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

Podcast website

redcircle.com

Latest episode

Feb 12, 2024

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Episodes

Did Dinosaurs Fart?! - Replay 13.03.2023

In this episode we're replaying one of our favorite earlier episodes and discussing the wild world of Flatulence, otherwise known as Farts. What are they exactly, why do people find them funny, and who farts the most? We also discuss how Dinosaur farts would have destroyed the environment, and we talk about an even smaller modern-day pest that's still stinking it up big time! Advertising I...

Snappy Science: Are Pop Rocks ACTUALLY Dangerous? 09.03.2023

In this Snappy Science Josh takes another listener suggestion and talks all about the classic candy Pop Rocks! How do they work, and will they actually cause your stomach to explode? 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://...

Are the Northern Lights just Sun Farts? 06.03.2023

In the episode of the podcast we're getting into the weeds on the Northern Lights! What are they, how do they work, and when is the best time to experience them? Also are they just lingering farts from the sun? We're getting into all of it and more! 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 ra...

Snappy Science: This Paint Could Change Heating and Cooling Forever! 02.03.2023

In this week's Snappy Science Grace talks about a revolutionary new color-changing paint that could change the heating and cooling game forever! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Pug of the Sea: World's Most Endangered Animal? 27.02.2023

The animal podcast returns! In this week's episode of the Random Theory we're talking all about the world's most endangered marine animal, how it lives life, and how it got to be so dang rare! We also talk about a few other animals that sit atop the most endangered list. This episode idea was submitted by a listener like you! Do you have an idea for the podcast? Drop it in a rating and...

Snappy Science: Why is Daylight Saving Time a thing?! 23.02.2023

In this week's Snappy Science Josh talks about the thing that seems to annoy almost everyone universally, Daylight Saving Time. Why does it happen though, and where did this "tradition" even come from? 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 Inquirie...

Engineering for the FUTURE with The Hacksmith 20.02.2023

In this VERY special episode of the podcast Grace sits down with one of the most incredible and inspiring makers to ever hit the YouTube scene, James Hobson, CEO and founder of Hacksmith Industries. They talk all about James' background, how he got to where he is today, and where he wants to take his company in the future. Check out https://hacksmith.store/ to see all the amazing products Jame...

Snappy Science: Long COVID, a Neurological Disease? 16.02.2023

Oh COVID...the party guest that just won't go away. In this Snappy Science Grace discusses new research coming out about Long COVID and how it is looking more like a neurological disease! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

How Do Cars Car? 13.02.2023

In this episode of the pod we're going back in time and looking at the history of the automobile and then breaking down how those crazy car engines work! You're basically just driving a rolling explosion! 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...

Snappy Science: Why Dogs Smile 09.02.2023

In this Snappy Science Josh changes it up a bit and, instead of science news, talks about something he observed in the world around him. Dogs smiling! What does it mean?? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Are Identical Twins Actually Identical? 06.02.2023

In this episode of the podcast we're talking all about Twins! How do they come about, what are the different variations, and are identical twins actually the same? 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-...

Snappy Science: Earth's Core is Changing 02.02.2023

In this week's Snappy Science Grace is talking all about the Earth's core and what might be happening deep below the layers! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

What Causes Addiction? 30.01.2023

In this episode of the podcast we're covering all the ins and outs of addiction. How do genetics impact it? Does a person's environment play a role? It's a very heavy but important thing to discuss, so buckle up and get ready for many soapbox moments! *CONTENT WARNING* we're talking about addiction here, so of course various harmful substances are mentioned. This episode idea was s...

Snappy Science: Will Nuclear Rockets Get us to Mars? 26.01.2023

In this episode of Snappy Science Josh breaks down the brand new NASA announcement about nuclear fusion rocket engines and how they may be the key to getting humans to Mars! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Are Phobias Genetic? 23.01.2023

In this episode we're talking all about phobias! Going through some of the most common phobias, and talking about how genetics might come into play with a person's fear/phobia. It's an episode full of exposure therapy, so listen at your own discretion! 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 u...

Snappy Science: Lightning vs Lasers! 19.01.2023

In this Snappy Science Grace talks about the only thing the she's afraid in meteorology, Lightning! It's dangerous and unpredictable, but luckily lasers are coming in to save the day! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Can Twins ACTUALLY Read Each Other's Minds? 16.01.2023

In this episode we're talking all about familial brains and shared genes. How similar are your family members' brains? Does "twin telepathy" actually exist, or is it just a case of proximity? 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 Advert...

Snappy Science: Where Did Gold Come From? 12.01.2023

Snappy Science is back! In this bite sized episode of the Random Theory podcast Josh talks all about heavy elements, neutron stars, and cataclysmic explosions! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Why Do We Sleep and Dream? 09.01.2023

We all know sleep is important...but do you know why? What is happening to your body while you sleep, and why the heck do we dream?? In this episode we're talking all about sleep and dreams! 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: Cardiac Arrest on the Football Field 05.01.2023

In the very first episode of our new short podcast segment, Grace talks about the recent tragedy that occurred in the NFL and what is really going on with the heart during a cardiac arrest. Snappy Science will come out weekly like our regular full-length episodes, and Grace and Josh will switch off hosting it each week. The topics will generally be more current science-related news, but this is th...

Why Dogs Have Shovel Claws and Cat Claws Retract 01.01.2023

In this episode of the Random Theory we're heading back into the animal podcast territory to talk all about the claws and nails in the animal world! Claws and nails are very important to our common furry friends and we're going to talk about why! 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 rando...

10 MASSIVE Science Breakthroughs in 2022! 26.12.2022

It's that time of year again! When Grace and Josh look back over the past 365 days and highlight some of the top science breakthroughs and discoveries! STEM Cells and NASA are definitely the MVPs, but you can't discount the exciting T-REX research and nuclear fusion! Thanks for sticking with our crazy little podcast this year, we can't wait for next year! Do you have an idea for the po...

The 2022 Christmas Spectacular 19.12.2022

Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, Happy December! In this special episode of the podcast Grace is busting out some WILD Christmas facts and trivia, fully testing Josh's knowledge yet again. Which country celebrates the holidays with a giant straw goat, and what is the actual meaning of mistletoe? We're talking all about it and more in this episode, so hop in the sleigh and let's get int...

Creating Music with Your Mouth 12.12.2022

In this special episode of the Random Theory podcast Grace has a chat with renowned Beat Boxer @BeatBoxBrian. We're talking all about how the voice works and how a person can make these crazy sounds! Boots n' cats n' boots n' cats n' boots n' cats! Do you have an idea for the podcast? Drop a rating and review, or email us at randomtheorypod@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries:...

Do Fish Pee or Get Thirsty? 05.12.2022

We all know fish are pretty big fans of water, but how do they process that water? Do they do what humans do and pee it out? Also do they actually get thirsty? It's another installment in the Random Theory Animal Podcast series! Do you have an idea for the podcast? Drop a rating and review, or email us at randomtheorypod@gmail.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & O...

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