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Learn how to think like EINSTEIN! Every week we learn science by asking the BIGGEST question in the universe.

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Ultra QUIET City!
Ultra QUIET City!

Our newest listener, Suzanne of Brooklyn, USA, asks, "What The IF cars didn't have horns?" Gaby, Matt and Philip imagine the world-changing ramifications of quiet cars and an even quieter planet.

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biology, evolution, history of sciencePhilip ShaneOctober 27, 2023
BULK Over Beauty!
BULK Over Beauty!

Gaby, Matt, and Philip explore a world where "survival of the fittest" takes on a whole new muscle-packed meaning, leading to surprising shifts in nature's hierarchy.

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biology, evolution, history of sciencePhilip ShaneOctober 20, 2023
Martinis On VENUS!
Martinis On VENUS!

Join us on a cosmic quest, inspired by Super Iffer Dan, to make Venus habitable through science, martinis, and a dash of imagination.

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biology, environment, chemistry, climate change, audiencePhilip ShaneOctober 13, 2023
BEES Control The Weather!
BEES Control The Weather!

Dive into a world with Gaby and Philip where bees don't just buzz—they control the very weather around us!

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biology, environment, newsPhilip ShaneOctober 6, 2023
Scoop Of EARTH!
Scoop Of EARTH!

Strap in for an exhilarating journey as we toy with the idea of taking a random scoop of Earth and launching it into the great unknown!

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biology, news, aliens, chemistry, exploration, nasa, scientific method, scifi, space travelPhilip ShaneSeptember 29, 2023
Alien MUMMIES!
Alien MUMMIES!

Dive into a universe of stranded aliens, mysterious mummies, and endless puns with Philip, Matt, and Gaby in our latest "What The IF?" episode!

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biology, news, skepticism, aliensPhilip ShaneSeptember 8, 2023
MUON Madness!
MUON Madness!

"MUON Madness!" is your passport to a mind-blowing journey into the world of subatomic particles, where size doesn't matter but impact does.

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physics, quantum mechanics, scientific methodPhilip ShaneSeptember 1, 2023
Human SWARM!
Human SWARM!

Discover the exhilarating world of human swarms, from pop concerts to locust behavior, in this mind-boggling "What The IF?" episode.

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scifi, biologyPhilip ShaneAugust 25, 2023
Recording BRAINS!
Recording BRAINS!

Join Gaby and Philip as they unravel the 'What The IF?' of recording our brains, blending mind-bending science with thought-provoking fiction in this electrifying episode!

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scifi, technology, apocalypse, astronauts, audience, ecology, engineering, physics, space travelPhilip ShaneAugust 18, 2023
Space JUNK!
Space JUNK!

Join Matt and Philip on a cosmic rollercoaster as they navigate the universe's vast junkyard, exploring the dance of debris and pondering on space artifacts that might just land in your pocket!

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scifi, technology, apocalypse, astronauts, audience, ecology, engineering, physics, space travelPhilip ShaneAugust 11, 2023
FROZEN Time Travel!
FROZEN Time Travel!

We explore the implications of revived 46,000-year-old worms and a whimsical scenario of long-term human freezing at a local Ben & Jerry's.

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biology, scifi, news, technologyPhilip ShaneAugust 4, 2023
Space Vacuum MONSTERS!
Space Vacuum MONSTERS!

"Embark on a thrilling cosmic adventure with Philip and Gaby in 'What The IF?' as we confront the enigmatic denizens of the universe in 'Space Vacuum MONSTERS!'."

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biology, evolution, sea life, aliens, scifi, space travel, seti, whalesPhilip ShaneJuly 28, 2023
Underwater CIVILIZATION
Underwater CIVILIZATION

Dive into "Underwater Civilization," the latest episode of "What The IF?" where we explore the riveting question: "What if humans had evolved tool use while still living in the ocean?"

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biology, evolution, sea life, audiencePhilip ShaneJuly 21, 2023
Radical SENSATIONS!
Radical SENSATIONS!

Join the "What The If?" crew in an exhilarating deep-dive into a sightless world, as they explore the impact on humanity's evolution, society, and other senses – a sensory adventure that will leave your mind buzzing with possibilities!

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biology, evolution, sea life, audiencePhilip ShaneJuly 14, 2023
LIFE from Phosphorous!
LIFE from Phosphorous!

Discover a universe teeming with phosphorus in this phospho-fantastic episode of 'What The If?', where we explore phosphorus' role in life as we know it, its remarkable glow, and how its abundance could be a game-changer for places like Enceladus.

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biology, evolution, exploration, nasa, news, sea life, chemistryPhilip ShaneJuly 7, 2023
Blade Runner REPLICANTS
Blade Runner REPLICANTS

Join Dr. Eldon Tyrell, Roy Batty, and ChatGPT in a mind-bending podcast adventure as they explore the intersection of artificial intelligence, replicants, and the existential questions of life and humanity.

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artificial intelligence, computer science, technology, scifi, biology, cloning, evolution, genetics, robotsPhilip ShaneJune 30, 2023ai
Living FOREVER!
Living FOREVER!

Tune into this episode of "What The IF?" for a hilarious and mind-bending journey into the science and societal impact of human immortality, from vampire ennui to rusted pipes and brown avocados!

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scifi, audience, biology, evolution, genetics, psychology, societyPhilip ShaneJune 23, 2023
Meet The Star Trek COMPUTER!
Meet The Star Trek COMPUTER!

Beam up with us for an unforgettable chat with the Starship Enterprise's Computer as we delve into Star Trek's pioneering portrayal of AI, the iconic woman behind the voice, and the uncanny humor of our favorite 23rd-century machine.

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artificial intelligence, computer science, technology, scifiPhilip ShaneJune 16, 2023ai
ICE Insanity!
ICE Insanity!

Join the "What The IF?" team as they chill with a mind-bending question: What if water didn't have its highest density at four degrees Celsius, turning our aquatic world and life as we know it on its head?

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audience, biology, environment, evolution, sea life, chemistryPhilip ShaneJune 9, 2023
MYST Linking Books to OTHER WORLDS!
MYST Linking Books to OTHER WORLDS!

We're creating entire universes w/magical ink, making parallels from the game Myst to modern procedural generation & Conway's Game of Life.

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artificial intelligence, computer science, technology, scifi, audience, universe, video gamesPhilip ShaneJune 2, 2023
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