Do trees have feelings? How do they talk? Which trees can you use to make syrup? Do bananas really grow on trees? Possibly the world's most enthusiastic tree expert, J. Casey Clapp, explains what makes coastal redwoods the coolest trees, how roots communicate with each other, and why a tree is like a cup of tea. Plus: bonus guest appearance by our friends (a ... Show More
Aug 5
Hyaenidology (HYENAS) with Christine Wilkinson
Giggles. Pseudopenises. Matriarchies? Media slander. Hyaenidologist Dr. Christine Wilkinson delivers stories about the nature of matrilinearity, hot Lion King gossip, bristle backs, tiny heads, big teeth, animation errors, human-hyena interactions, tongue bumps, termite poisons, ... Show More
1h 16m
Jul 30
Bonus Episode: Menopause Advice for You & Loved Ones
Advice. Hot tips. Book recs. Perspective. It’s the third and final installment of our Emmenology series on perimenopause and menopause, and it’s all wise words from Patrons. Dealing with brain fog, giving spouses grace, finding estrogen patches amid short supply, what to ask the ... Show More
46m 16s
Aug 2023
Why some trees find one another repulsive, and why we don’t know how much our hands weigh
First up on this week’s show, we hear about the skewed perception of our own hands, extremely weird giant viruses, champion regenerating flatworms, and more from Newsletter Editor Christie Wilcox. Christie also chats with host Sarah Crespi about her work on a daily newsletter and ... Show More
26m 55s
May 2024
Introducing Smologies: The Shorter, Kid-Safe Ologies
<p>Ologies → Smologies. It’s all of the science, with none of the swearing! Smologies are shortened, kid-friendly episodes of the award-winning science podcast, Ologies, which covers topics from Toads (Bufology) to the Moon (Selenology) and everything in between. Enjoy clean and ... Show More
4m 25s
Jun 2022
84. Pando, Plant Hacks, and the Best and Worst Fruit- June 2022 Q&A
Send us Fan MailYou have questions, I have answers! Let's jump into the June 2022 Q&A!****************************************************As always, thanks so much for listening! Subscribe, rate, and review Planthropology on your favorite podcast app. It really helps the show kee ... Show More
36m 53s
Dec 2023
LIVE SHOW: Trees are Fake, Fortune-Telling Cheese, Sunscreen Secrets, Magical Misogyny
In our live show from August of 2023, Rachel talks about magicians' tricks and their hidden misogyny, Sara explains how trees aren't real (and why we are all crabs), Claire details the history of sunscreen, and Jess dives into telling fortunes using cheese. The Weirdest Thing I L ... Show More
1h 12m
Jul 2021
EP. 34 - CONTROLLING THE WEATHER, SPONGEBOB SCHOLAR THEORY, & CRAZY PLACEBO EFFECT
Jump in with Carlos Juico and Gavin Ruta on Episode 32 of JUMPERS JUMP. This episode we discuss about Shamans drinking reindeer urine, wristband & plant placebo effect, spongebob scholar theory, doing what makes you happy, being street smart & many more.
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1h 13m
Sep 2024
Coming Up On Science Vs [VIDEO]
We will be BACK with brand-new episodes in just one week! Join us for pun-packed science romps on microplastics, social media, climate tipping points, narcissism, fiber, lucid dreaming — and a ton more. Fact you Sept. 12! Video production by Bobby Lord. Mix and sound design by Bo ... Show More
3m 1s