Backyard Philosophy Podcast

Julius Caesar vs Pirates

What happens when one of the worlds historically powerful man, a man who command armies all of rome herself, is captured by a ship full of pirates. Now what happens when that man Julius Caesar has not gained political power or military power yet and is still captured by pirates. Join Nick and Mike on this historical event that shows how dangerous the ancient world truly was.

Renewable Energy Vs Green Energy

From dams, wave energy and quantum energy, Nick and Mike continue their discussion about new forms of green energy. What is the difference between green energy and renewable energy? How and where can such forms of energy can be implemented.  

The War Between Birds & Skyscrapers

We all know given enough time water will erode the mightiest mountains to pebbles, and apparently… birds think they can do the same to skyscrapers. Today I am going to tell you the on going war between buildings and birds.

Renewable Vs Green Energy

Many of us associate renewable with green but that is not always the case. There are big differences between the two and there are many forms of different energy source. Join Nick and Mike this episode as they discuss different types of energy sources, their pros their cons, where they can be implemented and the truth behind many energy sources on how they impact the world.

Gravity As A Telescope

Many of us wish to travel the stars and see new planets. To colonize and begin new worlds that are lightyears away. But in order to find these distant celestial bodies we must pierce deep into the void of space. How do scientists take telescopes and view planets millions of lightyears away. Through Gravity. And before I tell you how us humans are using stars to see planets.

The Cyborgs Among Us

In this episode Mike and Nick talk about the history of prosthetics, where modern cyborg technology is. Brand new cyborg technology that is being made and fused with humans. And where the future of both the cyborg technology and the human race is heading. Join us this episode as we discuss, men you can see color with sound, robotic arms capable of breaking through walls and governments able to control a persons emotions. 

How a Hadron Collider Works

Since the beginning of the human race, we have looked at the stars and ponder. What is this world, this universe? What makes up the things we hold in our hands and why do they exist? And occasionally just occasionally you get to figure out the universe by smashing things together. Today we are going to be talking about Hadron Colliders and how they work?

Life After Prison

Tens of thousands of people are entering and in prison. But what happens after they get released? How does one re-enter society, what is the process after leaving prison, and what is life like during parole? Join Nick and Mike this episode as we talk about released prisons rights, job market and how the parole system works.

Tricking The French To Eat Potatoes?

In one time or another we’ve all been picky eaters, whether as children not wanting to eat our vegetables or as adults with simply not liking a condiment or type of dish. But in extreme scenarios when you are starving to death and looking for food for your family you will eat the food you distain, you will eat just about anything. Well… unless you are the French, in which case you have to be tricked not to starve to death. This episode I am going to be talking about the man that tricked the French people into eating potatoes.

Where To Build New Cities?

The world's population is growing exponentially, and many different countries are preparing for this human growth by building new cities and renovating existing ones. In this episode Nick and Mike discuss current cities being planed and built. Where they are being placed, why they are being put there and where and why cities should be put in certain locations.