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How Does DAREDEVIL See Without Sight? | Because Science Because Science 2020-07-16 | [ORIGINAL AIR DATE: 4/16/2015] How does DAREDEVIL protect his neighborhood despite being blind? Kyle tells you all about echolocation and how we can all be more Daredevil-like on this episode of Because Science, now airing for the first time on the Because Science Channel.
How Much Would a DEATH STAR Cost? | Because Science Because Science 2020-07-09 | [ORIGINAL AIR DATE: 3/19/2015] What are the costs and energy specifications of the Death Star from Star Wars? It's Imperial Engineering 101 on this episode of Because Science, now airing for the first time on the Because Science Channel.
Can ADVENTURE TIMES Land of Ooo Happen in Real Life? | Because Science Because Science 2020-07-02 | [ORIGINAL AIR DATE: 3/12/2015] ADVENTURE TIME takes place in the Land of Ooo, a post-apocalyptic world one thousand years after a global nuclear war. But how bad would the war have to be to wipe Earth of humanity? Take a trip with us in the Wayback Machine as Kyle explains on this episode of Because Science, now airing for the first time on the Because Science Channel.
Was the T-Rex the First Dangerous Power Walker? Because Science 2020-06-30 | Was the T-Rex and other Theropods more suited to walk than run? Dr. Moo breaks down how we have been lied to about just how fast and how able a T-rex could run or even walk while chasing its next meal.
Is Stranger Things Eleven More Powerful Than A Jedi? | Because Science Because Science 2020-06-25 | [ORIGINAL AIR DATE: 10/26/2017]Star Wars may have Jedi masters of the Force, but could Stranger Things have the real most powerful telekinetic in Eleven? Kyle does some power lifting on this episode of Because Science, now airing for the first time on the Because Science Channel.
Which Ancient Medicines and Treatments Do We Still Use Today? Because Science 2020-06-23 | Medicine and general healing practices have been around for thousands of years, but which of those methods are still used to this day? Dr. Moo breaks down some of the biggest medicines that have stood the test of time and have shaped how we heal people in the modern era.
Could You Implant Memories Into a Blade Runner Replicant? | Because Science Because Science 2020-06-11 | [ORIGINAL AIR DATE: 10/5/2017] If you wanted to create the perfect replicant like in Blade Runner, giving them human memories would be necessary, but is it possible? Kyle racks his brain – and implants memories in yours! – on this episode of Because Science, now airing for the first time on the Because Science Channel.
How a Mass Effect Omni-Tool Would Be a Lightsaber in Real Life! | Because Science Because Science 2020-05-28 | [ORIGINAL AIR DATE: 4/6/2017] Every great sci-fi series has great weaponry and Mass Effect is no different! But could its Omni-Tool resemble another iconic Star Wars weapon in real life? Kyle sheds some light on this episode of Because Science. Never before seen on the Because Science Channel!
Should You Panic About Murder Hornets? Because Science 2020-05-19 | As if people didn't have enough problems, now there are Murder Hornets here to wreck havoc on the environment! Wy are they so dangerous? Are they more dangerous to humans or to other animals? Is there anything we can do to stop this invasion? We break it all down right here.To report an Asian Giant Hornet sighting, contact the Washington State Department of Agriculture Pest Program at 1‑800‑443‑6684, pestprogram@agr.wa.gov or online at agr.wa.gov/hornets.
How Much Does Your “Ghost” Weigh? | Because Science Because Science 2020-05-14 | [ORIGINAL AIR DATE: 3/30/2017] Yikes. Is there after-life weight-shaming, too? Ghost in the Shell shows us a world where people’s consciousness or “ghost” can be downloaded into another more technologically advanced body, but how would that work? Kyle weighs the options on this episode of Because Science, now airing for the first time on the Because Science Channel.
Can Two Snowflakes Be Identical? Because Science 2020-05-12 | No two snowflakes are exactly the same. Can that actually be true? With an extraordinary amount of snowflakes that drop in a single area, how can no two be the same? We break down what might set snowflakes apart even if it means going down to the microscopic level.
Is Rita Repulsas Staff More Destructive Than Her Monsters? | Because Science Because Science 2020-05-07 | [ORIGINAL AIR DATE: 3/23/2017] It’s orbital strikin’ time! The Power Rangers have faced many of Rita Repulsa's ginormous monsters, but could her staff be the real threat? In addition to showcasing his shockingly long locks, Kyle makes the science grow on this episode of Because Science. Never before seen on the Because Science Channel!
Why Do Our Fingers Get Wrinkled in Water? Because Science 2020-05-05 | Have you ever thought "Why do my fingers and toes get all wrinkly when put in water for a long time?" Well we have the answer for you with Dr. Moo! This reaction to water still puzzles scientists to this day, but what are the leading theories? We break it all down right here!
How Many Wonka Fizzy Drinks Would It Take To Float? | Because Science Because Science 2020-04-30 | [ORIGINAL AIR DATE: 9/22/2016]In Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Charlie and Grandpa Joe get lifted into the air thanks to the Wonka’s Fizzy Lifting Drink, but could this work in reality? In honor of the late great Gene Wilder, Kyle takes a fizzy lifted look on this episode of Because Science, now airing for the first time on the Because Science Channel.
Is There a Football Shaped Planet Out There? Because Science 2020-04-28 | While most of the planets we know of are spherical, can a whole planet be shaped by an American Football? We dive into the discoveries of such a planet and why scientists believe how a planet might be shaped this way.
How Many Calories Are in the Stay Puft Marshmallow Man? | Because Science Because Science 2020-04-23 | [ORIGINAL AIR DATE: 10/29/2015] The ghost of Halloweens past takes the form of Kyle Hill. as we look at the biggest piece of candy ever, the Ghostbusters’ STAY PUFT MARSHMALLOW MAN. Kyle examines just how massive and filling he would be, nutritionally speaking, on this episode of Because Science, now airing for the first time on the Because Science Channel.
Is Sleep Paralysis Giving You Night Terrors? | Because Science Because Science 2020-04-16 | [ORIGINAL AIR DATE: 10/8/2015] Remember when Kyle experimented with neckbeardedness? No? Check this out! And simultaneously learn how the paralyzing fear of seeing ghosts, spirits, or alien abductions – documented by many – may have a common explanation. Kyle explains the science of sleep paralysis on this episode of Because Science. Never before seen on the Because Science Channel!
Why is Not Touching Your Face So Hard? Because Science 2020-04-14 | The CDC is giving out a multitude of rules for people to follow to stop the spread of Covid-19, but one of those rules is just so hard to stop. Not touching your face seems like an easy task, but why is this habit so dang hard to break and why is it a big deal if we do touch our face?
When Will We Walk on Mars? | Because Science Because Science 2020-04-09 | [ORIGINAL AIR DATE: 10/22/2015] Remember when The Martian came out and we all started growing potatoes in our own poop? The movie went into great detail about the science of getting to Mars, but how close are we in real life? Kyle sciences the potatoes out of NASA’s plans on this episode of Because Science, airing for the first time on the Because Science Channel.
Why Do We Yawn? Because Science 2020-04-07 | From humans to animals we all have one thing in common, we all yawn! Although, it's still a mystery why we yawn. What is a yawn and why do we do it? Narrated by: Dr. Moo.
The Hive Mind in the Real World | Because Science Because Science 2020-04-02 | [ORIGINAL AIR DATE: 10/1/2015] Hard to believe it’s been over five years since Nerdist Presents: The Hive debuted at Fantastic Fest, but we’re still wondering if there are any NON-evil Hive minds in real life?? Kyle explores real life collective intelligence and swarm science, and it’s totally not about influencers and social media. Never before seen on the Because Science Channel!
What is Brain Freeze? Because Science 2020-03-31 | Ice cream and other frozen treats are some our favorite sweet foods to eat, but why are they so painful? Why do we get brain freeze?
Should You Eat BRAINS? | Because Science Because Science 2020-03-26 | [ORIGINAL AIR DATE: 6/25/2015] It’s been almost five years since we asked if you find the human meals on Hannibal appetizing, and honestly, it’s one of those questions that deserves being reupped now that everyone’s on keto and protein is pricey. But could eating human brains destroy your own? Kyle digs into cannibalism (AND WHY YOU SHOULD NOT DO IT) on this episode of Because Science, airing for the first time on the Because Science Channel.
How Much Plastic Actually Gets Recycled? Because Science 2020-03-24 | To help the environment it is good practice to recycle all the plastic items we use every day, but how much of that plastic actually gets recycled? Let's break down the facts!
We Already Have Human Clones: Identical Twins | Because Science Because Science 2020-03-19 | [ORIGINAL AIR DATE: 6/4/2015]What is nature’s version of human clones? Identical Twins! But, how do they happen? Are they really THAT identical? Di you guys know that the Sklar Brothers once learned that their identities may have been switched in infancy, and neither of them could tell? Kyle explores the science of sameness on this episode of Because Science, airing for the first time on the Because Science Channel.
How to Make Your Own Hand Sanitizer Because Science 2020-03-17 | Keeping your hands clean is the best way to stop the spread of diseases, but what can you do if you are out of soap or hand sanitizer? You can make your own hand sanitizer at home!See a full article about making your own hand sanitizer here on Nerdist.com: nerdist.com/article/heres-how-you-make-diy-hand-sanitizer
ZELDA Timeline According to Quantum Mechanics | Because Science Because Science 2020-03-12 | [ORIGINAL AIR DATE: 2/26/2015]Is there a real way we can have three separate Zelda universes? Kyle makes sense of the Legend of Zelda timeline, wielding the mighty sword of quantum mechanics. This week's Because Science has never been seen on the Because Science Channel. Unless you’re a time traveler from a different branch of the universe, in which case, please tell us the future is not a fiery hellscape.
Do You Need To Worry About the Huge Asteroid Coming Towards Earth? Because Science 2020-03-10 | With the looming threat of an incoming asteroid in our planet’s vicinity, the facts may not be as scary as it seems.For more information: nerdist.com/article/massive-asteroid-passing-earth-april
Real Life CUPID is TERRIFYING! | Because Science Because Science 2020-03-05 | [ORIGINAL AIR DATE: 2/12/2015] We go back in time to 2015, when many of us still believed in the possibility of love and young Kyle Hill’s hair had not yet discovered its superpowers, to ask what Cupid would look like in real life. How would it feel to be struck by one of his arrows? Never before seen on the Because Science Channel, and spoiler alert: It’s a nightmare.
What SONIC Can Do at TOP SPEED? Because Science 2020-02-27 | Just how fast is everyone's favorite hedgehog?
The Flash is the WRONG COLOR Because Science 2020-02-13 | Is the Flash so fast that we've been getting his color's wrong this whole time?
The Supernova Apocalypse Equation | Because Science Footnotes Because Science 2020-02-11 | Kyle chats about the apocalypse, responds to your comments, and more!Follow Kyle Hill: twitter.com/Sci_PhileFollow us on FB: facebook.com/BecauseScienceFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/becausescienceFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/becausescienceFollow Nerdist: twitter.com/Nerdist
How to Kick a Football to Space | Because Science Live! Because Science 2020-01-31 | Grab your new Because Science merch here: shop.nerdist.com/collections/because-scienceSubscribe for more Because Science: http://bit.ly/BecSciSubMore science: http://nerdist.com/topic/science-techWatch more Because Science: http://nerdi.st/BecSciFollow Kyle Hill: twitter.com/Sci_PhileFollow Us: twitter.com/Nerdist
What if the Sun EXPLODED? Because Science 2020-01-30 | What would happen to humanity if the sun went supernova?
Will a Witchers Sword Turn You BLUE? | Because Science Footnotes Because Science 2020-01-28 | Kyle practices his Polish pronunciation, responds to your comments, and more!Follow Kyle Hill: twitter.com/Sci_PhileFollow us on FB: facebook.com/BecauseScienceFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/becausescienceFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/becausescienceFollow Nerdist: twitter.com/Nerdist
Mount Vesuvius Turned Brains Into Glass | Because Science Live! Because Science 2020-01-24 | Grab your new Because Science merch here: shop.nerdist.com/collections/because-scienceSubscribe for more Because Science: http://bit.ly/BecSciSubMore science: http://nerdist.com/topic/science-techWatch more Because Science: http://nerdi.st/BecSciFollow Kyle Hill: twitter.com/Sci_PhileFollow Us: twitter.com/Nerdist
Why Do WITCHERS Use Silver Swords? Because Science 2020-01-23 | A Witcher carries two swords -- one of iron for men and beasts, and the other coated in silver for monsters. But what is it about silver that makes it so good for supernatural slaying? Kyle cuts through the mystery... with science!
How to Calculate an Avalanche | Because Science Footnotes Because Science 2020-01-21 | Kyle introduces you to the word "gigantotherm", responds to your comments, and more!Follow Kyle Hill: twitter.com/Sci_PhileFollow us on FB: facebook.com/BecauseScienceFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/becausescienceFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/becausescienceFollow Nerdist: twitter.com/Nerdist
MORBIUS and Human Echolocation | Because Science Live! Because Science 2020-01-17 | Grab your new Because Science merch here: shop.nerdist.com/collections/because-scienceSubscribe for more Because Science: http://bit.ly/BecSciSubMore science: http://nerdist.com/topic/science-techWatch more Because Science: http://nerdi.st/BecSciFollow Kyle Hill: twitter.com/Sci_PhileFollow Us: twitter.com/Nerdist
How to Make a SARLACC PIT Because Science 2020-01-16 | You might think Star Wars' sarlacc monster is pretty lazy, as it spends most of its life at the bottom of a hole waiting for food to fall in its maw. It turns out that it's actually a very clever engineer -- and Kyle has the physics to prove it!
Making a Sarlacc Ball Pit | Because Science Footnotes Because Science 2020-01-14 | Kyle designs a Star Wars-themed ball pit, responds to your comments, and more!Follow Kyle Hill: twitter.com/Sci_PhileFollow us on FB: facebook.com/BecauseScienceFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/becausescienceFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/becausescienceFollow Nerdist: twitter.com/Nerdist
That British Astronaut is Wrong About Aliens on Earth | Because Science Live! Because Science 2020-01-10 | Grab your new Because Science merch here: shop.nerdist.com/collections/because-scienceSubscribe for more Because Science: http://bit.ly/BecSciSubMore science: http://nerdist.com/topic/science-techWatch more Because Science: http://nerdi.st/BecSciFollow Kyle Hill: twitter.com/Sci_PhileFollow Us: twitter.com/Nerdist
How to Fall from ANY HEIGHT and Survive Because Science 2020-01-09 | Some creatures can theoretically survive a fall from ANY height. How? Kyle explains the science of fall damage.
Will Ant-Man Drown in a Drop of Water? | Because Science Footnotes Because Science 2020-01-07 | Kyle performs an astronomical reading, responds to your comments, and more!Follow Kyle Hill: twitter.com/Sci_PhileFollow us on FB: facebook.com/BecauseScienceFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/becausescienceFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/becausescienceFollow Nerdist: twitter.com/Nerdist
How to Make a WITCHER with Science Because Science 2020-01-02 | Being a Witcher means walking a path of monsters and magic, but is there a way to make a Geralt of Rivia... for real?
AI-Controlled Fish-Cleaning Laser Robots | Because Science Footnotes Because Science 2019-12-31 | Kyle tries to spread New Year's cheer with statistics, responds to your comments, and more!Follow Kyle Hill: twitter.com/Sci_PhileFollow us on FB: facebook.com/BecauseScienceFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/becausescienceFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/becausescienceFollow Nerdist: twitter.com/Nerdist
Volcano Lairs are a TERRIBLE Idea (feat. xkcd) Because Science 2019-12-26 | Inside a volcano may seem like the perfect place to stage supervillain schemes, but is it actually one of the worst possible places for your base?You can order Randall’s fantastic new book HOW TO here: penguinrandomhouse.com/books/576760/how-to-by-randall-munroe/?ref=PRH821F968892&aid=49120&linkid=PRH821F968892&pdivflag=1
The Sound of FORCE THUNDER | Because Science Footnotes Because Science 2019-12-24 | Kyle celebrates the holidays with squid brains, responds to your comments, and more!Follow Kyle Hill: twitter.com/Sci_PhileFollow us on FB: facebook.com/BecauseScienceFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/becausescienceFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/becausescienceFollow Nerdist: twitter.com/Nerdist
How Does FORCE LIGHTNING Work? (Star Wars SCIENCE) Because Science 2019-12-19 | How does Force Lightning work, and how powerful would it have to be to fry up some Jedi?This video is made in paid partnership with EA. Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order is available now on Xbox One, PS4, and PC: http://bit.ly/35rHnel
