Sci-gasm Podcast

This is the first of a two part where Byrne and Wade ask a series of questions to two Physicists about how their research into the workings of the Universe have influenced their belief, or lack thereof, in a god. In this episode the guys are joined by Vatican Astronomer/String Theorist Farther Dr. Gabriele Gionti.

In this episode Wade discusses with Byrne about how mankind's inability to do what we have always dreamed, has resulted in the evolution of the Herpes Virus HSV1 & HSV2. The guys also discuss why our dirty habits are allowing them to cross over.

From communism to cancer to Einstein's performance in the bedroom. Byrne and Wade try to answer some questions sent in from our followers. How did we do? Leave a comment and follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram to share your ideas and ask more questions!

Byrne freaks out as he learns of a psychology paper that found less than 40% of psych studies can actually have their results repeated. Byrne begins to question the scientific method as well as his motives for creating a science podcast. In an attempt to help Byrne with his existential crisis, Wade decides to organise an interview with the lead author of the paper that is responsible for not only changing the face of psychology, but scientific research as a whole, Professor Brian Nosek.

In this episode Byrne and Wade put on their Spock ears and talk to the blogger and social media warrior the 'Logical Libertarian' about how one can be rational and skeptical with no formal Scientific training.

Byrne & Wade have a Google Hangout with Nat & Dan from The Science Enthusiasts Podcast and discuss everything from Ken Ham to the Paris Agreement and why you shouldn't listen to certain celebrities telling you to put things in your Vagina.

This episode Wade and Byrne look at the costs and causes of serious nuclear catastrophes. They discuss whether nuclear power is safe enough to deliver our future energy needs and how radiation is a real downer for the brains and balls of humans and birds alike.

Wade gets upset when he finds a grey hair, so Byrne decides to research if Wade can live forever. The guys discuss stem cells, bioethics, the mechanisms of age and if we can upload ourselves to the internet to live forever, and not just a below average quality Youtube video.

In this episode Wade talks to Byrne about the concept of time. What is time? Does it have a beginning? How do we know it exists? Is it the same everywhere in the Universe? Why did Einstein want to bang his cousin? Is Byrne married to his sister? All these questions and more are answered in this episode.

In this episode Byrne opens up the dream journal as he tells Wade what dreams are, why some scientists believe we have them, and how they help us understand the workings of the human brain.

In this episode Byrne & Wade discuss the times when Science has hilariously fu#!ked up. From NASA "losing" a Mars probe because of a failed unit conversion to the metric system, to the misdiagnosis of women that would eventually lead the to the invention of the vibrator- the guys don't hold back.

Wade and Byrne are joined by the one and only Lawrence Krauss. He discusses his new book as well as the inflationary theory of the Universe, Science education in the modern world and Star Trek captains, all over a cold one! Get lost in his voice, just like we did...

In this episode Wade and Byrne discuss the scientific method. They look at its benefits and flaws, and what to look out for in order to identify bullshit studies. Byrne uses the Deepak Chopra quote generator to find inspiration whilst Wade explains his thoughts on Flat-Earthers.

Wade and Byrne are joined by one of Science's busiest bodies, Derek Muller. They discuss why Derek (aka Veritasium) makes videos and from where he draws his inspiration. They also explore why it is important to be nice to people when trying to communicate Science... will Wade and Byrne heed Derek's advice or continue to prosper in profanity?

Wade and Byrne talk to climate scientist Dr Angela Maharaj about the climate around climate science. They discuss the accuracy of climate models as well as the evidence scientists use to conclude humans are causing recent climate change.