Here We Are

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Globetrotting and mind exploring comedian Shane Mauss interviews scientists each week on journey to answer the biggest questions about the meanings of life (as well as a bunch of other random stuff you never imagined you would care about). Favorite topics include: psychology, biology, evolution, cognitive biases, behavioral economics, mating, animal behavior, neuroscience, and the subconscious

31.07.2023

Hibernation w/ Frank van Breukelen

This episode comes from a conversation with the Director of Life Sciences here at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. His research focuses on hibernation! Why do animals do it? What's the difference between say... torpor and taking a nap? Could humans ever hibernate? Plus, we get to dive into some other fascinating research about fish species, specifically, the very cute pupfish, which somehow live in the desert! Learn more about Frank's work: https://www.unlv.edu/news/expert/frank-van-breukelen https://www.shanemauss.com/⁠ Thank you for watching and for being an inquisitive being.

1 ч. 7 мин.
17.07.2023

Astronomy and Planetariums w/ Andrew Kerr

Today, I sit down with Andrew Kerr, head of the Dale Etheridge Planetarium in Las Vegas! Andrew is an astronomer and physicist who received his PhD for his work on the Gravito-Electromagnetic Effect and the Cosmological Constant. In this episode, we talk about the state of planetariums, seek to understand the utility of constellations and star classifications, try to grasp the milestones and timescales that make up our universe, and project into the future of our solar system! Learn more: https://www.csn.edu/student-life/discover-csn/planetarium https://www.shanemauss.com/ Thank you for watching and for being an inquisitive being.

1 ч. 7 мин.
13.03.2023

Dung Beetles! w/Kimberly Sheldon

Today I'm at The University of Tennessee, Knoxville speaking with Kimberly Sheldon all about dung beetles! Kim studies the patterns and processes that determine the distribution of species and use this information to predict impacts of anthropogenic change on species and ecological communities. Learn more about Kim's work: http://www.biogeographyresearch.org/ https://eeb.utk.edu/people/kimberly-sheldon/ To find out how you can learn more, be involved, and maybe even help, head to http://www.nimbios.org/

1 ч. 4 мин.
02.03.2023

Virtual Education w/Shalaunda Reeves

Today I'm learning about virtual education and how technology is helping teach students about otherwise complex topics. Shalaunda Reeves holds a PhD in curriculum and instruction and her research interests focus on how people learn in virtual environments. Learn more: https://tpte.utk.edu/people/shalaunda-reeves-phd/ https://www.shanemauss.com/ Thank you for watching and being an inquisitive being.

1 ч. 12 мин.
23.02.2023

A (Very) Short History of Life on Earth w/Henry Gee

Henry Gee is the author of ‘A (Very) Short History of Life on Earth’ - winner Royal Society Science Book Award 2022 and more notably, one of Shane's favorite books :) Henry is a paleontologist, evolutionary biologist, and editor at Nature. He is also a hilarious, charming, wonderful guy who articulates the story of our existence in a poetic and accessible way. Learn more about him, his books, and his other writings here https://occamstypewriter.org/cromercrox/about-henry-gee/ The paperback version of this book is available for preorder now Listen to Henry's first appearance on the show here: https://www.herewearepodcast.com/episodes/episode-360-46-billion-years-in-2-hours-henry-gee

1 ч. 38 мин.
11.02.2023

Birdsong and City Noise

Birds, animal communication, evolution, environmental pressures, and human impacts. This conversation was very much in the Here We Are wheelhouse which made for a loose, funny, and fascinating episode! It was such a treat to talk with Associate Professor Elizabeth Derryberry in person at The University of Tennessee Knoxville https://eeb.utk.edu/people/elizabeth-derryberry/ . Her work on animal communication integrates behavioral and evolutionary ecology. We talked about how changes in city noise impact bird communication and what life in our modern world will mean for future migrations. Professor Derryberry also works with the National Institute for Mathematical and Biological Synthesis which has been working with our show to present more of their scholars and give listeners insights into what transdisciplinary approaches in mathematics and biology can mean for making a global impact. Check out their website to learn more http://www.nimbios.org/ Support the show on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/shanemauss where you can join game nights and other meetups. There you can join the community on discord and be the first to know about all things related to Shane’s many projects. Shane has some very special announcements next week regarding live shows! Make sure to tune in for Henry Gee’s second appearance as we discuss what roles mass extinctions, the Triassic period, and the evolution of the anus had in shaping life as we know it.

1 ч. 11 мин.
02.02.2023

La Crosse Virus

I've got some major life updates including a residency in Vegas at https://area15.com/ Sundays starting April 23. Tickets and details should be available by the end of the month. Stay tuned for more soon! This week Rebecca Tiffany Trout Fryxell talks about the La Crosse Virus. What is it? What does it do? How is it treated or prevented? Humans, animals, plants, and the environment are inextricably linked, with the health of one affecting the health of all. The One Health Initiative is Uniting disciplines to protect and promote the health of all life on Earth. To find out how you can learn more, be involved, and maybe even help, head to https://onehealth.tennessee.edu/ https://www.megabitess.org/

57 мин.
30.11.2022

Modeling a way out of Extinction

Today I'm at The University of Tennessee, Knoxville speaking with Dr. Paul Armsworth. Paul examines how conservation investment strategies and natural resource management policies can be made more effective by integrating ecological and socioeconomic models and data. Learn more about Paul's lab: https://www.armsworthlab.com/ Learn more about Paul's research: https://eeb.utk.edu/people/paul-armsworth/ Thank you for watching and being an inquisitive being.

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Excellent Podcast for Wide Range of People

13.03.2023

TysonWencl14

I absolutely love this podcast. It hits so many different audiences with science, comedy, philosophy, psychedelics and a wide variety of topics. Extremely informative podcast in a very engaging and digestible way. Some podcast have great information but told in such a way that can become boring or sleep inducing. Shane Mauss has nailed conveying wide and deep talks in a fun way that makes you want to listen to the next episode immediately. Thank you Shane for committing to doing this for us and widening our perspectives every week!
Dmt

21.08.2025

c c cd

Host goes from professional podcaster to “heady stoned sounding idiot” when they discuss dmt and their journeys… it really is a shame to devalue the importance of science and dmt’s relationship. There’s enough of that trope out there… move on. Wish he didn’t derail so much of his interview with Andrew and the work he is doing.
Great podcast

27.05.2022

spacecadet29

I have been listening for years! Nuanced and interesting conversations with experts in a vast array of scientific disciplines. Great balance - neither too dense nor too simplistic.
Great show

09.07.2022

HairyWhiteP

He was somewhat annoying with his schilling for the shots, despite overwhelming evidence to the contrary of their effectiveness. Still, he’s quite smart and the guests are interesting more often than not. I wish he’d leave his political views out of a “ science” show. He alienated several former fans I know.

Globetrotting and mind exploring comedian Shane Mauss interviews scientists each week on journey to answer the biggest questions about the meanings of life (as well as a bunch of other random stuff you never imagined you would care about). Favorite topics include: psychology, biology, evolution, cognitive biases, behavioral economics, mating, animal behavior, neuroscience, and the subconscious