Podcast: A Dash of Science

A Dash of Science is a podcast and Science Communication Initiative where we discuss science, engineering, technology, education and even history through the lens of science and logic in a way that everyone can participate and understand.

Often times we bring in experts in the field of interest to discuss with us to help get the right information to you!

You can view information about our community impact (which includes our pledge for social impact) here: https://cbirkinbine.info/community-impact/

Guest host Bio’s: https://cbirkinbine.info/contributor-profiles/

Music Credit:
Current:
The current music for the podcast was written and produced by GhostTube Music, which you can find at https://soundcloud.com/oscar-lindberg1
Past:
Episodes 1-14
The music used in these episodes is used under a Creative Commons license. If you like the music you can visit the musicians site, Brad Sucks at http://www.bradsucks.net/music/

DoSEp012: Communicating Science on Social Media

March 12, 2018 Christopher El Sergio 0
The Dash of Science Podcast logo: 5 small icons at the top consisting of a microscope, DNA strand, Magnet, Atom, and beaker. Under which are the words "Live. Learn. Build" in small font. The words "A Dash of Science" are written in the center in large font, with the "I" in science being represented by a test tube with bubbles coming out of it, and the word "Podcast" written at the bottom. The backgrouns is blue with light science symbols repeating, the main text is white, and a color scheme of yellow fading into blue, and solid white.
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DoSEp012: Communicating Science on Social Media
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This week,  I speak with Matt Loftus, administrator of The Credible Hulk site and facebook page and Dr. Kat Day, Administrator of The Chronicle Flask […]

DoSEp011: Conspiracy – In the Minds of Believers

November 13, 2017 Christopher El Sergio 0
The Dash of Science Podcast logo: 5 small icons at the top consisting of a microscope, DNA strand, Magnet, Atom, and beaker. Under which are the words "Live. Learn. Build" in small font. The words "A Dash of Science" are written in the center in large font, with the "I" in science being represented by a test tube with bubbles coming out of it, and the word "Podcast" written at the bottom. The backgrouns is blue with light science symbols repeating, the main text is white, and a color scheme of yellow fading into blue, and solid white.
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DoSEp011: Conspiracy - In the Minds of Believers
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This week, Derek and I discuss the top conspiracy theories in the US, but more importantly than the conspiracy themselves, we discuss the minds behind […]

DoSEp010: Aliens, Media and a New Cohost

November 6, 2017 Christopher El Sergio 0
The Dash of Science Podcast logo: 5 small icons at the top consisting of a microscope, DNA strand, Magnet, Atom, and beaker. Under which are the words "Live. Learn. Build" in small font. The words "A Dash of Science" are written in the center in large font, with the "I" in science being represented by a test tube with bubbles coming out of it, and the word "Podcast" written at the bottom. The backgrouns is blue with light science symbols repeating, the main text is white, and a color scheme of yellow fading into blue, and solid white.
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DoSEp010: Aliens, Media and a New Cohost
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This week, we release our first episode following the new mixed format. This is our first episode after a 2 month redesign break. I hope […]

DoSPSA001: A Dash of Information

November 3, 2017 Christopher El Sergio 0
The Dash of Science Podcast logo: 5 small icons at the top consisting of a microscope, DNA strand, Magnet, Atom, and beaker. Under which are the words "Live. Learn. Build" in small font. The words "A Dash of Science" are written in the center in large font, with the "I" in science being represented by a test tube with bubbles coming out of it, and the word "Podcast" written at the bottom. The backgrouns is blue with light science symbols repeating, the main text is white, and a color scheme of yellow fading into blue, and solid white.
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DoSPSA001: A Dash of Information
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In this PSA, I talk about where I have been for the past two months, the future of the show, and what to expect going […]

DoSEp009: The Science of Board Game Design

September 5, 2017 Christopher El Sergio 0
The Dash of Science Podcast logo: 5 small icons at the top consisting of a microscope, DNA strand, Magnet, Atom, and beaker. Under which are the words "Live. Learn. Build" in small font. The words "A Dash of Science" are written in the center in large font, with the "I" in science being represented by a test tube with bubbles coming out of it, and the word "Podcast" written at the bottom. The backgrouns is blue with light science symbols repeating, the main text is white, and a color scheme of yellow fading into blue, and solid white.
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DoSEp009: The Science of Board Game Design
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This week, I chat with Seth Jaffee, the lead game designer for Tasty Minstrel Games about the process of creating and balancing board games

DoSEp008B: Evolution and How you Get it Wrong Part 2

August 28, 2017 Christopher El Sergio 0
The Dash of Science Podcast logo: 5 small icons at the top consisting of a microscope, DNA strand, Magnet, Atom, and beaker. Under which are the words "Live. Learn. Build" in small font. The words "A Dash of Science" are written in the center in large font, with the "I" in science being represented by a test tube with bubbles coming out of it, and the word "Podcast" written at the bottom. The backgrouns is blue with light science symbols repeating, the main text is white, and a color scheme of yellow fading into blue, and solid white.
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DoSEp008B: Evolution and How you Get it Wrong Part 2
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This week, I finish up my chat with Gorcin Kurejsepi, a Molecular Biologist on the topic of Evolution

DoSEp008A:Evolution and How You Get it Wrong Part 1

August 21, 2017 Christopher El Sergio 0
The Dash of Science Podcast logo: 5 small icons at the top consisting of a microscope, DNA strand, Magnet, Atom, and beaker. Under which are the words "Live. Learn. Build" in small font. The words "A Dash of Science" are written in the center in large font, with the "I" in science being represented by a test tube with bubbles coming out of it, and the word "Podcast" written at the bottom. The backgrouns is blue with light science symbols repeating, the main text is white, and a color scheme of yellow fading into blue, and solid white.
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DoSEp008A:Evolution and How You Get it Wrong Part 1
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This week, I speak with Gorcin Kurejsepi, a Molecular Biologist on the topic of Evolution

DoSEp007:Cognitive Bias and How Your Brain Can Trick You Into Thinking You Are Right

August 14, 2017 Christopher El Sergio 0
The Dash of Science Podcast logo: 5 small icons at the top consisting of a microscope, DNA strand, Magnet, Atom, and beaker. Under which are the words "Live. Learn. Build" in small font. The words "A Dash of Science" are written in the center in large font, with the "I" in science being represented by a test tube with bubbles coming out of it, and the word "Podcast" written at the bottom. The backgrouns is blue with light science symbols repeating, the main text is white, and a color scheme of yellow fading into blue, and solid white.
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DoSEp007:Cognitive Bias and How Your Brain Can Trick You Into Thinking You Are Right
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This week, I speak with Rose W. about Cognitive Bias, Anecdotal Evidence and Story Telling, and other psychology topics.

DoSEp006:The Science Behind The Host

August 7, 2017 Christopher El Sergio 0
The Dash of Science Podcast logo: 5 small icons at the top consisting of a microscope, DNA strand, Magnet, Atom, and beaker. Under which are the words "Live. Learn. Build" in small font. The words "A Dash of Science" are written in the center in large font, with the "I" in science being represented by a test tube with bubbles coming out of it, and the word "Podcast" written at the bottom. The backgrouns is blue with light science symbols repeating, the main text is white, and a color scheme of yellow fading into blue, and solid white.
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DoSEp006:The Science Behind The Host
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This week, in a reverse of roles I am interviewed by my girlfriend, Carrie Dykes. We talk about my background in podcasting, as well as […]

DoSEp005: How Science Can Get In Your Genes

July 31, 2017 Christopher El Sergio 0
The Dash of Science Podcast logo: 5 small icons at the top consisting of a microscope, DNA strand, Magnet, Atom, and beaker. Under which are the words "Live. Learn. Build" in small font. The words "A Dash of Science" are written in the center in large font, with the "I" in science being represented by a test tube with bubbles coming out of it, and the word "Podcast" written at the bottom. The backgrouns is blue with light science symbols repeating, the main text is white, and a color scheme of yellow fading into blue, and solid white.
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DoSEp005: How Science Can Get In Your Genes
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This week I talk with Kassandra Mechelke-Salas a Clinical Cytogeneticist, about cancer, gene splicing and stem cells.