Spooky Science Lab

Nicholas Kaufmann & David Wellington
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An all-ages podcast in which two horror authors discuss strange-but-true science facts that are scary, disturbing, and even downright spooky. Hosted by Nicholas Kaufmann and David Wellington.Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/user/spooky-science-labArtwork by Errick Nunnally (https://erricknunnally.myportfolio.com/)Theme "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle (c/o premiumbeat.com)

  1. MAR 31

    Episode 024: Ice Mummies / What Is Reality?

    In the Season 2 finale, Nick explores the chilling (in more ways than one) world of ice mummies. From Beechey Island in the Arctic to the summits of the Austrian Alps, the bodies of the dead lay frozen and preserved, including one "iceman" discovered to be 5,300 years old! Then, Dave examines the difference between perception and reality. Are we seeing the world around us as it really is? The answer will blow your mind! Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/user/spooky-science-lab Hosted by Nicholas Kaufmann and David Wellington Edited by David Wellington Additional voices by Jennifer Dikes and Alexa Antopol Logo by Errick Nunnally Theme song "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle Connect with us on social media at Facebook, Bluesky, and Instagram, or email us at contact@spookysciencelab.com!

    1h 6m

  2. MAR 24

    Episode 023: Krakatoa / Io: The Death Moon

    In this episode, Nick takes us back in time to the eruption of Krakatoa in 1883, one of the most devastating volcanic eruptions in modern history. Not only did it kill tens of thousands and lead to unimaginable devastation, it also changed the Earth's climate in ways that still affect us over one hundred years later. Then, Dave drops us off on Io, Jupiter's innermost moon and one of the deadliest spots in the solar system. How exactly can Io kill you? Let Dave count the ways! Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/user/spooky-science-lab Hosted by Nicholas Kaufmann and David Wellington Edited by David Wellington Additional voices by Jennifer Dikes and Alexa Antopol Logo by Errick Nunnally Theme song "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle Connect with us on social media at Facebook, Bluesky, and Instagram, or email us at contact@spookysciencelab.com!

    54 min

  3. MAR 17

    Episode 022: Jellyfish / Repopulating the Earth

    In this episode, Nick brings us back to the ocean to visit one of its most bizarre inhabitants, the jellyfish. Some have tentacles over 100 feet long, others have a sting that can kill a human being in under five minutes, but most fascinating of all are the ones who've achieved immortality. Then, Dave asks one of the most difficult questions in science: If a catastrophic, world-ending event was on the way, who would you choose to survive in order to repopulate the Earth and how would you save them? It's a moral quandary with no easy answer, but it's one humanity may have to face someday. Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/user/spooky-science-lab Hosted by Nicholas Kaufmann and David Wellington Edited by David Wellington Additional voices by Jennifer Dikes and Alexa Antopol Logo by Errick Nunnally Theme song "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle Connect with us on social media at Facebook, Bluesky, and Instagram, or email us at contact@spookysciencelab.com!

    1h 8m

  4. MAR 10

    Episode 021: Strange Loves of the Anglerfish / Teleportation

    In this episode, Nick takes us to the deepest ocean depths to meet the alien-looking anglerfish and its bizarre, disturbing mating habits. Think you've been on weird dates? You haven't seen anything yet! Then, Dave ponders what teleportation would be like in the real world. Star Trek makes it look easy, but what would it entail to break you down into atoms and reassemble you somewhere else? Provided you survived the experience, would you still be you? Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/user/spooky-science-lab Hosted by Nicholas Kaufmann and David Wellington Edited by David Wellington Additional voices by Jennifer Dikes and Alexa Antopol Logo by Errick Nunnally Theme song "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle Connect with us on social media at Facebook, Bluesky, and Instagram, or email us at contact@spookysciencelab.com!

    52 min

  5. MAR 3

    Episode 020: Horsehair Worms / How Many Planets Are There?

    In this episode, Nick introduces listeners to the horrifying horsehair worm, a water-dwelling parasitic organism whose brutal lifecycle puts its insect host through hell, culminating in the worm's unique ability to compel its host to drown itself. Then, Dave asks the question, "How many planets are there in our solar system?" The answer might seem simple to you, but throughout history the number has fluctuated wildly, taking into account celestial bodies both real and theoretical. So how many are there *really*? Listen and find out! Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/user/spooky-science-lab Hosted by Nicholas Kaufmann and David Wellington Edited by David Wellington Additional voices by Jennifer Dikes and Alexa Antopol Logo by Errick Nunnally Theme song "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle Connect with us on social media at Facebook, Bluesky, and Instagram, or email us at contact@spookysciencelab.com!

    54 min

  6. FEB 24

    Episode 019: Lazarus Syndrome / Cerebral Organoids

    In this episode, Nick explores Lazarus Syndrome, a rare occurrence where people who are declared dead suddenly and mysteriously wake up hours later, sometimes just minutes away from being embalmed. The dead are rising, but this isn't a zombie movie, it's real life! Then, Dave introduces us to cerebral organoids, lab-grown living human brain cells in petri dishes. These mini-brains are capable of learning, including how to play video games, and now some want to turn them into organic supercomputers. Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/user/spooky-science-lab Hosted by Nicholas Kaufmann and David Wellington Edited by David Wellington Additional voices by Jennifer Dikes and Alexa Antopol Logo by Errick Nunnally Theme song "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle Connect with us on social media at Facebook, Bluesky, and Instagram, or email us at contact@spookysciencelab.com!

    55 min

  7. FEB 17

    Episode 018: Into the Immune System / Dark Flow

    In this episode, Nick shrinks Dave to the size of a bacterium and sends him into the savage battlefield of the human immune system, a breathtaking biological enterprise that's second in complexity only to the human brain. Then, Dave takes us to the very edge of the universe, where something unknown lurks beyond observable space, emitting such an immense gravitational pull that this mysterious celestial body is believed to be the largest, densest object in the universe. Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/user/spooky-science-lab Hosted by Nicholas Kaufmann and David Wellington Edited by David Wellington Additional voices by Jennifer Dikes and Alexa Antopol Logo by Errick Nunnally Theme song "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle Connect with us on social media at Facebook, Bluesky, and Instagram, or email us at contact@spookysciencelab.com!

    56 min

  8. FEB 10

    Episode 017: The Manchineel Tree / Deep Life

    In this episode, Nick gets too close for comfort to a tree the Guinness Book of World Records called "the deadliest tree in the world." With poisonous fruit, toxic bark, and lethal sap, there's no doubt the manchineel tree wants you dead. Only one creature can survive in its branches, but you'll never guess what it is. Then, Dave takes a deep dive into the deep Earth, where there's no light, intense pressure, and unbearable heat, and yet life is thriving down there. These life forms are unlike anything we've ever seen and far outnumber the organisms that exist on the surface. How they survive in these extreme conditions will amaze you. Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/user/spooky-science-lab Hosted by Nicholas Kaufmann and David Wellington Edited by David Wellington Additional voices by Jennifer Dikes and Alexa Antopol Logo by Errick Nunnally Theme song "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle Connect with us on social media at Facebook, Bluesky, and Instagram, or email us at contact@spookysciencelab.com!

    51 min
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An all-ages podcast in which two horror authors discuss strange-but-true science facts that are scary, disturbing, and even downright spooky. Hosted by Nicholas Kaufmann and David Wellington.Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/user/spooky-science-labArtwork by Errick Nunnally (https://erricknunnally.myportfolio.com/)Theme "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle (c/o premiumbeat.com)

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  • Creator
    Nicholas Kaufmann & David Wellington
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    24
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Spooky Science Lab
  • Show Website
    Spooky Science Lab