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Alie Ward

Humorist and science correspondent. Host of Ologies, where she asks smart people stupid questions and the answers might change your life.

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29 snips
May 28, 2019 • 1h 28min

Psychological Traumatology (PTSD & STRESS) with Nicholas Barr

Traumatologist Dr. Nicholas Barr discusses PTSD treatments, mindfulness, and intergenerational trauma. The podcast explores the brain under stress, resilience strategies, and the healing power of animals in therapy. Self-help tips and affordable therapy resources are also shared.
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Jun 19, 2024 • 1h 57min

Andragogology (300TH EPISODE SPECIAL) with Alie Ward

Alie Ward, a science communicator, discusses her career journey, building Ologies podcast, importance of adult SciComm, fear killing curiosity, and tips for aspiring communicators. Topics include changing beliefs, engaging audiences, and navigating challenges in the field.
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Jan 24, 2020 • 28min

113. Zaltzology

Alie Ward, a comedian and the charming host of "Ologies," joins for a lively exploration of language. They dive into the etymology of quirky words like ‘buxom’ and ‘lacuna,’ unraveling myths and sparking laughter. Alie and her guest discuss why the word ‘moist’ triggers such strong reactions, and the complexities of swearing across cultures. They highlight how understanding these linguistic gems can foster empathy and connect us all. Expect plenty of joy and wit while navigating the delightful quirks of our language!
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Jul 26, 2023 • 1h 36min

Sciuridology (SQUIRRELS) with Karen Munroe

Flying squirrels. Fox squirrels. Giant squirrels. Tiny ones. Grey ones. Black ones. Fluorescent ones? Alie is losing her mind talking to dream guest and Sciuridologist, Dr. Karen Munroe. This Baldwin Wallace University professor has studied squirrels for decades and addresses where they sleep, how many babies they have, if they bite each other’s junk, how they find their acorns, Marvel movies, birdfeeder drama, imported squirrels, melanistic morphs, world domination, fistfights with birders, the rarest squirrel, the best place for squirrel tourism and more. You’ll scatter hoard so many nuggets of squirrel trivia. Enjoy. Follow Dr. Karen Munroe on Instagram and TwitterDonations were made to: Letters to a Pre-Scientist and Squirrel MapperMore episode sources and linksSmologies (short, classroom-safe) episodesOther episodes you may enjoy: Thermophysiology (BODY HEAT), Indigenous Cuisinology (NATIVE COOKING), Dendrology (TREES) with J. Casey Clapp, Urban Rodentology (SEWER RATS), Fire Ecology (WILDFIRES), Indigenous Fire Ecology (GOOD FIRE), Fulminology (LIGHTNING), Field Trip: Birds of Prey and Raptor Facts, Entomology (INSECTS), Mammalogy (MAMMALS), Carobology (NOT-CHOCOLATE TREES), Felinology (CATS), Chickenology (HENS & ROOSTERS), Oreamnology (MOUNTAIN GOATS ARE NOT GOATS)Sponsors of OlogiesTranscripts and bleeped episodesBecome a patron of Ologies for as little as a buck a monthOlogiesMerch.com has hats, shirts, masks, totes!Follow @Ologies on Twitter and InstagramFollow @AlieWard on Twitter and InstagramEditing by Mercedes Maitland of Maitland Audio Productions and Jarrett Sleeper of MindJam Media and Mark David Christenson. Co-Produced by Mercedes Maitland and Susan Hale. Transcripts by Emily White of The WordaryWebsite by Kelly R. DwyerTheme song by Nick Thorburn
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Apr 12, 2022 • 47min

Cosmic Queries – StarTalk-ology with Alie Ward

Alie Ward, a science communicator and host of the podcast 'Ologies,' joins the conversation with Neil deGrasse Tyson and Chuck Nice. They dive into quirky fields like 'gluteology' and explore the serious implications of humor in medicine. Alie shares insights on navigating vaccine conversations and the importance of empathy in science. They also discuss how language shapes human progress and emphasize the tools that spark curiosity in young explorers. Plus, they shed light on the benefits of electric vehicles and sustainable futures.

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