Nerd Alert with Dan & Dean is a science-focused podcast started in summer 2022. Dan & Dean bring over 20 years of shared academic and professional experience in STEM fields, making this podcast a natural extension of their interests. Episodes cover a variety of topics including biology and medical science, breakthrough technologies, as well as topics in chemistry, physics, and everything in between! Thanks for listening.
The Glymphatic System and The Significance of Sleep
In this episode, Dan & Dean discuss the ins and outs of sleep. The conversation covers the characteristics of sleep in humans and other animals, and explores the biological mechanisms of sleep, including the more recent understanding of the glymphatic system and its role in facilitating restorative sleep.
15 Dec 2022
Recording Music: The Evolution of Music Storage Media
In this episode, Dan & Dean take a look at the technology and practices behind capturing music throughout history. Beyond discussing consumer trends and characteristics of different music storage media, the conversation also dives into the science behind the storage and playback of all our favorite music. Thanks for Listening.
11 Nov 2022
LIGO: The Search For Gravitational Waves
In this episode, Dan & Dean discuss LIGO, the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory, a large-scale physics experiment to detect and analyze gravitational waves. In addition to providing some background on why we are interested in gravitational waves and how they work, the discussion covers the design of LIGO itself and future directions for the research.
26 Oct 2022
Planetary Picks: Ranking The Solar System
In this episode, Dan & Dean cover the ins and outs of the planets in our solar system. After reviewing some interesting and surprising facts about each celestial body, we compare our rankings (with justification) for the planets we feel are the best and the worst.
28 Sept 2022
Case Study: The Berlin Patient
In this episode, Dan & Dean review The Berlin Patient, a case study which describes the first person to be considered cured of HIV. The discussion covers multiple patients who were similarly cured, as well as the mechanism for HIV infection and how patients are often treated for HIV present day.
8 Sept 2022
Logical Fallacies: What They Are and How To Spot Them
In this episode, Dan & Dean talk about logical fallacies and how they can often be deceptive and falsify arguments and debates. The discussion also highlights several examples of common logical fallacies while also suggesting some appropriate responses to them if they are encountered in everyday interactions.
24 Aug 2022
The Bhopal Gas Tragedy: The World's Worst Industrial Disaster
In this episode, Dan & Dean discuss the Bhopal Gas Tragedy, an industrial disaster that affected over half a million people in the Indian city of Bhopal in 1984. The discussion covers the lead up to the disaster at the UCIL pesticide plant and the aftermath, including some legal proceedings and precedents that continue to this day.
10 Aug 2022
Painful Peppers: Why Humans Love Spicy Food
In this episode, Dan & Dean discuss the different chemicals that give spicy foods their kick. Beyond the different sources of pungency, the episode covers the biological signaling mechanism for these molecules in humans and ends with a discussion on why humans have always had a thing for spicy foods.
27 Jul 2022
Fission Frenzy: The World Is Split On Nuclear Power
In this episode, Dan & Dean explore the history of nuclear energy and breakdown the inner workings of a modern nuclear power plant. In addition, the discussion covers consequences of acute radiation exposure and the current debate over the safety of a nuclear powered future.
15 Jul 2022
Monkeypox: Should I Be Concerned?
Disclaimer: This episode was recorded in Late June 2022. While much of the history and background on Monkeypox Virus is still accurate, the scope and implications for the global Monkeypox outbreak may have changed since the episode was recorded. Please defer to local and federal government recommendations and guidelines to remain up to date on the latest information related to the outbreak.
In this episode, Dan & Dean discuss the current outbreak of Monkeypox Virus. In addition to describing the virus itself, the discussion involves an examination of both historical and present-day data to explore the future direction and implications of the ongoing outbreak.
1 Jul 2022
The Plague Of Galen: The Pandemic You've Never Heard Of
In this episode, Dan & Dean discuss the Plague of Galen, also known as the Antonine Plague. The discussion explores the historical context of the plague and what modern science has to say about the viral culprit behind the pandemic.
1 Jul 2022
Fitness In Space: Surviving The Final Frontier
In this episode, Dan & Dean talk about the physiological impact of space travel and the steps we take to keep humans healthy in space for extended periods of time.
1 Jul 2022
Dinosaur DNA: Is "Jurassic Park" Possible?
In this episode, Dan & Dean discuss Dinosaur DNA and question the viability of a Jurassic Park-like future where dinosaurs and humans co-exist.
28 Jun 2022
Trailer
Trailer for Nerd Alert! with Dan & Dean
Reach and audience
Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.
Apple Podcasts (US)
5.0 / 5
6 ratings
Host of Nerd Alert with Dan & Dean?
Claim your podcast to manage its listing and keep your show details accurate.
Pod Engine is an independent podcast discovery and analytics service and is not affiliated with or endorsed by this podcast. Artwork and show content belong to their owners. Full legal notice.
Explore this show Podcast research with Pod Engine
