Ologies with Alie Ward

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4.9
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379 episodes
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Date created
2017/09/04
Average duration
57 min.
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Volcanoes. Trees. Drunk butterflies. Mars missions. Slug sex. Death. Beauty standards. Anxiety busters. Beer science. Bee drama. Take away a pocket full of science knowledge and charming, bizarre stories about what fuels these professional -ologists' obsessions. Humorist and science correspondent Alie Ward asks smart people stupid questions and the answers might change your life.

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Black Hole Theory Cosmology (WHAT ARE BLACK HOLES?!) Part 1 with Ronald Gamble, Jr.
2024/02/21
How big are black holes? Is time elastic? What is spacetime foam? Why is there a place called “elsewhere?” Enjoy this dazzling two-parter that starts with the absolute basics with NASA’s Goddard Theoretical Astrophysicist and Black Hole Theory Cosmologist Dr. Ronald Gamble, Jr. We talk busting of flim-flam, how do we image them, what's the most giant dense book you can buy about them, where do trad goths fit into this episode, does my dog exist, how astrophysics is like drawing, and the greatest gift he could give his mom. Also what you have in common with an annulus.
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Smologies #38: CARNIVORES with Rae Wynn-Grant
2024/02/17
Ah, charismatic megafauna! Teeth, claws, fur, poop, hibernation, hiking, nature preserves, and living your childhood dreams with Alie’s longtime -ologist crush, Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant. The large carnivore ecologist, researcher and TV presenter tells us all about her field work, what it’s like to stuff a baby bear in your coat, carnivore microbiomes, how well carnivores can taste and smell their food (and yours), how smart the average bear really is and more. Also: Is there such thing as a vegetarian carnivore?! We love her.
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Hydrochoerology (CAPYBARAS) with Elizabeth Congdon
2024/02/14
CAPYBARAS! Blocky faces. Chill vibes. Spa days. Finally. Hydrochoerologist, Dr. Elizabeth Congdon, leads us into the muddy pond of Rodents of Unusual Size, weird feet, pet questions, interspecies snuggles, capybara cafes, natural habitats, escaped capybara, a fossil record that will rock you, and what the Pope thinks of them. An instant classic that you’ll want to enjoy on repeat. Y’all, CAPYBARAS. I repeat: Capybaras.
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Theoretical & Creative Ecology (SCIENCE & ECOPOETRY) with Madhur Anand
2024/02/07
Environmental models! Poetry! Scientists who are poets! Novelists who are scientists! Art + science = an actual -ology. Creative Ecologist, climate scientist, theoretical ecologist, author and celebrated poet Dr. Madhur Anand sits on a porch with me on an island to chat about storytelling, narratives in science, forest beetles, carbon stability, human motives, hip waders, technology meets nature, absurdity, identity, overcoming writer’s or scientist’s' block, and how accepting ourselves can be contagious. Forecast: you begin jotting down poems on envelopes.
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Smologies #37: PROTEINS + DNA with Raven “The Science Maven” Baxter
2024/02/03
This one’s got it all: teeny tiny cellular factories, mitochondrial relevancy, what big smelly vats of poop have to do with curing cancer, how many trips to the sun your unravelled DNA could make, and mysteries of the brain. Dr. Raven The Science Maven has a background in molecular biology and a Ph.D in Science Communication, which she puts to work while Alie generally does her best to suppress high pitched noises of excitement. Learn to appreciate your proteins and pick up some noodle analogies while you’re here. That’s so Maven!
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Evolutionary Anthropology (METABOLISM) with Herman Pontzer
2024/01/31
Let’s explore our human machinery. And talk about Brazilian butt lifts. Professor of Evolutionary Anthropology and metabolism researcher Dr. Herman Pontzer gives us the data on mitochondrial backstories, muscle mass and hormones, our expanding brains, the flaws of the Body Mass Index, humans’ relationships with nutrition, why crash dieting can change your metabolism, perspectives on sticky medical terms, isotope magic, how much exercise hunter gatherers get, carnivore diets, scales, and what to do if you're grappling with sadness. Content warning: we discuss diet culture, calories, how the word “obesity” is used, medical conditions that may relate to body composition, and highlight listeners’ lived experiences.
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Carcinology (CRABS) Part 2 with Adam Wall
2024/01/24
Hairy crabs! Shell swaps! Carcinization! Will we all evolve to be crabs? What’s with having one giant claw? Why would a crab stab you? Adam Wall, a carcinologist at the Natural History Museum of LA covers all of this and more in this thrilling conclusion of our two-part episode on crabs. Also: did the Little Mermaid get it right, and does Adam enjoy being interviewed? Listen to the end to find out.
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Smologies #36: FEATHERS with Allison Shultz
2024/01/20
Plumage! Dance battles! Possible holographic disco birds? Natural History Museum of LA ornithology curator Dr. Allison Shultz is a professional plumologist aka feather expert. We visit the museum’s collection of rare specimens and chat about everything from fossilized dinosaur feathers to peacock tails, the fanciest roosters, quill pens, pigments, flight feathers, the blackest black birds, and why birdwatching is like seeing tiny purple raccoons zoom overhead. Birds: like Pokemon Go but weirder.
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Carcinology (CRABS) Part 1 with Adam Wall
2024/01/16
Claw hands! Beady eyes! Pinching forces that could crack your skull! Gentleman, scholar, curator of the Natural History Museum’s crustacea collection and Carcinologist Adam Wall takes us on a tour of the museum’s crab bunker to discuss everything from the tiniest to the most hauntingly giant crabs, discovering new species, crabs that are NOT crabs, sea monkeys, hairy crabs, hermit crabs, crab dongs, crab butts, crab butters, the secret history of secret Maryland spices, Amelia Earhart rumors, giant invasive crabs in Norway, behind the scenes Hollywood crabs, and so much more. So dazzling and comprehensive and weird – we had to crack this episode in two. Make sure to catch next week’s.
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Ethnoecology (ETHNOBOTANY/NATIVE PLANTS) with Leigh Joseph
2024/01/09
The what, where, and who of native plants is … ethnobotany! Which is under the umbrella of Ethnoecology! The wonderful botanist Leigh Joseph shares what steered her to this field, how she includes her Squamish First Nation community in her research, and how we relate to plants – both native and invasive. She’ll chat about how to identify plants, Latin names vs. traditional names, how knowledge is passed down or silenced, the chilling history that inspired some of her work, uses for barks and berries and saps and teas, pharmaceuticals derived from Indigenous knowledge, ceremonial plants, the dos and absolutely do-nots of harvesting, skin remedies, white sage, and so much more. Also what should I put on my face? Visit Leigh Joseph’s website and follow her on Instagram Buy her book: Held by the Land: A Guide to Indigenous Plants for Wellness Shop Leigh’s plant-based beauty brand: Skwálwen Botanicals Donations went to Indigenous Climate Action and Seeding Sovereignty More episode sources and links Smologies (short, classroom-safe) episodes Other episodes you may enjoy: Foraging Ecology (EATING WILD PLANTS) with @BlackForager, Alexis Nikole Nelson, Indigenous Cuisinology (NATIVE COOKING), Smologies #31: INDIGENOUS COOKING, Indigenous Pedology (SOIL SCIENCE), Bryology (MOSS) with Dr. Robin Wall Kimmerer, Dendrology (TREES), Wildlife Ecology (FIELDWORK), Urology (CROTCH PARTS), Nephrology (KIDNEYS), Carnivorous Phytobiology (MEAT-EATING PLANTS), Sponsors of Ologies Transcripts and bleeped episodes Become a patron of Ologies for as little as a buck a month OlogiesMerch.com has hats, shirts, stickers, totes! Follow @Ologies on Twitter and Instagram Follow @AlieWard on Twitter and Instagram Editing by Mercedes Maitland of Maitland Audio Productions Transcripts by Aveline Malek Website by Kelly R. Dwyer Theme song by Nick Thorburn
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Smologies #35: COMPUTER PROGRAMMING with Iddris Sandu
2024/01/04
At just 22, Iddris Sandu’s life story was already legendary. This Architectural Technologist learned to program at the age of 11 and has worked with everyone from Kanye West to Nipsey Hussle to Space X. In this episode from 2020 we talk coding, holograms, what ancient flutes have to do with computers, how programming works and why it's important. The designer and entrepreneur also shares his favorite programming languages, philosophies on future technology and why we should all strive to be dynamic rather than single-minded. He’s a true inspiration and Alie shamelessly begged him for life advice.
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Alieology (YOUR HOST): an Ask-Me-Anything Goofy Hang
2023/12/27
It’s like a whole episode of secrets. And your questions. And your podmom, Jarrett, hanging out in a guest room answering all kinds of inquiries. This week between the holidays I thought I’d take it easy and dip into the mail bag to explain my free-range childhood, the goth days, podcasting tips, favorite bugs, hair dye, yellow sweaters, episodes that have never aired, how I find my guests, how many hours each episode takes, and who our dog loves the most. Cozy up and let’s become goofy together.
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4.9 out of 5
21221 reviews
cmasfan 2024/02/23
SCIENCE FOR THE PEOPLE 💖✨🥼
As an ADHD girlie who LOVES science, this podcast is a GODSENT! I love science, always have, and this format makes it fun as it should be! Entertainin...
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BurgerBoo 2024/02/22
Delight!
Been listening and recommending for years, but first time reviewing. I make it a point to wear my “Ask smart people stupid questions” at zoos, museum...
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karakatz 2024/02/22
Magical everything gracing my ear holes!
This podcast is 1000/5 if I could give it that rating. It has everything (Stefon from SNL voice) - it’s educational, soothing, hilarious, heartwarming...
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Akuderik89 2024/02/22
Talk about entertainment!
I just started listening during my 9-5 and this has helped get thru a busy day. I inform my coworkers of all the knowledge, even if they don’t want to...
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veggiequeen420 2024/02/22
Allie, Hear Me Out
As a gremlin for knowledge, I LOVE and adore this podcast—recommending to everyone for the past year. BUT, as an MPH student in Infection Control Ep...
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yrhdffgfhgdfggddgghhgffdddfghh 2024/02/22
Best show
This show is good for the soul. Always inspiring, exciting and funny!! 🤓
Neil Bac 2024/02/22
Makes me question my career choices
Many, many episodes of this podcast make me question if I went into the correct career field… the answer is usually no. One of the only podcasts I rec...
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Holy nipples of God 2024/02/21
Love love love ologies!
Favorite show, I love learning and as a speleologist working for the largest cave in MN I love expanding my knowledge. You should interview Dr. Jenni...
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LemonFitz 2024/02/21
Great show!
I love the show and the variety of disciplines you cover.
silly 20 2024/02/21
Hi
Hi Alice love your podcast it’s fun to listen to in the morning or before I go to bed it calms Me down sometimes keep it up 😊
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