10 episodes

Co-hosts and scientists Melanie Flores and Ana Silverstein unpack the seemingly complex world of science through humor, heated discussion, and a little bit of alcohol. Join them each episode as they cover a range of scientific topics, from how the immune system fights disease to surviving the apocalypse.

Over Drinks: A Science Podcast Co-Hosts Melanie Flores and Ana Silverstein

    • Science
    • 5.0 • 11 Ratings

Co-hosts and scientists Melanie Flores and Ana Silverstein unpack the seemingly complex world of science through humor, heated discussion, and a little bit of alcohol. Join them each episode as they cover a range of scientific topics, from how the immune system fights disease to surviving the apocalypse.

    Cheers to the No Moon Conspiracy Theorists

    Cheers to the No Moon Conspiracy Theorists

    Join Melanie and Ana this week as they talk about their favorite science conspiracy theories and the psychology behind them. From faking the moon landing to Flat Earthers (and even making up their own conspiracy theories), tune in to our final episode of the summer season!Support the Show.

    • 1 hr 25 min
    Cheers to Good Genes (and Not The Denim Kind)

    Cheers to Good Genes (and Not The Denim Kind)

    On their second to last episode of the first season, Ana and Melanie talk about human genes: what they are, what they mean for our health, and most importantly how they can make it so some people smell their pee after eating asparagus or smell ants while walking on the sidewalk, and some people don't. Support the Show.

    • 1 hr 6 min
    Cheers to Firmi-cuties

    Cheers to Firmi-cuties

    Join us on Over Drinks this week as we discuss the gut microbiome, as well as some of the cool things the microbes inside of us do! Can we blame the bacteria in our gut for that 2 a.m. pizza craving? Is eating garlic cloves when you're sick an urban legend, or just good for gut health? And can poop transplants really make you healthier? Tune in this week to find out!Support the Show.

    • 1 hr 4 min
    Cheers to Moon Dust and Badass Women

    Cheers to Moon Dust and Badass Women

    52 years ago, on July 20, 1969, Neil Armstrong took his historic first steps on the surface of the moon. That achievement would not have been possible had it not been for the team of (largely) men and (a handful of) women that tirelessly worked in the months leading up to the Apollo 11 launch. Today, Ana and Melanie celebrate the momentous accomplishments of five women who were crucial to the success of the Apollo 11 mission. Join them over Blue Moon beers as they talk female badass-ery, book...

    • 59 min
    Cheers to Mary Having a Little Typhoid

    Cheers to Mary Having a Little Typhoid

    Join Melanie and Ana this week as they explore the microorganisms that cause food-borne illnesses. Listen in as they cover the cruise ship virus, the tale of Typhoid Mary, and their mutual hatred for potlucks.Support the Show.

    • 1 hr 11 min
    Cheers to Surviving to 400 Years Old

    Cheers to Surviving to 400 Years Old

    Happy Shark Week! On this weeks episode of Over Drinks, Ana and Melanie talk about one of arguably the coolest creatures in the ocean (that have managed to survive all five major mass extinction events)! Join them as they talk about their favorite sharks (one of which is certainly just surviving, not thriving, at 400 years old), and share why they think its time for sharks to get a new reputation. Support the Show.

    • 58 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
11 Ratings

11 Ratings

milbymica ,

Did not disappoint! Worth your time!

Been waiting for the next episode and these ladies did not disappoint! Another interesting and understandable discussion regarding vaccines, different types, how they work and the level of testing they go through. Keep up the excellent work ladies! Nice to see strong women in science delivering information in a fun and straightforward manner!

KMFlores ,

Highly informative

I love this podcast. Melanie and Ana definitely know their stuff . I listen every week and learn something new every time I tune in. These women are funny as well .

Ed polo and science dad ,

Cheer to spitting on our friends

There was a lot of information but it was made easy to understand! Great job Ladies I really enjoyed the podcast!

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