Latest Leake Podcast Episodes
The Story of Human Hair
Origin Stories - April 30, 2024 17:54 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 412 ratingsWhy do humans have most of our hair on our heads, not our bodies? Why do we have so many varieties of hair color, thickness, and curliness? Dr. Tina Lasisi is a biological anthropologist whose work explores these evolutionary mysteries. In this episode, she shares her research into why humans ha...
The Musical Ape
Origin Stories - April 02, 2024 18:09 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 412 ratingsMusic is universal in all human cultures, but why? What gives us the ability to hear sound as music? Are we the only musical species–or was Darwin right when he said every animal with a backbone should be able to perceive, if not enjoy music? Professor Henkjan Honing is on a mission to find out....
Custodian of the Ancestors
Origin Stories - February 27, 2024 14:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 412 ratingsWhat is it like to be responsible for the safekeeping of the ancestors of everyone in the world? In this episode, we travel to the National Museum of Ethiopia to see our most famous fossil relative – Lucy – and meet Yared Assefa, the person who takes care of her and all of our Ethiopian fossil a...
A Brief History of Bling
Origin Stories - January 31, 2024 00:54 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 412 ratingsTravel through 50,000 years of human history following clues hidden inside beads made from ostrich eggshells. In this episode, researchers Jennifer Miller and Yiming Wang share how these tiny artifacts reveal a sweeping story of ancient social networks, cultural connections, and human adaptabili...
Top Human Origins Discoveries of 2023
Origin Stories - December 27, 2023 01:58 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 412 ratings2023 was another exciting year in human origins research! Fossil discoveries and long-term primate studies expanded our understanding of what makes us human. In this episode, four Leakey Foundation scientists shared their favorite human evolution discoveries from the past year. Help us make mo...
Shut Up...Bissh
Catch My Black and Gay - December 19, 2023 11:00 - 26 minutesJoin the conversation and leave us a voicemail at 971-410-7111 Follow us on all social media platforms IG - @catchmyblackandgay Twitter- @catchmyblackgay Website: https://catchmyblackandgay.com
Potlucks, Mac and Cheese, and DUI's
Catch My Black and Gay - December 05, 2023 11:00 - 24 minutesDo you put raisins in your coleslaw? Do you put eggs in your mac and cheese? In this episode, the guys discuss their holiday dinners. Join the conversation and leave us a voicemail at 971-410-7111 Follow us on all social media platforms IG - @catchmyblackandgay Twitter- @catchmyblackgay Websi...
What Do I Say to Him Next?
Catch My Black and Gay - November 28, 2023 11:00 - 53 minutesHave you ever dated someone that is living with HIV? In this episode, the guys get educated on what its like to date someone living with HIV and how to use inclusive language when speaking on this topic. Join the conversation and leave us a voicemail at 971-410-7111 Follow us on all social medi...
We'll Start Over Next Week
Catch My Black and Gay - November 21, 2023 11:00 - 12 minutesChef Von and Torrian have a spar with words, leaving this episode to come in to an abrupt ending. Join the conversation and leave us a voicemail at 971-410-7111 Follow us on all social media platforms IG - @catchmyblackandgay Twitter- @catchmyblackgay Website: https://catchmyblackandgay.comJoi...
I Want Preferential Treatment
Catch My Black and Gay - November 14, 2023 11:00 - 33 minutesDo you like to skip your the line when you go out? Do you believe that celebrities should be given preferential treatment at establishments? The guys debate how they like to be treated when going out. Join the conversation and leave us a voicemail at 971-410-7111 Follow us on all social media p...
We Had A Time... DC
Catch My Black and Gay - November 07, 2023 11:00 - 45 minutesIn this episode, the guys discuss their infamous Washington DC trip that recently took place. An unexpected encounter with an unwanted guest leaves the guys shook. Join the conversation and leave us a voicemail at 971-410-7111 Follow us on all social media platforms IG - @catchmyblackandgay Tw...
Siblings
Origin Stories - October 31, 2023 23:12 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 412 ratingsSibling relationships can include everything from love and support–to tension, competition, and conflict. They might also play a fundamental role in the evolution of our species. In the final installment of our three-part series on family relationships, researchers Karen Kramer, Cat Hobaiter, an...
Miss Kitty
Catch My Black and Gay - October 31, 2023 10:00 - 40 minutesIn this episode the guys discuss the civl case between Dwight Howard and Stephen Harper. Can the accused be the real victim? Are there messages missing from the plaintiff? Join the conversation and leave us a voicemail at 971-410-7111 Follow us on all social media platforms IG - @catchmyblacka...
My Mother
Catch My Black and Gay - October 24, 2023 10:00 - 36 minutesThe guys are back and have an insight chat about their growing relationships with their moms and how they healed from the trauma they experienced. Join the conversation and leave us a voicemail at 971-410-7111 Follow us on all social media platforms IG - @catchmyblackandgay Twitter- @catchmybl...
Fatherhood
Origin Stories - September 26, 2023 23:33 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 412 ratingsHumans invest enormous amounts of time and energy into bringing up our babies. This unique investment is a fundamental part of what it means to be human. In this episode, the second in a three-part series on family relationships, researchers Lee Gettler, Stacy Rosenbaum, and Sonny Bechayda exp...
Motherhood
Origin Stories - August 29, 2023 14:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 412 ratingsHumans invest enormous amounts of time and energy into bringing up our babies. This unique investment is a fundamental part of what it means to be human. In this episode, the first in a three-part series on family relationships, researchers Sarah Blaffer Hrdy, Stacy Rosenbaum, and Amy Scott expl...
Boomplaas Cave - Bonus Interview
Origin Stories - August 02, 2023 16:50 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 412 ratingsHow did climate change impact ancient human behavior? This is one of the questions Justin Pargeter and his team are investigating at a site called Boomplaas Cave in South Africa. This site has a unique record of human presence over the past 80,000 years or so. Importantly, the site is helping re...
Slaving for a Company
Catch My Black and Gay - July 25, 2023 10:00 - 26 minutesIn this episode, the guys discuss the sacrifice one makes working in Corporate America. Has Corporate America stopped you from starting your own business? What do you do when you're tired of a job? Join the conversation and leave us a voicemail at 971-410-7111 Follow us on all social media pla...
It's F'ing Over
Catch My Black and Gay - July 18, 2023 10:00 - 48 minutesShould the person you're dating tell you that they have an ONLYFANS? When should the person you're dating disclose their sexual health status? The guys debate this topic, and you might be surprised by their responses. Always Fun, Always Shady, Always Black, & Always Gay. Join the conversation...
Fighting At Pride
Catch My Black and Gay - July 11, 2023 10:00 - 44 minutesIn this episode, the guys debate how they feel the LGBTQ+ Community should show up for PRIDE. Should kids attend PRIDE events? Is the LGBTQ+ Community over-sexualized? Join the conversation and leave us a voicemail at 971-410-7111 Follow us on all social media platforms IG - @catchmyblackandga...
Field School Diaries
Origin Stories - July 06, 2023 12:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 412 ratingsThis special episode takes you inside the world of archaeology students at Boomplaas Cave, one of South Africa’s flagship human evolution research sites. Led by Dr. Justin Pargeter, the students chronicle their field school journey through personal audio diaries, offering a candid look at the jo...
What Did You Just Call Me?
Catch My Black and Gay - June 27, 2023 10:00 - 27 minutesIn this episode, the guys discuss DIY projects, stealing, and someone using a not-so-nice word. Join the conversation and leave us a voicemail at 971-410-7111 Follow us on all social media platforms IG - @catchmyblackandgay Twitter- @catchmyblackgay Website: https://catchmyblackandgay.comJoin...
Are You An Accomplice?
Catch My Black and Gay - June 20, 2023 10:00 - 40 minutesIn this episode, the guys discuss what responsibilities celebrities have in being true ally's to the LGBTQ community. Join the conversation and leave us a voicemail at 971-410-7111 Follow us on all social media platforms IG - @catchmyblackandgay Twitter- @catchmyblackgay Website: https://catch...
How Are You Late, and Rushing Me?
Catch My Black and Gay - June 13, 2023 10:00 - 41 minutesIn this episode, the guys hold Jay accountable for a date night gone wrong. Join the conversation and leave us a voicemail at 971-410-7111 Follow us on all social media platforms IG - @catchmyblackandgay Twitter- @catchmyblackgay Website: https://catchmyblackandgay.com Join the conversation a...
That's A Non-Negotiable
Catch My Black and Gay - June 06, 2023 10:00 - 42 minutesIn this episode, the guys discuss what they are willing to accept and not accept while dating someone. Join the conversation and leave us a voicemail at 971-410-7111 Follow us on all social media platforms IG - @catchmyblackandgay Twitter- @catchmyblackgay Website: https://catchmyblackandgay.co...
The Hobbit
Origin Stories - May 30, 2023 19:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 412 ratingsIn this episode, we explore the fascinating tale of the Hobbit, an unexpected fossil find that shook the world's understanding of human evolution. Join researcher Matt Tocheri as he shares how this tiny hominin revolutionized the human story and transformed his life. Links: From the Field:...
Deleting Nudes
Catch My Black and Gay - May 23, 2023 10:00 - 21 minutesWhat do you do with the nudes that are sent to you? Find out what the guys do when nudes are sent to them. Join the conversation and leave us a voicemail at 971-410-7111 Follow us on all social media platforms IG - @catchmyblackandgay Twitter- @catchmyblackgay Website: https://catchmyblackandga...
I Need Therapy
Catch My Black and Gay - May 16, 2023 10:00 - 31 minutesJ'ay realizes that he needs therapy and shares what led him to this decision. Join the conversation and leave us a voicemail at 971-410-7111 Follow us on all social media platforms IG - @catchmyblackandgay Twitter- @catchmyblackgay Website: https://catchmyblackandgay.comJoin the conversation a...
Too Old to Date
Catch My Black and Gay - May 09, 2023 10:00 - 20 minutesWhat's the oldest you would date? The guys discuss what's too old for them to date. Join the conversation and leave us a voicemail at 971-410-7111 Follow us on all social media platforms IG - @catchmyblackandgay Twitter- @catchmyblackgay Website: https://catchmyblackandgay.com Join the conversa...
Trouble at Work
Catch My Black and Gay - May 02, 2023 10:00 - 47 minutesIn this episode, the host's detail issues they're having with diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Join the conversation and leave us a voicemail at 971-410-7111 Follow us on all social media platforms IG - @catchmyblackandgay Twitter- @catchmyblackgay Website: https://catchmyblackandgay....