Backyard Philosophy Podcast

Does Birth Order Matter?

We have all heard the stories that youngest gets away with the most, the oldest is the more mature. Well this week Mike and Nick investigate the science of these stereotypes. Is your destiny pre-determined by your birth order, do you siblings have now a reason why they are they way the are. Join us this week in this almost pseudo-science field with surprising evidence.  

Definition of Insanity Mini Episode #4

In this weeks episode Mike explains his opposing view on a famous quote of; "Insanity: doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results." - Albert Einstein. Join us this episode as Mike tries to explain why he disagrees with that quote and mind set to Nick. And how simply doing the same thing over and over again may not be as crazy as one might think.

OVERPOPULATION Episode #15

Nick and Mike talk about the growing problem of overpopulation. How overpopulation is coming, how it will lead to a list of problems; Food Production, Water Wars, Migration, Pollution and how overpopulation will change the way humanity lives. Join us this week as we bring the issues to the for front, what the world is doing to try to fix this problem and possible solutions for the future. 

1800 Election Mini Episode #3

Join us this week with another mini episode, talking about one of the first presidential election. And the first presidential tie! Nick and Mike discuss how this new America era of being a democratic republic. Duels slander and back door deals in one of the earliest presidential election.

Artificial Intelligence Episode #14

Is Artificial Intelligence our savior or our demise? Will Artificial Intelligence solve our problems or will replace humans? Join us this episode as Nick and Mike talk about what A.I. is, how it learns, where its going to be used and the possible future of Artificial Intelligence in society. Artificial Intelligence is coming and is a deep complex issue. Hopefully you learn a little about A.I. and get some laughs along the way.

Salem Witch Trials Mini Episode #2

With Halloween right around the corner, and perhaps nothing is more Halloween than Witchcraft. Join us in this spooky episode, as Mike and Nick talk about the infamous Salem Witch Trials. Hear how dozens of people were hunted and tried of witchcraft and how this moment will forever live in history. 

Behind the Scenes Episode #13

This week, is a little different from normal episode. This episode Nick and Mike give a behind the scenes look, on how they got into podcasts, how they started the podcast and how they do a podcast. Join us as we talk about the trails and tribulations of figuring out equipment, uploading and our research methods. 

Fear Mini Episode #1

We are tying something new! With the addition of the normal weekly episodes, will we be creating bonus mini episode for you, the listener to enjoy. Come join us in this ride as Nick and Mike discuss fear, both on a physical level and an emotional level. With Halloween right around the corner learn about what happens in your body when you are afraid and some ways Nick and Mike overcome their own Fears.

The Science of Dreams Episode #12

Fall deep down the rabbit hole this episode, as Nick and Mike investigate and discuss dreams and nightmares. What are the meaning behind dreams, the different type of dreams and why dreams happens. In ancient times our ancestors thought dreams as a gateway to other worlds, and in modern times scientist are working on recording your dreams for others to see. Join us this week with the Science of Dreams.

De-Extinction Episode #11

In this weeks episode, Mike and Nick talk about the ethics, implementation and effects it would have on the world of bringing back an extinct species. As technology progresses the reality of bringing back an extinct species is become more and more of a reality. Will humanity save the world by bringing back the dead, will Jurassic Park become a real place. Join us this episode in this complicated issue.