Learn It from a Layman

The Basics of Probability

How likely are you to get in a car accident? What effect does a past event have on the probability of a future event? What is the Monty Hall problem and can we make any sense of it? Did Disney have it right about sports teams and feel-good moments all along? What is a random event vs a deterministic event? Come learn about probability theory with us.

The Basics of Astronomy

We tackle the basics of astronomy. How many planets are there really? How big is the sun in relation to other stars? How big is our galaxy? How fast is the earth moving? Where is the nearest planet out of our solar system and how likely is it that we'll be able to travel there? Come learn all about our place in the universe.

Medical School

We discuss all things medical school related with Dr. Jonny Neilson. How do you prepare for the MCAT? How do you raise your score on a standardized test? What can set your medical school application apart? What's the difference between a DO and an MD? How can you get medical school paid for? Can you become a doctor later in life? Come find out with us.

Mass Spectrometry

Dr. Conner Harper, PhD in Physical Chemistry, joins the crew to discuss and explain mass spectrometry. What are the main parts of a mass spectrometer? What are its every day uses? How do you measure the mass of large molecules? How accurately can it measure small vs large ions? Come learn about this often unfamiliar (to the layman) but widely used tool of physical chemistry.

The Basics of Trigonometry

Come learn about trigonometry. What are the six trigonometric functions and how do they work? How do you measure the distance to a star? How would you ballpark the height of the Eiffel tower without a compass and without Google? Find out with us.

Resumes and Job Interviews

What makes a good resume? How do you make your resume stand out? What are employers looking for? How do you tailor your resume for an specific job? What do you need to do to prep for an interview? Should you or should you not throw something at your interviewer? Join us to learn it from a layman.

Buying a Home

We walk you through the process of buying a home. How do you get the best mortgage? How do property taxes work? What is an adjustable rate mortgage? What are the most important things to consider when buying? Should you pay off your home early? Is a vacation home or a rental property worth buying? Come find out with us.

Car Maintenance

We discuss car maintenance. How often should you change your oil? Is buying higher octane fuel worth the cost? What is knock and how does it affect engine performance? What type of tires should you buy? What does a tire alignment actually do? How do you tell what are necessary repairs vs. optional repairs if you don't think your mechanic is being honest? When and how should you replace an old vehicle and what's the best way to go car shopping?