Best Complexly Podcasts (2025)

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Bonus Backlog Bonanza - Ep. 5 29:56

1d ago29:56

29:56

This bonus episode was originally posted on Patreon on July 28, 2021 titled "Poopoopeepeepedia - Episode 5." Original Patreon description: Hank faces the consequences of his bathroom humor titling by diving into the poopy waters of urine and feces! SciShow Tangents is on YouTube! Go to www.youtube.com/scishowtangents to check out this episode with …

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411: You’ve Gotta’ Optimize 49:06

3d ago49:06

49:06

Can sharks get tuberculosis? Why create your own products rather than promote existing products? Where did I exist before I was born? How do I deal with fear of missing out on memes? Is this a sleep podcast or a workout podcast? How do bones heal? Why are envelopes the size they are? How big and dense are neutron stars? …Hank and John Green have an…

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Bonus Backlog Bonanza - Ep. 4 34:03

5d ago34:03

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This bonus episode was originally posted on Patreon on June 30, 2021 titled "Q and Bidet - Episode 4." Original Patreon description: What popular songs does Ceri know? How stumped did she get by your science questions? Listen to this episode of Q and Bidet (I should mention Hank came up with that name all by himself) to find out! SciShow Tangents i…

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Bonus Backlog Bonanza - Ep. 3 30:02

9d ago30:02

30:02

This bonus episode was originally posted on Patreon on May 28, 2021 titled "Q and Play - Episode 3!" Original Patreon description: We've named the Patreon podcast! Enjoy Sam trying to answer your science questions while Ceri and Hank give him encouraging/condescending smiles. SciShow Tangents is on YouTube! Go to www.youtube.com/scishowtangents to …

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Bonus Backlog Bonanza - Ep. 2 35:43

12d ago35:43

35:43

This bonus episode was originally posted on Patreon on April 30, 2021 titled "Tangents Bonus Episode #2." Original Patreon description: Ceri and Hank answer your questions about the future of science! SciShow Tangents is on YouTube! Go to www.youtube.com/scishowtangents to check out this episode with the added bonus of seeing our faces! And go to h…

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Bonus Backlog Bonanza - Ep. 1 30:16

16d ago30:16

30:16

This bonus episode was originally posted on Patreon on March 26, 2021 titled "Tangents Bonus Episode #1!" Original Patreon description: Hank, Sam, and Ceri answer your questions! Including: What happened to Chin Coins? Is there a scientific formula to a great joke? And how do non-newtonian fluids work? Featuring a snazzy new song by the one and onl…

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410: Too Weird to Fail 49:13

17d ago49:13

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Are the geese in Mary Oliver’s “Wild Geese” Canada Geese? Why are there taglines on movie posters? Does footballer Joe Lewis have special shorts? How was the alphabetical order decided? Are lone geese searching for the rest of their flock? Should Canada become the 51st US state? …Hank and John Green have answers! If you're in need of dubious advice…

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Back to the Future Compilation 3:19:05

19d ago3:19:05

3:19:05

Stroll back in time to look ahead at the future with Tangents in this compilation of episodes investigating the science and innovations that have pushed humanity and technology ever on down the road of advancement! Episodes in this compilation: S1 E15 - Artificial Intelligence, original airdate: February 19, 2019 S2 E23 - Robots, original airdate: …

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409: The No Bummer Sleep Spectacular 49:26

1M ago49:26

49:26

Whatever happened to Ecogeek? If humans colonized Mars, would there be a pope of Mars? Are certain types of protein more effective for humans? Did AFC Wimbledon get… good? How do elephants walk around on their squishy feet? What are the godly hours? …Hank and John Green have answers! If you're in need of dubious advice, email us at hankandjohn@gmai…

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Tangents 1:10:01

1M ago1:10:01

1:10:01

The day has arrived- this is our very last episode of Tangents ever! So of course, we had to talk about a topic that's near and dear to our hearts forever: Tangents. Ride down memory lane with us and returning original host Stefan Chin as we reminisce, try to remember what we've learned, and still learn new stuff in an episode that's the true encap…

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408: The Green Brothers Often Are Wrong 53:27

2M ago53:27

53:27

Have Hank and John’s opinions of Elon Musk changed over the years? How do I not wallow in despair after losing my job? How do you start writing someone’s biography? How does file compression work? …Hank and John Green have answers! If you're in need of dubious advice, email us at [email protected]. Join us for monthly livestreams at patreon.com…

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Cancer Revisit with Deboki Chakravarti 55:27

2M ago55:27

55:27

We're thrilled to be joined for a special return to the topic of Cancer by our own magnificent editorial assistant, Deboki Chakravarti! We cover a ton in this beefy episode, so grab a snack, get comfy, and prepare to dive deep on a topic that's well worth the revisit. SciShow Tangents is on YouTube! Go to www.youtube.com/scishowtangents to check ou…

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407: Concepts of a Bubble 48:58

2M ago48:58

48:58

Is it socially appropriate to cover my ears and go “ahhhhhh?” Where did all the water on Mars go? How do I deal with friends who disrespect my favorite singer? Why are there perfectly uniform bubbles in my soap? Why don’t people just take the bribe and not do the corruption? Should we abandon social media platforms? …Hank and John Green have answer…

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Plagues with John Green! 54:17

2M ago54:17

54:17

Would it really be a conversation about plagues if noted plague-hater and tuberculosis-fighter John Green wasn't a part of it? In this episode John makes his Tangents debut at last, and we dig deep into whether we could fight an old, fat beaver and win, among other things. SciShow Tangents is on YouTube! Go to www.youtube.com/scishowtangents to che…

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Inventions 53:51

3M ago53:51

53:51

Is it usefulness, accidental genius, or sheer dumb luck that produces inventions? Well, after this episode, we at least know for sure what Batman's answer would be. As for the rest of it, you'll just have to listen along while we dive into one of Ceri's dream topics: Inventions! SciShow Tangents is on YouTube! Go to www.youtube.com/scishowtangents …

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406: Science Spectacular (w/ Deboki Chakravarti!) 54:33

3M ago54:33

54:33

Can gasses other than oxygen be fuel for fire? What happens to your internal organs after giving birth? How does copper work? How do other animals deal with umbilical cords? What would happen if we got our tailbones removed? …Hank and Deboki have answers! If you're in need of dubious advice, email us at [email protected]. Join us for monthly li…

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Games with Jo Firestone! 54:51

3M ago54:51

54:51

Do you want to play a game? Well, we sure do! We're joined by Sam's dream guest Jo Firestone, a comedian, podcaster, and game author and enthusiast to celebrate the joy (and evil) of playing games, especially the games on Tangents! SciShow Tangents is on YouTube! Go to www.youtube.com/scishowtangents to check out this episode with the added bonus o…

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405: Gettin’ Real Real 46:51

3M ago46:51

46:51

How do you plan for the year ahead? Where is John going on tour? Why do my hands clap louder when freshly lotioned? How do I deal with getting a bad grade? …Hank and John Green have answers! If you're in need of dubious advice, email us at [email protected]. Join us for monthly livestreams at patreon.com/dearhankandjohn. Follow us on Twitter! t…

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404: Die on Tuesday 44:57

4M ago44:57

44:57

Is the “Indianapolis Cocktail” actually served in Indianapolis? What do I do with my life? How do I entertain my friend in the hospital? What’s up with the lyrics in "It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year?” …Hank and John Green have answers! If you're in need of dubious advice, email us at [email protected]. Join us for monthly livestreams a…

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Randomness 52:23

4M ago52:23

52:23

Is all life predestined, or is existence blown about by the whims of entropy? If we restarted the universe with the same world generating seed a la Minecraft, would it all play out the same??? These are ginormous questions that we do not get into in this episode! Instead, we're examining slightly more manageable examples of randomness in nature, in…

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Special Episode: "Our Big Shot" from Chalk and Blade Productions 31:05

4M ago31:05

31:05

Hello Tangents listeners! We are off this week to rest up and enjoy the holidays, so in place of a regular episode we have a super special treat from friends of the show that we're excited to share! We're dropping an episode of a new podcast series from Chalk and Blade Productions called "Our Big Shot." What if we could build a disease free world? …

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Best of 2024 Compilation 4:47:25

4M ago4:47:25

4:47:25

One year passes, another is just around the bend, so let's look back on the top 6 Tangents episodes of 2024!! From intriguing topics to spooky mystery guests, this compilation truly summarizes a wild, wonderful year for Tangents. We hope you enjoy reminiscing with us, and we look forward to all that's ahead! Original episodes: 6. Feathers - airdate…

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403: Yeah Inflation 46:49

4M ago46:49

46:49

If I make two cups of tea with the same leaves, am I ingesting twice the caffeine? Should I get a “This Machine Kills Facists” laptop sticker in 2024? When did starlings show up in America? What should I do with the leftover cups from Costco chocolate parfait deserts? …Hank and John Green have answers! If you're in need of dubious advice, email us …

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Dreams with Trace Dominguez! 53:29

5M ago53:29

53:29

Is a dream really a wish your heart makes? Or is it just that your brain is an organ that never really turns off? What do your dreams even mean??? These are just some of the perplexing questions this episode posed to us and our special return guest, Trace Dominguez! SciShow Tangents is on YouTube! Go to www.youtube.com/scishowtangents to check out …

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402: Alfred Australia 47:02

5M ago47:02

47:02

What do Hank and John look like? What do Americans know about Australia? Why is there not a cure for cancer? What do I do with having too many books? What’s the difference between a non-profit and a business that gives its profit to charity? What age are dead people? …Hank and John Green have answers! If you're in need of dubious advice, email us a…

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Camouflage 50:49

5M ago50:49

50:49

Now you see it, now you don't - this episode is a true trick for the senses as we uncover the hidden wonders of Camouflage! From human ingenuity (?) to animal creativity, misdirection and subterfuge abound in this episode, so keep your eyes peeled, it's not one you'll want to miss! SciShow Tangents is on YouTube! Go to www.youtube.com/scishowtangen…

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401: Goodreads Therapy 40:12

5M ago40:12

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Why are people on Goodreads so angry? Can you gift a subscription on good.store? Can I read Everything is Tuberculosis if I’m squeamish? Are there different levels of oxygen in the atmosphere during different seasons? Is it true that ponderosa pines can’t reproduce without wildfires? …Hank and John Green have answers! If you're in need of dubious a…

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Stomachs 49:41

6M ago49:41

49:41

From one to four to none at all, stomachs enjoy a stunning variety across all the creatures who have (or don't have) them. And with our stomachs all happily full of spooky month treats, we thought it was the perfect time to learn all about this weird, wobbly, wonderful organ. SciShow Tangents is on YouTube! Go to www.youtube.com/scishowtangents to …

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