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The Mad Scientist Podcast

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The Mad Scientist Podcast is a comedy show about the history and philosophy of science and pseudoscience. Hosted by Chris and Marie, join our intrepid hosts as they talk about all the weird stuff your science textbook left out. Because sometimes, the best way to learn how to think like a scientist is to talk about all the bad science floating around out there!

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Halloween Spooktacular: An Interview with John E. L. Tenney 24.10.2019 1:05:42

This episode we talk to John E. L. Tenney of http://weirdlectures.com/ about his time in the paranormal field, the occult, the UFOlogical, and everything else! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bigelow Part 3: Justice League of Sorta Science 14.10.2019 1:53:35

On this episode, join Chris and Marie as they continue their series on Robert Bigelow, from the early 90s to the founding of NIDS. Who was on the team? Who are the most important players? Who would be Aquaman? Find out on this week's episode. PS we kept the cough in because Jake thought it was artistic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bigelow Part 2: Titan of Science 30.09.2019 1:24:05

This episode join us as we delve into the history of the most important name in the paranormal you've never heard of, Robert Bigelow. How did he meet Harry Reid? When did he get interested in UFOs? What's with the secrecy? Find out on this week's episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bigelow Part 1: History of UFOs with Our Strange Skies 25.09.2019 55:58

This episode join Chris and special guest Rob Kristofferson from the Our Strange Skies Podcast, as we discuss the general trends of UFO History! How did cases change over time? When did the militarization of the field begin? And what's with the space bikinis?!? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Silent Spring 2: I Don't Get No Respect 09.09.2019 1:17:34

This episode join Chris and Marie as they talk about the life of Rachel Carson, a fascinating scientist who changed our relationship with nature, but who has in many ways been forgotten to modern history. One of the first major pop science figurez in some ways, she paved the way for the environmental movement and the creation of the EPA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoi...

Chernobyl Disaster 29.08.2019 1:04:29

Join Chris and special co-host Gabe this episode as we talk about the Chernobyl disaster, nuclear energy generally, and all sorts of other radioactive bits of information! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Silent Spring Episode 1: The Age of Pesticides 10.08.2019 1:04:49

In this episode join Chris and Marie as they talk about the beginning of the age of pesticides, and the eventual rise of Rachel Carson and the modern environmentalist movement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cats and the Uncanny Valley 31.07.2019 56:27

Did you feel a sinking pit of despair and horror in your stomach upon watching the Cats trailer? Then you've experienced the uncanny valley! Ever wonder why Rebel Wilson always has to play the character who gets tossed through a plate glass window? Then you've seen her IMDB page! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Weird Rains 23.07.2019 42:40

Have you ever wondered what it means to rain cats and dogs? How about raining blood, if you're more into fishnets and heavy metal? Well have we got an episode for you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cash Landrum with special guest Jennifer Taylor 16.07.2019 1:05:19

This episode join Chris and Vanished: Emilia Earhart's own Jennifer Taylor as they discuss the Cash Landrum UFO Case! https://twitter.com/jentaylor2615 https://twitter.com/vanishedae Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alien Con and the Happiest Place on Earth 07.07.2019 1:02:55

This episode join Chris and Marie as they recap their recent travel experiences, including Alien Con and Marie's trip to the happiest Star Warsiest place on Earth! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris and Rob talk Alien News 26.06.2019 57:08

On this episode join Chris and special guest co-host Rob from the wonderful Our Strange Skies podcast to learn about the latest goings on in UFO world, documents being released, new TTSA weirdness occuring, and just have a rip roaring good time. https://audioboom.com/channels/4938828 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bonus: A Million Beers 4 16.06.2019 24:18

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Bonus: A Million Beers 3 16.06.2019 18:19

A million beeers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amelia Earhart: Hide and Seek Champion 12.06.2019 41:34

This episode we are joined by Jennifer Taylor, lawyer and co-host of Vanished, Amelia Earhart with Chris Williamson! We talk about Amelia's legacy, the story, and other interesting bits!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

UFOs and Weirdness with Zuger! 06.06.2019 57:41

This episode we are joined by Chris George Zuger to discuss aliens, his UFO Sightings, and all kinds of weird stuff! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bonus: Million Beers 3 Game of Woes 28.05.2019 33:27

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Chupacabra: This time, it's Personal 27.05.2019 1:02:33

Chupacabra is a dog with mange. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bonus: A Million Beers 2 09.05.2019 16:19

"Insert Polka Music" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Unabomber Part 4: Getting Even 03.05.2019 2:07:19

On this episode we finish out the Unabomber series, talking about the hunt for Ted, the linguistic forensics that went into his conviction, and his undoing through manifesto! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bonus: A Million Beers Minisode 1 23.04.2019 17:43

A Million Beers minisode 1! If you can tell me where the episodes photo has been taken you win a sticker! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Unabomber Part 3: Alone in the Woods with all his Friends 10.04.2019 1:10:07

This episode Ted goes from genius at Math to never taking a Bath. And this time we mean it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Zero Point Energy with A Dash of Science 25.03.2019 1:02:34

This week we are joined by Chris from the "A Dash of Science" podcast to discuss his work as a NASA engineer, trying to get into space, and zero point energy! Find his amazing show at http://www.cbirkinbine.info/series/adashofscience/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Unabomber Part 2: Hell of a Time at Harvard 16.03.2019 1:24:27

Did Harvard make the Unabomber? Can you take apart a personality, then put it back together? Why did people in the 50s love amphetamines so much? Find out on this week's episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Unabomber Part 1: Oddly Good at Chemistry 02.03.2019 1:15:35

On this episode, dig deep into one of the most fascinating and infamous mathematicians of all time: Ted Kaczynski also known as the Unabomber. What was his childhood like? Are there clues to the man he would become, and what kind of threads can be uncovered to try and make sense of his crimes? Is domestic terrorism really a side affect of the treatment of hives? Find out on this week's episode! Le...