Vaguely Scientific

Vaguely Scientific

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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."

Episode List

Vaguely Scientific #197: Embrace Your Hirsute

Mar 25th, 2026 7:00 AM

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

Vaguely Scientific #196: Different Sounds for Different Creatures

Mar 11th, 2026 7:00 AM

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

Vaguely Scientific #195: 300,000 Hamster Hours

Feb 25th, 2026 8:00 AM

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

Vaguely Scientific #194: Cool Is Just Stuck

Feb 11th, 2026 8:00 AM

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

Vaguely Scientific #193: Going Through Bird Town

Jan 28th, 2026 8:00 AM

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

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