TKOR

Random Theory

Science EN ↓ 156 episodes

Take chances, make mistakes and get messy! Random Theory is here to blow your mind and challenge the way we talk about science. A theory is: a plausible or scientifically acceptable general principal or body of principals offered to explain a phenomena. I’m Grace Dirig, your host and around here at TKOR we like to think the Random Theory best explains how we come up with ideas! Miss Frizzle was the first person to challenge the way I saw the world! Yeah, you know the super cool girl from the magic school bus? She taught me to take chances, make mistakes and get messy! Here at The King Of Rando...

Author

TKOR

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Science

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Latest episode

Feb 12, 2024

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Episodes

Why Headaches HURT 18.09.2023

In this episode of the Random Theory we're talking all about that terrible pain in your head, otherwise known as a headache! What causes them? How does the pain even occur? We're answering these questions and more, so grab your Advil (*not sponsored) and let's go!! This episode idea was submitted by a listener like you! Do you have an idea for the podcast? Drop it in a rating and revie...

Snappy Science: Can Math Beat Candy Crush? 14.09.2023

In this Snappy Science Grace talks about the crazy popular app Candy Crush (*not sponsored, we promise), and how mathematicians are doing deep dives in it! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

How Do Teeth Grow? 11.09.2023

In this episode of the Random Theory we're talking teeth! How do they grow, what are they made of, and why is eruption the word used for teeth formation?!?! We're talking about it all, so brush your teeth and let's go! This episode idea was submitted by a listener like you! Do you have an idea for the podcast? Drop it in a rating and review, or email us at randomtheorypod@gmail.com Adv...

Snappy Science: The MIND-BENDING Wagon Wheel Effect 07.09.2023

In this week's Snappy Science Josh takes a suggestion from Spotify and talks about frame-rates and the Wagon Wheel Effect! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Why 3D Printers are the FUTURE! 04.09.2023

In this episode of the Random Theory podcast we're talking all about 3D Printers! They can do some amazing things already, and there is some very promising possibilities with them coming in the future! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

How Turtles Navigate Home to Nest 28.08.2023

In this episode of the Random Theory we're talking about turtles! Specifically sea turtles nesting and natal homing. Noggin' dude! This episode idea was submitted by a listener like you! Do you have an idea for the podcast? Drop it in a rating and review, or email us at randomtheorypod@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/pr...

Snappy Science: Too HOT for Photosynthesis 24.08.2023

In this Snappy Science Grace talks about the crazy heat we're experiencing and what impact it's having on tropical forests! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Evolution of War Planes 21.08.2023

In this episode we're putting on our history hat and taking a look at how war planes developed and changed throughout history! We also discuss Grace's new gaming "addiction". This episode idea was submitted by a listener like you! Do you have an idea for the podcast? Drop it in a rating and review, or email us at randomtheorypod@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.co...

Snappy Science: Making a Song with Brain Scans 17.08.2023

In this Snappy Science Josh talks about some wild new research coming from UC Berkeley involving brain scans and Pink Floyd's, "Another Brick in the Wall, Part 1". The article with the recordings and more info: https://news.berkeley.edu/2023/08/15/releases-20230811 Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

How Ears Ear 14.08.2023

In this episode of the Random Theory we're talking all things ears! How do they even work, how do hearing aids work, what is tinnitus?? We're talking about all of that and more! So turn up your hearing aid if you've got one, and lets get into it! This episode idea was submitted by a listener like you! Do you have an idea for the podcast? Drop it in a rating and review, or email us at r...

The Most Useless Body Parts 07.08.2023

In this episode of the Random Theory we're talking all about vestigial organs, aka the most useless body parts! Why do we have them, did they used to have a purpose, and which ones can be freely removed? We're talking all about it! This episode idea was submitted by a listener like you! Do you have an idea for the podcast? Drop it in a rating and review, or email us at randomtheorypod@gmai...

Snappy Science: Did NASA Just Lose a Space Probe? 03.08.2023

In this week's Snappy Science Josh is talking about NASA and some wild news about the Voyager 2 space probe! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Oppenheimer: Great Movie and Complex Person 31.07.2023

What started out as just "catching up" at the beginning of another episode turned into a full blown discussion of the recent hit movie Oppenheimer. The conversation was just good honest nerding out, and we decided to put it out in full. We hope you enjoy this different kind of episode Science Pals! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com...

Snappy Science: The Manhattan Project 27.07.2023

In this Snappy Science Grace talks briefly about the current man of the hour, J. Robert Oppenheimer and the undertaking that was The Manhattan Project. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

How Does Sunscreen Work? 24.07.2023

Past listeners know that the sun is just a giant fiery death ball in the sky that is constantly trying to kill you. Luckily we have this little thing called sunscreen that might just save your life...but how does it actually work? This episode idea was submitted by a listener like you! Do you have an idea for the podcast? Drop it in a rating and review, or email us at randomtheorypod@gmail.com Adv...

Snappy Science: A Solution to Ringing in Your Ears? 20.07.2023

In this Snappy Science Josh talks about new research and treatment for Tinnitus! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

ASMR Does WHAT to Your Brain?! - Replay 17.07.2023

Do you feel the tingles when you hear ASMR or do you get chills and hate it? There is actually a reason your brain makes you feel a certain way when hearing ASMR, and this week we really dove into it because we had to figure out why ASMR is in the TOP 5 for most searched topics on YouTube! Listen this week to try and understand why your brain makes you feel the way that you do! This episode origin...

Snappy Science: Toxic Forever Chemicals are EVERYWHERE 13.07.2023

In this week's Snappy Science Grace talks about new EPA rules and toxic forever chemicals! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Steam Powered Engines: Old School Cool 10.07.2023

In this episode of the Random Theory we're takins a trip back in time and talking about steam powered engines. One of the best examples of old school classic engineering! We also talk about Ai and robotics for like 10 straight minutes...so enjoy that. This episode idea was submitted by a listener like you! Do you have an idea for the podcast? Drop it in a rating and review, or email us at rand...

Snappy Science: The Bloop 06.07.2023

In this week's Snappy Science Josh talks about the mysterious underwater occurrence known as "The Bloop". Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Edison vs. Tesla: Is It Really a Contest? 03.07.2023

In this episode we're talking about the age-old debate of who was more influential, Thomas Edison or Nikola Tesla! Does it really matter? Was the feud between them a lie? Let's find out! This episode idea was submitted by a listener like you! Do you have an idea for the podcast? Drop it in a rating and review, or email us at randomtheorypod@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircl...

Snappy Science: Tip of the Tongue Might be Wrong... 29.06.2023

In this weeks Snappy Science Grace talks about having something "at the tip of your tongue" and some very interesting new research being done on it! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Every Rock Has a Story 26.06.2023

In this episode of the Random Theory podcast we're talking about crystals and rocks! How do they form and where might you find them? Let's talk about it! This episode idea was submitted by a listener like you! Do you have an idea for the podcast? Drop it in a rating and review, or email us at randomtheorypod@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: h...

Snappy Science: The Missing Titanic Sub 22.06.2023

In this weeks Snappy Science we're talking about one of the biggest news stories right now, the missing OceanGate Expeditions Titan submersible! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Science Inside the Sewer 19.06.2023

In this episode of the Random Theory podcast we're talking all about how the sewer system works and how waste water is processed and treated! Squeamish listeners...good luck. This episode idea was submitted by a listener like you! Do you have an idea for the podcast? Drop it in a rating and review, or email us at randomtheorypod@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Pri...

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