Black Hypothesis
68 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 months ago - ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsJoin The Langston Joules and Papermade as we embark on a mission to increase Black people’s interest in STEM by exploring science from a Black perspective, bringing the diaspora’s STEM feats to the forefront, and thus spawning a new wave of Black techies, scientists, engineers and medical professionals.
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Unlocking Success: Empowering Black Professionals with Expert Career Coaching
July 10, 2023 11:00 - 50 minutes - 35 MBIn this empowering episode of Black Hypothesis, we bring you an insightful interview with a seasoned career coach, Ahmad Burse, who specializes in guiding and uplifting Black professionals. Join us as we dive deep into the strategies, advice, and expert insights that can unlock your path to success. Discover invaluable tips on navigating the unique challenges faced by Black individuals in career fields and gain practical guidance on advancing your career. This interview is filled with action...
Black Girl Magic: Alexis Blakes Interview
March 20, 2023 11:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MBIn celebration of Women's History Month, on this episode of Black Hypothesis, theLangstonJoules and PaperMade sit down with a trailblazing woman in tech, Alexis Blakes. In this insightful interview, Alexis shares her personal journey in the tech industry, her experiences as a Black woman in a predominantly male-dominated field, and how she overcame obstacles and challenges to achieve success. Alexis offers valuable insights and advice for anyone aspiring to be in STEM. Don't miss this ins...
Unlocking the Secrets of the Universe
February 27, 2023 12:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MBListen in as theLangstonJoules and Papermade take a deep dive into the future of space exploration and discuss the exciting possibilities that await us. Future space missions, space tourism and other bold predictions are on the table! This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the final frontier. Audible Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show Thanks for listening! Follow us o...
2023: New Year, New Record Global Temps
January 02, 2023 12:00 - 52 minutes - 35.8 MBListen in as theLangstonJoules and PaperMade discuss global warming, noticeable macro trends and their possible meaning. What can we all do to help save our planet? Read while you're on the move Sign up for a free 30-day trial of Audible via our link Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show Thanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIN, Instagram and Twitter.
Nutrition Facts
December 19, 2022 12:00 - 51 minutes - 35.7 MBListen In as PaperMade and theLangstonJoules discuss nutrition and some of the many processes taking place when we consume food. Read while you're on the move Sign up for a free 30-day trial of Audible via our link Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show Thanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIN, Instagram and Twitter.
Forensics: More an Art or More a Science
December 12, 2022 12:00 - 44 minutes - 30.6 MBRemember at the end of EVERY opening scene of CSI Miami (dating oursleves much?) when Horatio would say come corny ad lib as he's putting on his shades and they cut the theme song? Listen in as PaperMade and theLangstonJoules discuss all the cool techniques developed throughout the history of the Forensic Science field. Let's just say.... *puts on shades*... this ones to die for. Read while you're on the move Sign up for a free 30-day trial of Audible via our link Disclaimer: This post c...
How to pass your Math Class! - Professor J. Interview
October 24, 2022 11:00 - 37 minutes - 26 MBTheLangstonJoules and PaperMade, of Black Hypothesis, meet up with Professor J to talk her passion for math, it's applications and her approaches to teaching today's youth. The Math is Finally Mathing!!! A must listen! Subscribe, comment and share! For more information, please visit https://helpmeprofessorj.com/ Peace, Love and STEM Audible Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show Thank...
The Taste of White Tears: The Karen Edition
June 20, 2022 14:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MBThe ubiquity of smart phone cameras has helped mainstream society discover a creature of which only appeared to select individuals (Black People). This creature had long hair, black eyes, skin like coagulated milk with Cayenne pepper mixed throughout, a horrible voice and harassed its victims relentlessly - The Karen. The Karen would show up any and everywhere. The supermarket, the clothing store, the park, they'll even walk straight up to your front door. Let's discuss ways we can identif...
You Are What You Eat...... So What Are YOU?
June 06, 2022 11:00 - 37 minutes - 25.7 MBTheLangstonJoules and Papermade talk about their diets through different stages of life. You are what you eat. Health is Wealth, So Stack Your Coins! Read while you're on the move Sign up for a free 30-day trial of Audible via our link Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show Thanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIN, Instagram and Twitter.
Hey Baby, Statistics Means Never Having to Say You're 100% Certain
May 02, 2022 11:00 - 27 minutes - 18.9 MBWe try to use statistics to: 1) Make Predictions 2) tracking population characteristics: Census Data 3) Make inferences, Draw conclusions and/or causality 4) Get a bag in FanDuel We're just trying to make sense of the world. Listen up and we'll make it make sense together! Read while you're on the move Sign up for a free 30-day trial of Audible via our link Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support ...
The whole dang thang gon' Nucular!
March 28, 2022 11:00 - 30 minutes - 20.6 MBI NEED MORE POWER! Don't we all?? The unquenchable thirst for the almighty Joule is second to none. There's a whole lot goin on behind that outlet. If you trace the circuit back far enough, what you'll find may be explosive!! Read while you're on the move Sign up for a free 30-day trial of Audible via our link Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show Thanks for listening! Follow us on Link...
Neva Eva Stop Learning!
March 14, 2022 11:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MBThe rumors of our deaths have been greatly exaggerated. Exploration can never cease. We missed y'all. Lets get to it. The Catch-up Episode. Read while you're on the move Sign up for a free 30-day trial of Audible via our link Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show Thanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIN, Instagram and Twitter.
Hella Plain!
December 13, 2021 12:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MBIt's 2021, weren't we all supposed to be in flying cars right now? Did the Jetsons get it all wrong? Let's find out, we may be closer to aerial mass commuting than you think. Read while you're on the move Sign up for a free 30-day trial of Audible via our link Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show Thanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIN, Instagram and Twitter.
Enter the Matri..... I mean Metaverse
December 08, 2021 19:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MBA 30,000 feet view (jumping out of the plane Fortnite style) of the new Metaverse, its functions, features and applications. By the time we land, we'll be in a whole new world folks! Sign up for a free 30-day trial of Audible via our link, www.audibletrial.com/blackhypothesis Support the show Thanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIN, Instagram and Twitter.
Is it worth the cost?
November 23, 2021 06:00 - 13 minutes - 9.06 MBWhat is the true price of the disruption caused by the current pandemic? Economic, Social, Environmental implications abound! Opportunities are all around us. This may be the chance you needed. Just got to survive first. Listen in on Wisdom Wasted with Papermade. Sign up for a free 30-day trial of Audible via our link, www.audibletrial.com/blackhypothesis. Support the show Thanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIN, Instagram and Twitter.
This Class is a Farce!
November 16, 2021 12:00 - 29 minutes - 19.9 MBNever Ever EVERRRRRR stop thinking about things from a logical, objective standpoint! Using empirical methods to come to your conclusion. Don't let the academic machine churn you out into a process loving.............. **catches himself, realizes he/she is on a soap box and proceeds to step down**. Listen in for more discussion. Check out our free 30-day trial offer of Audible via the following link: www. audibletrial.com/blackhypothesis Support the show Thanks for listening! Follow us on ...
Ahhhh! Desperate for Reality!!!
November 09, 2021 17:00 - 11 minutes - 7.86 MBDid you see when homegirl/homeboy.......? Mind you, all along...... He/She needs to get it together.... Listen in as PaperMade talks of the allure of Reality TV shows and how they can be beneficial or detrimental to us. Sign up for a free 30-day trial of Audible using our link: www.audibletrial.com/blackhypothesis Support the show Thanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIN, Instagram and Twitter.
Discipline is the key, Young Grasshoppah!
November 01, 2021 17:00 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MBY'all good?!?! Staying on task?!? TheLangstonJoules and PaperMade hope so! They want to WIN! They want YOU to WIN! But after that motivation is gone, what do we do? Listen in as they discuss. Support the show Thanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIN, Instagram and Twitter.
Wah Gwan! Trending Tech Industries to Watch
October 25, 2021 08:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MBYour favorite podcasters, TheLangstonJoules and PaperMade, are discussing new and trending fields in Tech. COVID, a hot tech market and a record number of Americans quitting their jobs is proving to be a recipe for exciting new possibilities for STEM careers. If you're looking for a new way to provide value to the world, you don't want to miss this!!! Support the show Thanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIN, Instagram and Twitter.
The Science Behind Community
September 07, 2021 02:00 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MBHello BH fam! We're back from our semester break with a new episode. In this episode, Papermade and The Langston Joules dig deep into community building and the science behind it. Audible Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show Thanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIN, Instagram and Twitter.
Is Flubber Real? Dr. Burks explains it all!
June 14, 2021 13:00 - 43 minutes - 29.8 MBIn this episode, Louisiana native and HBCU educated Dr. Burks joins us to talk about his experience obtaining his Ph.D. in materials science & engineering, why Robin Williams' flubber will never be a thing, his background in polymer crystallization and polymorphism in Polyvinylidene Fluoride (what is that? we still kind of don't know...), and fun facts about cicadas! You definitely don't want to miss this fun convo! To learn more about him and the STEM college experience, visit his websi...
Tips to Make Life Easier!
May 31, 2021 13:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MBPapermade and The Langston Joules give us some life hacks to make school and life work much more manageable. We got you covered from tips on how to quickly read a scientific papers to how to quickly cool down your hot beer! Check out this episode to learn more. Support the show Thanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIN, Instagram and Twitter.
Akon City, Senegal: The Real Life Wakanda
May 17, 2021 13:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MBThis memorial weekend is the 100th anniversary of the Tulsa Race Massacre where Black Wall Street once stood. With the destruction of 35 blocks of the Greenwood district in Tulsa, tens of thousands of Black people were left homeless. Juxtaposed to this anniversary, we discuss what a real life Wakanda and Black-owned everythannngg could look like. Surprisingly, Akon gave us a blueprint to work off of. Listen to this episode and check your bank account 'cause will definitely want you book your...
Science of the Glow Up!
May 03, 2021 13:00 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MBWe [safely] outside now so it's only right to do a skincare beauty episode to get us right for a hot BH summer! In this episode, Papermade tells us all we need to know about SPF and The Langston Joules shares the inside tea on his skincare regime. Support the show (https://paypal.me/blackhypothesis?locale.x=en_US)
The Science Behind Glow Up!
May 03, 2021 13:00 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MBWe [safely] outside now so it's only right to do a skincare beauty episode to get us right for a hot BH summer! In this episode, Papermade tells us all we need to know about SPF and The Langston Joules shares the inside tea on his skincare regime. Support the show Thanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIN, Instagram and Twitter.
Interview with Derek - IT Consultant
April 19, 2021 13:00 - 41 minutes - 28.5 MBDerek, an IT professional, tells us about his education journey from Philadelphia public schools to his turning point at HBCU Lincoln University. He also gives some career tips and FYIs so you definitely don't want to miss this! Support the show Thanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIN, Instagram and Twitter.
Interview with our little STEM brothers!
April 05, 2021 13:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MBWe're brothers! We're happy and we're singing and we're colored... Nah, cut and re-record... We're fresh off Easter break and we wanted to make this a family episode, so we brought out our little brothers to talk about majoring in a STEM field in college and post grad life. Support the show Thanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIN, Instagram and Twitter.
Fibroids and Black Women - How do we fix this?
March 22, 2021 13:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MBIt's Women's History Month so we wanted to create more awareness and dig deep into a health issue affecting Black women - fibroids! Our resident public health official Papermade breaks it all the way down for us and ask the age old question we all want to know -- "why isn't a Black woman's health ever an important issue?". Listen to Papermade's interview about emergency preparedness with NYU's School of Public Health! (https://publichealth.nyu.edu/podcast/iamgph/ep90-emergency-preparedness...
Blockchain explained in 30 minutes!
March 08, 2021 14:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MBEveryone's talking about Bitcoin, but what exactly is it? Today, the hosts of Black Hypothesis explain the concept of blockchain and why this technology is a solution to your everyday problems! Support the show Thanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIN, Instagram and Twitter.
Celebrating Black Engineering Week!
February 22, 2021 14:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MBFebruary 21-27 is Engineering Week, but it's also Black History Month. So we decided to remix it and celebrate Black Engineering Week! In this episode, we talk about the incredible feats of these 10 amazing Black engineers: Mary Jackson, Walt Braithwaite, Ursula Burns, William Hunter Dammond, Wanda M. Austin, Lewis Latimer, Jerry Lawson, Mark Dean, Kimberly Bryant, and Mae Carol Jemison. Support the show Thanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIN, Instagram and Twitter.
What's Love gotta do with Science?
February 08, 2021 14:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MBThe Langston Joules and Papermade are back with their Valentine's Day special. They take a deep dive into the science of love! If you want to learn about your love language, sign up for a free 30-day trial of Audible at audibletrial.com/blackhypothesis. Support the show Thanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIN, Instagram and Twitter.
2020: Return to Sender
December 14, 2020 15:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MBFor our last episode of 2020, we're giving you all some helpful tips for your 2021 New Years Resolution planning! And don't forget to check out audibletrial.com/blackhypothesis to listen to any book and movie recommendations during this episode! Cheers to the end of 2020! Support the show Thanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIN, Instagram and Twitter.
Using Social Media While Black
November 30, 2020 14:00 - 39 minutes - 27.2 MBInspired by NYT's article "Black LinkedIn Is Thriving. Does LinkedIn Have a Problem With That?", The Langston Joules and Papermade gives their hot takes on how social media can preserve or control Black culture and promote or destroy Black social movements. Sign up for your free trial of Audible at audibletrial.com/BlackHypothesis to listen to this week's book recommendations. Support the show Thanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIN, Instagram and Twitter.
Santa Better Have My Presents
November 16, 2020 14:00 - 37 minutes - 25.5 MBIn this episode, The Langston Joules and Papermade pimp Santa's ride and design him a state of the art sleigh with a built in toilet and Amazon type of logistics. In addition to Santa, the hosts will also provide you all with the gift of STEM and share their favorite low-cost holiday recommendations to enjoy with you and your family. Sign up for a 30-day free trial of Audible at audibletrial.com/BlackHypothesis to listen to some classic holiday books! Support the show Thanks for listening!...
It's Gettin' Hot in Here - Global Warming
November 02, 2020 13:00 - 42 minutes - 29.2 MBI am - gettin so hot, I wanna take [global warming seriously]. The Langston Joules and Papermade take a deep dive into the causes of global warming like greenhouse gases, industrial farming, and modernization; and the effects of global warming such as more health issues, dying coral reefs and... great Alaskan real estate. Sign up for a 30-day free trial of Audible at audibletrial.com/BlackHypothesis to listen to book recommendations from this episode. Support the show Thanks for listening! ...
It's Gettin' Hot in Here - Global Warming
November 02, 2020 13:00 - 42 minutes - 29.2 MBI am - gettin so hot, I wanna take [global warming seriously]. The Langston Joules and Papermade take a deep dive into the causes of global warming like greenhouse gases, industrial farming, and modernization; and the effects of global warming such as more health issues, dying coral reefs and... great Alaskan real estate. Sign up for a 30-day free trial of Audible at audibletrial.com/BlackHypothesis to listen to book recommendations from this episode. Support the show Thanks for listening! ...
History of Voodoo & Science of Prayer
October 19, 2020 12:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MBThe Langston Joules tells us the story of Clairvius Narcisse - the world's first documented zombie - and the history of Haitian Vodou. Papermade and Langston then discuss why prayer is so powerful and the science behind it. Sign up for a free 30-day trial of Audible at http://www.audibletrial.com/BlackHypothesis to learn how to create a great horror story or learn more about the Haitian Revolution. Support the show Thanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIN, Instagram and Twitter.
The STEM in Human Ecology
October 05, 2020 11:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MBIn this week's episode, we explore the concept of human ecology and the ways to make the environment work for you!
STEM & Human Ecology
October 05, 2020 11:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MBIn this week's episode, we explore the concept of human ecology and the ways to make the environment work for you! Check out the Audible book recommendations at http://www.audibletrial.com/BlackHypothesis for a 30-day free trial! Support the show Thanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIN, Instagram and Twitter.
Women in IT with Simone Said So
September 21, 2020 11:00 - 38 minutes - 26.8 MBSimone Said So, an IT professional, sits down with The Langston Joules and Papermade to talk about her career in information technology (IT) and the skills you need to succeed! Support the show Thanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIN, Instagram and Twitter.
African Cars and Engineering
September 07, 2020 11:00 - 39 minutes - 27.4 MBWhether you're into Lamborghinis, Audis and Ferraris or Kias and Toyotas, Africa probably got a foreign for you, too. In this episode we dig deep into what goes into making a luxury car and why the Kenyan Mobius, Ghanaian Kantanka or the Ugandan Kiira are cars you need to start checking out. Sign up for a free 30-day trial of Audible to listen to this week's movie and book recommendations http://www.audibletrial.com/BlackHypothesis . Support the show Thanks for listening! Follow us on Linke...
The Universe Runs on CP Time
August 24, 2020 11:00 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MBIn this episode Papermade and The Langston Joules put on their journalism hats to debunk a popular Instagram meme about time running backwards in parallel universe. While this might be an old story, it's right on [CP] time. Sign up for a 30-day free trial of Audible at http://www.audibletrial.com/BlackHypothesis to listen to Papermade's book recommendation River of Shadows. Support the show Thanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIN, Instagram and Twitter.
Science of Black (Afro) Hair
August 10, 2020 11:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MBSEASON 3 PREMIERE! We may all know Erykah Badu's skit "Pick yo afro daddy, because it's flat on one side," but do we know the science behind WHY it's flat on one side? Excuse us ladies and gentleman as we discuss the science behind our kinks, curls, relaxers, beards, and why we don't want people touchin' it. Support the show Thanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIN, Instagram and Twitter.
We just talkin 'bout G-eology...
June 01, 2020 14:00 - 37 minutes - 25.4 MBWe found a Black geologist y'all! Dr. J educates us on what a geologist does and why they're needed. For any scientist or Ph.D. student looking to sharpen their communication skills, please visit explainables.org/ Note: This episode was recorded a few weeks prior to this weekend. We will continue to celebrate Black lives, Black joy, Black culture, and Black contributions for "the Black skin is not a badge of shame, but rather a glorious symbol of national greatness." Rest in paradise to a...
We just talkin 'bout G-eology
June 01, 2020 14:00 - 37 minutes - 25.4 MBSeason 2 finale: We found a Black geologist y'all! Dr. J educates us on what a geologist does and why they're needed. For any scientist or Ph.D. student looking to sharpen their communication skills, please visit explainables.org/ Note: This episode was recorded a few weeks prior to this weekend. We will continue to celebrate Black lives, Black joy, Black culture, and Black contributions for "the Black skin is not a badge of shame, but rather a glorious symbol of national greatness." Rest...
QTS: Quarantine, Therapy and STEM
May 18, 2020 13:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MBWhen we say "QTS", we now mean quarantine, therapy and STEM. The Langston Joules and Papermade sit down with special guest Tiffany to discuss therapy, her job, and the role of social sciences in the STEM world. The Langston Joules also found new friends - his Nike socks. Support the show Thanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIN, Instagram and Twitter.
Special Guest A.R. Explains Environmental Health
April 26, 2020 13:00 - 44 minutes - 30.5 MBPapermade and The Langston Joules discuss environmental health and public health careers with special guest A.R. Editor's note: trash transfer stations are in Northeast D.C. and not Northwest. Support the show Thanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIN, Instagram and Twitter.
Special Guest A.R. explains Environmental Health
April 26, 2020 13:00 - 44 minutes - 30.5 MBPapermade and The Langston Joules discuss environmental health and public health careers with special guest A.R. Editor's note: trash transfer stations are in Northeast D.C. and not Northwest.
Why is public transportation so Janky?
April 12, 2020 13:00 - 51 minutes - 35.7 MBPapermade and The Langston Joules go in on public transportation and the industry's lack of technological advancement.
Why is Public Transportation So Janky?
April 12, 2020 13:00 - 51 minutes - 35.7 MBPapermade and The Langston Joules go in on public transportation and the industry's lack of technological advancement. Support the show Thanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIN, Instagram and Twitter.