Best Core Academy Of Science Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 116: Who is Core Academy of Science? 1:00:17

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When Todd isn't recording podcasts with Paul, what does he do all day? Find out in this episode as Paul learns all about the ministry of Core Academy. From scholarships to retreats to student mentoring, Core Academy is dedicated to training up a new generation of creation scholars. Find out more at coresci.org! Please excuse our sound quality, we a…

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Episode 118: Churning up Deep Time: The Mystery of the Missing Burrows featuring Leonard Brand 53:24

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Sometimes the fossil record preserves some really astonishing traces of past life, including footprints and even burrows! But how can there be burrows if the fossil record were formed by a singular, catastrophic flood? Leonard Brand wondered this very same question and set out to try to understand how much of a problem this really is. Todd and Paul…

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827: Chilling Out Studying the Biodiversity of Arctic Arthropods - Dr. Chris Buddle 41:45

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Dr. Chris Buddle is an Associate Professor in the Department of Natural Resource Sciences and Associate Dean of Student Affairs at McGill University. He is a community ecologist who studies biodiversity of different species, and he is interested in figuring out what animals are where in our ecosystem. In particular, his work focuses on spiders, ins…

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Your Somatic Coaching Journey with Lynn Bonner: Faculty Lounge 36:04

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Ever felt like you're stuck living in “should-land”—doing everything you’re supposed to but still not feeling fulfilled? In this heart-opening Faculty Lounge episode of the Somatic Coaching Academy Podcast, hosts Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos sit down with the vibrant and soulful Lynn Bonner—an executive-turned-somatic-coach whose transformation …

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826: Visualizing Molecules to Understand Links Between Structure and Function - Dr. Beth Stroupe 43:14

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Dr. Beth Stroupe is a Professor in the Department of Biological Science and the Institute of Molecular Biophysics at Florida State University (FSU). She is also Director of the Molecular Biophysics Graduate Program there. Research in Beth’s lab focuses on understanding what molecules and proteins look like. This is important for better understandin…

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The Manifestation Principle that People Most Often Miss 27:34

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Is Manifestation Really Just “Poof” Magic? Think manifestation is all about sitting on a cushion, visualizing your dream life, and waiting for it to appear? Think again. In this eye-opening episode, Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos break down the biggest myth about manifestation—and reveal the real process behind turning ideas into reality. With pla…

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Episode 117: Tyrannosaurus rex: King of the Dinosaurs featuring Matt McLain 1:04:21

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With yet another Jurassic Park movie in the theaters, popular attention once again turns to dinosaurs, so Todd and Paul made a dinosaur episode! Special guest and T. rex expert Matt McLain tells us all about these "tyrant kings." Where do they come from? What were they like? And most importantly, how can a creationist understand the place of Tyrann…

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825: Sizing Up Signals in Seismic Waves to Understand Earth’s Interior Structure - Dr. Zach Eilon 44:41

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Dr. Zach Eilon is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Earth Science at the University of California, Santa Barbara, and he is also conducting research at Brown University. Zach is interested in understanding the earth’s tectonics, including how continents are built, how they break apart, and what is going on under the earth’s surface beneat…

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How Coaches Can Differentiate Themselves in a Crowded Market 35:42

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Are coaches being replaced by robots? With AI stepping into the world of coaching and more professionals flooding the field than ever before, it’s never been harder—or more urgent—to stand out. In this eye-opening episode, hosts Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos dive into the rising tide of commoditization in the coaching industry and share exactly w…

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824: Looking Beneath the Surface to Study the Science of Water Movement, Distribution, and Quality: Dr. Tess Russo 38:05

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Dr. Tess Russo is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Geosciences at The Pennsylvania State University. Tess is a hydrologist which means she studies water. Her research examines how water moves, how much of it there is in the world, and how the actions of humans change how water moves in the world. Tess has been spending a lot of time doin…

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My Grandmothers Hands - Book Review 29:25

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What if healing racialized trauma could start with your own body? In this deeply insightful episode, hosts Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos dive into My Grandmother’s Hands by Resmaa Menakem, exploring the powerful intersection of somatics, trauma, and generational conditioning. Through honest reflection, personal stories, and practical somatic prac…

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823: Probing Protein Dynamics from Molecular Switches to Shape-Changing Viral Particles - Dr. Ganesh Anand 41:11

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Dr. Ganesh Anand is an Associate Professor of Chemistry as well as Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at The Pennsylvania State University (or Penn State University) at the University Park campus. He is also an elected Board Member of the International Society for Hydrogen/Deuterium Exchange Mass Spectrometry (HDX-MS). Research in Ganesh’s lab exam…

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Tapping into Endless Confidence 37:37

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What if confidence isn’t something you build but something you tap into—like a tree effortlessly growing through solid rock? In this enlightening episode, Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos unpack the surprising truth about confidence. From the hidden impact of core limiting beliefs to the power of natural laws, they reveal how true, lasting confidenc…

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822: Using Lake Sediments to Get to the Core of Key Issues in Ecology and Conservation - Dr. Jacquelyn Gill 51:57

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Dr. Jacquelyn Gill is an Assistant Professor of Paleoecology and Plant Ecology at the University of Maine. Jacquelyn is a paleoecologist. She studies ecology and climate change over the past 20,000 years since the end of the ice age. This involves taking a forensics-like approach to analyzing the sediments and fossil records in lakes and bogs that …

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Evolving the Conversation on Coaching for Emotional Reactivity 32:27

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Ever feel like your emotions hijack the moment before you even know what hit you? You’re not alone—and it’s not your fault. In this episode, Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos crack open the misunderstood world of emotional reactivity with humor, heart, and science-backed insights. From decoding what emotional reactivity really means (spoiler: it’s no…

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Episode 115: Creationism 101: Creation Ex Nihilo 52:40

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We’re resuming our Creationism 101 series! In this episode, we take a look at the doctrine called creatio ex nihilo. Is it really important that God created everything from nothing? Paul and Todd review all the biblical passages that support creation from nothing and how the early church supported this doctrine. The power of our God is manifested i…

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821: Illuminating the Quantum Physics of Ultracold Atoms - Dr. Chad Orzel 40:20

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Dr. Chad Orzel is the R. Gordon Gould Associate Professor of Physics at Union College. He is also author of the popular science books How to Teach Physics to Your Dog, How to Teach Relativity to Your Dog, Eureka: Discovering Your Inner Scientist, and the soon-to-be-released book Breakfast with Einstein: The Exotic Physics of Everyday Objects. In ad…

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Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art - Book Report 36:44

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Ever thought your breathing habits might be messing with your sleep, mood, weight, or even your jawline? In this lively and eye-opening episode of the Somatic Coaching Academy Podcast, hosts Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos dive into the surprising science behind Breath by James Nestor. From sleep tape experiments and nasal muscle workouts to how br…

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820: Studying the Molecular Information Cells Use to Move Through Their Environments - Dr. Michelle Starz-Gaiano 36:14

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Dr. Michelle Starz-Gaiano is Professor and Chair of Biological Sciences at the University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC). Michelle’s research uses fruit flies to examine how cells in the body go to the right place at the right time. Understanding why and how cells use their genetic information to move through the body is critical because if th…

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How Coaches Can Help Their Clients Declare Independence from Self-Judgment 32:33

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Ever feel like the harshest critic in your life is... you? In this heartfelt and eye-opening episode of the Somatic Coaching Academy Podcast, hosts Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos explore what it really means to declare independence from self-judgment. From uncovering where these critical inner voices come from to sharing raw personal stories and o…

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Episode 114: After the Flood 3: Filling the Earth 49:18

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How did slow animals like sloths get from Noah's Ark in the mountains of Ararat to the jungles of South America? Is that a death blow to creationist thinking? Paul and Todd give some basic answers to this question and more in their latest episode as they wrap up their short series describing the world after the Flood. Listen in on their conversatio…

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819: Making Great Leaps Studying the Ecology and Evolutionary Biology of Tropical Frogs - Dr. Maureen Donnelly 49:41

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Dr. Maureen (Mo) Donnelly is a Professor of Biology and Associate Dean for Graduate Studies in the College of Arts and Sciences at Florida International University (FIU). She is also a Research Associate in the Department of Herpetology at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City. Mo studies amphibians like frogs and toads. These org…

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Key Lessons from a Kripalu Core Centering Retreat 36:00

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Ever wonder what peanut butter bars, gong baths, and somatic transformation have in common? In this laughter-filled episode of the Somatic Coaching Academy Podcast, hosts Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos take you behind the scenes of their recent Core Centering Practitioner Training retreat at Kripalu. From the magic of communal meals to the science…

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818: Shining Light on the Exciting Capabilities of Quantum Computing - Dr. Mark Saffman 35:07

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Dr. Mark Saffman is a Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He received is B.Sc. with honors in Applied Physics from the California Institute of Technology. Mark’s research focuses on quantum computing. He and his colleagues are trying to build a new kind of computer called a quantum computer that can solve …

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How Coaches Can Help Solve Their Clients' Motivational Conflicts 38:22

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Is your client stuck, overwhelmed, or sabotaging their own goals—despite saying they want change? Chances are, they’re experiencing a motivational conflict—and most coaches aren’t trained to spot it. In this insightful and entertaining episode, Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos unpack the three levels of motivation that drive human behavior: away fro…

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Episode 113: After the Flood 2: Diversity of Life 52:43

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Just what are created kinds anyway? The created kind forms a central part of creation biology, and kinds can even be used to construct a simple post-Flood chronology. In this new episode in our "After the Flood" series, Todd and Paul talk us through all the ins and outs of created kinds. If you've ever wondered what kinds are and how they relate to…

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817: Creating New Cancer Models and Advancing Regenerative Medicine - Dr. Luiz Bertassoni 43:00

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Dr. Luiz E. Bertassoni is the founding director of the Knight Cancer Precision Biofabrication Hub and Professor in the Division of Oncological Sciences at the Knight Cancer Institute, where he is also co-section head for Discovery and Translational Oncology. He is also faculty in the Department of Biomedical Engineering, the Cancer Early Detection …

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Can you really trust your intuition? 28:26

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Ever wondered if you can truly trust your intuition—or if it's just your subconscious fear wearing a clever disguise? In this thought-provoking episode of the Somatic Coaching Academy Podcast, hosts Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos unpack the real nature of intuition—what it is, where it comes from, and how you can tell the difference between an int…

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816: Deciphering Genetic Variations in Bacteria that Lead to Disease - Dr. Shannon Manning 35:55

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Dr. Shannon Manning is a Michigan State University (MSU) Foundation Associate Professor in the Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics. The goal of Shannon’s research is to understand how pathogens (bacteria or viruses) cause disease in people. How likely a person is to get sick may be due to the different types of pathogens they are expo…

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Debunking the Myth of Negativity Bias 25:45

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Is “negativity bias” keeping you stuck—and is it even real? In this thought-provoking episode of the Somatic Coaching Academy Podcast, Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos unravel the science behind so-called "negative thinking" and challenge the widely accepted concept of the negativity bias. Drawing on neuroscience, personal stories, and their signatu…

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Episode 112: After the Flood 1: The Earth Recovers 50:17

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Ever wonder what happened after the Flood? In this first episode of a three-part series on the world after the Flood, Paul and Todd present a basic outline of the geology and climate as the world recovered from the greatest catastrophe it has ever suffered. The ground was shaky, giant volcanoes blew their top, and it rained a lot! The aftershocks o…

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815: Fascinated by the Effects of Material Properties on the Form and Function of Fishes - Dr. Adam Summers 50:02

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Dr. Adam Summers is a Professor in the School of Aquatic and Fisheries Sciences and Department of Biology at the University of Washington, and he conducts research in his lab within the Friday Harbor Laboratories there. With a background in engineering and mathematics, Adam works on applying engineering and physics principles to living systems. He …

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You²: A High-Velocity Formula For Multiplying Your Personal Effectiveness in Quantum Leaps - Book Report 31:57

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What if the only thing standing between you and your biggest breakthrough is… trying too hard? 🤯 In this episode of the Somatic Coaching Academy Podcast, hosts Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos dive into You² by Price Pritchett—a tiny book with a massive message about making quantum leaps in your personal and professional life. Forget step-by-step pr…

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814: Uncovering the Secrets of Ancient Creatures By Studying Fossils and the Fossilization Process - Dr. Sarah Gabbott 51:23

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Dr. Sarah Gabbott is a Professor of Palaeontology in the School of Geography, Geology, and the Environment at the University of Leicester. She is also Director of Green Circle Nature Regeneration CIC, a non-profit organization in the UK, and she is co-author of the recently released book Discarded: How Technofossils Will be Our Ultimate Legacy. As …

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How Leaders Can Turn Around Loss of Employee Purpose at Work 25:20

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Is your team quietly disengaging while still clocking in every day? You’re not imagining it — and you’re not alone. In this eye-opening episode, hosts Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos dive into the growing phenomenon dubbed The Great Detachment. Inspired by new Gallup research, they unpack the real reasons employees are losing their sense of purpose…

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Episode 111: Creationists Explain the Paris Basin! 1:13:05

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Geologists Marcus Ross and Tom Zoutewelle join Paul and Todd in this special episode! Last year, Paul and Marcus attended a creationist conference in France with Tom, and in this episode Todd learns all about French geology. What sort of rocks can we see in the Paris Basin? What is the Paris Basin anyway? How does the Paris Basin display the geolog…