It's Science Stoopid

So you think mRNA technology is new? Well it's not, and the advances in this technology will benefit all of us. Join us and find out more!

Did the Pilgrims actually have turkey on the table at the first Thanksgiving? What about Green Bean Casserole, and what was actually for dessert? We celebrate the 400th anniversary of the first Thanksgiving on this episode of "It's Science Stoopid."

William Shatner/Captain Kirk had the thrill of a lifetime when at 90 years old, he went into space on the Blue Origin spacecraft. Did he really experience weightlessness and what does that mean? Scott goes all Newton and Einstein on us with his explanation.

Mosquitos seem to pick certain people to bite, and sometimes those people are really bugged by the bites. Why? Join Meryl and Scott to find out more, especially if you are a beer drinker and a lover of Italian and Mexican food.

There's been a lot of news coverage recently about unexplained flying objects. What are they? Could they be extraterrestrials or not? Super smart people have been looking for aliens for many years and the question is: Have we found them or not...or have they been here all along?

There are some extremely lame and unscientific reasons NOT to get the COVID 19 vaccination, and some of them are frankly STOOPID! Hear the excuses and the truth about the vaccine, about how it was developed and for most of us, why there isn't a single good reason not to get it.

If you've gotten your vaccine and suffered from some side effects, why did that happen? Meryl and Scott talk about immunology including the fact that we have "Killer Cells" lurking in our bodies - and that's a good thing!

If you're spending a lot of money on eye and skin creams with the hopes of looking younger, DON'T! Looking younger is a life long commitment and those fancy creams usually aren't worth it. Meryl and Scott discuss everything from shale rock remedies to our favorite Desperate Housewife promoting a product she can't even pronounce.

If the pandemic has been hard on your waistline and if you've spent way too much time in sweatpants, let's get the "skinny" on fat cells. Suck 'em out or freeze them? Find out more with Meryl and Scott on "It's Science Stoopid."

Welcome to the First Episode of Season 2! We've all heard about the fact that the Pfizer Coronavirus vaccine has to be shipped and stored at super cold temperatures. Is this new technology? Not really. Join us and find out more about why cold chain technology is something that's been around for a quite some time.

Bugs are everywhere...even on your eyelashes. If you're fascinated about the creepy crawlies that are hitching a ride, check out this episode of "It's Science Stoopid," and be sufficiently grossed out! Or fascinated!

There's been so much discussion on Herd Immunity, but what does it really mean? Hear the word on herd immunity and whether it's an appropriate tool in the fight against Covid-19.

We lost a wonderful woman this week to Covid 19. She caught the virus from someone who perhaps wasn't wearing a mask. Why is wearing a mask such a big deal for some people when it helps save lives? Let's talk masks and how they relate to seatbelts on this episode of "It's Science Stoopid."

Why and how do leaves change in the fall? Why do some trees lose their leaves and some don't? Why are leaves certain colors, and why is Empress Gin blue in the bottle but changes color when tonic and lime are added?

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Prebiotics...probiotics...C.Diff...fecal transplants...get the scoop on your microbiome with Meryl and Scott on "It's Science Stoopid." Lots of great gut information and maybe a few giggles along the way.

As we wait for a COVID-19 vaccine, Meryl and Scott chat about whether vaccines in general cause Autism or other health issues. Will you get your vaccine so we can all go back to our lives? 

Both Meryl and Scott have heard statements that using air conditioning can cause COVID 19. We call BS and explain why.

Ever wonder why jellyfish supplements are advertised to help your memory when they don't have brains themselves? Or why supplement commercials have that small print at the bottom? The supplement industry makes a lot of money on these products. Is it worth it?

What's the difference between SPF 50 and SPF 100? Do you get twice the protection, or are you wasting your money buying sunscreen above SPF 50? Join Meryl and Scott for another episode of "Its Science Stoopid" and find out!

Meryl and Scott have a great discussion about whether dogs and wolves are related at all, and Scott shares a couple of other cool facts about dogs sense of smell and how they perceive the passage of time. Dog lovers - check this out!

Should you be wiping down your groceries? Let's find out!

Is there any reason to take Hydroxychloroquine or other drugs to prevent getting the Coronavirus? Find out more in less than 12 minutes with Meryl and Scott on It's Science Stoopid!

Meryl and Scott talk about the effectiveness of rapid tests, and why you may still have and be spreading the virus despite having a negative test result.

Scott is director of quality for a pharmaceutical company that makes cancer drugs. He has advanced degrees in microbiology. Meryl is a radio announcer and voice over artist. Together, they've created It's Science Stoopid. Enjoy!