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Mario Padilla (@Mario_J_Padilla) is the head Entomologist at the Denver Butterfly Pavilion (B_FlyPavilion) and he was nice enough to not only invite Dave and a friend for a tour but also to sit down at Kokopelli Brewing Company (with flights of beer courtesy of Hailey) and chat about butterflies, science, his love of bugs, and … Continue reading 195 – Entomology with Mario Padilla pt. 1

Conrad Romo continues a fascinating chat about his time in Scientology, how he eventually left, and some of the most bizarre aspects of his experience. Plus, he shares some odd music created by scientologists. Music at the end from Pearl Charles with Sleepless Dreamer.

You’ve probably heard plenty about it and maybe even seen a documentary or two, but hear what it’s like to be in Scientology first-hand from writer and salesman Conrad Romo, who was in for nearly 14 years long ago. How has it changed since this? What is the appeal? Find out about all of this … Continue reading 193 – Scientology with Conrad Romo pt. 1

Part two with therapist Rebecca Oachs dives further into her passion for providing support to children, her own mental health, and lots more. Music at the end from Broadcast with Come On Let’s Go.

Rebecca Oachs, MSW, LICSW, is a clinical supervisor for CTSS (Children’s Therapeutic Services and Supports), a licensed therapist with a Master’s Degree in Social Work, and a delight to chat with. She works at a community health center in Duluth Minnesota and was nice enough to spend time talking about providing therapy to young children … Continue reading 191 – Social Work with Rebecca Oachs pt. 1

Sheila Madrak and Dovi Kacev are back to continue a great chat about teaching science, determining what facts are, preparing for the future, and lots more. Does humanity have a chance? Listen and find out. Music at the end from Crumb with Fall Down.

Doc Mad is back, and she was nice enough to bring her friend, and fellow scientist Dov Kacev (@findingdovi) to chat about educating, Marine Biology, science in general, the future of the planet, and lots more. Join in with some Hoppy Pride Pilsner from Shipyard Brewing. A call to Dan Pritchard (@danfromorange) starts things off. … Continue reading 189 – Teaching Science with Sheila Madrak & Dovi Kacev pt. 1

JPL systems engineer Farah Alibay is back to chat more about her work, finding new suitable homes for humanity, asteroids, and why taking care of our own planet might be a good idea. Music at the end from Lee Fields and the Expressions with It Rains Blood.

Since Farah Alibay (@farahalibay) was last on the show, she has been involved in a number of successful and really cool projects at her job at JPL, where she is a systems engineer. She’s back to share some Forêt Belgian Saison and talk about what those were, exploring space, saving the planet we have, exploring … Continue reading 187 – Asteroids & Mars with Farah Alibay pt. 3

Is a civil war or World War 3 more likely? Or will humans come together as they struggle for survival in a harsh new environment? All that and more American History with PhD candidate Eric Krug over Day of the Dead Porter. Music at the end from Rose of the West with Roads.

Eric Krug is back to talk more about American history, and he’s now in a PhD program at Brandeis University focusing on the inter-war years. We talk more about World War II, the Great Depression, the current political landscape, and even some Game of Thrones (with no spoilers) over some Porter from Day of the … Continue reading 185 – American History with Eric Krug pt. 3

More with the great J. Elvis Weinstein (@jelvisweinstein) on life, art, what makes you happy, and how to pursue things that you love. With more Hazy Little Thing IPA. Music at the end from Krestovsky with Rainelle.

J. Elvis Weinstein (@jelvisweinstein) has been a part of some of your favorite comedy creations. He was the original voice of Tom Servo on Mystery Science Theater 3000, and he wrote for Freaks and Geeks. And beyond that, he’s a truly lovely person to chat with. He stopped by to share some Hazy Little Thing … Continue reading 183 – Bliss with J. Elvis Weinstein pt. 1

Jason Rabinovitch, a brilliant physicist who works at JPL (his views are his own), is back to chat more about space, putting people on Mars, exploring the Solar System, and lots more. We share some Super Cluster mega ale from Lagunitas and figure out what’s next for humans. Music at the end from Aldous Harding … Continue reading 182 – Rockets and Space Exploration with Jason Rabinovitch pt. 3

Old Austin pals Bryan Gutmann (@bryangutmann) and Doug Mellard (@dougmellard) stop by to have some Double Duckpin IPA, courtesy of Andy Chrest, and chat about their visit to the L.A. Natural History Museum and reminisce about old times. It’s a fun one. Music at the end from Hatchie with Stay With Me.

Jae Ellard (@Simplejae) is back to continue a fantastic chat over Guinness about Mindfulness, being present, staying productive and fulfilled, and so much more. Music at the end from Penelope Isles with Chlorine.

Jae Ellard (@Simplejae) is an author and teacher, but more than anything, she is a joy to chat with. She travels the world working with companies to help employees use the best tactics to work well together, stay happy, and enjoy their lives. She stopped by the share some Guiness and chat about this and … Continue reading 179 – Mindfulness with Jae Ellard pt. 1

Derek Hughes (@standupmagician) is back to talk more about magic and the craft of creating a great trick. What else goes into creating a great show? Derek gives some insight into the mysterious world of magicians. Music at the end from Barrie with Darjeeling.

Derek Hughes (@standupmagician) is a hilarious magician and genuinely delightful human being. What does it take to get into magic? What are some of the customs of the trade? How do magicians get along? Listen and find out all of this and even more. Music at the end from Sam Valdez with Farther Away.

Part two of a thoroughly fascinating chat with the great Demorge Brown. Music at the end from Hand Habits with Can’t Calm Down.