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Vaguely Scientific
Our panelists answer audience-submitted questions that range from the serious to the ridiculous using as much science as they can muster! Hosts Jim, Derek, and a rotating panel use their expertise (or lack thereof) to tackle these questions in a manner that can only be described as "vaguely scientific."
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Chris to devise a plausible explanation why time machines don't get lost in space since Earth is continuously moving through space. Then, what would actually happen if someone stole the moon like Gru in Despicable Me?
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Chris
In this episode, Ryan joins us to drag the witches into the 21st century by upgrading their old brooms using other household items. Then, what on Earth happens if you send a werewolf to the Moon?
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Ryan
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Sierra to try and control our mood with food. It yields interesting results. Then, we try to get better at music using video games.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Sierra
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Joel to take a banana (for scale) and cause it to explode! Then, are the folks in musicals aware they're in musicals? That's a more complicated question than it sounds like.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Joel
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Joe to discover all of the fun and exciting ways that life would be different if Earth's gravity was halved. Then, we investigate how elaborate death traps in movies like Indiana Jones or Tomb Raider work... and if they actually would work.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Joe
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Jonathan to talk about some of the traits we might see in something that could theoretically evolve to live in outer space. Then, we look for examples of the ever popular sci-fi concept of the hive mind out in nature.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Jonathan
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by twenty of our panelists! We revisit some of the many questions we've answered over the last several years in a celebration of two hundred episodes.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Adam, Aly, Andy, Anne, Big A, Brian, Catherine, Chris, Dac, Dave, Hunter, Jeremiah, Joe, Joel, Jonathan, Justin, Mark, Ryan, Sierra, Sydney
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Ben Burns to discuss whether or not Rapunzel could happen. Yes, that's a very broad question. Then, could we domesticate bears?
Ben Burns is a regular on the Blood on the Clocktower Twitch and YouTube channels, and appears many other places that Blood on the Clocktower can be found!
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Ben Burns
In this April Fools Extravaganza, Jim and Derek are joined by Justin and Hunter to discuss short and sweet questions using as little science as possible. We've also got another round of Science Fact or Fiction and some of our delightful bot spam, so you don't want to miss this one!
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Justin, Hunter
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Dave to erase our memories. What were we talking about again? Then, is a Saiyan's power tied to their hair? I mean, surely it has to be, right?
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Dave
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Aly to listen very carefully for trees falling in the forest, even if there aren't any folks around to hear them. Then, we get grouchy because there are people out there who like things that we don't.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Aly
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Andy so that we can pit every animal in the world against one another to see who would win in a fight! Then, we do some math so that we can use all these hamster to generate electricity.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Andy
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Mark to go around a bunch of traffic roundabouts and see whether or not they're better than regular intersections. Then, we debate why 'cool' is the only word for 'cool' that is still 'cool.'
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Mark
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Sydney to try and figure out how many birds it would take to wreck an electrical line and cause a power outage. Then, we try to make honey without bees!
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Sydney
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Brian to talk about what might happen if the ratio of land to water on Earth changed in some way. Then, we drink deeply from the Fountain of Youth and explore the side effects.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Brian
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Jeremiah to try and figure out why gremlins hate airplanes so much. Then, how do stretchy superpowers like Mr. Fantastic or Plastic Man work?
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Jeremiah
In this festive holiday episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Joe to talk about what was going on with the Grinch when he went from being a jerk to being a nice guy. Then, how can we modernize Santa's transportation?
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Joe
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Joel to come up with the worst cures for insomnia. Then, we ponder whether or not a masked vigilante in our world would be able to keep their identity secret.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Joel
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Anne to discuss which appliances would be really obnoxious if a ghost inhabited them. Then, could we erase an entire species from the fossil record?
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Anne
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Dac to talk about the physics of Dragonball Z type energy beams. Turns out it's weirder than we thought. Then, if we had to hide a paperclip from a detective for an entire week, how badly would we do?
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Dac
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Mark and Spooky Dave to try and figure out how Freddy Krueger would kill us each individually. Then, why can't we kill slashers? It'd make our lives so much easier. And to round out our spooky episode, what scary media do we like best?
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Mark, Spooky Dave
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Chris because he knows a lot about explosions, and we need to use all of these weapons of mass destruction to terraform a planet. Then, how do we build a bridge across the entire ocean? It doesn't matter which ocean, really. Any will do.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Chris
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Jonathan to try and figure out why wood doesn't just melt when it gets hot. Then, we talk about the types of pain that a totally invulnerable person may (or may not) experience.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Jonathan
In this episode, JIm and Derek are joined by Justin and Aly to discuss whether we should build a separate internet. Honestly, it seems like a good idea on paper. Then, how can we make the labyrinth a more effective trap using modern technology?
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Justin, Aly
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Hunter to try and figure out why it's so doggone hard to take a good picture of the moon. Then, we look into some... unorthodox methods of generating electricity.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Hunter
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Mark to determine if the letter R is actually secretly a vowel. Then, what should pirates stick on their limbs instead of hook hands and peg legs?
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Mark
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Joe to discuss which Moon landing conspiracy theories are actually the most compelling. Then, could Sonic the Hedgehog actually breathe huge bubbles underwater to keep going?
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Joe
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Aly to discuss what Spider Man's Spider Sense actually is. Then, which real world animals have not yet been been the basis for a Pokémon yet?
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Aly
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Catherine to talk about what counts as a cat losing one of its nine lives? And why do they even have nine lives to begin with? Then, why does food taste different when it's microwaved compared to other cooking styles?
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Catherine
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Ryan to list all of the fictional towns on contemporary Earth that we would never want to live. Then, why does Mario die when the little timer runs out?
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Ryan
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Big A to crown a new king of the jungle! Then, how do we get good at rock paper scissors? We have a big tournament coming up.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Big A
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Dave to discuss whether mermaids lay eggs or give live birth. Furthermore, are they monotremes??? Then, what F-tier superpowers would we take? And how bad is F-tier really?
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Dave
We have some fresh new outtakes to share with everyone! These ones are (checks notes) three years old. Oops. Not so fresh anymore. You might have to dig into our back catalogue to figure out what we were talking about between episodes 92 and 104. Or not. They're fun either way!
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Jeremiah to figure out how they can walk on lava for fun (and maybe profit). Then, we try planting enough plants so that we can perpetually live in a sealed environment.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Jeremiah
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Joel to discuss which fictional tools, weapons, or other gizmos we would choose if we could have one. Then, would intelligent zombies be more or less dangerous than regular ones?
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Joel
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Sydney to discuss why the smoke from a campfire always follows you specifically. Then, what would OSHA look like in a world chock full of superheroes.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Sydney
In our 2025 April Fools Extravaganza, Jim and Derek are joined by Justin to answer our shortest and sweetest questions. We also play a game of Science Fact and Fiction and read through the best spam of all!
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Justin
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Sierra to discuss what we would put into a time capsule for future generations. Then, why does it throw us off when we hear our own voice echoed back to us through a headset?
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Sierra
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Anne to discuss whether or not it would be possible to actaully create Captain America in our world. Then, if we could sit down with three scientists of our choosing, who would we pick, and what would we serve? And how terrible can a scientist really be?
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Anne
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Brian to discuss whether or not a ghost could ride a human elevator. Clearly they can ride ghost elevators. Then, which movies would have wildly different outcomes if the characters had cell phones.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Brian
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Jonathan to determine how badly plummeting to the ground in an indestructible case might actually be. Then, can we make a perpetual motion machine? The answer won't surprise you.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Jonathan
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Mark to discuss why people like rhymes. Then, can we bolt an infinite number of horses to a carriage to make it go infinitely fast?
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Mark
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Chris to try and figure out how Merlin could have lived his life in reverse. Then, why do we continue to live in a place where the air hurts our face? Well, where else would we go?
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Chris
In this very festive episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Joe to discuss the different types of Frosties we might get if we change out his hat or emotions (or both). Then, could you make and live in a real gingerbread house? And finally, what obscure media would we turn into a Hallmark ornament? Also, do we even know any media that's particularly obscure?
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Joe
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Aly to discuss tomatoes as fruit, mushrooms as vegetables, and how multiple things can be true by stretching definitions. Then, we look at some of the best species team-ups in nature.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Aly
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Dac to try and figure out how Katamari balls in Katmarai Damacy stick everything together. Then, we examine the toy society of Toy Story.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Dac
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Big A to talk about how life might be different if we had perfect memory. Then, what appliances could we replace with animals like the Flintstones do?
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Big A
In this Halloween adventure, Jim and Derek are joined by Jeremiah and Spooky Dave to figure out how to scare someone so bad that their hair turns white. Then, how do skeletons move even though they have no muscles or any other connective tissue? And finally, what's the best way to hand out your trick or treat candy?
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Spooky Dave, Jeremiah
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Catherine to try and figure out why we are frequently wide awake at bedtime and super sleepy in the mid-afternoon. Speaking of sleep, we discuss how life might be different if humans could hibernate.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Catherine
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Justin and Aly to discuss what the world might be like if our moods directly affected the weather. Bring a poncho. Then, if we could go on a field trip with Ms. Frizzle, what would we want to go do?
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Aly, Justin
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Joel to discuss whether Krang from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles is secretly a Dalek from Doctor Who. Then, would we rather never have to sleep again or never have to eat again?
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Joel
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Sydney to figure out what would happen if we were literally all thumbs. On our hands, mind you. Not, like, our kidneys and shoulders and stuff. Then, it's time for the Animal Olympics! Which animal is doing what event against whom?
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Sydney
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Anne, who helps us to unlock our potential to communicate with animals. Or something like that. Then, what is the best piece of playground equipment? Objectively, of course.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Anne
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Mark to destroy Saturn's rings once and for all. Then, we desperately try to search through a print book by using Ctrl+F and come up short.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Mark
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Chris to try to pinpoint all of the dangerous near-Earth asteroids and destroy them! Or something like that. Then, we try to translate video game stat buffs over to the real world.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Chris
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Sierra to ponder how a raven is like a writing desk. Somehow there are more similarities than we thought. Then, we discuss how life might be different if humans were somehow able to photosynthesize.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Sierra
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Joe to discuss the types of jobs that AI would hate doing just as much as we do. Then, how can we more effectively harness all the wasted energy coming out of the sun?
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Joe
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Ryan to discuss how we could bring the sport of Quidditch into the real world. Then, would we rather fight 100 trilobite-sized Hulks or 1 Hulk-sized trilobite? The answer may not surprise you!
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Ryan
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Dave to discuss whether or not elevators are worthy enough to lift Thor's hammer. Then, we discuss what is more ridiculous--hollow Earth or flat Earth. Not that they're not both ridiculous.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Dave
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Jonathan to discuss which dinosaur species could cause the most ecological damage if we brought it back to life? Then, what is computer hacking really like?
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Jonathan
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Aly to talk about how delicious human-shaped creatures like Saiyans and elves must be. Then, we ascribe genres to our favorite animals.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Aly
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Dac to discuss which Pokémon could exist in the real world. Then, we flip that question on its head to talk about which animals could be Pokémon.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Dac
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Justin to answer those fun and silly April Fools-style questions. Oh, sorry. I meant to say that Mark and Jonathan are joined by Justin to answer those very serious and normal science-based questions.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Justin, Mark(?), Jonathan(?)
In this episode, Jeremiah joins us for the first time(?) to discuss how a shrink ray might work. Then, we try to determine how long a dead body could float around in outer space before decomposing.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Jeremiah
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Joel to discuss putting fun computer chips into our brains! Then, we take a deep breath and dive into a world where humans no longer had to breathe.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Joel
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Chris to discuss why we would want to program a computer to be good at chess. Then, we talk about non-carbon-based life forms and what those might look like.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Chris
In this episode, Big A returns to talk about what kinds of wild things would happen if the internet were to suddenly shut down. Then, we look at artificial islands and whether or not that whole thing is worth the effort.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Big A
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Adam to figure out how to jam humans into carnivorous plants. Then, we look at how fictional weapons were inspired by real weapons.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Adam
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Justin to discuss where Jörmungandr might be hiding. He's a beefy snek! Then, where's the nearest bear? It's much closer than you think!
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Justin
In this festive episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Anne to discuss what the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future get up to when they're not bothering Scrooge. They gotta keep busy somehow. Then, could there be a real snowball war?
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Anne
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Sydney to discuss all the different sizes of rocks. Riveting! Then, we contemplate what flavor our teeth are. Finally, what are we thinking about and, more importantly, how are we thinking about it?
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Sydney
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Joe to discuss why people say that everything tastes like chicken. Then, we analyze the anatomy of many sci-fi aliens.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Joe
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Mark to discuss what superheroes might work best to avert historical disasters. Then, we try to figure out what exactly volcanologists do.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Mark
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Brian and Spooky Dave to talk about why vampires drink human blood and not, say, a horse's blood. Then, could a War of the Worlds-style panic happen today? Finally, we discuss our favorite Halloween costumes of days gone by.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Brian, Dave
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Adam to discuss how humans might be able to get wings and if they could use them. Then, we talk about how stupid grass lawns are.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Adam
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Jonathan to discuss whether there's any relation between the Pokémon Kabutops and Scyther. Then, what kinds of weird powers could we gain if we were able to manipulate the elements of the periodic table in the same way cartoon characters can manipulate earth, fire, water, and wind?
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Jonathan
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Dac to try and figure out where Charmander's fire and Squirtle's water come from. Then, what would happen if Earth were to suddenly become flat? Everyone would probably die. But what else?
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Dac
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Justin and Aly to try to figure out what Scooby Snacks are made out of. Then, we tackle the most vital law enforcement question of our time: can a vampire cop enter your house without permission?
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Aly, Justin
Way back in Episode 88 (Justin: Time), we had actually planned and recorded a whole third question. However, we had so much other content from the first two questions that we had to cut it for time.
So here it is in all of its glory!
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Catherine to talk about viewing our dreams using fancy pants technology. Then, we exterminate all mosquitoes! But is that a very good idea?
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Catherine
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Sierra to discuss building a city on the bottom of the ocean. Then, we 3D print a delicious steak dinner!
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Sierra
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Andy because we're all earthworms now, and we need to decide the best place to live. Then, we get swallowed by a whale and have to figure out how to live in its stomach. It's been an eventful day.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Andy
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Dave to discuss what Peter Pan's pixie dust does to help people fly. Then, we go out in search of the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Dave
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Joel to talk about the weird things we tell kids to answer their seemingly easy questions. Then, we try to pave the world's roads in gold and/or cheese.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Joel
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Joe to discuss all of the ways that the sci-fi story The Wandering Earth would end just about all life on Earth. Then, we try to suss out why people like spicy foods so much.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Joe
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Mark to try to determine all of the ways King Midas would have died. Then, we pare down the alphabet, making it sleeker and more efficient.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Mark
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Ryan to try to figure out how a virus could make you act drunk like in some weird Star Trek thing or whatever. Then, we ponder whether or not Tony Stark is a mech pilot and if Iron Man is a mech.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Ryan
Hey, did you ever want to hear outtakes from episodes 79-91? Well good news! Now you can! Because this episode is the outtakes from episodes 79-91.
In this episode, Anne joins us to theorize whether or not there was an industrial civilization on Earth before us. Then, we tiredly discuss why we always try to discuss complex topics when we're tired.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Anne
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Aly to discuss whether or not humans can feel wetness. Senses are weird. Then, we try to bring extinct animals back to life! There's ethics, probably.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Aly
In this April Fools episode, Jim(?) and Derek(?) are joined by Justin and Jeremiah to play Science Fact or Fiction, answer inane questions that are mostly just song lyrics, and skim through the best blog spam of the year!
Panelists: Jim, Dere, Justin, Jeremiah
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Brian to try to calculate how many hit points the Earth has. Then, we try to figure out why Naruto and his friends run so weird.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Brian
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Joel to discuss how the Doctor's regeneration might work in a biological sense, and whether or not it would change their personality. Then, we dive into the Bag of Holding from D&D and try to figure that whole thing out.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Joel
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Jonathan to get really critical about the Ninja Turtles' diet of pizza and soda. Then, we think about whether or not any specific Scooby Doo gags are physically possible.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Jonathan
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Chris to discuss what exactly Metroids from the Metroid series are draining out of their victim. Then, we try to build a hydrogen bomb in Dungeons & Dragons.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Chris
We had to cut a lot of content from episode 114 because of time. So here's some of the best bits of Derek, Justin, and Jim talking about actual mythology, psychopomps, and culture!
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Justin to invent new modern deities that take control over our modern world. Then, we look at the Museum Go Round in Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood and try to figure out how people aren't violently thrown against the walls inside.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Justin
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Mark to discuss whether or not the colors that we see are the same as the colors that other people see. Whoa. Then, we try to figure out wether we'd get along with ourselves if we met ourselves. Whoa again.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Mark
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Big A to discuss how many birds (and other odd things) would be required to pull Santa's sleigh. Then, we explore decorating our tree in scientific, unorthodox ways.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Big A
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Jeremaiah to discuss how we could grow plants (such as watermelon) in our stomachs. Because that's a perfectly reasonable thing for someone to want to do. Then, we try to figure out what kinds of chemicals could turn your hair green and skin white like the Joker's.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Jeremaiah
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Marcus to discuss how things that we accept as normal get really really weird if you think about them for too long. Then, we get stranded on an alien planet and have to choose a select few objects to keep ourselves alive and/or occupied until we're either saved or dead.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Marcus
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Joe to discuss how we could use static electricity for industrious purposes. Also, we try to figure out how to force fictional characters to power our modern conveniences. Then, we look at whether or not a flying saucer would actually make a good vehicle.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Joe
In this frightening, and honestly a little greusome episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Spooky Dave and Sierra to try and figure out why people are so obsessed with serial killers. Then, we debate how many monsters you can be at once. Yes, you personally.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Dave, Sierra
In this frightening, and honestly a little greusome episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Spooky Dave and Sierra to try and figure out why people are so obsessed with serial killers. Then, we debate how many monsters you can be at once. Yes, you personally.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Dave, Sierra
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Anne to discuss how we might be able to tell how old a time traveler was. This includes their chronological age and how far removed they were from their starting point! Then, we try to figure out what remnants of human civilization might be discovered by future archaeologists after we've kicked the bucket.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Anne
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Anne to discuss how we might be able to tell how old a time traveler was. This includes their chronological age and how far removed they were from their starting point! Then, we try to figure out what remnants of human civilization might be discovered by future archaeologists after we've kicked the bucket.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Anne
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Dac to discuss whether or not it'd be better to mechanically or genetically agument oneself for various reasons. None of them are probably nefarious. Then, we discuss alternate methods that Link could have used to stop the moon from falling in Majora's Mask.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Dac
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Joel to discuss what human society might look like following an apocalypse. Then, we try to determine what the most likely "theory" of time travel might be.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Joel
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Justin and Aly to discuss how a cryptid hospital might be run. Then, we look at the age-old question: are birds dinosaurs? Finally, we keep the dinosaur train running by debating the largest dinosaur that a grizzly bear could defeat in combat.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Aly, Justin
We're about to wrap up our fourth year, so before we hit that season finale, let's look back to the end of our third year! These outtakes are from the summer of 2021, so they'll dredge up all those great memories.
We're about to wrap up our fourth year, so before we hit that season finale, let's look back to the end of our third year! These outtakes are from the summer of 2021, so they'll dredge up all those great memories.
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Kelly to discuss the most obvious examples of the Dunning Kruger Effect in fiction. Then, we ask the age old question: are ebooks better than paper books?
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Kelly
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Ryan to make the internet angry once again. In our first question, we discuss how Batman could defeat Darth Vader and the Hulk. Then, we try to figure out how to cook up some actual factual Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Ryan
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Chris to discuss how our world and its technology might be different if people had telekinesis. Then, we try to determine if a spaceship could ever travel faster than the speed of light. We end up hurting ourselves in our confusion.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Chris
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by special guest Adam Savidan to discuss whether or not we would use a superpower if we knew that it was going to run out one day without warning. Then, we try to figure out how the storks get all the babies they deliver.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Adam Savidan
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Jonathan to discuss the consciousness and memories of a brain transplant patient. Then, we try to figure out if a vegan would eat an Ent, which is apparently some kind of tree person from Lord of the Rings.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Jonathan
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Dave to discuss which superhero they would be if they had that mantle thrust upon them. Turns out most of their backstories are awful. Then, we try to deduce what kind of monkey Curious George is. To round out the episode, we look at whether or not gold is all that useful for our monetary systems.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Dave
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Marcus to discuss what changes we could make to a standard groundhog to allow it to actually predict the weather. Then, we contemplate what kinds of strange time systems aliens might have since their planet wouldn't necessarily have a convenient day/night/moon cycle.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Marcus
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Andy to discuss which body parts we'd really like to upgrade. Then, we try to figure out how the planet Namek from Dragonball Z could have three stars.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Andy
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Joe to discuss the pet frog black market, which would almost certainly arise if we banned them. Then, we try to invent Pokéballs so we can cram real animals into them. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Joe
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Catherine to discuss why Clifford the Big Red Dog's size is so inconsistent. It's because of the eldritch stuff. Then, we try to figure out if a song without lyrics can be funny all on its own.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Catherine
In this April Fools episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Justin to answer all those itty bitty nonsensical questions. And we answer them better than we usually do on the April Fools episode. Join us for all of that, plus Science Fact or Fiction and hilarious blog spam!
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Justin
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Dac to discuss the ethics of self-driving car accidents. Then, we try to figure out how to make espresso without an espresso machine. Can it even be done??
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Dac
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Aly to discuss what a dolphin civilization might look like, and whether or not they could even form one. We also get lost in some pop culture weeds, as usual. Then, we drain Loch Ness and find the monster! Maybe.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Aly
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Big A to discuss how one might go about launching someone into the sun if you, say, disagreed with them on the internet. Then, we try to figure out how hard it would be to find someone who was impersonating Bigfoot out in nature.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Big A
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Adam to discuss the oopy goopy innards of insects. They're more like us than you think! Then, we speculate about whether or not a giant hand made of ants could pick up a person and carry it away. Sounds like a great way to get ants in your pants.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Adam
In this episode, Justin joins us to talk about some of the best and worst examples of time travel in fiction. Then, we travel to Neverland and try to figure out why time seems so wonky there.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Justin
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Addison to discuss why octopi might really be here if they were, in fact, from outer space. Are they here as explorers? Scientists? An enemy vanguard? Hard to say. Then, we talk about how we plan on using flamethrowers and elaborate pulley systems to make D&D spells real.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Addison
In this extremely festive episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Anne to discuss whether or not the elves from Lord of the Rings sailed off the edge of the world, or if they became Santa's little helpers. Then, we try to make warm snow so that winter is a little less miserable. Finally, we discuss some of our favorite holiday traditions.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Anne
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Sierra to discuss what nutritional value a planet might have if someone were to, say, eat the entire thing. Then, we talk about 100% real fruit juice and why it's 100% real lies.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Sierra
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Jonathan to discuss blood types, and which blood letter grades score better on a blood test. Then, we talk about cryogenic freezing and why you shouldn't do that. Finally, we try to suss out whether Jedi are really any different than wizards.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Jonathan
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Marcus to discuss which celestial objects we're likely to colonize as a species, and which ones we are likely to blow up. You know, as a species. Then, we start adding extra mouths to our bodies, but first we have to figure out what to use them for.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Marcus
In this extra spooky episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Joel and Spooky Dave to discuss what ectoplasm even is. It's probably delicious. Then, we try to figure out why there are monsters under the bed and in the closet trying to scare me so bad.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Joel, David
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Chris to discuss what would happen if the Earth would suddenly stop rotating or if it should suddenly stop revolving around the sun. Everyone would probably die! Then, we talk about the Vulcan nerve pinch and how that might work.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Chris
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Joe to discuss whether or not the Flash can run up a 90 degree wall. You know, physics. Then, we look back on Turbo Teen, beloved 80's cartoon, and try to figure out how his whole body would work. It's messy. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Joe
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Kelly to discuss whether or not Miyagi-san's training in The Karate Kid would have been more effective if he wasn't so doggone elusive about what he was doing. Then, we ask whether or not a conspiracy theorist like Fox Mulder in The X-Files would ever actually get into the FBI.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Kelly
Now that we're barreling boldly into our fourth year, check out some of the best outtakes from the first half of our third year!
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Aly and Justin to discuss what might happen if you cross-bred a centaur and a minotaur, or perhaps a half-elf and a half-orc. Or really any weird fantasy pairing. Then, we eye up some of history's greatest pantheons of gods and determine which gods had realistic power sets and which ones did not.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Justin, Aly
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Brian to discuss the advantages and disadvantages of being left-handed. It's more than just buying the right scissors! Then, we take a look at Thor and the Human Torch and try to figure out how an average human could be modified to use those powers without dying horribly.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Brian
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joinedy by Adam to try to get to the bottom of the great vampire/werewolf wars. Will we broker peace? Of course not. Then, we look at the exploding Prinny characters from the video game Disgaea and try to find other exploding animals in nature.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Adam
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Catherine to discuss how one goes about reading a person. It's a bit more involved than stapling a note to their forehead! Then, we open wide and crack the enamel on one of life's greatest mysteries: why do we (only) have two sets of teeth?
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Catherine
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Jonathan to discuss Hobbit society, culture, and stature. Turns out they're short. Then, we look at the composition of dragon scales so that we may more effectively tell our dragon tales.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Jonathan
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Anne. We try to figure out the simplest way to convince folks that we were wizards if we should somehow go back in time. Then, we revisit the question as to why people seem so drawn to fortune telling. Granted, we do an immensely lousy job of defining what "fortune telling" is, but it leads to some interesting places!
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Anne
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Joe to discuss why blaster shots are visible in the Star Wars universe. Pew pew! Then, we use all these spare nuclear warheads lying around to make a pizza. The plutonium gives it that extra little zing!
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Joe
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Marcus to revisit an old question. Long ago, we asked what animal we would like to live as for 20 years. Now, we're discussing what strange habits and lifestyles we'd have picked up once those 20 years were up. Then, we add giant robots to all sports! It makes them better, I'm sure!
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Joel to discuss whether Star Trek transporters are actually secret murder pods. Then we try to figure out whether Thanos's snap in the MCU would actually accomplish anything resembling peace. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Joel
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Aly to discuss how society might be different if it was composed entirely of invisible people. And yes, we're just going to assume invisible people would work. It makes it easier. Then, we dive into a thought experiment as we discuss what our individual Pokémon gyms would look like. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Aly
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Big A to discuss what the "Wild West" of Mars might look like as our colonization efforts ramp up. Then, we discuss how one might go about playing Rocket League with real cars. Move over, Top Gear! Panelists: Jim, Derek, Big A
In this extra long April Fools episode, Derek and Jim are joined by Anne and Justin to completely mangle the scientific method and answer questions using as LITTLE science as possible! Science Fact or Fiction returns as well, along with a smattering of the best spambot posts of the year!
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Justin, Anne
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Chris to discuss which organs we should be taking out in order to streamline things in our bodies. Then, we suss out what would happen if magic were to suddenly become real in our modern age. The answer may not surprise you! Panelists: Jim, Derek, Chris
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Ryan to earn the internet's forgiveness. As such, we reconcile the differences between Star Wars and Star Trek (and decide who would win in a fight). Then, we build a quaint little life in a bottomless pit, falling forever until we run out of food and die. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Ryan
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Addison to discuss how best to arm oneself during the coming zombie apocalypse. Then, we get deeply metaphysical and philosophical when we try to forcibly enter... The Twilight Zone. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Addison
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Dac and David to discuss how the machines get the image data for our bodies and ascribe those to us in the Matrix. Then, we debate the ideal bonus limb and where it should go on our body. Panelists: Jim, Derek, David, Dac
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Aly to discuss which animal species should be uplifted to human intelligence. Then, we explain how one might stop an alien parasite from taking over their brain if you would want to do something that foolish. Also, we talk a lot about Animorphs. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Aly
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Adam to discuss whether or not you could use gemstones to enhance the power of a shield. Then, we try to figure out at approximately what age all of our immortal listeners will quit aging. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Adam
Start the year off right by listening to all the material that ended up on the cutting room floor from the back half of season two. Some of it's funny, some of it's interesting, and some of it is interesting AND funny!
In this festive episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Andy to brainstorm how to booby trap their houses to dissuade bandits from stealing presents. Then, we deduce what Santa's reindeer would become if they turned into their namesakes. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Andy
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Joe to discuss whether or not Protista should be a kingdom. Then, we discuss whether or not Pluto should be made back into a planet. So basically the same question, but on a matter of scale!
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Joe
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Jonathan to discuss how our favorite sports would be different if the forces that affect our universe were to change. Also, we don't have favorite sports and don't know anything about sports. Then, we talk about something we do know about: cats!
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Jonathan
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Brian to discuss how to perform a suplex when in zero gravity. Then, we discuss the respective digestive tracts of Kirby and Yoshi.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Brian
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Dave and Marcus to discuss why vampires can't be seen in a mirror, which is odd when you think about how well coiffed their hair always is. Then, we try to figure out how to become mad scientists (not that we weren't already). Finally, we spill our guts out about some of our own irrational fears.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Dave, Marcus
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Anne to discuss whether or not Birnam Wood could actually come to Dunsinane as it does in Macbeth (and other ways it might have gone down). Then, we take a look at some of the lost cities of the world and try to figure out whether or not they actually existed.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Anne
In this bonus episode, Derek sits down and attempts to analyze the sudden dramatic increase in interest in fortune telling.
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Big A to discuss what Back to the Future Part 2 actually predicted correctly. Then, we go back in time and kill as many people as possible to create huge tangents in our timelines!
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Big A
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Sierra to try and determine just how much food someone can eat until they explode. Then, we take a look at what might happen if a group of people are filmed for years on end.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Sierra
It's Labor Day (at least in the US)! Cap off your long weekend with some of our outtakes from the first half of our second year.
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Aly and Justin to attempt to dissect (figuratively) the anatomy of a mermaid. Then, we dive deep into the world of cryptids to determine which one is most likely to exist out there.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Aly, Justin
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Kelly to discuss the logistics of finally getting that Death Star built so we can blow up Uranus and finally end that dumb joke. Then, we try to figure out how many bugs Simba would have to eat to stay alive during lion adolescence. It's a lot.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Kelly
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Chris to discuss all the spectacular ways we could stop our most severe weather. Bring along your favorite thermonuclear device for this one! Then, we try to figure out how to make sleep obsolete, because it's a really pointless pastime.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Chris
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Adam to discuss whether or not you could cut straight through a tree with a sword. Don't try this at home! And if you do, don't blame us. Then, we put mecha vs. mecha in a fight for mobile suit superiority. Who will come out on top?
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Adam
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Justin to discuss which magic systems in fiction are the most realistic. Then, we veer way off on a tangent about stage magic that's both enlightening and riveting! To round out this extra long episode, we revisit multiple heads and try to dissect the mess that is the chimera.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Justin
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Addison to finally crack the UFO conspiracy wide open. We take a look at all the different things UFOs could be if they weren't aliens. Which of course, all of them are, right? Then, we dive back into the world of experience points to determine how many levels one might gain if they were an executioner beheading people all day long.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Addison
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Big A to try and figure out how the Rocketeer from the eponymous movie/comic book doesn't burn his stupid legs off. Then, we try to figure out what body mods we'll have to buy to safely ingest poison.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Big A
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Dac to discuss why some music automatically makes you feel sad. It's not all about the lyrics! Then, we discuss addictive video games and watch those clicker numbers go up and up.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Dac
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Aly and Jonathan to discuss the wild, confusing, and hamfisted world of Pokémon type matchups. Then, we take a look at how the carnivorous Furby hunts its prey in its natural habitat.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Aly, Jonathan
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Dave to discuss exactly how Fire Flowers from Super Mario games are supposed to work. Not well, apparently. Then we get real metaphysical while trying to determine if our universe is merely a simulation.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Dave
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Ryan to celebrate the Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy! We talk about using time travel to make a fast buck, we pin down the question that goes with the answer '42,' and we determine that two heads are better than one unless your second head is useless like on a certain president of the galaxy.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Ryan
Vaguely Scientific Labs is always innovating, experimenting, and fumbling about. Join us, won't you, as we take a look back at where we've been and how it led to where we are now.
In this episode, Jim(?) and Derek(?) are joined by Justin to tackle some of those great April Fools questions we've stockpiled over the last year. Also, we drop in some great science facts mixed in with more science lies!
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Justin
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Chris to discuss what swimming in a zero gravity pool would be like. It sounds pretty sweet. Then, we dive right back into body horror as we discuss what life might be like for humans with beaks.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Chris
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Anne to discuss what the distant future of Middle Earth will look like. I hear it's literally Star Wars. Then, we pit mounted knights against centaurs in the ultimate battle of horse/person and horseperson.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Anne
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Marcus to discuss the most ridiculous doomsday scenarios ever devised in a James Bond movie. Then, we all become animals for 20 years, but we get to decide which one we become. What will give us the best chance for survival, happiness, or overall enjoyment?
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Marcus
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Andy to discuss what might happen if everything in the universe were to double in size. As usual, we would all probably die. Then, we kitbash different animals together to make some truly outlandish hybrids.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Andy
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Jonathan to discuss how eye lasers work, both the kind that zap your lens and the kind that zap outwards towards other people. Then, we get into a deep philosophical debate about colors and how they're entirely pointless.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Jonathan
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Ryan to discuss whether or not we should chat with all those wild aliens that we've definitely for sure found. Then, we mash together Star Wars and Star Trek just to spite the entire internet. We can feel your hatred...
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Ryan
Happy Near Year! To help you ease into the new year, enjoy these outtakes, which were wisely clipped from episodes 14-26.
And remember, hindsight is 2020.
In this episode chock full of good tidings, Jim and Derek are joined by Big A to tackle your holiday questions. First, how could we safely turn a reindeer's nose into a 30,000 W light source? Then, we tackle Dr. Seuss's greatest riddle: how do you stop Christmas from coming? Panelists: Jim, Derek, Big A
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Addison to discuss the benefits of practicing werewolfery, either involuntarily or as a trade. Then, they dig deep to figure out where fantasy monsters are getting all of that sweet, sweet loot. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Addison
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Chris to discuss the practicality, consequences, and tragedies of building a dome over a city. Then, we journey to Duckburg to try and figure out how Scrooge McDuck dives into that money pit without shattering every bone in his body. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Chris
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Aly to discuss how aliens discuss things. Then, we blow the lid off of the flu shot conspiracy (spoiler: there isn't one). Finally, we cap off the episode by talking about how bad everything would be if water stopped behaving in all the strange ways water behaves. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Aly
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Justin and David to discuss more spooky tales of terror! This year, we figure out which animals would make the best and worst familiars for a witch. Then, we revisit last year's question in which we updated movie monsters to be more realistic. This time, we tackle Frankenstein's monster, the invisible man, and the creature from the black lagoon. Panelists: Jim, Derek, David, Justin
Halloween is quickly approaching, so what better time to return to Gotham City and discuss some of the greatest villains Batman has ever faced. This was originally part of episode 27, but there just wasn't enough time to include it. Enjoy!
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Sierra to discuss how we can pipe food into our houses and completely cut out human contact forever. Yay! Then, we try to figure out how to swap out these cheap, human bones for some slick metal ones. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Sierra
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Jonathan, who helps them to figure out how to convert hit points and fall damage to the real world, since we have no practical way of gauging how much damage a person would take falling out of an open window, I guess. Then, we uncook an egg for science! Panelists: Jim, Derek, Jonathan
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Dave and Justin to celebrate Batman's 80th birthday! To celebrate, we discuss whether or not someone could actually become Batman. Then, we discuss the stupidest gadgets the Dark Night has ever used in the line of duty. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Dave, Justin
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Marcus as they discuss which animal deserves to take the top spot on planet Earth after humans get our stupid selves killed. Then, we dive into the deep lore of the Weather Girls' Song "It's Raining Men" to really figure out what the ramifications of such an event would be. It's bad.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Marcus
Jim and Derek are joined by Aly to discuss why we haven't viciously stamped out that longtime scourge to mankind--the common cold. Then, we try to figure out the Xenomorph and how it achieves such an impressive kill count without actually having to see any of the things it's doing.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Aly
Jim and Derek are joined once again by Andy to discuss what's inside of everyone's favorite pink puffball/eldritch horror: Kirby! Then, we try to figure out why people can't tell that Clark Kent is Superman. I mean, it's so obvious, right? Panelists: Jim, Derek, Andy
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined once again by Addison. He's finished with his time travel shenanigans and has returned to discuss a future in which Google shutters its doors overnight. Oh no, my spreadsheets! Then, if you eat something that grew in the garden you buried that body in, are you a cannibal? Panelists: Jim, Derek, Addison
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Big A to discuss the different ways we might go about colonizing the moon to build our first cheese factory. To keep the moon theme rolling, we tackle the conspiracy that the moon is artificial which, spoiler alert, it's not. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Big A
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by David to discuss the scienceiest science of them all: English literature. Specifically, we debate the notion that Hamlet's madness had any method to it. Then, we have a genie infestation, and we really need to try to figure out what to store them all in. Panelists: Jim, Derek, David
In celebration of the first day of summer, we dust off some of the best outtakes from the first six months of the podcast!
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Ryan to discuss how putting your brain in a robot body would get you exiled from both human society and robotkind. Then, we delve deeper into the world of beep boops by deciding if we want to be a cyborg in a fantasy setting or a wizard in a sci-fi one. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Ryan
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined once more by Marcus to discuss what would happen if all of the water in the world froze. Brr! Then we discuss what kinds of tools we might be able to cobble together out of ice since that's all we're really going to have access to after this cataclysm. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Marcus
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Justin to discuss how to bring the diabolical weather machine from General Hospital (yes, the soap opera) to life! Then, we contemplate the anatomy, vocal skills, and communication prowess of the Egyptian gods.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Justin
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by David to really drive home the point that everyone's voice is garbage. Then, we get topical by discussing what might happen in a world where superheroes actually existed. Panelists: Jim, Derek, David
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Aly to discuss what would happen if animals and humans lived side by side as best friends and we trained them for horrible battle. Then, we chat about some of the coolest mythological creatures and their real world counterparts. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Aly
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Justin to discuss a smattering of smaller questions, from the true identities of the hosts to the myriad reasons why you're sandwiching wrong. Laugh, cry, and have other approximately human emotions along with the cast on this lovely April Fools episode. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Justin
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Big A to discuss whether or not clones count as people. We keep that theme rolling into question two, where we look at whether or not we can hack our genetic code so that we're even better than we already are.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Big A
In this episode, Addison returns to face his greatest challenge--a trip back to the Jurassic to survive as long as humanly possible. Then, we try to unearth the secret origins of the technologies supplied to us by the Men in Black. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Addison
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Jonathan to discuss all the different ways that dragons can kill people with their breath. Then, we round out this episode by taking a trip to the cubed planet and smoothing over its gravitational issues. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Jonathan
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Marcus to discuss whether it's a good idea to fundamentally and catastrophically alter the mass balance of the Earth system. It's probably fine. Then, we give the DC superhero Animal Man a power boost to rival any Silver Age power creep. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Marcus
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Anne to discuss the perfect, utopian world of self-driving cars, in which I can sleep an extra 45 minutes every day! Then, before we can slay a dragon, we have to make sure we're not violating any endangered species acts.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Anne
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined once again by Aly and Justin to discuss how very badly put together centaurs really are. Then, we answer the age-old question: is there Life On Mars? And finally, we take a hard, scientific look at how Bigfoot's appearance on the world stage would change everything forever.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Aly, Justin
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined once more by Big A to discuss some of the hottest holiday questions around. First, is Frosty's consciousness transferable, or can you mass produce a snowman army with his top hat? Secondly, just how does Santa get to every house in one night? And finally, we round out the episode with some holiday cheer when we discuss which seasonal tunes are our favorites.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, Big A
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Addison once again to discuss whether or not Earth would go to war with its space colonies. Spoiler alert: Yes. Then, we try to figure out how to read all the juiciest gossip straight out of someone's mind. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Addison
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by AndyBeef and attempt to reconcile Star Wars and Star Trek physics and (hopefully) get to the space mall before it closes. Then, we really want mechs, so we brainstorm all the different ways we can shoehorn them into our reality. Panelists: Jim, Derek, AndyBeef
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Aly and immediately solve the mystery of Atlantis. Great job! Next, we make personal attacks against the stupidest animals in the world, no matter how cute, cool-looking, or action-packed they actually are. Panelists: Jim, Aly, Derek
In this spookiest episode yet, Derek and Jim are joined by Big A and David to discuss ghostly range. Then, we drag vampires and werewolves kicking and screaming into Hollywood's 21st century. To round things off, we come face to face with the scariest animals in the world. Panelists: Jim, Derek, David, Big A
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Justin to discuss what would happen if we took control of the moon and bent it to our wills. Then, we leave Earth altogether to discuss the wild and wonderful body plans of aliens. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Justin
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Addison to discuss why all of those giant movie monsters people in rubber costumes always move so slowly. Then, Addison gets really upset when someone calls dancing stupid. Finally, to round out our episode, we set fire to the entire space station. Panelists: Jim, Derek, Addison
In our pilot episode, we discuss whether or not anyone would have bothered to invent guns in a world of magic. Then, we weigh the merits and demerits of launching a horse into space. Panelists: Jim and Derek