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Lauren and PJ Do Science
by Lauren and PJ Do Science
An amazingly awesome show about science and music! Lauren has a doctorate and PJ is the musician. She's going to teach him different subjects and he's going to try to write a song about that subject. Join us for some learning, laughs, and a bit of mayhem.https://laurenandpjdoscience.carrd.com/
Episodes
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The Cryptids Are Coming!
Its Cryptid Month here at Lauren and PJ Do Science! In this episode PJ (tries to) explore some of the folklore, science, and history behind cryptids like Bigfoot, Mothman, The Loch Ness Monster and more. We try to figure out why cryptids form, how they appear all over the world, and what happens...
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Pop Quiz Hotshot - Can PJ Pass Dr. Lauren's Quiz?
Pop quiz, hotshot! How much science do you actually know? This week on Lauren & PJ Do Science, we kick things off with Lauren's ongoing plumbing adventures, PJ's experience riding in a Waymo, and a discussion about why America could really use more rail transportation. Then it's time for the main...
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Big Blue Holes: The Life Aquatic with Dr. Lauren
If I asked you what a Big Blue Hole was, and you responded with anything involving "Smurfs," you'd be wrong. In this episode of Lauren & PJ Do Science, Lauren takes us aboard a research expedition to explore mysterious underwater sinkholes known as blue holes. These deep ocean formations hold…
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Algae 2: Its Not That Easy Being Green
Last week algae cost taxpayers millions of dollars. This week we're defending its honor. Join us as we answer one of the weirdest science questions we've tackled so far: is algae actually a plant? That simple question somehow sends us down a rabbit hole involving ancient bacteria, photosynthesis,...
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Algae vs The Reflecting Pool
What happens when you spend millions of dollars renovating the Reflecting Pool in Washington, D.C. and end up with… a giant green algae bloom? Lauren and PJ investigate the surprisingly bizarre saga of the Reflecting Pool, from the $15+ million renovation and the mysterious 250-foot gash to…
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The Very Abridged Story of The Large Hadron Collider
In this solo episode of Lauren & PJ Do Science, PJ takes a deep dive into the Large Hadron Collider: what it is, why it is buried underground, why parts of it are colder than outer space, and why it needs one of the best vacuums ever created. The episode explores how particle collisions help...
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The Life Aquatic With Dr. Lauren
🌊 From Blue Holes to Sea Shanties: Science on the High Seas! ⚓🔬 In this episode of Lauren & PJ Do Science, Dr. Lauren is alive! We have proof! And all I had to do was sacrifice a chicken! But soon, she'll be off on another adventure on the high seas. We talk about life aboard a research vessel…
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Benjamin Franklin: America's Original Mad Scientist
Everybody knows Benjamin Franklin flew a kite in a thunderstorm...or at least they think they do. In this special Fourth of July solo episode, PJ dives into the fascinating (and often bizarre) scientific life of one of America's most influential Founding Fathers. Forget the sanitized history...
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Jellyfish Part 2 or "She Don't Use Jelly(fish)"
Part 2 of our Jellyfish journey is here! Learn about some different kids of jellyfish, what they have in common with a certain species of frog, why they might remind you of an ex, and of course, PJ's song. Speaking of journeys, Lauren tells us about an adventure she'll be going on in a few weeks…
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Jellyfish! Part 1 or "Its all about the Cnidaria baby"
On this week's episode, Lauren and PJ undertake a Spongebob approved activity and go jellyfishing! Resident jellyfish enthusiast Dr. Lauren talks about the cute little gelatinous blobs, what they are, how they move, why they just might be aliens and much more. We also discuss Lauren's seedy,...
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Library Science with The Library Punks!
On this week's episode we're joined by Justin and Jay of The Library Punk Podcast (https://www.librarypunk.gay/) where we learn all about why libraries are important, what their function is, how information is organized, and a whole lot more. PJ also drops a rap track about libraries that is so…
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Science is Cute Without The 'E' (Cut From The Budget)
This week Lauren and PJ rage against the machine a little bit and get some things off their chests. The National Science Foundation board has been dismissed, years of cuts in research and arts have piled up and piled up and we're mad as hell and we're not gonna take it anymore! Tune in to find…
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Artemis 2 Part III Or The 2026 Bellyflop Championship!
Its celebration time here on Lauren and PJ Do Science! The Orion capsule has safely splashed down in the Pacific Ocean thus ending the Artemis II mission. PJ recaps the mission, some of the science done and looks towards the future and we even go into some interesting Lauren lore learning about…
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Artemis 2 Part II or "We're Going On A Trip In Our Favorite Rocket Ship"
The Artemis II crew has officially blasted off on humanity’s first trip around the Moon in over 50 years—and we’re following every thruster burn, orbit tweak, and cosmic bathroom repair right along with them. Lauren and PJ break down how the launch went, what the astronauts are up to in space…
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The Podcasthon 2026 Special! or Everything Is Awesome!
We interrupt our regular programming for #Podcastathon 2026! Lauren and PJ are super excited to be participating in their first #Podcastathon this year. PJ is a massive Lego fan so what better than to pick a charity that combines Lego and STEAM (Science, Technology, Education, Arts, Math)? We’ll…
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Artemis II Part 1 or "My Moon Whip Brings All The Boys To The Yard"
In this episode of Lauren and PJ Do Science, we explore NASA’s Artemis II mission—the first crewed Moon mission since Apollo. PJ explains how the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket and Orion spacecraft will send astronauts on a 10-day journey around the Moon, testing the technology needed for the...
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Will O The Wisps Part 2 or "Swamps and You!"
What do swamps have to do with Will O’ The Wisps — and why are they some of the most important ecosystems on Earth? In Part 2 of our Will O’ The Wisp series, Lauren and PJ shift from folklore to the fascinating science of swamps. We explore how swamps form, what makes them unique ecosystems, and...
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Will O' The Wisps Part 1 or "Don't Go Into The Light!"
What is a Will O’ The Wisps — folklore, illusion, or explainable science? In this episode, Lauren and PJ explore the history, mythology, and scientific explanations behind the mysterious lights known as Will O’ The Wisps. We break down where the legends came from, why people across cultures...
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Bioluminescence Part 2 or "Everyday We Lit (feat. Fireflies)"
The glow-up continues. In Part 2 of our bioluminescence series, Lauren and PJ Do Science dive into the weird, wonderful, and sometimes downright adorable creatures that produce their own light. From the deep sea to the forest floor, we explore how and why animals glow, what bioluminescence is…
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Bioluminescence Part 1 or Welcome to Our Glow Up Era
Why do jellyfish glow? How do fireflies light up the night? And what exactly is happening at the molecular level when organisms make their own light? In this episode of Lauren and PJ Do Science, we kick off our glow-up era with Part 1 of a deep dive into bioluminescence — the chemistry, biology,...
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Lauren's AGU25 Adventures! or A Streetcar Named Science
In this episode Lauren talks about the American Geophysical Union conference held down in New Orleans. The American Geophysical Union (AGU) is a 501(c) nonprofit organization of Earth, atmospheric ocean, hydrologic, space, and planetary scientists and enthusiasts. For more information, visit...
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mRNA Part 2 or Vaxxed, Waxed, and Ready For Facts!
In this most righteous episode, Lauren and PJ get severely sidetracked, PJ shares his desire to be one of the X-Men, Star Wars is or is not a documentary... oh and they also talk more about mRNA and its applications (once they finally focus). Lauren tells us about a great piece by hbomber guy…
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Part 1: mRNA or How I learned to Stop Worrying and Love The Central Dogma
Its here! Its finally here! The long awaited first episode of Lauren and PJ Do Science! In this first series, we tackle something that has been something of a hot and controversial topic these last few years, mRNA. This episode is the first building block in explaining mRNA but to understand how...
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Meet Lauren and PJ!
It would appear introductions are in order. After all, it would be most rude of us to continue without you knowing who we were. This episode you'll learn and little more about your hosts, Lauren and PJ, as well as Shower Guy as we embark on this bold new endeavor of podcasting. Let us know who…
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Lauren and PJ Do Science The Trailer
At last! Lauren and PJ have combined their scientific and musical forces into a podcast! New episodes will be coming soon! Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/silent-revolt License code: TNUWKACAKLJ8ZSRH
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
An amazingly awesome show about science and music! Lauren has a doctorate and PJ is the musician. She's going to teach him different subjects and he's going to try to write a song about that subject. Join us for some learning, laughs, and a bit of mayhem.https://laurenandpjdoscience.carrd.com/
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An amazingly awesome show about science and music! Lauren has a doctorate and PJ is the musician. She's going to teach him different subjects and he's going to try to write a song about that subject. Join us for some learning, laughs, and a bit of mayhem.https://laurenandpjdoscience.carrd.com/
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