Ever wondered how that ol’ noggin of yours works? You have? That’s great because we have an expert on brains, comedian Jono Zalay! He will guide us as we examine all the parts of the brain, explore the myth that women have smaller brains, and talk about cocaine rats.
You’d be surprised how often you tell the truth. Actress Missi Pyle joins Tig, Kyle, David, and Aaron to talk about being honest. Missi tells us about her problem with lying as a child, struggling with kitten lies, and how Karma & poo lead her to stop lying. Every one also shares stories of stealing as children, wetting the bed, and perform a scene from bare: The Musical! Honestly, this episode is nothing short of extraordinary!
David and Aaron reunite with Tig and Kyle in the East Coast hatch and welcome expert voter Wyatt Cenac for a discussion about elections! After a whisper meeting they talk about what the steps are to getting elected, the importance of debates today, and how personality is a major part of the presidency. Also, Abraham Lincoln, Elmo, and Bill Cosby stop by to weigh in on some debate topics!
Recover from a long day with today’s episode of Professor Blastoff! David shares a story of recovery from his youth and Tig & Kyle call in from New York to tell us how they recovered from Hurricane Sandy. Plus, we talk about sometimes having to make little kitten lies and the importance of being honest. Be sure to get your tickets for our first LIVE show November 17th in New York at The Bell House!
Professor Blastoff: Best of… Part 1
Relive the best moments of Professor Blastoff (thus far) or listen to them for the first time! Join Tig, Kyle, and David as they give us an update that will be sure to make you smile. Don’t forget to get your tickets for our first LIVE show November 17th in New York at The Bell House!
Professor Blastoff: Global Warming
Things heat up as Green Circle award winner Steven Yates returns to talk Global Warming on today’s Professor Blastoff! Steven joins Tig, Kyle, and David to discuss some of the many causes of global warming, adapting to the continually changing climate, and if we should enjoy this interglacial period. Also, Kyle shares a story about one of the worst moments in his life involving a dog and an elevator.
Hey Blastronauts! Our resident researcher Aaron Burrell has taken up Tig’s challenge to talk for a full hour by himself on today’s very special episode all about Star Trek! Join Aaron as he gives us some history on Gene Roddenberry, discusses the many themes of the show such as immortality, describes how Star Trek has influenced much of today’s technology, explores the arc of Deep Space Nine, and tries to use several Words of The Day along the way.
Here’s a friendly reminder to not forget to listen to this week’s Professor Blastoff! Kyle calls in from New York to share his recent embarrassing experience with pot and we check in with the professor to discuss memory. The gang recalls their earliest childhood memories, talk about short term vs. long term memory, and explore the pros and cons of reminiscing.
Professor Blastoff: Expectations/Tig Update
Expect the unexpected on today’s Professor Blastoff! Kyle joins us via phone call to share a story about his recent gig for Nickelodeon, we catch up with Tig’s recuperation, and hear an important announcement. Tig, Kyle, and David check in with the professor to have a discussion about expectations. We talk about preparing for the worst, the thrill of anticipation, and balancing high & low expectations.
It’s more money, more problems on this week’s Professor Blastoff! We are joined by a professional money person, CPA Richard Bowen to discuss the definition of wealth. Richard shares tips on how to avoid debt, talks about the dumb things people do with their money, how the most valuable thing we have is time, why credit scores are a joke, and the Indian food crisis. We also explore the idea of what we’ll do with an unlimited amount of money.
