Ologies → Smologies. It’s all of the science, with none of the swearing! Smologies are shortened, kid-friendly episodes of the award-winning science podcast, Ologies, which covers topics from Toads (Bufology) to the Moon (Selenology) and everything in between. Enjoy clean and witty bite-sized science delights as host Alie Ward asks Ologists of all kinds smart – and sometimes silly – questions. Get to know the charming and diverse array of experts who share not only their wisdom, but also their lived experiences.
Smologies with Alie Ward
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113 episodes
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Ologies → Smologies. It’s all of the science, with none of the swearing! Smologies are shortened, kid-friendly episodes of the award-winning science podcast, Ologies, which covers topics from Toads (Bufology) to the Moon (Selenology) and everything in between. Enjoy clean and witty bite-sized science delights as host Alie Ward asks Ologists of all kinds smart – and sometimes silly – questions. Get to know the charming and diverse array of experts who share not only their wisdom, but also their lived experiences.
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Recent Episodes
July 17, 2026
TORTOISES with Amanda Hipps
Wildlife biologist and testudinologist Amanda Hipps explains tortoise and turtle differences, longevity, and behavior in this interview with host Alie Ward.
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Host Alie Ward interviews gustologist Dr. Gary Beauchamp about the science of taste, exploring everything from flavor perception to canine sweet tooths.
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