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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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Alien Odyssey Part 2: John M. Mologna said like Bologna 09.07.2018 1:16:30

Technically his name is pronounced "Mel-ah-nee" and not "Mel-oh-nee" but we can all agree Mologna is the best of all possible spellings. On this episode we talk about his time at NICAP, his first meetings with Phyllis, and the beginnings of the alien contact! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Claremont Alien Case: Aliens in the Outfield 02.07.2018 1:10:22

The story of John Meloney, NICAP and MUFON investigator for the state of NH from the earliest days of UFOlogy has been largely forgotten. Maybe this is because of his ties to the intelligence services, or because of his commitment to a one world democratic government. Or maybe its because he spent his later years traveling the country with his wife, and the variety of extraterrestrials she claimed...

Sexism in Science: Not Cool 17.06.2018 1:45:03

We return this week with an episode on sexism and gender issues within science, power dynamics in graduate school, and an interview with reporter Micah Emmel-Duke on his reporting on University of Minnesota sexism claims. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Marijuana Myths 2: Our Eyes are just Dry 06.06.2018 1:05:27

The final episode in our series on some of the myths of Marijuana! Is it bad for you? Can it cure cancer? Does it even stop pain? Find out on this week's episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bonus episode: Semi Intellectual Musings 02.06.2018 1:17:50

This episode Chris talks anthropology and sociology with the hosts of one of our favorite podcasts, the Semi Intellectual Musings podcast! Go check them out! https://thesim.podbean.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Marijuana Myths Part 1: Let's Get Weird 27.05.2018 1:00:22

Continuing our series on episodes that start with the letter M, Chris and Marie introduce Marijuana myths, both those that say its amazingly healthy and those that say its the devil's lettuce. Where did these myths start, is there any truth to them, and can CBD Oil really cure cancer like all those mommy blogs say? Find out in this series! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adcho...

Military Industrial Complex Part 3: Police! 13.05.2018 1:03:38

Listen in as Chris and Marie talk to a listener and police officer about police militarization, the use of force, and how it relates to real military service! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Military Industrial Complex Part 2: Don't Get your DNA Tested 06.05.2018 1:18:42

Is your DNA a piece of your private information? What if you upload it online for free? Could George Orwell have predicted such ridiculous lack of care about personal identity? Or is it all fine in the name of the march forward of science? Find out on this weeks episode, as we delve into the philosophy and ethics of DNA forensics surrounding the Golden State Killer case. Learn more about your ad c...

Military Industrial Complex Part 1: Science and War 29.04.2018 1:21:27

Is there a military industrial complex that we should be afraid of? How does the science of war get going, and can the government control it? Are there any truths in the warnings of President Eisenhower? Find out on this weeks episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Haunted Paintings: Uncle Martin's Scary Landscape 22.04.2018 1:07:59

Can a painting be haunted? What is it about art that makes it so viable for this sort of scary story? Did WE find a haunted painting? Find out on this weeks episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Black Salve: Don't Put It on Your Face 15.04.2018 1:06:29

What is Black Salve? Why shouldn't you put it on your face? Is there an easier way to treat cancer, as opposed to going to the doctor and getting radiation therapy? What's your favorite dangerous chemical you can buy on the internet? Find out on this weeks episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Name of the Year 2018: Mega Panda 08.04.2018 1:02:07

In this bonus episode Chris and Dr. Lucas Landherr (aka Dante Shepherd) go through the 2018 name of the year bracket and apply their own metrics to find the number one name. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tree Communication: Not about Pot 08.04.2018 1:08:52

Do trees talk? How are they able to fight off predators? Do plants have rights? Find out on this week's episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Color Blue: Middle Ages Mayhem 02.04.2018 1:05:52

This week, we discuss the color Blue, its history, and its majesty. Did it exist before the Middle Ages? Or was everyone colorblind before then? Just what color was that frustrating dress, anyways? Find out on this weeks episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Neutron Stars and Dragons Eggs 01.04.2018 1:21:43

This episode we take a bold new direction for the shows format! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Time Travel: Misunderstanding Math 24.03.2018 1:10:46

How could time travel work? Do you need to shave to be a crononaut? What's up with spacetime, and what is time dilation? Find out in this weeks episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Water Fluoridation: Or, how I learned to love the Gay Frogs 17.03.2018 1:08:58

Dang it, Marie, they are TURNING THE FROGS GAY. Join us this episode as we discuss water fluoridation, why to do it, and conspiracy theories in general! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

History of Surgery Part 3: Body Snatchin' 10.03.2018 1:22:47

This week we finish up our series on the history of surgery! How did we develop aseptic technique? What were the particulars of stealing bodies? How does cholera spread, and whats a miasma? Find out on this weeks episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

History of Surgery Part 2: The Civil War and Good Hygiene 03.03.2018 1:30:32

How did the US deal with the horrors of the Civil War without the advances in surgery found in Europe at the time? What sort of tools did Civil War Surgeons have at their disposal, and what sort of training did they receive? Why is Marie so terribly wrong about the flavors of ice pop? Find out on this weeks episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bonus Episode: Interview with 2 BadA** Witches! 24.02.2018 1:04:25

Bonus interview with two awesome listeners of the show! Check out their take on modern day witchcraft, how they practice, and what they want the public to know! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

History of Surgery Part 1: Be-Heading 17.02.2018 1:42:48

Why do we call it a be-heading if be-wedding means to become wedded to someone? What sort of surgeries have Marie and Chris had? What is the earliest known surgery, and how did we go from breaking into peoples skulls to remove demons to open heart surgery? Find out in part 1 of this series! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Winchester Mystery House 09.02.2018 1:08:49

Why did the Winchester Mystery house never stop construction? What is Marie's favorite movie? Why should one not build without the input of an architect? How quickly can one podcast jump on a bandwagon?! Find out on this episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Magical Clothing Part 2: Sinful Nips 01.02.2018 1:11:19

Why are nipples so sinful? Whats the deal with fig leaves as clothing? And why is Marie a much more well read co-host than Chris? Find out on this weeks episode, as we delve further into the mythology of clothing and a quick side step towards the science of explosions! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Magical Clothing: Mr. Fancy Pants 24.01.2018 1:15:42

You ever wish you had a pair of magic pants? An enchanted cummerbund? Well have we ever got a series for you! This episode we talk about the history and ideas of magical clothing, from the veneration of saintly vestments to the fairy tales of yore. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MUFON! 20.01.2018 1:04:50

This episode join Chris and Marie as they talk about Chris's appointment as Director of Research for MUFON, the Mutual UFO Network! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices