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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Fascinating Frontiers (with minor setbacks): Justin's Sci-Fi Anthology
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In this episode of Curiosity Theory, Dr. Dakotah Tyler (@Dr.Starkid) and Justin Shaifer (@Mr.Fascinate) put Justin’s original sci-fi ideas under the microscope. They walk through first contact, gaseous life, hive minds, solar system sized parties, atmosphere engineering, uploaded ancestors, and the economics of a cloud afterlife. From physics to bi…
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Being 'Tough' Isn't Enough: A Men's Mental Health Toolkit
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In this episode of Curiosity Theory, Dr. Dakotah Tyler and Justin Shaifer talk openly about the challenges men face when it comes to mental health. A lot of conversations about men’s mental health swing between two extremes. One says toughness is all you need. The other says toughness is the problem. The truth is more complex than that, because men…
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Flipping the Script on "Toxic" Traits w/ Maynard
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In this episode of Curiosity Theory, Dr. Dakotah Tyler and Justin Shaifer sit down with Maynard Okereke (aka @hiphopmd) to talk about what it means to lead with curiosity in a world full of noise and how to leverage ambition and drive without burning out. From fighting misinformation to raising curious kids, this episode explores how science, skept…
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Astrology & Astronomy Were Married - Then Astronomy Filed For That D-I-V-O-R-C-E
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Why does astrology still hold so much power in the age of science? In this episode of Curiosity Theory, Dr. Dakotah Tyler (@Dr.Starkid) and Justin Shaifer (@Mr.Fascinate) break down the surprising psychological and cultural forces behind astrology’s popularity. They unpack how it differs from astronomy, how belief systems spread through algorithms,…
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Never Giving up Can Change Your Life: The Bounce Back Blueprint
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In this episode of Curiosity Theory, Dr. Dakotah Tyler and Justin Shaifer open up about what happens when your curiosity fades — and how to get it back. They reflect on burnout, rediscovery, and why staying curious is more than a mindset. It’s a survival strategy. From childhood documentaries to academic setbacks, this episode is packed with real t…
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In this episode of Curiosity Theory, Dr. Dakotah Tyler and Justin Shaifer go deep into the science (and speculation) of alien life. They break down how we search for exoplanets, what biosignatures NASA is actually looking for, and why life doesn’t need to look anything like what we expect. From Venus to Alpha Centauri to unknown surprises, this epi…
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People Trust TikTok over PhDs: The Misinformation Nation
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In this episode of Curiosity Theory, Dr. Dakotah Tyler and Justin Shaifer break down the science of thinking clearly — especially in an online world full of misinformation, pseudoscience, and expert denialism. They talk about how to spot bad logic, why expertise is under attack, and how to stay grounded when even basic truths are constantly questio…
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Is Understanding AI the New Literacy?
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In 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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In 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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In 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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n 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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