Season 5 Episode 29: Plastic Wax, Tilting Heads and Erin Anderson on Sci-Fi Worlds!

Ever wondered about the secret behind your dog's adorable head tilters? Or the future of overpopulation? How about the peculiar way lobsters communicate? Strap in for an exhilarating exploration into these captivating topics and so much more! We traverse the landscapes of science, pets, and video-games in an episode filled to the brim with knowledge, laughter, and a dash of eccentricity. Our guest for this episode, the esteemed science fiction author and scientist, Erin Anderson, lends her unique perspective to the fascinating world of science fiction and the role of scientists. Imagine a scientist serving an evil empire, or a world grappling with overpopulation and scarce resources. Erin pulls back the curtain on the science behind cybernetics and ushers us into a future where advancements in technology provide a beacon of hope for those with disabilities. Get ready to have your mind blown as we navigate the thin line between science and fiction.But that's not all, folks! Set sail with us into the wild world of marine biology, where lobsters communicate using—wait for it—pee! Hold onto your joysticks as we take a deep dive into the exhilarating world of video games, complete with physics lessons from Subnautica and the thrilling challenges of Bloodborne. And for all our pet-lovers, join us on our riotous adventures with Bunsen, Beaker, and Ginger, as we explore the joy and occasional mayhem of pet ownership. This episode is a rollercoaster of excitement, so buckle up and join the ride! Remember, there's no time like science time!Erin's Links:https://twitter.com/ErintheZhttps://www.amazon.com/Memoir-Mad-Scientist-Erin-Anderson/dp/1949964418Bunsen and Beaker Links:The Ginger Stuffie is on presale so check the link here:www.bunsenbernerbmd.comAlso use the code BEAKER5 to save FIVE bucks off a Beaker stuffie!Join The Paw Pack to Support The Show!https://bunsenbernerbmd.com/pages/paw-pack-plus-communityThe Bunsen and Beaker Website has adorable merch with hundreds of different combinations of designs and apparel- all with Printful- one of the highest quality companies we could find!www.bunsenbernerbmd.comSign up for our Weekly Newsletter!Bunsen and Beaker on Twitter:Bunsen and Beaker on TikTok:Bunsen and Beaker on FacebookSupport the Show.For Science, Empathy, and Cuteness!Being Kind is a Superpower.https://twitter.com/bunsenbernerbmd

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The Science Pawdcast breaks down the latest science happening in the human world AND the pet world. Each episode will also bring you a guest to enthral you with their area of knowledge.You'll learn, be captivated, and laugh along with host Jason Zackowski. Pets and Science, it's the pawfect mix. You'll also get episodes of SciChat and PetChat which are the live shows from social audio. SciChat has an interview and Q+A with a scientist, while PetChat is a live community gathering for games and stories about pets! For Science, Empathy, and Cuteness!