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Nature Boy: The Podcast

Nature Boy: The Podcast

Nature Boy on KCHUNG 1630 AM

Nature Boy is a general science show hosted by four PhD graduate students studying plant biology at UC Riverside. Join Michael, Marschal, Jon, and Jess the first Sunday of each month as research from varied fields is discussed, made digestible, and often criticized. An irreverent look at the often over revered field of scientific research.
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Nature Boy: The Podcast - Episode 61: Competition

Episode 61: Competition

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11/16/20 • 65 min

The Nature Boy crew goes head to head to head in this one! Who will win the ultimate showdown of current science news and peer-reviewed articles? Whoever wins, so do you as a listener!

Link to video: https://youtu.be/PugFldzRO1c

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Nature Boy: The Podcast - Episode 60: Video Games

Episode 60: Video Games

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10/06/20 • 64 min

What's up you epic gamers out there! This week the Nature Boy crew discusses video games, their impact on cognition, and has a wonderful time in general! That along with a roundup of science news makes this an episode you don't want to miss. So snag a mushroom, stomp a goomba and join us!

A video recording of this episode is available here: https://youtu.be/VlCPc3sKhI8

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Nature Boy: The Podcast - Episode 68: Superorganisms

Episode 68: Superorganisms

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08/12/21 • 63 min

Large groups of related organisms occasionally behave in ways similar to single multicellular organisms. This phenomenon is especially prevalent in insects, especially in the order Hymenoptera. If this order is ever split it will be unable to wear white at its wedding.

The fearsome threesome of Michael, Marschal and Jon tackle this phenomenon as well as some current science news.

Link to video podcast: https://youtu.be/V2WzbwvpRDY

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Nature Boy: The Podcast - Episode 67: Fad Diets

Episode 67: Fad Diets

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07/19/21 • 69 min

Nothing tastes as good as being fit feels, except for candy, ice cream, butter, steak, onion rings, french fries, beer, bacon, pie, cake, bagels with cream cheese, empanadas, tortas, grilled cheese sandwiches, french toast, pancakes, marmalade, chili, cheesecake, lard, milk, etc.

The Nature Boy crew tackles some popular methods for dropping that quarantine weight and generally has a lovely time together in this thrilling episode!

Video podcast can be found here: https://youtu.be/N1UDmKvoX90

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Nature Boy: The Podcast - Episode 66: Genomics

Episode 66: Genomics

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05/21/21 • 48 min

The Nature Boy crew assembles sans-Marschal for a discussion of genomics. Not to be confused with gnomics, or the study of gnomes.

Link to video version of podcast: https://youtu.be/Uc_ywmn40O4

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Nature Boy: The Podcast - Episode 65: Insects (Pollinators)

Episode 65: Insects (Pollinators)

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04/05/21 • 81 min

Jess misses this one as she completes her PhD program and officially becomes Dr. Toth! Please send all gifts to Jonathan Montgomery, cash is preferred.

Michael, Marschal and Jon lead you through a discussion of the phylum Arthropoda in general with a focus on the class Insecta, specifically focusing on the role they play in pollination. Fun is had, things are learned, and haters are consistently dabbed on.

Video podcast can be found here: https://youtu.be/fsrUjQwyJoA

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Nature Boy: The Podcast - Episode 64: Vaccines

Episode 64: Vaccines

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02/16/21 • 85 min

Following a string of episodes relating to current events, the Nature Boy crew snatches at the low-hanging fruit that is 'vaccines' for this episode's topic. In their longest episode to date the dream team diverts down various tangential paths, but as a great poet once said, "What's wrong with taking the back streets?". You never know if you don't go, so go ahead and listen in!

Link to video: https://youtu.be/XY2Xve-wDp4

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Nature Boy: The Podcast - Episode 63: Death

Episode 63: Death

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02/15/21 • 64 min

The Nature Boy crew keeps it light with a discussion of death. Everyone does it, but what makes it so popular? Tune in and find out!

Link to video: https://youtu.be/E14_F82Xz6Y

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Nature Boy: The Podcast - Episode 62: 2020 Wrap-up

Episode 62: 2020 Wrap-up

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12/08/20 • 59 min

The Nature Boy crew assembles once again to discuss a real bummer of a year. Science news is reviewed, hearts are broken, and as always, hair and teeth look flawless. Sit back with your old chums and enjoy the review of the latest year of Nature Boy's podcast dominance!

Link to YouTube video of episode: https://youtu.be/72yqBmxxFe4

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Nature Boy: The Podcast - Episode 59: New Plant Science

Episode 59: New Plant Science

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09/15/20 • 57 min

Three plant biologists finally speak about plant biology!

Video of this podcast can be found at this YouTube link: https://youtu.be/D5e5yujYp_I

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FAQ

How many episodes does Nature Boy: The Podcast have?

Nature Boy: The Podcast currently has 66 episodes available.

What topics does Nature Boy: The Podcast cover?

The podcast is about Botany, Natural Sciences, Nature, Podcasts, Education and Science.

What is the most popular episode on Nature Boy: The Podcast?

The episode title 'Episode 67: Fad Diets' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Nature Boy: The Podcast?

The average episode length on Nature Boy: The Podcast is 61 minutes.

How often are episodes of Nature Boy: The Podcast released?

Episodes of Nature Boy: The Podcast are typically released every 30 days, 19 hours.

When was the first episode of Nature Boy: The Podcast?

The first episode of Nature Boy: The Podcast was released on Aug 13, 2014.

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