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Life is a science, literally and figuratively. In this podcast, we explore the nuances of our lives, socially and scientifically, and even the ways that they intersect. Hosted by Dr. Raven Baxter, also known as Dr. Raven the Science Maven, The Science of Life podcast hosts biologists from the entire spectrum of science, from geneticists learning about what makes us who we are, to astrobiologists searching for extraterrestrial life, from understanding relationships through the lens of animal ...
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How many times have we said, "Well, it's not like it's rocket science." Well, TODAY is your lucky day! Today it IS rocket science, and we have none other than aerospace engineer Naia Butler-Craig to hold our hand while teaching us one of the toughest subjects. Today we're learning rocket science.By Raven Baxter
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In this episode, I talk with CEO of PolyBio Research Foundation, Dr. Amy Proal, who is a microbiologist passionate about advancing science in a way that we understand the roots and drivers of the chronic illnesses that impact millions of people every day. We talk about everything from persistent pathogens, to breaking down elitism in science, and s…
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Meet my partner, Dr. Ronald Gamble, Jr.! Ron is a theoretical astrophysicist at NASA, and one of my biggest supporters. While waiting for our previous guest, Dr. Tiara Moore, to arrive, Dr. Ron took the hot seat to tell us all about BLACK HOLES and his research. He'll be back on soon! If you have any questions for Dr. Gamble to share on his full ep…
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In this special episode, I interview Dr. Tiara Moore, founder and CEO of Black in Marine Science (BIMS). We discuss the groundbreaking birth of the BIMS organization and the importance of creating equity in marine science. Dr. Moore shares her experiences as a trailblazer in the field and the challenges she has faced. We also delve into the concept…
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This episode, I'm chatting it up with Dr. Dan Baldassarre, an expert in the behavioral ecology of birds. We discuss the fascinating world of birds, including their adaptations, courtship behaviors, and vocalizations. We also explore the connection between birds and dinosaurs, as well as the cultural and societal influences on bird behavior. From th…
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In the exciting debut episode of "The Science of Life," Dr. Raven Baxter kicks off an exhilarating journey into the heart of life sciences, intersecting with the raw truths of social sciences. This episode features a fascinating conversation with Dr. Anastasia Shavrova, a trailblazer in the study of sex evolution and sexual conflicts among animals.…
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Welcome to The Science of Life! Join multi-award winning molecular biologist and science communicator Dr. Raven Baxter, a.k.a. The Science Maven, as she delves into the living wonders of our world and beyond-- through both a technical and social lens, catering to science enthusiasts, curious minds, and anyone seeking interesting topics to explore. …
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The Dope Science Show Podcast is a science lifestyle podcast that discusses science, indie film, music, politics and everything in between. Making science an everyday conversation. We are all dope scientists! In this episode we hang out with me, your host, Stephany Lowe and Jess Waters. Jess is a Black non-binary TV writer who writes stories about …
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Science lifestyle podcast that discusses crowdfunding , indie film, music, politics, randomness , education and everything science. We are all dope scientists! In this episode, our host Stephany Lowe and Raven Baxter aka Raven the Science Maven discuss the strength and freedom found in staying true to your authentic self. @RaventheScienceMaven is a…
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Hi all my Dope Scientists! Myself, Stephany Lowe aka ScienceStuffWithSteph reads and discusses science articles. I also share random stories from my life:) This week's article is titled: " Brain structure linked to hallucinations and musical aptitude" Summary: New research links brain structure to an individual's likelihood of experiencing hallucin…
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Hi all my Dope Scientists! Myself, Stephany Lowe aka ScienceStuffWithSteph reads and discusses science articles. This week's article is titled: "Forgetting uses more brain power than remembering". Summary: Choosing to forget something might take more mental effort than trying to remember it, researchers discovered through neuroimaging. Here is the …
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Science lifestyle podcast that discusses crowdfunding , indie film, music, politics, randomness , education and everything science. We are all dope scientists! In this episode, Stephany and stand up comedian Meechie chat it up about the sex habits of octopuses and what happens when you give them MDMA. Stephany shares a personal story about the time…
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I talk about my Thanksgiving, Trumpism, voting this year and reading about termites:) Cell Press. "4,000-year-old termite mounds found in Brazil are visible from space." ScienceDaily. ScienceDaily, 20 November 2018. .Background Music: pyramidskeme.com/tracks : 18th Floor--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-dope-s…
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I talk about my Dia de los Muertos weekend. From hanging with my mom at art museums, viewing alters to going to a party in a comic book store with the Stranger Comics community and ending the night with a creepy swinger Lyft driver. Oh yeah and I also talk a little about an article that I read about the hormone Kisspetin and how it may influence se…
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Steph and Natalie discuss growing up in the Inland Empire, a vast southern California area outside of Los Angeles. They both share how living with anxiety helped them find their creative passions. Natalie also shares her story of how she dug deep and put in the real work with her team to direct and produce her first feature film, The Extraordinary …
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Steph and Natalie discuss growing up in the Inland Empire, a vast southern California area outside of Los Angeles. They both share how living with anxiety helped them find their creative passions. Natalie also shares her story of how she dug deep and put in the real work with her team to direct and produce her first feature film, The Extraordinary …
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I chat with Eric Randolph about transplanting memories and why he does not code switch.Magna Cum Laude Bachelors of Science in Marine Biology :University of West Florida. Former ecotoxicological researcher for the Environmental Protection Agency studying the effects of chemicals of emerging concern within the Great Lakes region. Ph.D. candidacy at …
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Black Hair Unwrapped Black hair stories, science and technologyHow to submit a story Call (641) 715-3900 Extension 393047#oremail: thedopescienceshow@gmail.com Tell a personal story choose prompt A or B or both promptsStories should tell us:-Who-When-Where-What happened?-What did your hair style look like?-Bring me home, how does the story end? We …
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I chat with science writer Rebecca Coffey about her new book, Science and Lust. You can buy book here: www.scienceandlust.comSCIENCE AND LUSTHeadlines suggest humans have become a mindlessly lust-driven race. Hmmmm. Have we always been that way? And, if so, can intelligence and culture ever save us?To answer such questions, SCIENCE AND LUST, a new,…
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-Birthday Weekend Recap -Dream Photo Shoot by my fav photographer, Lars, @kommienezuspadt, check my IG stories, BeingGlam, @sciencestuffwithsteph -Invited to be a speaker at the 2018 Writers Convention in Washington DC- https://sciencewriters2018.org/speakers?field_speaker_lastname_value=Lowe&field_section_value=All -National Institute of Standards…
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I had the pleasure to speak with Prof. Ramesh Laungani! He is an Associate Professor of Biology at Doane University in Crete, Nebraska. His scientific research focuses on the impacts of both climate change and climate change mitigation strategies in grasslands. Specifically, he and his students examine how adding a substance called biochar to grass…
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In this week's recap, I discuss the following:1. Guest Spot on the Sexual Flavas podcast- https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/sexual-flavas/id1212179067?mt=2 2. Guest Spot on The Man Child Podcast- https://anchor.fm/two-people-two-podcasts 3. Head's up new episode with Ramesh Laungani (@DrRamBio) coming next :)4. Game Theory- H. Lee Moffitt Cancer …
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1. Keven Stonewall- Episode 352. Desi Sanchez (@thedesisanchez on Instagram) , features me on the Grindhouse Radio, http://www.thegrindhouseradio.com/ , show coming soon! 3. Johns Hopkins Medicine. "Beef jerky and other processed meats associated with manic episodes." ScienceDaily. ScienceDaily, 18 July 2018. www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/07/1…
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I was so happy to have the opportunity to sit down with Keven Stonewall. I saw a story about how his research is leading the way for a cure for colon cancer. I was struck by his story; a kid from Southside Chicago makes a breakthrough in cancer research. I really wanted to learn more. So here we are:)Follow Keven Stonewall- IG and Twitter @thatkeve…
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Chicago recap and my experience producing stories with You Had Me At Black. I also discuss Akon's cryptocurrency and the city he is building in Senegal. Say what?! I suck it was Black Tech Unplugged- Dena thank you! Subscribe to her podcast it covers black millenials in tech- https://blacktechunplugged.com/ Listen to Hannibal's podcast, it is so go…
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I am really fascinated by spiders. So this is some rambling about recent spider research I have read.1. Spiders cly using electric charge in the air-http://fortune.com/2018/07/06/spiders-ballooning-flying/2. Spiders extend their cognition beyond their brain, it is in the web- https://www.quantamagazine.org/the-thoughts-of-a-spiderweb-20170523/--- S…
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Hi you guys! We have a new episode of #TheDopeScienceShowPodcast. I had the wonderful opportunity to chat with neuroscientist Yewande. We talk about her love for house music and most recently Afrobeats. She curates a monthly playlist on soundcloud called No Wahala. We discuss our favorite dance spots in LA and what inspired her to move from London …
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First show of season 2! It is Black History Month and I have the honor to share a conversation with award winning filmmaker Chris Everett. We talk about his award winning documentary "Wilmington on Fire". "The Wilmington Massacre was a bloody attack on the African-American community by a heavily armed white mob with the support of the North Carolin…
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This is a super nice Sunday conversation with Danny from the podcast "Where my Killa Tape At?'". We chat about his podcast, science, bio-hacking, capoeira and what we both liked about Black Panther. Follow Danny: Twitter: OmisPodcast and DanTresOmi Podcast: Where My Killa Tape At? Music: Kendrick Lamar, SZA - All The Stars My recommended bra for bi…
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A chill Sunday morning conversation with Claudia, aka The Nano Tech Girl. Claudia shares her experience as college student majoring in nanotechnology. We discuss the reason that she decided to return to Mexico to pursue her bachelors degree. Claudia is a go-getter; she was valedictorian of her high school in San Diego,Ca even though she was an exch…
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