The Fear of Science

Announcement - Taking a Break

This is a quick message to let our fans know that we are taking a bit of a break. We are both very much continuing and excited about the show, we just need a bit of time to book some dream guests and brainstorm some new episode ideas. We will be back and look forward to making more episodes soon!

Episode 63 - Fear of Strange Fears 3 with Dessert Before Breakfast

One the latest episode of our sub-series "Fear of Strange Fears" we talk with Mike and Melanie from the Dessert Before Breakfast podcast. Find out which strange fears we each researched and which one none of us would like to wake up and have. 

Episode 62 - Fear of Space with Matthew Cimone

On this episode we talk with Matthew Cimone from the HR MacMillan Space Centre and director of the documentary Chasing Atlantis. We find out why space is scary but also wonderful. 

Episode 61 - Fear of Deep Water with Cori Myka

On this episode, we talk about swimming in deep water with Cori Myka from Orca Swim School in Seattle. We find out why people are afraid of swimming and that you can do swimming lessons online! 

Episode 60 - Fear of Alcohol with Derek Bowlen & Graeme Duffy

On this episode we talk with comedian Graeme Duffy and Derek Bolen from the Brobriety Podcast. We talk about the signs for when you have a drinking problem and how to deal with addiction. 

Episode 59 - The Fear of Immigration with Mo Sibyl

On this episode we chat with Mo Sibyl from the More Sibyl Podcast about immigration and how immigrants are treated. We find out if Canada is a melting pot or a mosaic and the difficulties that immigrants face in Canada and the US. 

Episode 58 - The Fear of Weight (Part 2) with Cristel Moubarak

On our first part 2 episode, we revisit our discussion on weight but this time from a mental heath perspective rather than a societal. We welcome back nutritionist Cristel Moubarak to find out why it's so hard to loose weight and why it's so triggering for people. 

Episode 57 - The Fear of Sex Education with Amy Lang

On this episode we talk with sex educator Amy Lang about the Fear of Sex Education. Why is it so hard to talk about sex, especially with kids? Amy Lang give us some tips on how to have conversations with your kids and why it's important to have the conversation earlier then you think. 

Episode 56 - The Fear of Little People with Christophe Zajac-Denek

On this episode we talk with Christophe Zajac-Denek about Little People. We find out what it's like growing up as a little person and the stigmas and struggles people with dwarfism face. 

Episode 55 - The Fear of Sex Work with Amy Taylor

On this episode we talk with model Amy Taylor about sex work. Where is it legal, why do people hate/fear it and how we can understand it better.