Best Chatterbug Podcasts (2024)

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36. Old girls club 30:53

6M ago30:53

30:53

Join Blythe and Cassie as they discuss the challenges faced by women in STEM. They cover three major obstacles women are currently facing, and share some news articles. Also listen to learn about the spermatheca and Cassie's new MILF status! Check out our website www.thechatterbugs.com and follow us on tik tok and instagram @thechatterbugs DM us an…

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35. Buzzy updates 44:57

6M ago44:57

44:57

Join Blythe and Cassie over a glass of chardonnay as they give some buzzy updates over the last 3 months! YR3 has kicked their asses so listen to hear why and how they've overcome it! Blythe brings back her fun fact, Cassie's has her quote AND drops a bomb of a life update. Follow us on instagram and tik tok @thechatterbugs and check out our websit…

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34. Goodbye 2023 26:53

10M ago26:53

26:53

Join Blythe and Cassie over Starbucks as they say goodbye to 2023! They talk about their recent night out for NYE and who they kissed, and dive into their academic and personal resolutions! They also discuss why different alcohols affect people differently! Follow us on instagram and tik tok @thechatterbugs and check out our website www.thechatterb…

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33. Merry Bugmas part 2 27:52

11M ago27:52

27:52

Happy Holidays! Join Blythe and Cassie for Merry Bugmas part 2! Listen to hear new insect facts from your two favorite entomologists! How many muscles does a caterpillar have? What do humans, ants, and crows have in common? Do you eat before sex? Check out our website www.thechatterbugs.com and our instagam and tik tok @thechatterbugs DM us any que…

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32. DC Conference (recap) 32:27

11M ago32:27

32:27

Join Blythe and Cassie over a glass of red wine as they discuss their latest conference! They dive into how their talks went, why they flew in a day early, and Blythe teaches us about van der waals forces. Listen to hear about our near abduction, and Cassie's dress?! Follow us on instagram and tik tok @thechatterbugs and check out our website www.t…

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31. Dating disasters 33:59

12M ago33:59

33:59

Join Blythe and Cassie over a cup of Starbucks as they dive deep into their dating pasts! Listen to hear about Blythe dating twins, Cassie's first boyfriend, and their experience with terrible kissers. Check out our website www.thechatterbugs.com and our instagram and tik tok @thechatterbugs DM us any questions about grad school, subscribe, and tel…

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30. Debunking grad school misconceptions 36:35

1y ago36:35

36:35

Join Blythe and Cassie over a pumpkin spice latte as they return from their brief hiatus to debunk common grad school myths! They discuss their recent candidacy exams, and Blythe gives two fun facts. Do you have time to socialize in grad school? What's the financial situation really like? Is it worth it? They answer these questions and more! Check …

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29. Never have I ever 25:49

1y ago25:49

25:49

Join Blythe and Cassie as they play never have I ever grad school edition! Have you ever messed up dilution math? Spilled chemicals on the floor? Reused gloves? Or questioned your decision to go to grad school? They get into all of these and more! Check out our website www.thechatterbugs.com and our tik tok and instagram @thechatterbugs DM us any q…

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28. Manuscript writing 34:29

1y ago34:29

34:29

Join Blythe and Cassie over a glass of white wine as they break down how to write a manuscript! They discuss their recent publications, manuscript sections, and tips on how to write them. They also talk about freezing Cassie's head, getting married, and the calendar! DM us any questions about grad school, subscribe, and tell your friends! Check out…

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27. Would you rather? 31:29

1y ago31:29

31:29

Join Blythe and Cassie as they play would you rather graduate student edition! They discuss sinister chirality, Bloom helping Cassie's digestive health, and Blythe's old boyfriend wearing a thong. Listen to hear if they prefer hot vs cold labs, lab work or field work, and would you rather have a crush on a lab mate or mentor? Check out our website …

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26. Making (and keeping) friends 34:15

1+ y ago34:15

34:15

Join Blythe and Cassie as they discuss making friends in grad school and your 20s! They start the episode off with a friendship quiz to see how well they know each other before diving in to ways to make new friends and juggling friends while dating. Listen to hear how well they know each other! Check out our website www.thechatterbugs.com and follo…

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25. Grant writing 35:20

1+ y ago35:20

35:20

Join Blythe and Cassie as they talk about grant writing! They catch up after Cassie has been gone for 900 days, and Blythe is preparing for her upcoming qualifying exams. They discuss the different types of grants, tips to apply, and if they've ever won one. Hear about soft ticks looking like raisins, and Cassie falling asleep on someone (on a plan…

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24. Red flag or green flag? 42:54

1+ y ago42:54

42:54

Join Blythe and Cassie over iced coffee as they play red flag vs green flag Ph.D. student edition! Listen to learn more about sterile insect technique, shared lab etiquette, and sharing locations. Blythe reveals her BIGGEST pet peeve, and Cassie names a few crimson flags! Follow us on instagram and tik tok @thechatterbugs and check out our website …

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23. Research updates! 33:46

1+ y ago33:46

33:46

Join Blythe and Cassie over a glass of water as they discuss their last two weeks! Listen to a candid discussion about their research projects, Cassie's hunt for liquor, and why Blythe's experiments have been failing. They talk about their next steps, Dolly Parton, and Bill Clinton's hometown! Follow us on instagram and tik tok @thechatterbugs and …

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22. The 4 pillars (ish) 32:21

1+ y ago32:21

32:21

Join Blythe and Cassie as they talk about health and wellness! They catch up on being tik tok grandmas, Blythe's new pilates routine, and Cassie's recent vacation. Hear them discuss the important of mid-day strolls, portion control, and their most recent facebook stalking! Follow us on instagram and tik tok @thechatterbugs and check out our website…

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21. Happy Cinco de Mayo! 32:02

1+ y ago32:02

32:02

Join Blybear and Cassie and learn about their summer research plans! Hear about Blythe's plans in Miami, Cassie's new relationship, and why summer break is valuable time for graduate students. They hash out their manuscript competition, and debate being too old for tik tok! Follow us on instagram and tik tok @thechatterbugs and check out our websit…

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Urlaub in Österreich! ☀️ 27:27

1+ y ago27:27

27:27

Was sind die TOP-Urlaubs-Aktivitäten in Österreich?Kristyna erzählt dir, was du im Urlaub in Österreich machen kannst 😀

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20. Humans and insects 39:43

1+ y ago39:43

39:43

Join Blythe and Cassie over a cup of matcha as they discuss the similarities and differences between humans and insects! Hear about deranged squirrels, spiders in the club, and what would happen if a human molted. Follow us on instagram @thechatterbugs and check out our website www.thechatterbugs.com DM us any questions about grad school, subscribe…