A podcast about sharpening your curiosity through science, stories, and bold questions. With Astrophysicist Dr. Dakotah Tyler & STEM Educator Justin Shaifer. Support the podcast by buying the hosts a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/curiositytheorypod
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Justin Shaifer Podcasts

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Is Understanding AI the New Literacy?
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1:22:52In this episode of Curiosity Theory, Dr. Dakotah Tyler and Justin Shaifer break down the promises and pitfalls of artificial intelligence. From the tension between hype and reality to expert disagreements and a little solar physics just because, this is an honest, nuanced, and human conversation about a technology shaping everything. *In this episo…
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The Smartest People in the Room Might Be Telling Jokes w/ Manny
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56:31In this episode of Curiosity Theory, Dakotah Tyler and Justin Shaifer sit down with comedian Manny (@delamomanny) to talk about identity, creativity, and how much (or how little) people really change over time. They dig into ambition, self-esteem, neurodivergence, streaming culture, and the challenge of balancing hustle with staying grounded. 🎙 Hos…
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What Will Humans Become? Emergence & the Next 1000 Years w/ Ashley Christine
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1:10:46In this episode of Curiosity Theory, Dakotah Tyler and Justin Shaifer are joined by Ashley Christine — better known online as @modernday_eratosthenes — to unpack the challenge of staying true in a world made for noise. We discuss vulnerability in writing, the tension between internet freedom and regulation, voter confusion, and the art of grabbing …
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Curious Enough to Never Fail!? Comedy, Confidence & Big Questions w/ Comedian Jazmyn W
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54:29n this episode of Curiosity Theory, Dr. Dakotah Tyler (@starkidphd) and Justin Shaifer (@mr.fascinate) are joined by comedian and content creator Jazmyn W (@jazmynw) to explore how comedy, creativity, and chaos intersect in the digital age. We talk about pre-show rituals, growing an audience online, navigating perception, and how to stay authentic …
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Welcome to the very first episode of Curiosity Theory — where we explore the questions that drive us and the stories that shape us. In this episode, co-hosts Dr. Dakotah Tyler (astrophysicist & former D1 football player) and Justin Shaifer (science communicator & media producer) kick things off with a raw and real conversation about how curiosity h…
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Curiosity Theory is built on the belief that curiosity isn’t just a personality trait. It’s a vital human force. In ancient times, it helped us survive. Today, it helps us stay engaged, connected, and sane in a world that often numbs us out. We see curiosity as a muscle. When we train it—through science, ideas, stories, and questions—we grow. When …
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