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Two Brad For You

Bradley van Paridon

A science show that doesn"t sound like all the others. Join science journalist Brad van Paridon as he explores all manner of weird science topics with friends from all walks of life and through discussions with scientists and science journalists.

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Episode 29-Speculating With Confidence

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2018/10/30

The Brads were finally in the same room to record as Brad aka Flash travelled to the UK for this episode. It was shorter than normal due to the Brads having attended numerous beer drinking events and Flash needing to catch a flight. Topics include: Ebola updates and specifically why the WHO has not yet declared an emergency, sketchy science on biomarkers for sexual orientation and autism, plus new Gates Foundation funded condom research.

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01:28:13

TBFY In Conversation 2-Dr. John Gilleard

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2018/10/24

The second installment in the TBFY In Conversation series features Dr. John Gilleard. John was the co-supervisor of Brad (aka Flash) PhD thesis, he is a veterinarian, professor and researcher of parasitology. John gives some reluctant career advice, a refreshing take on Twitter from an academics standpoint, why he engages in scientific outreach, the value of grad students and a bit about his research and why animal health, environmental health and human health are all connected; the so called One

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01:13:37

Episode 28-Shame Is A Powerful Motivator

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2018/10/12

The Brads return from a summer hiatus and bring you some meaty stories on the flu, an Ebola update, the history of the Nobel prize, the newest danger of space travel and the facts behind selfie deaths.

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01:13:34

TBFY In Conversation 1-Jay Ingram

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2018/10/05

The very first TBFY In Conversation featuring Jay Ingram, a science journalist and broadcaster who has done TV, radio, written books, live shows and on and on. Jay and Brad (aka Flash) discuss communicating science in these weird political times, the Beakerhead science fesitival, Alzheimer's and aging, and Bigfoot. Featuring music from Freak Motif's new release Hot Plate.

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14:28

Two Brad For You-Announcements!!!

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2018/10/04

Alright, alright we are finally back and Brad aka Flash is here to give you a quick update. Get ready for new episodes and new types of episodes and Flash breaks down the philosophy behind the show and the new content. Plus get a first glimpse of the new Freak Motif album!!

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01:00:56

Episode 27- Snail Philosophers

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2018/05/22

OMG!! They're back again and so is Ebola. The Brads bring back the Ebola update and then venture to the intersection of history, science and culture as they discuss some recent and not so recent examples of good science produced by bad people. They also discuss the recent story about memory transfer in snails, a nice little story about mapping cancer genes, finally a cure for the common cold and out of a very Brad rant comes the birth of a new segment!

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01:06:16

Episode 26- It's Like Buses!!

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2018/04/27

After apologising for their absence the Brads jump into the apology/correction for Mad Mike Hughes and his homemade rocket followed by some brief comments on the passing of Dr.Hawking. The meat of the show however breaks down a motor neuron disease breakthrough, the relationship between gut bacteria and mood and finally an actual study about "gaydar"

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01:11:13

Episode 25-We Survived to 25

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2018/02/15

Well, to all the haters, here they are at episode 25. It hasn't been easy though and a Brad was almost lost along the way. He pulled through to be here though, along with co-host Brad, to bring you updates on a new cancer vaccine, the treacherous amino acid, found in asparagus, that aids cancer spread and to discuss how too much sibling bullying can lead to psychotic disorders. Or, was it not enough bullying, that leads to psychotic disorders? Listen and find out.

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01:22:05

Episode 24-Rambling Into Microphones

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2018/01/25

So many deep, deep, discussions in this episode, and not so deep ones as well. Should we allow the military to be driving the neuroscience field? How does wealth influence our dating preferences? Have no fear though, the Brads are skeptical of those results. Plus, genetic pain killers, weed, weed, weed and the pending maple syrup shortage!!!

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01:26:41

Episode 23-2018! The Year of Excuses

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2018/01/11

Let the Brads welcome you back to the first show of 2018 with...excuses, not very good ones either, for their prolonged absence. With that out of the way they recap the predictions made last year and find out they did surprisingly well. Plus, they run down some of the topics they are excited to cover in the upcoming year.

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01:20:47

Episode 22-No Segue Unnoticed

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2017/12/18

You are sure to remember this episode for its smooth transitions and the fact the Brads discuss many memorable topics. Topics like, scientific evidence of man flu, what your tanning practices say about you, ground breaking Huntington's treatment and the physical basis of memory. Scientology eat your heart real science has found the engram!!

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01:17:02

Episode 21-How To Be More Likeable and Reduce The...

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2017/11/29

The Brad's are here to share with you the secrets to being likable, reducing stress, testing if the world is flat and hacking evolution. Oh, there is also some talk about the race for military strength A.I but don't fret, the Brad's have your back and are here guide you through this brave new world.

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01:17:32

Episode 20-Freaky Science

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2017/11/20

Cozy up to the speakers and join the Brads for this episode were you will hear all aboot the plans Canadian cannabis companies have to adopt blockchain technology to ensure you are getting what you paid for. Plus, a breath test for malaria, the latest in mind controlling fungus and human gene editing and the strange new world of growing brain blobs in labs.

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44:55

Episode 19-A Single Brad

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2017/10/10

After a long hiatus due to weddings and travel at least one Brad is back!! Today, Brad brings you three fascinating stories about a cure for diabetes, the top 10 most unnecessary medical procedures and drones that sample whale snot.

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48:14

Episode 18-The New Way

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2017/08/18

Welcome to the new way of doing things. Some big announcements to start off, then some rapid fire content. Cures for diabetes and Parkinsons and what they have in common. Don't order your designer baby just yet but do get excited about lasers making super hot plasma and send us your laser pics!!

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01:19:56

Episode 17-Minds Blown

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2017/06/19

A jam packed episode so make sure you listen to the end. At least get past the UK election talk at the beginning, it cheers up after that. Good news from the latest Ebola update, a story for dog lovers and some serious psychedelic research. Top it all off with some head transplant talk and the Brads have delivered the recipe for a blown mind.

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01:00:22

Episode 16-Lessons In Professionalism

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2017/05/25

The Brads are back to provide a new Ebola update and describe some aquatic research McGuiver can be truly proud of. They also breakdown how bitcoin technology will interact with your own genome and tackle the always sticky issue of male contraceptives. Plus, gems of wisdom on professional are dropped throughout along with the big unveiling of our new mascot @tabbybruce!!

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01:21:16

Episode 15-Marching for Biometric ID, Smartphone...

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2017/05/09

The murky intersection of science and politics is crossed in this episode, accompanied by an even murkier explanation of complex quantum physics. The Brads discuss the recent Marches for Science held around the world and Brad reveals which country is moving towards using facial recognition for all immigration purposes. Have you ever wondered, is there an app to cure diabetes? You'll find out here. Plus the always fun "two dummies trying to understand physics" segment has the Brads questioning there

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01:09:02

Episode 14-Back From Hiatus

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2017/04/10

The Brads return from a break with lots to talk about. The cure for aging, a drug dealing fish? Or is this all just fake...blood? Plus, new hope for a malaria vaccine and the oncoming onslaught of robo-tractors. A very special thanks in this episode as well to good friend Sebastian Abboud for our brand new logo!! Thanks Seb. Follow him on the Twitter or Instagram @s_abboud to check out all his great work.

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01:01:07

Episode 13-Groundhogs Day

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2017/02/07

Recorded on Groundhogs day but this is definitely not anything you've heard before. Brad drops some spectacular animal headlines in this episode while Brad gives you the latest Ebola update. Prepare for some uplifting news too as researchers find new ways to allow paralyzed and locked in patients to communicate. Plus, a vaccine for fake news??? Let the Brads bring you an early spring and some sunshine with lucky episode 13.

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