Professional comedians with so-so STEM pedigrees take you through this week in science. Incompetently. Featuring hosts Matt Kirshen, Andy Wood (and sometimes Jesse Case or Brooks Wheelan) along with a rotating cast of special guests from the worlds of comedy and science.
Probably Science
Claim This Podcastby Andy Wood, Matt Kirshen, Jesse Case
4.8(188 reviews)
624 episodes
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Professional comedians with so-so STEM pedigrees take you through this week in science. Incompetently. Featuring hosts Matt Kirshen, Andy Wood (and sometimes Jesse Case or Brooks Wheelan) along with a rotating cast of special guests from the worlds of comedy and science.
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Recent Episodes
July 16, 2026
Episode 611 with Hannah Roeschlein
Host Matt and Jesse interview Hannah Roeschlein about Filipino divers, synthetic cells, and hobbits with Komodo dragons.
July 6, 2026
Episode 610 - Kirk Smith
Comedian Kirk Smith discusses his books, competitive eating, fireworks, and music trends with hosts Jesse, Andy, and Matt in this interview.
June 26, 2026
Episode 609 - Ryan Conner
Comedian and author Ryan Conner discusses his memoir and diverse topics with hosts Jesse, Andy, and Matt in this interview.
624 total episodes available with 52 transcripts
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