Vaguely Scientific

Vaguely Scientific

Comedy EN ↓ 226 episodes

Our panelists answer audience-submitted questions that range from the serious to the ridiculous using as much science as they can muster! Hosts Jim, Derek, and a rotating panel use their expertise (or lack thereof) to tackle these questions in a manner that can only be described as "vaguely scientific."

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Vaguely Scientific

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Comedy

Podcast website

www.vaguelyscientific.com

Latest episode

Oct 21, 2026

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Episodes

Vaguely Scientific #212: Vaguely Spooky 9 - Rise of the Dolls 21.10.2026

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Spooky Dave and Aly! We try to figure out why porcelain (and other) dolls are creepy. Then, we try to determine how paranormal entities mess with cameras, video footage, and other media. And finally, what is the flavor of the season?  Panelists: Jim, Derek, Aly, Spooky Dave

Vaguely Scientific #211: The Teeth of the Kidney 08.10.2026

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Hunter to leap into a tornado and somehow escape unscathed. Daring, right? Then, what's that nefarous tooth fairy doing with all the teeth?  Panelists: Jim, Derek, Hunter

Vaguely Extra #14: Lucky 9 Outtakes 30.09.2026

Serving up some extra old outtakes again! These ones are from episodes 105 to 117. That means that they're over 100 episodes old! But that just means you can go back and listen to those episodes to try and figure out where they belong in the context of their episode! 

Vaguely Scientific #210: Skull Femurs 23.09.2026

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Anne to discuss whether or not Rasputin could have developed a tolerance for heavy metals and just how the guy actually died. Then, we take a look at how fossils might have inspired ancient legends and myths.  Panelists: Jim, Derek, Anne

Vaguely Scientific #209: Tuck And Roll 09.09.2026

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Mike to determine the minimum amount of money they would need to be paid to step from a moving car. Then, is life possible without the sun? Seems like it could be! Panelists: Jim, Derek, Mike

Vaguely Scientific #208: Orb Is Car Is Good 26.08.2026

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Justin and Aly to reinvent the wheel! Then, we try to reinvent Beyblade as a sport. So much invention!  Panelists: Jim, Derek, Aly, Justin

Vaguely Scientific #207: Tool-Assisted Humans 12.08.2026

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Dac to determine just how weird it would be to have your head and body in two pieces. Then, we look at the various biomes of Mario and figure out that Bowser's castles would make for good pizza ovens.  Panelists: Jim, Derek, Dac

Vaguely Scientific #206: Put Whees on Your Time Machine 29.07.2026

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Chris to devise a plausible explanation why time machines don't get lost in space since Earth is continuously moving through space. Then, what would actually happen if someone stole the moon like Gru in Despicable Me?  Panelists: Jim, Derek, Chris

Vaguely Scientific #205: Witches on Atomic Bombs 15.07.2026

In this episode, Ryan joins us to drag the witches into the 21st century by upgrading their old brooms using other household items. Then, what on Earth happens if you send a werewolf to the Moon?  Panelists: Jim, Derek, Ryan

Vaguely Scientific #204: We've Got Rhythm (Games) 01.07.2026

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Sierra to try and control our mood with food. It yields interesting results. Then, we try to get better at music using video games.  Panelists: Jim, Derek, Sierra

Vaguely Scientific #203: Bananas Are Blowing Up Right Now 17.06.2026

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Joel to take a banana (for scale) and cause it to explode! Then, are the folks in musicals aware they're in musicals? That's a more complicated question than it sounds like.  Panelists: Jim, Derek, Joel

Vaguely Scientific #202: Hibachi Is Donezo 03.06.2026

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Joe to discover all of the fun and exciting ways that life would be different if Earth's gravity was halved. Then, we investigate how elaborate death traps in movies like Indiana Jones or Tomb Raider work... and if they actually would work.  Panelists: Jim, Derek, Joe

Vaguely Scientific #201: Space Kangaroos 20.05.2026

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Jonathan to talk about some of the traits we might see in something that could theoretically evolve to live in outer space. Then, we look for examples of the ever popular sci-fi concept of the hive mind out in nature.  Panelists: Jim, Derek, Jonathan

Vaguely Scientific #200: A Look Back 06.05.2026

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by twenty of our panelists! We revisit some of the many questions we've answered over the last several years in a celebration of two hundred episodes.  Panelists: Jim, Derek, Adam, Aly, Andy, Anne, Big A, Brian, Catherine, Chris, Dac, Dave, Hunter, Jeremiah, Joe, Joel, Jonathan, Justin, Mark, Ryan, Sierra, Sydney

Vaguely Scientific #199: Let Your Hair Down 22.04.2026

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Ben Burns to discuss whether or not Rapunzel could happen. Yes, that's a very broad question. Then, could we domesticate bears?  Ben Burns is a regular on the Blood on the Clocktower Twitch and YouTube channels, and appears many other places that Blood on the Clocktower can be found!  Panelists: Jim, Derek, Ben Burns

Vaguely Scientific #198: Chugga Choo Choo 08.04.2026

In this April Fools Extravaganza, Jim and Derek are joined by Justin and Hunter to discuss short and sweet questions using as little science as possible. We've also got another round of Science Fact or Fiction and some of our delightful bot spam, so you don't want to miss this one!  Panelists: Jim, Derek, Justin, Hunter

Vaguely Scientific #197: Embrace Your Hirsute 25.03.2026

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Dave to erase our memories. What were we talking about again? Then, is a Saiyan's power tied to their hair? I mean, surely it has to be, right? Panelists: Jim, Derek, Dave

Vaguely Scientific #196: Different Sounds for Different Creatures 11.03.2026

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Aly to listen very carefully for trees falling in the forest, even if there aren't any folks around to hear them. Then, we get grouchy because there are people out there who like things that we don't.  Panelists: Jim, Derek, Aly

Vaguely Scientific #195: 300,000 Hamster Hours 25.02.2026

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Andy so that we can pit every animal in the world against one another to see who would win in a fight! Then, we do some math so that we can use all these hamster to generate electricity.  Panelists: Jim, Derek, Andy

Vaguely Scientific #194: Cool Is Just Stuck 11.02.2026

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Mark to go around a bunch of traffic roundabouts and see whether or not they're better than regular intersections. Then, we debate why 'cool' is the only word for 'cool' that is still 'cool.' Panelists: Jim, Derek, Mark

Vaguely Scientific #193: Going Through Bird Town 28.01.2026

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Sydney to try and figure out how many birds it would take to wreck an electrical line and cause a power outage. Then, we try to make honey without bees!  Panelists: Jim, Derek, Sydney

Vaguely Scientific #192: Time for Waterworld Again 14.01.2026

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Brian to talk about what might happen if the ratio of land to water on Earth changed in some way. Then, we drink deeply from the Fountain of Youth and explore the side effects.  Panelists: Jim, Derek, Brian

Vaguely Scientific #191: Liquid Nitrogen Would Kill Mr. Fantastic 31.12.2025

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Jeremiah to try and figure out why gremlins hate airplanes so much. Then, how do stretchy superpowers like Mr. Fantastic or Plastic Man work?  Panelists: Jim, Derek, Jeremiah

Vaguely Scientific #190: Sympathy for the Grinch 17.12.2025

In this festive holiday episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Joe to talk about what was going on with the Grinch when he went from being a jerk to being a nice guy. Then, how can we modernize Santa's transportation?  Panelists: Jim, Derek, Joe

Vaguely Scientific #189: Sleeping on a Sheep Lung 03.12.2025

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Joel to come up with the worst cures for insomnia. Then, we ponder whether or not a masked vigilante in our world would be able to keep their identity secret.  Panelists: Jim, Derek, Joel

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