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SciencetitsS2-5 The Science of TitsEver wondered why mammals are called mammals? Spoiler: it’s all about the milk. In this episode of Sciencetits, we venture into the evolutionary origins of the mammary gland. We trace the timeline back to when glands first started secreting nutritious goo and as the theory goes not just for offspring, long before marketing made cleavage a cultural phenomenon.Where did milk come from? Turns out, it wasn’t invented by cows—it likely began as a skin secretion to keep eggs moist (talk about multitasking). Over millions of years, evolution said, “Let’s make this dinner, for the ki...
2025-11-1745 minSciencetitsS2-4 Bosom BuddiesThis week we dive into the science of friendship and stress. Prompted by a social media post claiming that women’s friendships help them handle stress better, Brenda investigates the origins of this claim—only to discover the cited “recent” study dates back to 2000 and isn’t even primary research.Together, the hosts unpack the “tend-and-befriend” theory, a biobehavioral hypothesis proposed by UCLA researchers that suggests women respond to stress through nurturing and social bonding. The paper, published in Psychological Review, synthesizes findings from psychology, neuroendocrinology, and evolutionary biology, but notably lacks empirical data. Brenda and Frances explore the im...
2025-11-031h 03SciencetitsS2-3 Our guest provides excellent support (like a good bra)!In this unapologetically raw and refreshingly honest episode, Hayley Field—aka the Lifestyle Ninja—joins us to tear down the myths, marketing fluff, and outright nonsense that plague the fitness and wellness industry, especially when it comes to menopausal women. With her signature no-BS attitude and a few well-placed expletives, Hayley dives into what actually works when it comes to managing whole body health—not just chasing abs or step counts.We talk about the importance of integrating physical and emotional wellbeing, and why cookie-cutter fitness plans and “miracle” supplements are just not doing anything good. Hayley shares pra...
2025-10-201h 16SciencetitsS2-2 A bit eclectitThis week Frances gives Brenda a pop quiz on several random topics which caught her eye. From the dichotomy of good and evil in babies to electric animals, here we go! We have also tacked on our first bit of Bonus Content which got us in the right, cheery frame of mind for podcasting! Enjoy!As always if you have questions or suggestions please get in touch!Our email address: Sciencetitspod@outlook.comFollow us on all the socials!Instagram and Tiktok- @sciencetitspodBlueSky...
2025-10-0542 minSciencetitsS2-1 Synergistit Meeting of MindsWelcome Back! We are rested and ready to go after our summer break. We kick off this week with Karin, a toxicologist Frances found synergy with as they kept running into each other at conferences. Our chat just goes to show how different scientific minds impact how we move through the world - but also get sucked in by clever (or nefarious - depending on your point of view) marketing. We cover skincare, muscle care and working out as we age.Also - I do apologise - there may be quite a lot of background noise in...
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Bill Cunningham9-3-25 Bill Cunningham ShowWillie discusses one thing that stopped the Hyde Park Square development with attorney Chris Finney. Also John Lott explains why gun free zones cause mass casualties. Finally WXIX's Brenda Ordonez discusses why 3 Ethiopians were just arrested in Cincinnati.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Bill Cunningham on 700WLW9-3-25 Bill Cunningham ShowWillie discusses one thing that stopped the Hyde Park Square development with attorney Chris Finney. Also John Lott explains why gun free zones cause mass casualties. Finally WXIX's Brenda Ordonez discusses why 3 Ethiopians were just arrested in Cincinnati.
2025-09-031h 38Sciencetits16 - The Breast is Yet to ComeFor our last show before our summer break (we should be back in late August/September), we are chatting to @tobytheneuroscientist, who came across the Sciencetits TikTok FYP feed and Brenda immediately knew it would be great to get him on the show. Toby is a PhD student studying dementia at UCL and his social media content is just...*Chefs kiss.We talk to Toby about how he decided to do his PhD, and what he wants to do with his career, with a little advice thrown in along the way.Including the importance of...
2025-06-301h 01Sciencetits15 - Red all about titIn this fiery episode, the Sciencetits team dives into the burning question: Do redheads really feel more pain? From personal horror stories of dental procedures gone wrong to the surprising science behind red hair and pain perception, this episode explores the genetics, pharmacology, and myths surrounding the MC1R gene and its impact on pain, anesthesia, and sedation.As always if you have questions or suggestions please get in touch! Email: Sciencetitspod@outlook.comInstagram & Tiktok- @sciencetitspodBlueSky - @sciencetitspod.bsky.socialX deactivated because it’s a cesspool due to its...
2025-06-1652 minSciencetits14 - Tits a Mad, Mad WorldThis week we are joined by Mr. Finney as a helper to get through the content Brenda prepared on the Head of the US Department of Health and Human Services. That's right - not a scientist, but someone who leads them, RFK Jr. Its a bit of a doozy really to lay out, but it had to be done. We will touch on his origin story and then talk about his current activities. ALSO - Frances feels famous as she was recognised as "Frances from the podcast!" at her conference a couple weeks ago. So that is...
2025-05-2656 minSciencetits13 - Another great SciencetitThis week I welcome Dr. Sarra Laycock to our show. Dr. Laycock has been a mentor and a friend to me for several years now and I wanted to share her unique perspectives and journey with all of you!We did a interview in the same room for the first time using my new microphone - so that was quite fun - except for all the worrying about making background noise. No links this week as we are just chatting through things but, as always if you have questions or suggestions please get in touch!
2025-05-1257 minSciencetits12 - Tits not Rocket ScienceThis episode we discuss the recent suborbital flight by Blue Origin, which featured an all-female passenger list. The flight, lasting only 11 minutes, apparently aimed to promote STEM education, cultural representation, and scientific research. The public's reaction was mixed, with some viewing it as a marketing stunt and others celebrating the achievement.Its safe to say we are sceptical about the flight's impact, questioning the environmental emissions and the true scientific value of the mission. Also, we discuss the definition of "astronaut" and whether the crew qualifies, given they only reached suborbital space and did 2 days of training...
2025-04-2859 minSciencetits11 - Tit TapesWe are busy, busy, busy in March! So mini episode it is!So enjoy some outtakes and content that hasn't made it into episodes yet!No links this week as its all a bit random.Hope you like it.As always if you have questions or suggestions please get in touch! Email: Sciencetitspod@outlook.comInstagram & Tiktok- @sciencetitspodBlueSky - @sciencetitspod.bsky.socialX deactivated because it’s a cesspool due to its owner.Content outlined and presented by Brenda Finney and Frances Ha...
2025-03-2415 minSciencetits10 - Tits the end of the world as we know itNo, we are not talking about the f&#kery going on in the US. We'll get there when Brenda can do more than scream into the void. This week we are talking paths not taken, anglerfish in the sun and can animals predict the apocalypse. A real mixed bag!As always if you have questions or suggestions please get in touch! Email: Sciencetitspod@outlook.comInstagram & Tiktok- @sciencetitspodBlueSky - @sciencetitspod.bsky.socialX deactivated because it’s a cesspool due to its owner. Content outlined and pr...
2025-03-101h 04Sciencetits9 - Tit or Miss - Beauty is the Wild WestEver heard of a Vampire Facial?Well, until a month ago - Brenda had not. So what a rabbit hole she explored for our topic.We are diving into beauty – specifically the wild stuff people will use for a facial. Hang on to your face rollers and BB creams (are those even used anymore?). Also, listen out for Brenda losing her mind and going on a rant…Enjoy at about 30minutes in!As always if you have questions or suggestions please get in touch!Our email address: Sciencetitspod@outlook.comFo...
2025-02-2453 minSciencetitsEpisode 8 - Heard tit through the grapevineTwo random stories that caught Frances’ eye on social media – and so she asks the question – are they for real? First, the opium poppy, is it actually grown in the UK for the pharma industry? And since we are on the topic of the poppy - can ingestion of poppy seeds cause false positives in drug tests? You'll have to listen to find out! Switching gears, our second story tackles gray hair—specifically, the booming market for “gray hair blocking” supplements like biotin gummies or vitamin B12. As always if you have questions or suggestions please get in touch!Our email...
2025-02-101h 11SciencetitsEpisode 7 - Tit for Tat: Qualitative vs Quantitative ResearchSpecial Guest this week – Dr. Georgia AndersonPart 2 of our conversation with Dr. Anderson – who (if you missed episode 6) has been Dr. Finney’s friend since they were 9 years old. (Go back and listen immediately!)In this episode, Drs Finney and Hall continue their lively conversation with long-time friend and fellow researcher, Dr. Georgia Anderson. Together, they dive into the fascinating world of research methods, exploring how social sciences leverage both qualitative and quantitative approaches to uncover insights about the human experience.Whether you're a researcher, a student, or just curious about how we make...
2025-01-2745 minSciencetitsEpisode 6 - I don't know how she did titSpecial Guest – Dr. Georgia AndersonDr. Anderson has been Dr. Finney’s friend since they were 9 years old. But as awesome as that is, that isn’t the only reason why she is on the podcast this week. She is now an Assistant Professor, but took a rather circuitous route to her education and training. We think her journey highlights that there is no one true way to approach your education and training and hope it can be an inspiration to all.You may notice that Dr. Hall is a bit quieter than usual this week...
2025-01-1338 minSciencetitsEpisode 5- Discussion updatedIf you listened to this episode within the first few hours of release - I apologise I totally uploaded the wrong, un-edited audio!This podcasting stuff isn't for the faint-hearted!In this episode, we start off following up on critical issue of scientific integrity from the last episode. The discussion begins with a recap of their previous episode on fraud in research results, which serendipitously leads to an exploration of a groundbreaking study by Dr. Elisabeth Bik, on image manipulation in scientific publications. Our conversation takes an intriguing turn as they discuss Bik's unexpected...
2024-12-3059 min
SciencetitsEpisode 5 - DiscussionIn this episode, we start off following up on critical issue of scientific integrity from the last episode. The discussion begins with a recap of their previous episode on fraud in research results, which serendipitously leads to an exploration of a groundbreaking study by Dr. Elisabeth Bik, on image manipulation in scientific publications. Our conversation takes an intriguing turn as they discuss Bik's unexpected career path. A microbiologist by training, she has become a world-leading expert in scientific integrity through her meticulous research and commitment to academic honesty.But that career path brings us to a listener...
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SciencetitsEpisode 4 - ResultsThis episode of Sciencetits uses the case of Paolo Macchiarini, a surgeon who promised groundbreaking advances in regenerative medicine but ultimately left a trail of tragedy to kick off a conversation about the pressure to produce results in scientific research. This story reveals that there can be deep issues in scientific research where results are prioritised over integrity. We also look at the broader problem of research misconduct in both academic and pharmaceutical fields. From falsified clinical trials in high-profile cases to manipulated data and billion-dollar settlements, there can be severe consequences of unethical research practices. We...
2024-12-1657 min
SciencetitsEpisode 3 - MethodsIn this episode Frances takes charge (honestly - I can't believe it took her this long 😄) Here we look at methods - what leads us to spot something dodgy? What experiences have we had that prompted us to question the "expert" in front of us on their scientific claims. What gets our science-senses tingling? What causes us to ask so many questions?And the example Frances starts with - Do plants make music? Have a listen and let us know what you think!Access the podcast at:A...
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SciencetitsEpisode 2 - IntroductionIn this episode we dive into one of the most important science books we have ever read! Invisible Women by Caroline Criado Perez. Hear all our thoughts and why we think this should be required reading for absolutely everyone. Access the podcast at:Acast: https://shows.acast.com/sciencetits Patreon: www.patreon.com/Sciencetitspod Our email address: Sciencetitspod@outlook.comFollow us on all the socials!Instagram - @sciencetitspodX (Twitter Forever!) - @sciencetitspodContent outlined and presented by Brenda F...
2024-11-1859 min
SciencetitsEpisode 1 - AbstractHere it is! Our first episode! Entitled - AbstractAnd like any good abstract it has the highlights - who we are, what we are doing, why we are doing it and some content. This week Brenda quizzes Frances on the science of dreams. Join us on the socials! Instagram, X(Twitter Forever) and TikTok: @sciencetitspodWe also have a free Patreon profile you can join and listen to all episodes: patreon.com/Sciencetitspod Content outlined and presented by Brenda Finney and...
2024-11-0537 min
SciencetitsSciencetits Trailer 2Get ready, folks! Dropping next month, it’s the podcast you didn’t know you needed...ScienceTits! Yes, that is right—ScienceTits. And before you ask, we’ll explain the name in our first episode. Spoiler alert: no nudity, but definitely some swearing.Because, hey, scientists swear too!Join Dr. Brenda Finney and her fantastic co-host, Doctor Francis Hall and together, with occasional guests, they’ll tackle your science-based problems.So, if you have a question you want covered, particularly if it is something in your career or training (Under or post grad...
2024-10-2201 min
Reel BritanniaEpisode 152 - Saturday Night and Sunday MorningWelcome to Reel Britannia-a very British podcast about very British movies ...with just a hint of professionalism. Classic kitchen sink drama this week featuring a powerful performance from Albert Finney This week, Scott and Steven are joined by Anthony, the host of the Film Gold podcast Saturday Night and Sunday Morning (1960) Saturday Night and Sunday Morning, released in 1960, still remains one of the finest of the Angry Young Men movies that emanated from England in the late 1950s and ’60s. In his first starring role, Albert Finney played a charismatic man who seems destined to follow in his parents’ and grandparents’ fo...
2024-08-031h 24
SciencetitsSciencetits' first trailerWe are excited to announce the upcoming podcast Sciencetits. This podcast intends to engage, entertain and mentor in and engaging and inspiring way. With hosts Dr. Brenda Finney and Dr. Frances Hall, two experienced scientists (who just happen to have tits) available to answer your questions and help you through those tricky situations that come up when you are working in the scientific arena. Email us at sciencetitspod@outlook.com with your problems, questions or sightings of dodgy scientific claims and we will help you get to the bottom of it.Music from audiojungle.net
2024-07-0201 min
The Proper Full-On Gay Podcast - A Heartstopper PodcastHeartstopper's Darcy Olsson & queer youth homelessness featuring charities Belong To and AKTJoin us for part two of special episodes as we take inspiration from Darcy’s story-line in Heartstopper to explore some of the more painful experiences faced by some LGBTQ+ teens dealing with abuse, the fear of displacement and homelessness.
Joining me this week are Melissa from Queer Homeless Charity AKT as well as Brenda from Queer Youth Charity Belong To. Together we discuss how Darcy’s experiences in Heartstopper mirror a tragic real-life problem for many queer teenagers. According to The Trevor Project’s 2021 National Survey on LGBTQ Youth Mental Health, 28 percent of queer...
2024-05-151h 07
Circle of FellowsCircle of Fellows #100: Insights and Advice from IABC FellowsIt’s hard to believe, but this is the 100th “Circle of Fellows.” To celebrate, we opted to try something new. (Don’t worry, we’ll return to our panel discussion format in March.) We asked our Fellows to contribute their best insights and/or advice in a short video or as text. We got more than we could fit in a single episode! The first batch are in this 100th episode, with the rest set for debut in episode 101, scheduled for February 15 at noon ET.
Sharing their thoughts in this episode are Priya Bates, Lee Hornick, Jennifer W...
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Reel BritanniaEpisode 137 - The Entertainer (1960) Welcome to Reel Britannia-a very British podcast about very British movies ...with just a hint of professionalism. Classic kitchen sink drama this week from John Osborne and Tony Richardson featuring an all-star British cast headed by Laurence Olivier The Entertainer (1960) London schoolteacher Jean Rice (Joan Plowright) returns to her seaside resort hometown at a time of personal crisis. Her father, Archie (Laurence Olivier), is a star on the music hall circuit, but, in the television age, that old-fashioned entertainment is dying out. His second wife, Phoebe (Brenda De Banzie), is o...
2023-05-2952 min
Reel BritanniaEpisode 137 - The Entertainer (1960)Welcome to Reel Britannia-a very British podcast about very British movies ...with just a hint of professionalism. Classic kitchen sink drama this week from John Osborne and Tony Richardson featuring an all-star British cast headed by Laurence Olivier The Entertainer (1960) London schoolteacher Jean Rice (Joan Plowright) returns to her seaside resort hometown at a time of personal crisis. Her father, Archie (Laurence Olivier), is a star on the music hall circuit, but, in the television age, that old-fashioned entertainment is dying out. His second wife, Phoebe (Brenda De Banzie), is openly contemptuous of her husband's many affairs, and his son, Mick...
2023-05-2952 min