Science of Smut

Science of Smut
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We're 3 ladies working in STEM who share an interest in romance books. We love to break apart ludicrous characters and scenes with a hint of scientific flair. Could these books really happen? We give your deepest fantasies the best chance of possibly becoming a reality! And we'll likely get sidetracked along the way! Grab a drink and come dive into the Science of Smut! Find us on TikTok! Instagram and Facebook coming soon! Email us at ScienceOfSmut@gmail.com.

  1. 06/24/2025

    A Court of Silver Flames by Sarah J. Maas

    What a sad day! On this episode, we're wrapping our Tour de ACOTAR with this episode on A Court of Silver Flames. We'll have another deep discussion about our hawt Illyrians, we'll talk about the House of Wind and its Priestesses in the basement, and finally we'll wrap up with the science of willy sizes. Get ready for this weenie roast! *************************************************** We're 3 ladies working in STEM careers who love romance books. We love to discuss the characters and scenes with a hint of scientific flair.  Could these scenarios actually happen?  Let’s see if our smuttiest desires could become a reality! Each episode is generally about one specific book or series.  Be warned, our discussions will almost definitely contain spoilers.  We’re also an 18+ adult podcast, so please go review the Trigger Warnings for the book or series we cover, they’ll likely be brought up during our research.  Your mental health matters! See resources below. While we all love science, our discussions are just for fun.  Please do not cite us as a source for your upcoming peer-reviewed dissertation.  Please don’t use any of our advice for medical or self care. So let's take it a little bit deeper and dive into the Science of Smut! Resources: Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Call 988  National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673 or hotline.rainn.org to chat  National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 or text LOVEIS to 22522  National Child Abuse Hotline: Call or text 1-800-422-4453  Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration Hotline: Call 1-800-662-4357

    1h 41m

  2. 04/17/2025

    Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros (Bonus Episode)

    ******BONUS EPISODE****** Surprise! It's a bonus episode-because we needed a break from explaining the science behind the smut to scream about Onyx Storm. Join us as we explore fan theories ranging from 'actually genius' to 'did you even read the book, Kyle?' Spoilers, chaos, and wild speculation await. You've been warned! ******************************************** We're 3 ladies working in STEM careers who love romance books. We love to discuss the characters and scenes with a hint of scientific flair. Could these scenarios actually happen? Let's see if our smuttiest desires could become a reality! Each episode is generally about one specific book or series. Be warned, our discussions will almost definitely contain spoilers. We're also an 18+ adult podcast, so please go review the Trigger Warnings for the book or series we cover, they'll likely be brought up during our research. Your mental health matters! See resources below. While we all love science, our discussions are just for fun. Please do not cite us as a source for your upcoming peer-reviewed dissertation. Please don't use any of our advice for medical or self care. So let's take it a little bit deeper and dive into the Science of Smut! Resources: Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Call 988 National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673 or hotline.rainn.org to chat National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 or text LOVEIS to 22522 National Child Abuse Hotline: Call or text 1-800-422-4453 Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration Hotline: Call 1-800-662-4357

    1h 34m

  3. 03/25/2025

    A Court of Frost and Starlight by Sarah J Maas

    Hello again fellow Smut Scientists! We're continuing our dissection of the land of Prythian. We'll look into all the holidays celebrated in the fae lands and how they compare to our familiar human traditions. We talk about Fisher-Price toys and macaroni art. We'll also compare a birchin to a merkin. And lastly, we'll mourn the epic 4-some that could have been...but wasn't. Thanks again, Janet. Don't worry if the sauna scene left you unsatisfied, we'll tell you where you can find the steamy story you deserve. ******************************************* We're 3 ladies working in STEM careers who love romance books. We love to discuss the characters and scenes with a hint of scientific flair.  Could these scenarios actually happen?  Let’s see if our smuttiest desires could become a reality! Each episode is generally about one specific book or series.  Be warned, our discussions will almost definitely contain spoilers.  We’re also an 18+ adult podcast, so please go review the Trigger Warnings for the book or series we cover, they’ll likely be brought up during our research.  Your mental health matters! See resources below. While we all love science, our discussions are just for fun.  Please do not cite us as a source for your upcoming peer-reviewed dissertation.  Please don’t use any of our advice for medical or self care. So let's take it a little bit deeper and dive into the Science of Smut! Resources: Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Call 988  National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673 or hotline.rainn.org to chat  National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 or text LOVEIS to 22522  National Child Abuse Hotline: Call or text 1-800-422-4453  Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration Hotline: Call 1-800-662-4357

    1h 19m

  4. 02/25/2025

    A Court of Wings and Ruin by Sarah J. Maas

    We're back at it again! Now we're tackling human flight. With what we know about biology and wing evolution, could it be possible for humans to fly? Could Azriel teach Feyre to fly? And speaking of our little Short King freak, what do we think he's up to in his spare time? Come join us as we look into SJM's A Court of WINGS (not war) and Ruin. **************************************** We're 3 ladies working in STEM careers who love romance books. We love to discuss the characters and scenes with a hint of scientific flair.  Could these scenarios actually happen?  Let’s see if our smuttiest desires could become a reality!Each episode is generally about one specific book or series.  Be warned, our discussions will almost definitely contain spoilers.  We’re also an 18+ adult podcast, so please go review the Trigger Warnings for the book or series we cover, they’ll likely be brought up during our research.  Your mental health matters! See resources below.While we all love science, our discussions are just for fun.  Please do not cite us as a source for your upcoming peer-reviewed dissertation.  Please don’t use any of our advice for medical or self care.So let's take it a little bit deeper and dive into the Science of Smut!Resources:Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Call 988 National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673 or hotline.rainn.org to chat National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 or text LOVEIS to 22522 National Child Abuse Hotline: Call or text 1-800-422-4453 Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration Hotline: Call 1-800-662-4357

    1h 25m

  5. 01/21/2025

    A Court of Mist and Fury by Sarah J Maas

    We were able to lure Kerry back into the studio for another episode in our journey through the ACOTAR books. We're going to look into Stockholm Syndrome in the Spring Court, we'll get an education while we read into illiteracy issues, then we'll end on a discussion about our super-sus bestie, The Morrigan. ************************************************** Overview: We're 3 ladies working in STEM careers who love romance books. We love to discuss the characters and scenes with a hint of scientific flair.  Could these scenarios actually happen?  Let’s see if our smuttiest desires could become a reality! Each episode is generally about one specific book or series.  Be warned, our discussions will almost definitely contain spoilers.  We’re also an 18+ adult podcast, so please go review the Trigger Warnings for the book or series we cover, they’ll likely be brought up during our research.  Your mental health matters! See resources below. While we all love science, our discussions are just for fun.  Please do not cite us as a source for your upcoming peer-reviewed dissertation.  Please don’t use any of our advice for medical or self care. So let's take it a little bit deeper and dive into the Science of Smut! Resources: Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Call 988  National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673 or hotline.rainn.org to chat  National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 or text LOVEIS to 22522  National Child Abuse Hotline: Call or text 1-800-422-4453  Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration Hotline: Call 1-800-662-4357

    1h 29m

  6. 01/07/2025

    A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J Maas

    We're back! It's after the holiday season and we're jumping into ACOTAR! We're going to look at the "real" inspirations for a bunch of SJM's fairies and monsters. I'll be real with you... there isn't a whole lot of science in this episode. It's mostly Kerry trying to hold back her opinions on this much-loved series. Come discuss Tam Tam and sweet Lucien with us! ******************************************************* We're 3 ladies working in STEM who love romance books. We love to discuss the characters and scenes with a hint of scientific flair.  Could these scenarios actually happen?  Let’s see if our smuttiest desires could become a reality! Each episode is generally about one specific book or series.  Be warned, our discussions will almost definitely contain spoilers.  We’re also an 18+ adult podcast, so please go review the Trigger Warnings for the book or series we cover, they’ll likely be brought up during our research.  Your mental health matters! See resources below. While we all love science, our discussions are just for fun.  Please do not cite us as a source for your upcoming peer-reviewed dissertation.  Please don’t use any of our advice for medical or self care. So let's take it a little bit deeper and dive into the Science of Smut! Resources: Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Call 988  National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673 or hotline.rainn.org to chat  National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 or text LOVEIS to 22522  National Child Abuse Hotline: Call or text 1-800-422-4453  Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration Hotline: Call 1-800-662-4357

    1h 29m

  7. 11/05/2024

    Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros

    On this episode, we discuss Iron Flame. We cover electricity and conduits in our scientific research and then jump into dragons, wyverns, and griffons for some un-sciency fun. Onyx Storm will be released January 2025, so we wrap up our discussion with some of our fan theories! We'll end on a completely unhinged variation of a "Hear Me Out Cake." Kerry's sanity might finally crack. *** The audio in the intro speech is a little off in this episode, but it clears up after the opening music! I'm sorry, I tried to fix it before! -Dani ******************************************************* We're 3 ladies working in STEM careers who love romance books. We love to discuss the characters and scenes with a hint of scientific flair.  Could these scenarios actually happen?  Let’s see if our smuttiest desires could become a reality! Each episode is generally about one specific book or series.  Be warned, our discussions will almost definitely contain spoilers.  We’re also an 18+ adult podcast, so please go review the Trigger Warnings for the book or series we cover, they’ll likely be brought up during our research.  Your mental health matters! See resources below. While we all love science, our discussions are just for fun.  Please do not cite us as a source for your upcoming peer-reviewed dissertation.  Please don’t use any of our advice for medical or self care. So let's take it a little bit deeper and dive into the Science of Smut! Resources: Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Call 988  National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673 or hotline.rainn.org to chat  National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 or text LOVEIS to 22522  National Child Abuse Hotline: Call or text 1-800-422-4453  Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration Hotline: Call 1-800-662-4357

    1h 28m

  8. 10/22/2024

    Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros

    Today we compare Violet to a sick kitten, jump into the fascinating study of apothecary and poison making, and finally we get into a deep discussion about hard wood...armoires. We're talking about furniture. ******************************************** We're 3 ladies working in STEM careers who love romance books. We love to discuss the characters and scenes with a hint of scientific flair.  Could these scenarios actually happen?  Let’s see if our smuttiest desires could become a reality! Each episode is generally about one specific book or series.  Be warned, our discussions will almost definitely contain spoilers.  We’re also an 18+ adult podcast, so please go review the Trigger Warnings for the book or series we cover, they’ll likely be brought up during our research.  Your mental health matters! See resources below. While we all love science, our discussions are just for fun.  Please do not cite us as a source for your upcoming peer-reviewed dissertation.  Please don’t use any of our advice for medical or self care. So let's take it a little bit deeper and dive into the Science of Smut! Resources: Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Call 988  National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673 or hotline.rainn.org to chat  National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 or text LOVEIS to 22522  National Child Abuse Hotline: Call or text 1-800-422-4453  Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration Hotline: Call 1-800-662-4357

    1h 38m
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We're 3 ladies working in STEM who share an interest in romance books. We love to break apart ludicrous characters and scenes with a hint of scientific flair. Could these books really happen? We give your deepest fantasies the best chance of possibly becoming a reality! And we'll likely get sidetracked along the way! Grab a drink and come dive into the Science of Smut! Find us on TikTok! Instagram and Facebook coming soon! Email us at ScienceOfSmut@gmail.com.

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  • Creator
    Science of Smut
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    16
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Science of Smut
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