Vaguely Scientific #95: Pokémon Could Be Digimon

In this episode, Jeremiah joins us for the first time(?) to discuss how a shrink ray might work. Then, we try to determine how long a dead body could float around in outer space before decomposing. 

Panelists: Jim, Derek, Jeremiah 

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Joel to discuss putting fun computer chips into our brains! Then, we take a deep breath and dive into a world where humans no longer had to breathe. 

Panelists: Jim, Derek, Joel

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Chris to discuss why we would want to program a computer to be good at chess. Then, we talk about non-carbon-based life forms and what those might look like. 

Panelists: Jim, Derek, Chris

In this episode, Big A returns to talk about what kinds of wild things would happen if the internet were to suddenly shut down. Then, we look at artificial islands and whether or not that whole thing is worth the effort. 

Panelists: Jim, Derek, Big A

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Adam to figure out how to jam humans into carnivorous plants. Then, we look at how fictional weapons were inspired by real weapons. 

Panelists: Jim, Derek, Adam

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Justin to discuss where Jörmungandr might be hiding. He's a beefy snek! Then, where's the nearest bear? It's much closer than you think!

Panelists: Jim, Derek, Justin

In this festive episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Anne to discuss what the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future get up to when they're not bothering Scrooge. They gotta keep busy somehow. Then, could there be a real snowball war? 

Panelists: Jim, Derek, Anne

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Sydney to discuss all the different sizes of rocks. Riveting! Then, we contemplate what flavor our teeth are. Finally, what are we thinking about and, more importantly, how are we thinking about it? 

Panelists: Jim, Derek, Sydney

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Joe to discuss why people say that everything tastes like chicken. Then, we analyze the anatomy of many sci-fi aliens. 

Panelists: Jim, Derek, Joe

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Mark to discuss what superheroes might work best to avert historical disasters. Then, we try to figure out what exactly volcanologists do. 

Panelists: Jim, Derek, Mark