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Ask A Biologist Podcast

Ask A Biologist Podcast

Written by: Charles Kazilek (a.k.a. Dr. Biology) - School of Life Sciences Arizona State University
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You have been reading about the biologists behind the Ask A Biologist website. Now you can listen to them on our popular biology podcast show. Dr. Biology has been speaking with many biologists who are discovering new worlds and exploring new frontiers in biology. There are over 100 episodes and we continue to add more interviews. Each show includes a full written transcript and content log. But wait, there's more. Many episodes also have companion content including stories, games, and activities that are available on the Ask A Biologist website to help educators integrate content from each show into the classroom. Teachers and parents of younger students can use the chapter list and transcripts to preselect segments of content from each episode for their students.

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Episodes
  • The Science of Learning Science - Why It Can Feel Hard (and What Helps)

    The Science of Learning Science - Why It Can Feel Hard (and What Helps)
    Apr 28 2026

    From the fear of failure to the pressure of feeling like you don’t belong — what really gets in the way of success, and what can help students push through it?

    In this episode, Dr. Biology talks with Katelyn Cooper from Arizona State University School of Life Sciences about the powerful connection between mental health and learning science.

    You’ll hear why making mistakes might actually be one of the best ways to learn, how labels like “I’m not a science person” can hold us back, and why even professional scientists struggle more than you might think.

    If you’ve ever felt nervous in a science class or wondered if you belong there, this episode is for you.

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    Fail-safe Science - hear how other scientists overcame challenges

    Lab Coat Optional - a podcast to feed more of your science curiosity

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    33 mins
  • Fast Insects, Smart Science: Tiger Beetles Rule

    Fast Insects, Smart Science: Tiger Beetles Rule
    Nov 2 2025

    Tune in and get turned on to the world of tiger beetles! Dr. Biology chats with biologist David Pearson about these colorful sprinters that are not only fun to watch but also important “bioindicators” that help scientists understand the health of habitats. You’ll discover how tiger beetles inspire new designs through biomimicry, and why these tiny speedsters now have their very own celebration—World Tiger Beetle Day, November 11.

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    35 mins
  • Sneezes, Swelling, and Smart Defenses: The Science of Allergies

    Sneezes, Swelling, and Smart Defenses: The Science of Allergies
    Oct 24 2025

    Why do peanuts, pollen, or pet dander make some of us sneeze or swell up—but not others? In this episode, Dr. Biology talks with immunologist Esther Borges Florsheim from Arizona State University to explore how allergies start, why they’re becoming more common, and what’s really going on when your immune system sounds the alarm.

    From sniffles to “no peanuts, please,” get ready to learn how your body protects you—and sometimes overreacts—in surprising ways!

    Read more: Toxic Response
    Immune system comic book: Viral Attack
    Read more: PLOSable science stories

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    36 mins
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