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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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51:08

Vaguely Scientific #112: Santa's Flaming Zeppelin

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2022/12/21

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Big A to discuss how many birds (and other odd things) would be required to pull Santa's sleigh. Then, we explore decorating our tree in scientific, unorthodox ways. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Big A

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45:46

Vaguely Scientific #111: The Joker's Plant Hair

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2022/12/07

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Jeremaiah to discuss how we could grow plants (such as watermelon) in our stomachs. Because that's a perfectly reasonable thing for someone to want to do. Then, we try to figure out what kinds of chemicals could turn your hair green and skin white like the Joker's. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Jeremaiah

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Vaguely Scientific #110: Don't Think About It Too Hard

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2022/11/23

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Marcus to discuss how things that we accept as normal get really really weird if you think about them for too long. Then, we get stranded on an alien planet and have to choose a select few objects to keep ourselves alive and/or occupied until we're either saved or dead. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Marcus

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54:18

Vaguely Scientific #109: Shocking Electrical Teamups

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2022/11/09

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Joe to discuss how we could use static electricity for industrious purposes. Also, we try to figure out how to force fictional characters to power our modern conveniences. Then, we look at whether or not a flying saucer would actually make a good vehicle. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Joe

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49:06

Vaguely Scientific #108: Vaguely Spooky 5 - Every...

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2022/10/26

In this frightening, and honestly a little greusome episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Spooky Dave and Sierra to try and figure out why people are so obsessed with serial killers. Then, we debate how many monsters you can be at once. Yes, you personally. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Dave, Sierra

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01:03:31

Vaguely Scientific #107: Fossilized Human Garbage

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2022/10/12

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Anne to discuss how we might be able to tell how old a time traveler was. This includes their chronological age and how far removed they were from their starting point! Then, we try to figure out what remnants of human civilization might be discovered by future archaeologists after we've kicked the bucket. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Anne

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57:10

Vaguely Scientific #106: Akira vs. Inspector Gadget

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2022/09/28

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Dac to discuss whether or not it'd be better to mechanically or genetically agument oneself for various reasons. None of them are probably nefarious. Then, we discuss alternate methods that Link could have used to stop the moon from falling in Majora's Mask. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Dac

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58:10

Vaguely Scientific #105: Time Travel Isn't Worth the...

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2022/09/14

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Joel to discuss what human society might look like following an apocalypse. Then, we try to determine what the most likely "theory" of time travel might be. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Joel

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Vaguely Scientific #104: St. Gnome Regional Hospital

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2022/08/31

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Justin and Aly to discuss how a cryptid hospital might be run. Then, we look at the age-old question: are birds dinosaurs? Finally, we keep the dinosaur train running by debating the largest dinosaur that a grizzly bear could defeat in combat. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Aly, Justin

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55:51

Vaguely Extra #9: This Is Our Sixth Outtakes!?

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2022/08/25

We're about to wrap up our fourth year, so before we hit that season finale, let's look back to the end of our third year! These outtakes are from the summer of 2021, so they'll dredge up all those great memories.

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46:47

Vaguely Scientific #103: Electronic vs. Paper Book...

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2022/08/17

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Kelly to discuss the most obvious examples of the Dunning Kruger Effect in fiction. Then, we ask the age old question: are ebooks better than paper books? Panelists: Jim, Derek, Kelly

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49:09

Vaguely Scientific #102: Batichlorians

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2022/08/03

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Ryan to make the internet angry once again. In our first question, we discuss how Batman could defeat Darth Vader and the Hulk. Then, we try to figure out how to cook up some actual factual Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Ryan

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45:21

Vaguely Scientific #101: Bro, Do You Even Brain?

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2022/07/20

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Chris to discuss how our world and its technology might be different if people had telekinesis. Then, we try to determine if a spaceship could ever travel faster than the speed of light. We end up hurting ourselves in our confusion. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Chris

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01:05:15

Vaguely Scientific #100: The Elder Stork Gods

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2022/07/06

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by special guest Adam Savidan to discuss whether or not we would use a superpower if we knew that it was going to run out one day without warning. Then, we try to figure out how the storks get all the babies they deliver. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Adam Savidan

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46:59

Vaguely Scientific #99: We Wouldn't Eat Treebeard

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2022/06/22

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Jonathan to discuss the consciousness and memories of a brain transplant patient. Then, we try to figure out if a vegan would eat an Ent, which is apparently some kind of tree person from Lord of the Rings. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Jonathan

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41:40

Vaguely Scientific #98: Superheroes are Super Downers

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2022/06/08

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Dave to discuss which superhero they would be if they had that mantle thrust upon them. Turns out most of their backstories are awful. Then, we try to deduce what kind of monkey Curious George is. To round out the episode, we look at whether or not gold is all that useful for our monetary systems. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Dave

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44:12

Vaguely Scientific #97: Modifying a Groundhog from Stock

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2022/05/25

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Marcus to discuss what changes we could make to a standard groundhog to allow it to actually predict the weather. Then, we contemplate what kinds of strange time systems aliens might have since their planet wouldn't necessarily have a convenient day/night/moon cycle. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Marcus

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50:13

Vaguely Scientific #96: Jailbreak Your Eyes

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2022/05/11

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Andy to discuss which body parts we'd really like to upgrade. Then, we try to figure out how the planet Namek from Dragonball Z could have three stars. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Andy

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Vaguely Scientific #95: Pokémon Could Be Digimon

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2022/04/27

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Joe to discuss the pet frog black market, which would almost certainly arise if we banned them. Then, we try to invent Pokéballs so we can cram real animals into them. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Joe

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51:26

Vaguely Scientific #94: Tiny the Big Red Dog

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2022/04/13

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Catherine to discuss why Clifford the Big Red Dog's size is so inconsistent. It's because of the eldritch stuff. Then, we try to figure out if a song without lyrics can be funny all on its own. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Catherine

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