Season 5 Episode 34: Exploring Astrophysics, Rescue Dogs and the World of Social Media with Dr. Jess Maddox

Ready to embark on an exciting journey through astrophysics, canine psychology, and the captivating world of social media? Well, fasten your seatbelts because we're blasting off into NASA's latest mission, the Osiris Rex, and discussing a recent eye-opening study about rescue dogs versus non-rescue dogs. We've also got the brilliant Dr. Jess Maddox on board, who enlightens us on the science of social media!Navigating the ever-evolving landscape of social media can be daunting, but don't worry, we're here to guide you through it! We'll discuss the challenges of keeping up with the newest trends and the importance of not tying ourselves down to a single platform. Moreover, we'll delve into the impact of social media, its potential as a power for good and a source of danger, 'pile on culture', and the importance of holding people accountable for their actions online. As we wrap things up, we turn our focus to the joys of hobbies and activities that keep us both mentally and physically robust. From Peloton workouts to TikTok content that sparks joy, we'll chat about it all.So join us, as we traverse through the fascinating realms of science, social media, and pet stories!Dr. Maddox on Twitter:https://twitter.com/drjessmaddoxThe Doc's newsletter!https://theinternetuserexperience.substack.com/Bunsen and Beaker Links:Save 10% at Bark and Beyond with the coupon code BUNSEN!The 2024 Bunsen and Beaker Calendar is ready to order!The Ginger Stuffie is on presale so check the link here!Join The Paw Pack to Support The Show!https://bunsenbernerbmd.com/pages/paw-pack-plus-communityOur Website!The Bunsen and Beaker Website has adorable merch with hundreds of different combinations of designs and apparel- all with Printful- one of the highest quality companies we could find!www.bunsenbernerbmd.comSign up for our Weekly Newsletter!Bunsen and Beaker on Twitter:Bunsen and Beaker on TikTok:Bunsen and Beaker on FacebookSupport the Show.For Science, Empathy, and Cuteness!Being Kind is a Superpower.https://twitter.com/bunsenbernerbmd