Over Drinks: A Science Podcast

Co-Hosts Melanie Flores and Ana Silverstein
  • 5.0 (11)
  • LIFE SCIENCES
  • UPDATED WEEKLY

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.

Episodes

  1. 08/13/2021

    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

    1h 25m

  2. 08/06/2021

    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

    1h 7m

  3. 07/30/2021

    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

    1h 5m

  4. 07/23/2021

    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 recommendations, and realize a common theme amongst the Apollo 11 team members that may just be the key to living a long life.   Support the show

    59 min

  5. 07/16/2021

    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

    1h 11m

  6. 07/09/2021

    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

    59 min

  7. 07/02/2021

    Cheers to GM-Hoes

    In this episode, Ana and Melanie break down Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs)! From the history, to the technology, to the impact they have  on our daily lives.  Are we really 99% the same as a banana?  Are GM crops the way of the future or should they be a thing of the past? Listen this week to hear their drunk words and sober thoughts.  Support the show

    1h 7m

  8. 06/25/2021

    Cheers to Toxic Elephant Masculinity

    The topic of the day is Keystone Species! What is a "Keystone Species" and what do they do? What is the impact of getting rid of a keystone species from our environment? Do we all have the same memory from elementary school of someone mispronouncing the word "organism"? Ana and Melanie unpack it all here, over drinks.   Support the show

    1h 8m

  9. 06/18/2021

    Cheers to Pox Parties

    On this episode of Over Drinks, Ana and Melanie talk vaccines; what goes in them and what makes them work. From myths to one too many superhero references, listen in as they provide insightful and slightly tipsy commentary on a hotly debated topic. Support the show

    1h 36m

  10. 06/07/2021

    Cheers to Spitting On Our Friends

    On their first episode of Over Drinks: A Science Podcast, Ana and Melanie dive into all things Covid-19, the little bug that caused massive damage across the world. What is a coronavirus? How did this pandemic even happen? Can we go back to licking sidewalks and spitting on our friends yet? Let's break it all down right here.  Support the show

    51 min
  • 10 Episodes

5
out of 5
11 Ratings

About

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.

Information

  • Creator
    Co-Hosts Melanie Flores and Ana Silverstein
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    10
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Over Drinks: A Science Podcast
  • Show Website
    Over Drinks: A Science Podcast