Ologies with Alie Ward

Ever since coming out as trans I have been wondering what exactly made me the way I am. I mean, I accept myself and love myself - that’s not a problem. But I’ve just wanted to know on a, DNA/cellular level, just what *exactly* happened to make me this way??? And maybe I was looking for a little validation - some proof that could be presented to people who cannot fathom why anyone would “choose” to be trans - that it isn’t a choice, it isn’t something “wrong” with us, and that being EITHER cis or trans is as natural as being dark or light skinned, blonde or brown haired, have freckles or not, be tall or short, green eyes or blue, etc., etc., and that, furthermore, no one person is “completely” cis or trans, but rather that it is a very complicated set of variables all interplaying in a dense and intricate symphony of biochemistry, genetics, influences, and environment that makes up our entire identity, sexual, gender or otherwise. And this podcast *delivers* in its episode about neuroendocrinology. The two-parter about black holes is f-ing awesome too. If you like science and have lots of curiosities about science in general, this is a perfect podcast for you. I love the hostess, she’s funny and very engaging and relaxing to listen to, and is a gifted interviewer. ❤️❤️❤️

I had been dreading this appointment, but with Alie in my ear, I was able to stay calm and distracted while having some major dental work done. Thanks Alie! 🖤 🦷🧪

The aphant in me knew your voice. It was driving me bonkers. You’re our household best friend from Brainchild, always coming in with the cool science facts. Since then, I thought you were so cool on TV that I tuned into an episode of Ologies with Katie Mack and loved it. Then I found the Maritime Archaeology episode, and it completely blew me away. It touched on so many points I work with in maritime software. Thanks for such a wonderful show! I haven’t listened to Smologies yet, but I will with the kids.

I've listened to Ologies for years now, and today, when the latest episode wouldn't download, I felt what it would be like if I couldn't listen again. It felt...not good. Fortunately it was only a momentary glitch in space-time so all's well and I'm learning about seaweed now just like the universe and Alie intended, but it reminded me that it was past time to leave a five-star review of this gem and say thank you. So now that's fixed too!