The Good, the Bad, and the Science
215 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 319 ratingsEach week we pair a comedian with a scientist, to break down the scientifically inaccurate elements of popular movies and TV shows. Warning: There will be spoilers.
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200th Episode!
March 29, 2022 07:00 - 35 minutesThis is our final episode. We touch base with a few scientists like Dr. Alyssa Bell, Dr. Dan Blumstein, and Dr. Alan Castel and say our goodbyes. Thanks for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN YOU'RE EXPECTING w/ Dr. Shannon Clark and Josh Covitt
March 22, 2022 07:00 - 46 minutesIf you have a child or plan to, this is a must listen because we chat with Dr. Shannon Clark and Josh Covitt about What to Expect When You’re Expecting! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FINCH w/ Dr. Alex Young and Kira Soltanovich
March 15, 2022 07:00 - 41 minutesEver wonder what Castaway would be like if Wilson was a robot? Thankfully, there’s FINCH! Hear Dr. Alex Young take on it with Kira Soltanovich! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A BEAUTIFUL MIND w/ Dr. Dilip Jeste and Chuck Nice
March 08, 2022 08:00 - 50 minutesLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
BREAKING BAD w/ Phil Cook and Matthew Broussard
March 01, 2022 08:00 - 45 minutesToday we’re cooking up some pure blue…uh…podcast content because we’re discussing Breaking Bad with Phil Cook and Matthew Broussard Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
JACKASS w/ Dr. Adam Goodcoff and Cole Garrett
February 22, 2022 08:00 - 43 minutesHow does the JACKASS crew survive such brutal stunts? And should we all try to do them for funzies? Join our guests Dr. Adam Goodcoff & Cole Garrettand find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DUNE w/ Julian Huguet and Justin Clark
February 15, 2022 08:00 - 42 minutesTime to get your darn head outta the sand and listen to this episode about DUNE with Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
EVOLVE w/ Patrick Aryee and Will Poznan
February 08, 2022 08:00 - 44 minutesGiraffes, frogs and fighter jets?! All of this and more is covered in this fun episode about EVOLVE with Patrick Aryee and Will Poznan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DON'T LOOK UP w/ Dr. Jennifer McGowan and Jeff Horste
February 01, 2022 08:00 - 48 minutesListen up! Look up! Wait, what’s up? Oh, I’ll explain, this episode unpacks DON’T LOOK UP w/ Dr. Jennifer McGowan and Jeff Horsteso it’s all about climate change and how you, yes YOU, are going to save the planet! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DON'T LOOK UP w/ Dr. Jennifer McGown and Jeff Horste
February 01, 2022 08:00 - 48 minutesListen up! Look up! Wait, what’s up? Oh, I’ll explain, this episode unpacks DON’T LOOK UP w/ Dr. Jennifer McGown and Jeff Horsteso it’s all about climate change and how you, yes YOU, are going to save the planet! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
LOKI w/ Dominic Andre and Julian Huguet
January 25, 2022 08:00 - 53 minutesIf you want to dive into topics like free will, Marvel, and multiple dimensions, than today is your LOKI day! Wow, what a pun! Listen as Dominic Andre and Julian Huguet help Ethan attempt to understand these fascinating concepts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
SQUID GAME w/ Dr. Richard Brown and Austin Rogers
January 18, 2022 08:00 - 56 minutesI told them not to but Austin Rogers and Dr. Richard J Brown insisted on playing SQUID GAME so tune in to see how it went! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
LOOK WHO'S TALKING TOO w/ Dr. Kristina Uban and Justin Shepard
January 11, 2022 08:00 - 44 minutesWe got so much great feedback from babies around the world on our Look Who’s Talking episode that we decided to tackle Look Who’s Talking Too w/ Dr. Kristina Uban and Justin Shepard. Thanks for listening babies! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
INVENTION OF LYING with Greg Bryant and Jacquie Brown
January 04, 2022 08:00 - 42 minutesToday we discuss The Invention Of Lying with _and _ so listen to find out how to most effectively mislead those closest to you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FROZEN 2 w/ Jeff Opperman and Jake Jabbour
December 14, 2021 08:00 - 47 minutesLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
BLADERUNNER 2049 w/ Timothy Verstynen and Rebecca Delgado-Smith
December 07, 2021 08:00 - 50 minutesRyan Gosling, flying cars, and holograms?! What else do you need? Today we breakdown BLADERUNNER 2049 w/ Timothy Verstynen and Rebecca Delgado-Smith Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
THE QUEEN OF METH w/ Michael McDonell, PhD + David Cross
November 30, 2021 08:00 - 44 minutesIf you’re anything like me, you’ve been dying to discuss the meth scene of the 80’s with David Cross and Dr. Michael McDonell. Somehow this dream has come true because today we break down QUEEN OF METH! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
THE LAUNDRY GUY w/Lucy Cotton + RB Butcher
November 23, 2021 08:00 - 34 minutesHey yucky accident prone listeners! Get your stains out properly by listening to this episode about THE LAUNDRY GUY w/ RB Butcher and Lucy Cotton. Get exclusive science shows, nature documentaries, and more real-life entertainment on discovery+! Go to https://discoveryplus.com/goodbadscience to start your 7-day free trial. discovery+ is currently only available for US subscribers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
PUSHING THE LINE w/Garrett Lisi + Reggie Watts
November 16, 2021 08:00 - 42 minutesHigh-lining seems impossible both mentally and physically. Find out what it takes as we discuss PUSHING THE LINE with Garrett Lisi and Reggie Watts! Get exclusive science shows, nature documentaries, and more real-life entertainment on discovery+! Go to https://discoveryplus.com/goodbadscience to start your 7-day free trial. discovery+ is currently only available for US subscribers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
RED PLANET w/ Ken Savin and Carla Toro
November 09, 2021 08:00 - 1 hourAs RED PLANET has taught us, breathing on Mars is actually easy peezy no problemo. Ken Savin and Carla Toro break it all down on today’s episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
CHOPPED 420 w/ Dr. Peter Grinspoon + Ashley Ray
November 02, 2021 07:00 - 46 minutesWhat happens when you mix a cooking competition with weed? On this week's episode of The Good, The Bad, and The Science, we answer all your weed related questions and discuss the Discovery Plus original Chopped 420! Get exclusive science shows, nature documentaries, and more real-life entertainment on discovery+! Go to https://discoveryplus.com/goodbadscience to start your 7-day free trial. discovery+ is currently only available for US subscribers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit pod...
MYSTERIOUS PLANET w/Jeff Parrish + Andy Richter
October 26, 2021 07:00 - 47 minutesOn this week's episode of The Good, The Bad, and The Science we are talking to Andy Richter and Jeff Parish all about the Discovery Plus Original "Mysterious Planet"! Listen now to learn more about Komodo Dragons, Spectral Tarsiers and more incredible animals! Get exclusive science shows, nature documentaries, and more real-life entertainment on discovery+! Go to https://discoveryplus.com/goodbadscience to start your 7-day free trial. discovery+ is currently only available for US subscribers...
SNOWPIERCER w/ Dr. Sammy Ramsey and Murahd Shawki
October 19, 2021 07:00 - 50 minutesGrab some insect-filled protein blocks and check out this episode about SNOWPIERCER with Dr. Sammy Ramsey and Murahd Shawki Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
BEYOND BORDERS w/Sabrina Thompson + Jon Glaser
October 12, 2021 07:00 - 42 minutesTune into today's episode where we discuss the Discovery + original Beyond Boarders! Get exclusive science shows, nature documentaries, and more real-life entertainment on discovery+! Go to https://discoveryplus.com/goodbadscience to start your 7-day free trial. discovery+ is currently only available for US subscribers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
NAKED AND AFRAID OF LOVE w/ Steve Cirbus + Sydnee Washington
October 05, 2021 07:00 - 41 minutesDating is hard enough, but try being naked, on an island with 15 strangers all looking for love! On this episode of The Good, The Bad, and The Science, we are discussing the Discovery + original NAKED AND AFRAID OF LOVE. We talk about surviving the elements, and dating disasters! Get exclusive science shows, nature documentaries, and more real-life entertainment on discovery+! Go to https://discoveryplus.com/goodbadscience to start your 7-day free trial. discovery+ is currently only availabl...
STAR TREK VI: THE UNDISCOVERED COUNTRY w/ Dr. Andrew Rader & Kyle June Williams
September 28, 2021 07:00 - 51 minutesTeleport some knowledge into your brain by listening to this episode about STAR TREK VI: THE UNDISCOVERED COUNTRY w/ Dr. Andrew Rader & Kyle June Williams ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DR. PIMPLE POPPER w/ Dr. Loretta Ciraldo + Jackie Johnson
September 21, 2021 07:00 - 50 minutesDr. Pimple Popper needs no introduction. You've probably seen Dr. Lee's viral videos all over the internet of her removing some of the craziest skin growths you've ever seen. On this episode of The Good, The Bad, and The Science, we talk all things pimples, skin, and dermatology with Dr. Loretta Ciraldo and Jackie Johnson. Tune in to learn some awesome skin facts as we discuss the Discovery + original DR. PIMPLE POPPER. Get exclusive science shows, nature documentaries, and more real-life en...
CHASING OCEAN GIANTS w/Charlie Young and Todd Barry
September 14, 2021 07:00 - 44 minutesCalling all whale lovers! In this episode of The Good, The Bad, and The Science, we are getting up close and personal with the world's largest ocean giant. Join Charlie Young and Todd Barry as we discuss the Discovery+ original CHASING OCEAN GIANTS. Get exclusive science shows, nature documentaries, and more real-life entertainment on discovery+! Go to https://discoveryplus.com/goodbadscience to start your 7-day free trial. discovery+ is currently only available for US subscribers. Learn mor...
MEET THE MEERKATS w/ Tim Clutton-Brock + Jackie Tohn
September 07, 2021 07:00 - 56 minutesIf Timone from Lion King is the only Meerkat you've heard of, then stop what you're doing and listen to this week's episode of The Good, The Bad and The Science right now! On this week's episode we talk to Tim Clutton-Nrock and Jackie Tohn all about the Discovery + series MEET THE MEERKATS! We discuss the illegal wildlife trade, and celebrate as the Meerkats are returned to their homes. Get exclusive science shows, nature documentaries, and more real-life entertainment on discovery+! Go to ht...
JUDI DENCH'S WILD BORNEO ADVENTURE w/ Eddie Game and Baron Vaughn
August 31, 2021 07:00 - 53 minutesDid you know Judi Dench has adopted 3 Orangutans? Did you know that a centipede can kill a human? On this episode of The Good, The Bad, and The Science, we are joined by biologist, Eddie Game, and actor/comedian/writer, Baron Vaughn, to discuss these questions and more in the Discovery+ original JUDI DENCH’S WILD BORNEO ADVENTURE. Get exclusive science shows, nature documentaries, and more real-life entertainment on discovery+! Go to https://discoveryplus.com/goodbadscience to start your 7-da...
BATTLEBOTS: BOUNTY HUNTERS w/ Chris Atkeson and Atsuko Okatsuka
August 24, 2021 07:00 - 48 minutesWould you trust Alexa to babysit your kids? Are robots taking over the world? On this episode of The Good, The Bad, and The Science, we answer those questions and deep dive into all the mechanics and realities of the battlebots from the Discovery+ original BATTLEBOTS: BOUNTY HUNTERS. Listen now to hear what robotics engineer, Chris Atkeson, and actor/comedian/writer, Atsuko Okatsuka have to say about Battlebots! Get exclusive science shows, nature documentaries, and more real-life entertainm...
ATTACK OF THE MURDER HORNETS w/ Greg Proops and Chris Helzer
August 17, 2021 07:00 - 55 minutesAre murder hornets as scary as we think they are? On this episode of The Good, The Bad, and The Science, we discuss the Discovery+ original ATTACK OF THE MURDER HORNETS with ecologist, Chris Helzer, and comedian, Greg Proops. Get exclusive science shows, nature documentaries, and more real-life entertainment on discovery+! Go to https://discoveryplus.com/goodbadscience to start your 7-day free trial. discovery+ is currently only available for US subscribers. Learn more about your ad choices....
HOMEMADE ASTRONAUTS w/ Kenneth Harris and Dana Gould
August 10, 2021 07:00 - 53 minutesWhat happens when a flat-Earther tries to make a homemade rocket? Find out that and more on this episode of The Good, The Bad, and The Science. Featuring mechanical engineer, Kenneth Harris, and writer and comedian, Dana Gould, tune in as we explore the Discovery+ original HOMEMADE ASTRONAUTS. Get exclusive science shows, nature documentaries, and more real-life entertainment on discovery+! Go to https://discoveryplus.com/goodbadscience to start your 7-day free trial. discovery+ is currently...
THE SWIM w/ Joel Kim Booster and Dr. Sara-Jeanne Royer
August 03, 2021 07:00 - 48 minutesGet out your snorkel and blend up your chicken because it's time to discuss THE SWIM w/ Joel Kim Booster and Dr. Sara-Jeanne Royer! Get exclusive science shows, nature documentaries, and more real-life entertainment on discovery+! Go to https://discoveryplus.com/goodbadscience to start your 7-day free trial. discovery+ is currently only available for US subscribers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
THE SHALLOWS w/ Shannon Johnson and Sarah Claspell
July 27, 2021 07:00 - 1 hourStitch up your leg with your earring and sit yourself down on a rock with your closest seagull friend because we're discussing THE SHALLOWS w/ Shannon Johnson and Sarah Claspell! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
PLANET OF THE APES (2001) w/ Dr. Tamsin Woolley-Barker and Nick Luciano
July 20, 2021 07:00 - 53 minutesThink humans smell better than apes? You clearly haven't listened to this episode about Planet of the Apes (2001) w/ Dr. Tamsin Woolley-Barker and Nick Luciano! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Planet of the Apes (2001) w/ Dr. Tamsin Woolley-Barker and Nick Luciano
July 20, 2021 07:00 - 53 minutesThink humans smell better than apes? You clearly haven't listened to this episode about Planet of the Apes (2001) w/ Dr. Tamsin Woolley-Barker and Nick Luciano! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
JOHN CARTER w/ Schmab and Dr. Andrew Knoll
July 13, 2021 07:00 - 52 minutesJump into this wild episode about JOHN CARTER w/ Schmab and Dr. Andrew Knoll! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
47 METERS DOWN w/ Paige Weldon & Prof Charlie Huveneers
July 06, 2021 07:00 - 49 minutesAbout to get into a shark cage? Maybe listen to this episode about 47 METERS DOWN w/ Paige Weldon & Prof Charlie Huveneers first! Might help! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
SHARKNADO w/ Dr. David Shiffman & Hannah Garces
June 29, 2021 07:00 - 50 minutesIt's raining sharks! Hallelujah, it's raining sharks! Learn all about these interesting creatures on today's ep about SHARKNADO w/ Dr. David Shiffman & Hannah Garces. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
HARRY POTTER AND THE PRISONER OF AZKABAN w/ Ross Bryant & Dr. Dany Spencer Adams
June 22, 2021 07:00 - 58 minutesCookies, meat-eating plants, and drunk spiders?! Find out why we discuss these seemingly unrelated things on today's ep! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
ZOOTOPIA w/ Dr. Aaron Blaisdell & Michael Longfellow
June 15, 2021 07:00 - 59 minutesWhat's with bunnies and carrots?! Brilliant questions like this get answered on today's show about ZOOTOPIA w/ Dr. Aaron Blaisdell & Michael Longfellow! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
THE CONJURING w/ Inessa Frantowski & Julian Huguet
June 08, 2021 07:00 - 50 minutesWe've all been there, right? You move into a spooky new house, all the clocks stop at a specific time, you have unexplained bruises and a demon barfs into your mouth to possess you. So annoying! Well, today we're gonna tell you how to avoid all that because we're discussing THE CONJURING w/ Inessa Frantowski & Julian Huguet. Join us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
BABY GENIUSES w/ Dr. Shannon O'dell
June 01, 2021 07:00 - 49 minutesThink your child might be a genius with super strength and Jedi mind control? Find out on today's ep! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
HAPPY FEET w/ Charlie Young and Josh Waldron
May 25, 2021 07:00 - 47 minutesSince you can't fly, dive into this super fun episode about HAPPY FEET featuring Charlie Young and Josh Waldron! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
SEX EDUCATION w/ Dr. Tessa Commers and Kyla KA
May 18, 2021 07:00 - 47 minutesDidn't pay attention in Sex-Ed? We got you covered! Today we break down the pilot episode of SEX EDUCATION w/ Dr. Tessa Commers and Kyla KA! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
WAR GAMES w/ Sean Morrow and Tristan Guyette
May 11, 2021 07:00 - 49 minutesQuick, before the world blows itself up with nukes, listen to this episode about WAR GAMES w/ Sean Morrow and Tristan Guyette! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
THE FUGITIVE w/ Brent Weinbach and Dr. John Dussel
May 04, 2021 07:00 - 1 hourToday we dive (off of a dam) into THE FUGITIVE w/ Brent Weinbach and Dr. John Dussel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Good, The Bad, and The Science
April 27, 2021 07:00 - 13 minutesJust a heads-up mini-sode to let you know about some changes that'll be coming soon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
IN THE HEART OF THE SEA w/ Nan Hauser and Danny Jolles
April 20, 2021 07:00 - 43 minutesThe legend of Moby Dick is interesting but the legend of Nan Hauser is EPIC! Listen to Nan and the hilarious Danny Jolles discuss IN THE HEART OF THE SEA on today's ep! Advertise on Bad Science via Gumball.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices