone knows all about you and what your future holds.


We also talk about ghostly encounters and how scientific phenomena may actually provide rational explanations for them. From evolutionary mechanisms to protect you from harm to the entirely normal experience of seeing faces and patterns in otherwise random and ambiguous stimuli, we ain’t afraid of no ghost!


Show Notes

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]]> 1.6: Fright Night | Jon Greenaway (Spooky Scary Science Club) 1.6: Fright Night | Jon Greenaway (Spooky Scary Science Club) Thu, 19 Oct 2023 11:00:31 GMT 38:37 6530424f124b9d0012e793e1 false https://shows.acast.com/after-school-science-club/episodes/1-6-spooky-horror 6530424f124b9d0012e793e1 64fdcfef448eb70012fcd9d7 1-6-spooky-horror A night at the movies that’s bound to leave you quaking full 1 6 October is arguably one of the best times for movie lovers. Whether you’re into classic monster stories, psychological thrillers, or more wholesome tales, there’s something for everyone.


Though we may prefer cozy spooky films (Hocus Pocus, anyone?), we’re still scientists, so we asked horror and literature expert Jon Greenaway how horror gets inside our heads – and why some people actually enjoy their visceral reactions.


Is the science in horror movies actually any good – or just scarily bad? How has Hollywood manipulated the science to create effective experiences for audiences? And what real-world events and phenomena inspired our most iconic horror tales?


Grab your popcorn and get settled in for the second episode in our Spooky Scary Science Club seasonal special!


Show Notes

  • Jon Greenaway has a PhD in literature and is an expert in horror from the late 18th century to the present. He is the author of multiple books including the forthcoming Capitalism: A Horror Story.
  • Listen to Jon’s podcast: Horror Vanguard on Apple Podcasts

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]]> October is arguably one of the best times for movie lovers. Whether you’re into classic monster stories, psychological thrillers, or more wholesome tales, there’s something for everyone.


Though we may prefer cozy spooky films (Hocus Pocus, anyone?), we’re still scientists, so we asked horror and literature expert Jon Greenaway how horror gets inside our heads – and why some people actually enjoy their visceral reactions.


Is the science in horror movies actually any good – or just scarily bad? How has Hollywood manipulated the science to create effective experiences for audiences? And what real-world events and phenomena inspired our most iconic horror tales?


Grab your popcorn and get settled in for the second episode in our Spooky Scary Science Club seasonal special!


Show Notes

  • Jon Greenaway has a PhD in literature and is an expert in horror from the late 18th century to the present. He is the author of multiple books including the forthcoming Capitalism: A Horror Story.
  • Listen to Jon’s podcast: Horror Vanguard on Apple Podcasts

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]]> 1.5: It Came from Outer Space…? (Spooky Scary Science Club) 1.5: It Came from Outer Space…? (Spooky Scary Science Club) Thu, 12 Oct 2023 11:00:38 GMT 23:06 6526e954dbaa670012700ac9 false https://shows.acast.com/after-school-science-club/episodes/1-5-spooky-unexplored 6526e954dbaa670012700ac9 64fdcfef448eb70012fcd9d7 1-5-spooky-unexplored Exploring the unexplored to explain the unexplainable full 1 5 Halloween is almost upon us – and so, for the next four weeks, we’re turning the podcast into Spooky Scary Science Club! We’ll bring you a month of special episodes filled with monsters, aliens, witches, ghosts, and more from the strangest and most spine-chilling corners of science.


In this week’s episode, we investigate earthquake lights, what might cause them, and the weird theories they’ve inspired. We ask, are we truly alone in the universe? And what’s scarier – the thought that we might be… or the thought that we might not?


We also explore the mystery of the Loch Ness Monster. Does Nessie really reside in the dark, peaty waters of the loch? Many have tried to prove her existence using scientific methods, but what did they actually find?


Show Notes

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]]> Halloween is almost upon us – and so, for the next four weeks, we’re turning the podcast into Spooky Scary Science Club! We’ll bring you a month of special episodes filled with monsters, aliens, witches, ghosts, and more from the strangest and most spine-chilling corners of science.


In this week’s episode, we investigate earthquake lights, what might cause them, and the weird theories they’ve inspired. We ask, are we truly alone in the universe? And what’s scarier – the thought that we might be… or the thought that we might not?


We also explore the mystery of the Loch Ness Monster. Does Nessie really reside in the dark, peaty waters of the loch? Many have tried to prove her existence using scientific methods, but what did they actually find?


Show Notes

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]]> 1.4: Liar, Liar | Coral Dando 1.4: Liar, Liar | Coral Dando Thu, 05 Oct 2023 11:00:30 GMT 40:57 651dbcf1de8b6700112eccd8 false https://shows.acast.com/after-school-science-club/episodes/1-4-liar-liar 651dbcf1de8b6700112eccd8 64fdcfef448eb70012fcd9d7 1-4-liar-liar Do lie detectors actually work? full 1 4 Do “lie detectors” really live up to their name – or is the truth of polygraph testing a little different than Hollywood would have us believe? Joined by expert guest Coral Dando, a Professor of Forensic Psychology and an expert on how and why humans tell lies, we take a deep dive into the psychology of lies and the science of distinguishing truth from falsehood.


So how good are humans at knowing when someone is lying to them? Can polygraphs really use science to issue a verdict on “true or false?” And why does lie detector testing look so easy – and so certain – on the big screen? These are just some of the questions we explore with Coral, so join us on a journey through the human mind and its ability to discern fact from fiction!


Show Notes

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]]> Do “lie detectors” really live up to their name – or is the truth of polygraph testing a little different than Hollywood would have us believe? Joined by expert guest Coral Dando, a Professor of Forensic Psychology and an expert on how and why humans tell lies, we take a deep dive into the psychology of lies and the science of distinguishing truth from falsehood.


So how good are humans at knowing when someone is lying to them? Can polygraphs really use science to issue a verdict on “true or false?” And why does lie detector testing look so easy – and so certain – on the big screen? These are just some of the questions we explore with Coral, so join us on a journey through the human mind and its ability to discern fact from fiction!


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]]> 1.3: Friends or Foes? Spiders, Jellyfish, and Your Immune System 1.3: Friends or Foes? Spiders, Jellyfish, and Your Immune System Thu, 28 Sep 2023 11:00:59 GMT 17:12 65152ec8ebbe5d0011255c32 false https://shows.acast.com/after-school-science-club/episodes/1-3-friends-or-foes 65152ec8ebbe5d0011255c32 64fdcfef448eb70012fcd9d7 1-3-friends-or-foes Bringing you the latest scientific discoveries... this time, in bite-sized format! full 1 3 Nature is trying to kill you – whether it’s animals, the environment, or your own body – so you might as well learn about it before it does!


In this bite-sized episode, we discover a new spider in Australia that has been named after Tom Hardy and his Marvel character Venom, explore deadly spiders in the country, and find out that the ugliest ones are sometimes (but not always!) the friendliest.


We also explore how jellyfish can learn without a brain, new hope for a vaccine against autoimmune diseases, and how viruses and autoimmunity are related.


Show Notes

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]]> Nature is trying to kill you – whether it’s animals, the environment, or your own body – so you might as well learn about it before it does!


In this bite-sized episode, we discover a new spider in Australia that has been named after Tom Hardy and his Marvel character Venom, explore deadly spiders in the country, and find out that the ugliest ones are sometimes (but not always!) the friendliest.


We also explore how jellyfish can learn without a brain, new hope for a vaccine against autoimmune diseases, and how viruses and autoimmunity are related.


Show Notes

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]]> 1.2: How Do We Know the Moon is Real? | Yoav Landsman 1.2: How Do We Know the Moon is Real? | Yoav Landsman Thu, 21 Sep 2023 11:00:46 GMT 37:51 650b496bb45a240011c1a3ed false https://shows.acast.com/after-school-science-club/episodes/1-2-moons 650b496bb45a240011c1a3ed 64fdcfef448eb70012fcd9d7 1-2-moons Find out how humans first made it to the moon, the risks involved in being there, and why we haven’t gone back in person full 1 2 Find out how humans first made it to the moon, the risks involved in being there, and why we haven’t gone back in person. Interested in space travel or sustainable exploration of our solar system? Join our hosts and guest Yoav Landsman, moon expert, for a conversation about humans’ relationship with Earth’s nearest neighbor – and what happens next.


Show Notes

  • Yoav Landsman is Business Development Manager at ClearSpace and founder and former CEO of Moonscape
  • Find out more about Yoav and his work on X or LinkedIn

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]]> Find out how humans first made it to the moon, the risks involved in being there, and why we haven’t gone back in person. Interested in space travel or sustainable exploration of our solar system? Join our hosts and guest Yoav Landsman, moon expert, for a conversation about humans’ relationship with Earth’s nearest neighbor – and what happens next.


Show Notes

  • Yoav Landsman is Business Development Manager at ClearSpace and founder and former CEO of Moonscape
  • Find out more about Yoav and his work on X or LinkedIn

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]]> 1.1: Welcome to After School Science Club 1.1: Welcome to After School Science Club Thu, 14 Sep 2023 11:00:35 GMT 28:18 64fdd52d5018a300116a660a false https://shows.acast.com/after-school-science-club/episodes/1-1-welcome 64fdd52d5018a300116a660a 64fdcfef448eb70012fcd9d7 1-1-welcome Black hole burps, moon poop, and did we kill life on Mars? full 1 1 In the first episode of the series, Liv and Mick kick things off by covering some of the latest science stories you may – or may not – have seen in the news. Ever wondered about how black holes eat stars, what mysterious creatures live at the bottom of the sea, where dinosaurs lived, or why there are 96 bags of poop on the moon? Then this episode of After School Science Club is for you!


Show Notes

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]]> In the first episode of the series, Liv and Mick kick things off by covering some of the latest science stories you may – or may not – have seen in the news. Ever wondered about how black holes eat stars, what mysterious creatures live at the bottom of the sea, where dinosaurs lived, or why there are 96 bags of poop on the moon? Then this episode of After School Science Club is for you!


Show Notes

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