Ologies with Alie Ward

Dive into a lively reading of the U.S. Constitution, where humor meets legal insight. Discover the framework of Congress, the importance of the Bill of Rights, and the adaptability of the Constitution through its amendments. The hosts share personal anecdotes about civic engagement and the power of advocacy, urging listeners to understand their rights and use their voices. Join in on a light-hearted yet informative journey that melds history with a call to action, all while supporting individual freedoms.

Join Professor Franita Tolson, a constitutional law expert from USC, as she unpacks the U.S. Constitution with wit and clarity. Discover the critical role this document plays in voting rights and civil liberties. She reflects on her time with Barack Obama as a professor, discusses the challenges of the Supreme Court's diversity, and explores the ongoing fight against voter disenfranchisement. With an engaging mix of history and modern relevance, Tolson inspires listeners to connect with their rights and advocate for change.

Dale Mulfinger, a world-famous Minnesota architect and professional cabinologist, discusses what makes a cabin a cabin, the appeal of wood and Scandinavian hygge-ness, cabin history, and vacation activities. The chapter also explores different types of cabins and sheds, the process of making and reassembling cabins, and the challenges of off-grid living.

Disease Ecologist Dr. Andrea Swei discusses Lyme Disease, testing, treatment, animal carriers, 'chronic Lyme', post-treatment Lyme, helpful proteins in lizards, Ukrainian princesses Babesia and Borrelia, Lyme vaccines, pet care, symptoms, prevention, and tick-borne illness vaccines. Entertaining and informative episode on tick-borne illnesses with valuable insights on tick control and disease ecology.

What IS an island? How do birds and plants and mammals GET there? Why do we like going to islands? Dr. Andy Kraemer studies how life populates and survives on hunks of remote rock and chats all about the Galapagos Islands -- where he does his research. We address the smallest island in the world, the largest, some bananas biological adaptations, Darwin's finchy mistakes, some nude people and a Baroness who got caught up in a homicide scandal, and shrinking skeletons. Also: pirates and prison islands.Follow Dr. Andy Kraemer at www.twitter.com/andykraemerDonations went to: islandconservation.org and ecologyproject.orgSponsor links: Podcast "YOU" by Okta, TakeCareOf.com (code OLOGIES), Trueandco.com/ologies (code: OLOGIES), Progressive.comMore links at alieward.com/ologies/islandecologyYou Are That podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/00WJ2qzCeIeetwRy23ABEZBecome a patron of Ologies for as little as a buck a month: www.Patreon.com/ologiesOlogiesMerch.com has hats, shirts, pins, totes!Follow twitter.com/ologies or instagram.com/ologiesFollow twitter.com/AlieWard or instagram.com/AlieWardSound editing by Jarrett Sleeper of MindJam Media & Steven Ray MorrisTheme song by Nick ThorburnSupport the show: http://Patreon.com/ologies

Dr. Neeta Pardanani Connally, an Acarologist and tick expert, discusses tick removal, yard spraying, landscaping's impact on tick exposure, and the spreading of Lyme Disease. She also covers protecting pets, the Lone Star Tick, and the CC poppyseed muffin mishap.

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.

Discover the intriguing world of behavioral ecology with insights into reproductive trade-offs, cricket mating habits, and parasitic manipulation. Explore the dynamics of sperm storage in insects, encounters with house crickets, and the intersection of human behavioral ecology with cultural and economic factors. Delve into the fascinating emergence of horsehair worms from crickets and the joys of mentoring young insect researchers.

Announcement: BILL NYE HAS A PODCAST. And Alie's his first guest. Bill Nye’s on a mission to change the world, one phone call at a time and yer ol’ Dadward VonPodcast is first in the chair helping field questions. Yes she is freaking out about this and yes you should listen. In “Science Rules!," he tackles the curliest questions on just about anything in the universe with his signature knowledge and affability. And Alie shares her strategies for science communication. Take a listen to the preview here and then get the full episode of Alie on “Science Rules!” TODAY via your favorite podcast app or the link below.Full episode here: https://www.askbillnye.comSupport the show: http://Patreon.com/ologies

Join the charismatic Dr. Tom Volk, a world-renowned mushroom expert and professor, as he unearths the vibrant world of mycology. He shares captivating tales about psilocybin's therapeutic potential and the whimsical ties of Amanita muscaria to pop culture. Delve into the risks of foraging, the unique relationships fungi have with trees and animals, and the medical ramifications of fungal infections. With humor and insight, Dr. Volk also reflects on his personal journey as a heart transplant recipient, emphasizing the importance of living fully.