Geekoscopy 101: A Science, Story and Play Podcast.

Pixar Top Tier list with @The SA Geeks

Just a little fun ice breaker to put out as I gear up for a new season of podcasting. Thanks to The SA Geeks for joining me on this little thought exercise. Let me know what you think of this format of podcast.

Ecofiction and ALT! GKSP101 EP039: Aleksandar Nedeljkovic

On this episode, we chat about ALT, an ecofiction book about climate change and renewable technology by Film Editor and author Aleksandar Nedeljkovic.  You can catch Aleks' work here: https://www.alt-novel.com/

Advent of Computing! GKSP101 EP038: Sean Haas

On this episode, we chat about computing history and computer science with the host of the Advent of Computing podcast, Sean Haas.

Open Knowledge and Data! GKSP101 EP037: Lane Rasberry

On this episode, we chat about the power and utility of Wikipedia for the accessibility of knowledge and data with data scientist and Wikimedian Lane Rasberry.

The Science of The Last of Us! GKSP101 EP036: Dr Andrea Villa

On this episode, we chat about the science of The Last of Us infected from a naturalist point of view with paleo-herpetologist Dr Andre Villa.

Journal of Geek Studies?! GKSP101 EP035: Dr Rodrigo Salvador

On this episode we chat about the Journal of Geek Studies a semi-formal, semi-academic publication for scientists and science communicators to submit geeky studies, it is non-profit and open access. I have joining me the Editor-in-Chief and snail biologist Dr Rodrigo Salvador.

Our Incidental Mythology? GKSP101 EP034: Dr Vivian Asimos

On this episode we chat contemporary mythology with anthropologist and independent researcher Dr Vivian Asimos who studies pop culture story telling.

Citizen Science and Science Entrepreneurship GKSP101 EP033: Dr Nelson Miranda

On this episode we chat science and exploration for everyone with scientist, citizen science facilitator, small business owner and good friend Dr Nelson Miranda of Argonaut Science.   You can catch Argonaut Science here:  https://www.argonautscience.com/ https://www.instagram.com/argonautscience/

Are Orcs Racist? GKSP101 EP032: Prof Christopher J Ferguson

We are back on the podcast for 2022 with psychology Professor Christopher J Ferguson. On this episode we chat the perception of racism in fantasy settings as well as psychology and sociology in gaming.

Science Heroes of South Africa! GKSP101 EP031: Engela Duvenage

Today we explore inspiring children into STEM with narrative non-fiction and South African bilingual science writer Engela Duvenage. 

Stories for Earth! GKSP101 EP030: Forrest Brown

On today's episode we explore climate change, climate fiction and podcasting with the host of the Stories for Earth podcast, Forrest Brown.

Marine Biologist Simulator! GKSP101 EP030: Michael Angst | Beyond Blue

Win a copy of Beyond Blue here: https://gleam.io/iht7w/geekoscopy-beyond-blue-steam-giveaway  Today we are exploring the ocean depths with video games and  the CEO of E-line Media and the Creative Director for Beyond Blue, Michael Angst. You can catch the studios great work here:   https://elinemedia.com/  https://beyondbluegame.com/

Marine Biologist Simulator! GKSP101 EP029: Michael Angst | Beyond Blue

Win a copy of Beyond Blue here: https://gleam.io/iht7w/geekoscopy-beyond-blue-steam-giveaway  Today we are exploring the ocean depths with video games and  the CEO of E-line Media and the Creative Director for Beyond Blue, Michael Angst. You can catch the studios great work here:   https://elinemedia.com/  https://beyondbluegame.com/

Return to Ecofiction! GKSP101 EP028: Mary Woodbury | Clara Hume

On this episode we chat with ecofiction author, publisher and blogger at dragonfly.eco, Mary Woodbury AKA penname Clara Hume. Clara Hume has authored "Back to the Garden" and Mary also heads up a discord server for ecofiction authors known as "Rewilding Our Stories" together with previous guest Lovis Geier.

Animate Your Science! GKSP101 EP027: Dr Tullio Rossi

On this episode we chat with science communication professional and founder of Animate Your Science Dr Tullio Rossi. Dr Rossi started out in a career in marine science with graphic design on the side, now he helps researchers communicate their science with video and graphics.

Welcome to the SCICOMM Club! GKSP101 EP026: Dr Mariya Vizireanu

On this episode we chat with an amazing anthropologist turned videogame researcher and science communicator: Dr Mariya Vizireanu of SciComm Journal Club.

Making Afro-Manga History! GKSP101 EP025: Ziyaad | Awali Comics

On this episode we chat with a personal friend, talented afro-magaka AKA South African comic book artist and academic historian Ziyaad Rahman AKA Awali Comics. We chat creating manga, art, history and everything in-between. Check out his work here and perhaps buy a book or two:  https://www.awalicomics.com/

Conservation Technology! GKSP101 EP024: Gabi Fleury

On this episode we are exploring the wonders of wildlife conservation, research and technology with the illustrious Gabi Fleury, one of Forbes 30 under 30 in science for 2021. We chat all things from conservation research and technology to science communication and the Witcher 3 on this week's Geekoscopy 101, the podcast that explores the meeting place between science, story and play. You can catch Gabi's work here:   https://twitter.com/fleurygs   https://fleurygs3.wixsite.com/gabifleury

Conservation Education and Podcasting! GKSP101 EP023: The Nagging Naturalist

On this episode I chat to naturalist, volunteer, BSc student and podcaster, Kristen Mankowski of the Nagging Naturalist podcast. We chat all things from conservation to science education, science communication to intersectional social justice on this week's Geekoscopy 101, the podcast that explores the meeting place between science, story, wonder and philosophy. You can catch Kristen's work here:   https://twitter.com/junglegymqueen   https://twitter.com/nag_naturalist   ttp://www.thenagg...

Ecofiction and Science Storytelling! GKSP101 #022: Lovis Geier

On this episode we explore ecofiction and science communication with PhD candidate Lovis Geier (pen name) AKA Rebekka Allgayer. Join us as we explore Lovis' science career and stumbling onto ecofiction while writing her novel.

Documenting Nature and Science! GKSP101 #021: Dr Shivan Parusnath

On this episode we are exploring the depths of wildlife photography, nature documentaries and herpetology with media specialist at Wits, Shivan Parusnath.

Astronomical Videos with Astro Roxy! GKSP101 #020: Rashmi Sheoran

The podcast show that explores the nexus between, science, story, wonder and philosophy is back! On this episode we are exploring the science of the cosmos with science communicator Rashmi Sheoran AKA Astro Roxy.

Plants, People and Podcasting! GKSP101 #019: Dr Vikram Baliga

The podcast show that explores the nexus between, science, story, wonder and philosophy is back! On this episode we are exploring plants, plant people and podcasting with the Plant Prof Himself Dr. Vikram Baliga of Planthropology.

The Magic of the Mind! GKSP101 #018: Morgan Sweeney

The podcast show that explores the nexus between, science, story, wonder and philosophy is back! On this episode we explore the Magic of the Mind with podcaster and cognitive science communicator, Morgan Sweeny. 

The Business of SciArt! GKSP101 #017: KIR | Umvvelt

The podcast show that explores the nexus between, science, story, wonder and philosophy is back! On this episode we explore the depths of Science Art with artist and small business owner, Kir of Umvvelt.

Video Game Medicine and Digital Health! GKSP101 #016: Dr Amiad Fredman | Digital Doc

The podcast show that explores the nexus between, science, story, wonder and philosophy is back! On this episode we explore the depths of digital health and medical technology with the Digital Doc of gaming himself… Doctor Amiad Fredman.

Learning with Video Games! GKSP101 #015: Zack Hartzman | Hey Listen Games

The podcast show that explores the nexus between, science, story, wonder and philosophy is back! On this episode we explore teaching and learning with video games with teacher and director of Hey Listen Games, Zack Hartzman.

Science Communication with Podcasts and D&D! GKSP101 #014: Chris Parsons | Dugongs and Sea Dragons

The podcast show that explores the nexus between, science, story, wonder and philosophy is back! On this episode we continue exploring the depths of researching and roleplaying on the high seas with marine biology professor and producer of science themed Dungeons and Dragons podcast Dugongs and Sea Dragons, Prof Chris Parsons.

Healing with Geek Therapy! GKSP101 #013: Dr Anthony Bean

The podcast show that explores the nexus between, science, story, wonder and philosophy is back! On this episode we explore the depths of video game therapy and research with the Video Game Doc himself, Dr Anthony Bean of Geek Therapeutics and Telos Project.

Marine Biology + D&D = Awesome! GKSP101 #012: Prof Joshua Drew | Dugongs and Sea Dragons

On this episode we explore the depths of researching and roleplaying on the high seas with marine biology professor and dungeon master of science themed Dungeons and Dragons podcast Dugongs and Sea Dragons, Prof Joshua Drew. 

History with Art, Artifacts and Games! GKSP101 #011: General Ste

The podcast show that explores the nexus between, science, story, wonder and philosophy is back! On this episode we explore the depths of history, archaeology, art and historical video game streaming with General Ste on Twitch.

Rating Wildlife and Podcasting! GKSP101 #010: Ellen Weatherford | Just the Zoo of Us

The podcast show that explores the nexus between, science, story, wonder and philosophy is back! On this episode we explore reviewing and rating animal wildlife and podcasting about it with the lovely Ellen Weatherford, one half of Just the Zoo of Us.

Studying Streamers and Chat?! GKSP101 #009: Dr Emory S. Daniel Jr

The podcast show that explores the nexus between, science, story, wonder and philosophy is back! On this episode we explore the psychology of modern media with communications / advertising / media / entertainment studies lecturer/professor, researcher and content creator Dr Emory S. Daniel Jr AKA FusRoDoc on YouTube and Twitch.

What's Going On in a Gamer's Brain?! GKSP101 #008: Dr Rachel Kowert / Psychgeist

The podcast show that explores the nexus between, science, story, wonder and philosophy is back! On this episode we explore the psychology of gaming with psychology researcher and content creator Dr Rachel Kowert AKA Psychgeist on YouTube and Twitch.

Super Heroes in Scientists! GKSP101 #007: Super Scientists' Justin Yarrow

The podcast show that explores the nexus between, science, story, wonder and philosophy is back! On this episode we explore giving power to scientists and children with Justin and the Super Scientists. 

Level Up Your Life! GKSP101 #006: Boonie Sripom

The podcast show that explores the nexus between, science, story, wonder and philosophy is back! On this episode we explore video games as a tool for growth and personal development with therapeutic life coach for the highly sensitive, creative and gifted: Boontarika (Boonie) Sripom AKA KuroNekoCake on Twitch.tv. 0crrJspypfSQow46QoRe

Historical Gaming! GKSP101 #005: Garrett Eriksen

The podcast show that explores the nexus between, science, story, wonder and philosophy is back! This week we look back at the Twitchcast about your Past with History PhD candidate and twitch.tv streamer LoFi_Historian AKA The Citizen Historian AKA Garrett E Eriksen.

Dress Up for Science! GKSP101 #004: Cosplay for Science

The podcast show that explores the nexus between, science, story, wonder and philosophy is back! This week we explore dressing up for science education with the fine gentlepeeps over at Cosplay for Science.

Be a Science Super Teacher! GKSP101 #003: Dr Francois Naude

The podcast show that explores the nexus between, science, story, wonder and philosophy is back! This week we explore the teaching of science and general education in new, fun and engaging was with Education Engineer and Super Teacher Francois Naude of Phoenix Education Engineers.

Looking Back with Archaeology is Fun! GKSP101 #002: Dr Tammy Hodgekiss Reynard

The podcast show that explores the nexus between, science, story, wonder and philosophy is back! This week we take you on a journey through time to discuss Dr. Tammy Hodgekiss Reynard's journey through time in her career as an archaeologist and her outreach and science communication efforts as a curator at the Origins Center Museum in the University of the Witwaterstrand in South Africa.

Learning with Science Ninjas! GKSP101 #001: Nathan Schreiber

Geekoscopy 101 is the he podcast show that explores the nexus between, science, story, wonder and philosophy. I, Dr. Yanas Kisten, delve into fun ways of communicating science and exploring the philosophy behind geek culture with my esteemed guests.   This week I speak with Nathan Schreiber, author of the Science Ninjas graphic novel and the Valence board/card game to shed light on his journey through education via art and play. We hope you enjoyed the chat, and learned a thing or two. 

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