The Lab With Brad

The Brothers Barton, talking armchair science from their armchairs. No politics, no guilt trips—it’s science!

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Ep409: Coin flips and clips

Posted April 4, 202400:14:38

Coin flips and clips Join us as we attempt to figure out where the first coins came from. Join us on patreon.com/thelabwithbrad for extra special extra...

Ep 408: Nothing to sneeze at

Posted March 14, 202400:12:10

Nothing to sneeze at If you don’t use gold silver or coins, what does one use for money? Join us on patreon.com/thelabwithbrad for extra special extra...

Ep 407: Why money?

Posted March 7, 202400:15:20

Why money? We take a look at economic activity by nonhumans, and the Incas, with a large empire that never used money. Join us on patreon.com/thelabwithbrad...

Ep 406: On silly names and loud voices

Posted February 29, 202400:13:52

On silly names and loud voices Let’s take a closer look at the sperm whale, with an unfortunate name and the loudest voice in nature. Join us on patreon.com/thelabwithbrad...

Ep 405: On dragons, fire, and breathing

Posted February 15, 202400:17:12

On dragons, fire, and breathing For our last question on DND and fantasy fiction, could any animal ever be able to actually breathe fire? Join us on...