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Vaguely Scientific

Vaguely Scientific

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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All Episodes

47:08

Vaguely Scientific #74: Hobbits Are Just Tiny Canadians

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2021/07/07

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Jonathan to discuss Hobbit society, culture, and stature. Turns out they're short. Then, we look at the composition of dragon scales so that we may more effectively tell our dragon tales. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Jonathan

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46:52

Vaguely Scientific #73: Tidings of Good (And Bad)...

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2021/06/23

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Anne. We try to figure out the simplest way to convince folks that we were wizards if we should somehow go back in time. Then, we revisit the question as to why people seem so drawn to fortune telling. Granted, we do an immensely lousy job of defining what "fortune telling" is, but it leads to some interesting places! Panelists: Jim, Derek, Anne

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46:54

Vaguely Scientific #72: Nuclear Pizza

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2021/06/09

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Joe to discuss why blaster shots are visible in the Star Wars universe. Pew pew! Then, we use all these spare nuclear warheads lying around to make a pizza. The plutonium gives it that extra little zing! Panelists: Jim, Derek, Joe

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49:47

Vaguely Scientific #71: We Would Miss Flying

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2021/05/26

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Marcus to revisit an old question. Long ago, we asked what animal we would like to live as for 20 years. Now, we're discussing what strange habits and lifestyles we'd have picked up once those 20 years were up. Then, we add giant robots to all sports! It makes them better, I'm sure!

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54:40

Vaguely Scientific #70: We Break Our Peace Treaty...

Vaguely Scientific ·

2021/05/12

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Joel to discuss whether Star Trek transporters are actually secret murder pods. Then we try to figure out whether Thanos's snap in the MCU would actually accomplish anything resembling peace. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Joel

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49:23

Vaguely Scientific #69: Naked Invisible People

Vaguely Scientific ·

2021/04/28

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Aly to discuss how society might be different if it was composed entirely of invisible people. And yes, we're just going to assume invisible people would work. It makes it easier. Then, we dive into a thought experiment as we discuss what our individual Pokémon gyms would look like. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Aly

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43:17

Vaguely Scientific #68: You'd Be a Human On Mars in...

Vaguely Scientific ·

2021/04/14

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Big A to discuss what the "Wild West" of Mars might look like as our colonization efforts ramp up. Then, we discuss how one might go about playing Rocket League with real cars. Move over, Top Gear! Panelists: Jim, Derek, Big A

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01:05:50

Vaguely Scientific #67: We're ALL in the Illuminati

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2021/03/31

In this extra long April Fools episode, Derek and Jim are joined by Anne and Justin to completely mangle the scientific method and answer questions using as LITTLE science as possible! Science Fact or Fiction returns as well, along with a smattering of the best spambot posts of the year! Panelists: Jim, Derek, Justin, Anne

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42:17

Vaguely Scientific #66: All Organs Into the Dumpster

Vaguely Scientific ·

2021/03/17

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Chris to discuss which organs we should be taking out in order to streamline things in our bodies. Then, we suss out what would happen if magic were to suddenly become real in our modern age. The answer may not surprise you! Panelists: Jim, Derek, Chris

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43:35

Vaguely Scientific #65: Making Peace with the Internet

Vaguely Scientific ·

2021/03/03

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Ryan to earn the internet's forgiveness. As such, we reconcile the differences between Star Wars and Star Trek (and decide who would win in a fight). Then, we build a quaint little life in a bottomless pit, falling forever until we run out of food and die. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Ryan

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47:35

Vaguely Scientific #64: Whose Line Is the Outer Limits

Vaguely Scientific ·

2021/02/17

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Addison to discuss how best to arm oneself during the coming zombie apocalypse. Then, we get deeply metaphysical and philosophical when we try to forcibly enter... The Twilight Zone. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Addison

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43:49

Vaguely Scientific #63: The Rhinoceros Matrix

Vaguely Scientific ·

2021/02/03

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Dac and David to discuss how the machines get the image data for our bodies and ascribe those to us in the Matrix. Then, we debate the ideal bonus limb and where it should go on our body. Panelists: Jim, Derek, David, Dac

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45:46

Vaguely Scientific #62: Welcome to Our Alien Parasite...

Vaguely Scientific ·

2021/01/20

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Aly to discuss which animal species should be uplifted to human intelligence. Then, we explain how one might stop an alien parasite from taking over their brain if you would want to do something that foolish. Also, we talk a lot about Animorphs. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Aly

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44:37

Vaguely Scientific #61: The Shield of Perpetual...

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2021/01/06

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Adam to discuss whether or not you could use gemstones to enhance the power of a shield. Then, we try to figure out at approximately what age all of our immortal listeners will quit aging. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Adam

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27:12

Vaguely Extra #7: Outtakes 4ever

Vaguely Scientific ·

2021/01/01

Start the year off right by listening to all the material that ended up on the cutting room floor from the back half of season two. Some of it's funny, some of it's interesting, and some of it is interesting AND funny!

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36:36

Vaguely Scientific #60: Thunder and Lightning!

Vaguely Scientific ·

2020/12/23

In this festive episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Andy to brainstorm how to booby trap their houses to dissuade bandits from stealing presents. Then, we deduce what Santa's reindeer would become if they turned into their namesakes. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Andy

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42:36

Vaguely Scientific #59: Kingdom Planetam Nanum

Vaguely Scientific ·

2020/12/09

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Joe to discuss whether or not Protista should be a kingdom. Then, we discuss whether or not Pluto should be made back into a planet. So basically the same question, but on a matter of scale! Panelists: Jim, Derek, Joe

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45:57

Vaguely Scientific #58: No Forces? What a Cat-astrophe!

Vaguely Scientific ·

2020/11/25

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Jonathan to discuss how our favorite sports would be different if the forces that affect our universe were to change. Also, we don't have favorite sports and don't know anything about sports. Then, we talk about something we do know about: cats! Panelists: Jim, Derek, Jonathan

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34:25

Vaguely Scientific #57: Zero G DDT

Vaguely Scientific ·

2020/11/11

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Brian to discuss how to perform a suplex when in zero gravity. Then, we discuss the respective digestive tracts of Kirby and Yoshi. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Brian

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44:48

Vaguely Scientific #56: Vaguely Spooky 3 - Season of...

Vaguely Scientific ·

2020/10/28

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Dave and Marcus to discuss why vampires can't be seen in a mirror, which is odd when you think about how well coiffed their hair always is. Then, we try to figure out how to become mad scientists (not that we weren't already). Finally, we spill our guts out about some of our own irrational fears. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Dave, Marcus

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