LifeScience

LifeScience Podcast

Life Science is a podcast for people who love asking, "I wonder why..." Each episode, we'll tackle a fascinating question about science, history, psychology, nature, pop culture, or everyday life—separating fact from fiction through trusted research and lively conversation. You'll leave every episode having learned something new, seeing the world a little differently, and possibly with a few more questions of your own. If you're endlessly curious and enjoy learning and having the best water cooler conversation starters, Life Science is for you. Join the chat on Facebook, Instagram, or email at email.lifesciencepodcast@gmail.com. Visit us online at www.lifesciencepodcast.info, too! Stay curious!

Episodes

  1. 15h ago ·  Bonus

    It's Probably Nothing: Why We Love Being Scared (Bonus Episode)

    Why do we love being scared? Is Bigfoot camera-shy? And could the Loch Ness Monster really be an overachieving eel? In this Halloween episode of Life Science, Jess and Bryan put ghosts, monsters, and our questionable taste for terror under the microscope. Turns out, the science might be even stranger than the stories. Happy Halloween! Special shout out to Jonathan Perez of Latinos Against Spooky Sh*t, whose work we refer to during this episode. Highly suggest you check him out on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube @latinosagainstspookyshit While this episode does not contain profanities, it does include content that may be frightening or disturbing to some listeners. Discretion is advised. Episode Reference List Image references: Painting of a plesiosaur on land, by Heinrich Harder Loch Ness Monster Surgeon's photograph Frame 352 of the 1967 Patterson–Gimlin film, claimed by the filmmakers to depict a female Bigfoot Hans Holbein the Younger - Portrait of a Lady, perhaps Katherine Howard Woman looking in Mirror - Cottonbro Studios (Pexels) Music licensed through Soundstripe. Code: VLGAMXLLKMIGQ29C, QQXOA13DPQHDPB5U, SKBXHVILOBDINSZL Please share and subscribe! Follow the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, Amazon, and iHeart Radio so you never miss an episode!Connect with us in the social sphere on Facebook, Instagram, and BlueSkyCatch us online at www.lifesciencepodcast.info or email.lifesciencepodcast@gmail.com

  2. Oct 24

    Subtitles On, Seatbelts Fastened

    Why is Gen Z reading television instead of just watching it? And why does boarding an airplane feel like an elaborate experiment in human incompetence? This week on LifeScience, Jess and Bryan tackle two of life's surprisingly ridiculous mysteries. From the tricks our brains play when we read and listen simultaneously to the physics of cramming 180 people and their oversized carry-ons into a flying metal tube, they discover that science has some fascinating answers. And apparently, getting everyone onto a plane shouldn't be nearly as difficult as airlines make it. Click here for this episode's reference list. Follow the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify,Amazon Music, YouTube and IHeart Radio so you never miss an episode!Connect with us in the social sphere on Facebook, Instagram, and Bluesky.Catch us online at http://www.lifesciencepodcast.info or email.lifesciencepodcast@gmail.com

  3. Oct 6

    Bagels, Brains & Taylor Swift

    New York bagels. Taylor Swift. Obviously, these belong in the same episode. 🥯 Is it really the water that makes a New York bagel better? 🎤 And how did Taylor Swift become so culturally enormous that even people who don’t listen to her somehow know what she’s doing? This week on LifeScience, we investigate bagel chemistry, parasocial relationships, cultural saturation, and why humans really, really love a beautifully simple explanation. Science gets weird. As usual. Episode 8 Reference List Follow the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube and IHeart Radio so you never miss an episode!Connect with us in the social sphere on Facebook, Instagram, and BlueSky.Catch us online at lifesciencepodcast.info or email.lifesciencepodcast@gmail.com

  4. Sep 22

    Any Excuse for Cake

    Why will we celebrate just about anything—and why does National Donut Day suddenly make you want a donut? Jess and Bryan explore the psychology of random holidays, rituals, and nostalgia, then dig into the science of food cravings, conditioning, and why your brain can make pizza feel like an emergency. Episode Reference List Thank you for listening! Catch all episodes of LifeScience on our website, lifesciencepodcast.info or wherever you get your podcasts. And be sure to connect with us on socials: Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky Have an idea for a topic you want us to explore? Got some feedback to share? Send it our way at email.lifesciencepodcast@gmail.com

  5. Sep 7

    Labor Day: Strikes, Sewage & Science

    Labor Day started with workers demanding better — and somehow we ended up talking about cesspits, dog poop, rats, and chimney science. We dig into the real history of Labor Day, then trace some truly gross old jobs to their modern, science-driven counterparts. Same work. Smarter methods. Far less ew. View this episode's reference list: reference list. Listen to our "Word Soup" episode. Listen to our Willie Wonka episode. Subscribe to LifeScience on your favorite podcast platform and follow us on socials! Facebook Instagram BlueSky YouTube Music licensed through Soundstripe. Code: Q7KMNBJYPMJAPVUN, OAHSGNIBJRKZL9GD

  6. Sep 1

    Turn Signals, Chocolate Rivers & Questionable Choices

    Turn signals: optional suggestion or basic social contract? And while we’re asking important questions, could Willy Wonka’s chocolate river actually work without becoming a public health disaster? Jess and Bryan dig into the psychology of bad driving, the science behind Wonka’s most questionable inventions, and why one child falling into a chocolate river should probably shut down the entire factory. View the references from this week's episode here. All episodes of LifeScience are available on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Spotify, iHeart Radio, and YouTube. Follow the show so you never miss an episode! You can also check in with us on socials: Facebook Instagram BlueSky Or via email: email.lifesciencepodcast@gmail.com Music licensed through Soundstripe. Code: YZWWMHH2DTXFKA66, JMQPOHBKD26KHIJ7, Y5AZJYDKXXZUDPVL, BCAEMMPRRADKNLPZ, 0FFA1LSU47SZMZ6V

  7. Aug 25

    Words & Worms

    Episode 4 | Words & Worms This week, we’re investigating two ways your brain can make everyday life unnecessarily complicated: the language people use when a perfectly normal sentence apparently isn’t fancy enough, and the mystery of why one tiny piece of music can take up residence in your head without paying rent. We get into what your word choices may be telling other people, why some tunes are remarkably hard to shake, and one surprisingly low-tech trick that might help when your internal playlist refuses to move on. View/download references here. And...be sure to like, follow, share, and comment on our   / lifesciencepodcast  ,   / lifescience_podcast  , and https://bsky.app/profile/lifesciencep... pages! We post fun stuff there. Have some feedback, a question, or idea you want us to toss around on a future episode? Email us at email.lifesciencepodcast@gmail.com Stay curious!

  8. Aug 10

    School Science Nobody Asked For

    It's Back to School time! Let's celebrate! In this episode, we talk about how school is full of things we rarely stop to question. How much of your life disappears in the car line? Does recess actually help kids behave? Does it matter whether lunch comes before or after recess? And why are teenagers expected to learn when their brains would rather be asleep? We did the research, found some school-centered facts, and asked what science says about starting school later. School Facts & References Later Start Facts & References PLUS: Be sure to vote in the School Lunch Specialties poll! What was your favorite school lunch? Cast your vote here! We'll share the results next week. And be sure to like, follow, share, and comment on our Facebook, Instagram, and BlueSky pages! We post fun stuff there. Have some feedback, a question, or idea you want us to toss around on a future episode? Email us at email.lifesciencepodcast@gmail.com

  9. Aug 3

    From O's to Oh No: Cheerios, Cholera & Radioactive Cures

    Why are Cheerios shaped like O’s, and why do they huddle together in your bowl? Jess and Bryan start with the surprisingly scientific story behind a breakfast classic, then follow the evidence from cholera and how beer helped identify how it was spread to radioactive health tonics ('nuf said). It’s a conversation about the morning menu and what happens when science changes its mind. It's on! Vote in the Favorite Cereal Face-Off! Click here or visit https://bit.ly/cereal-face-off to cast your vote. We'll share the results in our next episode. For a list of references and recommended reading for this episode, click here. And if you have a question, shoot us an email at email.lifesciencepodcast@gmail.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram or Blue Sky!

  10. Jul 30

    The Cure for the Common Podcast

    Ever get tired of the same old podcast playlist? What if 20 minutes could make you the smartest person in the room? If you love learning new things on the go, we've got the answer to your woes! Life Science Podcast offers fun, quick episodes that keep you inspired and connected—no boring science talk. Get your dose of curiosity twice a month and watch it spice up your conversations. Worth thinking about — are you ready to be everyone’s favorite trivia expert? Listen every other Tuesday for a new episode!

  11. Jul 27

    Let Us Introduce Ourselves—and Jimothy

    Let's keep the conversation going! Facebook @lifesciencepodcast Instagram @lifescience_podcast Bluesky @lifesciencepodcast Email us: email.lifesciencepodcast@gmail.com Episode 1 References Short Spine Syndrome Westworth, D. R., & Sturges, B. K. (2010). Congenital spinal malformations in small animals. Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice, 40(5), 951-981. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cvsm.2010.05.009 🔗 PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20732600/⁠ Urban Raccoon Ecology Prange, S., Gehrt, S. D., & Wiggers, E. P. (2004). Influences of anthropogenic resources on raccoon (Procyon lotor) movements and spatial distribution. Journal of Mammalogy, 85(3), 483-490. 🔗 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1644/BWG-109 (This DOI takes listeners directly to the paper.) Why Things Go Viral Berger, J., & Milkman, K. L. (2012). What makes online content viral? Journal of Marketing Research, 49(2), 192-205. 🔗 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1509/jmr.10.0353 Why False News Travels Faster Vosoughi, S., Roy, D., & Aral, S. (2018). The spread of true and false news online. Science, 359(6380), 1146-1151. 🔗 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1126/science.aap9559 Why Humans Think Things Are Cute Glocker, M. L., Langleben, D. D., Ruparel, K., Loughead, J. W., Gur, R. C., & Sachser, N. (2009). Baby schema in infant faces induces cuteness perception and motivation for caretaking in adults. Ethology, 115(3), 257-263. 🔗 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1439-0310.2008.01603.x Jimothy News Story The Washington Post. (2026, July 25). How did Jimothy the raccoon survive? Thanks to his mom, most likely. 🔗 Washington Post article⁠

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Life Science is a podcast for people who love asking, "I wonder why..." Each episode, we'll tackle a fascinating question about science, history, psychology, nature, pop culture, or everyday life—separating fact from fiction through trusted research and lively conversation. You'll leave every episode having learned something new, seeing the world a little differently, and possibly with a few more questions of your own. If you're endlessly curious and enjoy learning and having the best water cooler conversation starters, Life Science is for you. Join the chat on Facebook, Instagram, or email at email.lifesciencepodcast@gmail.com. Visit us online at www.lifesciencepodcast.info, too! Stay curious!

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    LifeScience Podcast
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
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