Ologies with Alie Ward
Volcanoes. Trees. Drunk butterflies. Mars missions. Slug sex. Death. Beauty standards. Anxiety busters. Beer science. Bee drama. Take away a pocket full of science knowledge and charming, bizarre stories about what fuels...
AI overview.Alie Ward is a humorist, science correspondent, and independent podcast creator, known for her engaging ability to blend humor with scientific inquiry. With a k…
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On the show
- Dr Caroline Melly2 eps
- Dr Ziva Cooper2 eps
- Monica Christmas2 eps
Also: Mary Claire Haver, David Bashwiner, Rachel Zoffness, Jessica Goodheart, Terry Gosliner, Dr Imogene Cancellare, Zachary Rubin, Carmen Fong, Joe Cunningham, Kule Haynes, Dr Adam Becker, Ariel Waldman, Cyler Conrad, Tara Gomez, Mireia Taribó, André Hueston Mack, Dacher Keltner
Audience Interest
- science topics and discoveries
- humorous storytelling
Podcast Focus
- interviews with various experts
- exploration of scientific concepts
Publishing Consistency
- over 500 episodes produced
- active for 8 years
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- 🇺🇸United States · ScienceHOME#6570K to 3.0M
- 🇨🇦Canada · Science#1112K to 593K
- 🇲🇽Mexico · Science#339K to 207K
- 🇮🇳India · Science#918K to 96K
- 🇰🇷South Korea · Science#514K to 74K
- Per-Episode Audience
Est. listeners per new episode within ~30 days
833K to 4.4M🎙 Daily cadence·530 episodes·Last published 1w ago - Monthly Reach
Unique listeners across all episodes (30 days)
2.8M to 15M🇺🇸68%🇨🇦13%🇲🇽5%+7 more - Active Followers
Loyal subscribers who consistently listen
1.5M to 8.1M113K real followers tracked across platforms
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 10/14/26 | Orcinology (KILLER WHALES) with Jorge Vélez-Juarbe | Punted seals. Sunken yachts. Beach ambushes. And salmon hats? What’s even happening with killer whales? Are they sadists, or just hungry hungry hippos turned marine mammals? The Natural History Museum of LA County’s marine mammal expert Dr. Jorge Vélez-Juarbe joins the show to chat about peachy babies, how their language is like a trucker radio, tiny whiskers, the formal wear, what’s with the nubbin teeth, if you should go whale watching, pod sizes, Indigenous folklore, captivity struggles, whales that meow, fatty melons and so much more. Also: baby whiskers. Spooktober continues, with these aquatic killers. | 1h 35m 49s | ||||||
| 10/9/26 | Horror Neurobiology (WATCHING SCARY STUFF) with Austin Lim | Thrills. Chills. Hiding behind your hands. It’s officially SPOOKTOBER month with a huge, fascinating (and I promise, mellow) episode on why humans watch horror, and what’s happening in your brain. Not only do we have the author of “Horror on the Brain: the Neuroscience Behind Science Fiction,” neuroscientist Dr. Austin Lim, but this also features CUTS from other episodes to FLESH it all out. Enjoy the political sociology of zombies vs. vampires, feminist body horror, horror as anti-war art, liminal spaces, the best blood in the business, goosebumps and Goosebumps, evolutionary mismatches, why clowns unsettle you, and if horror is having its moment. (Note: it is.) Also, we had to cap this at 2+ hours so if we don’t cover *your* favorite movie or series and you yell at me about it, I will roll my eyes so hard that I will die and then I will haunt you by hiding your car keys. | 2h 17m 31s | ||||||
| 10/3/26 | Relational Psychology (BONDING VIA LAUGHING) with Sara Algoe and Laura Kurtz | Basement card games. Fireside reminiscing. Being forced to learn a dance. Does acting like a cornball matter? Will bits save your life? Yes. I got myself to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to talk with research psychologists Dr. Sara Algoe and Dr. Laura Kurtz, who also run the research collective, The Love Consortium. They’re the team behind studies proving that laughing does predict and enhance lasting social support and lead to longer, better lives. We chat sneaky studies, in person vs. remote hangouts, which came first: the giggle or the oxytocin, which “novel and arousing” activities strengthen relationships, the immersive bonding of a slumber party with people you trust, words vs. actions, laughter amid conflict, and how connecting with old friends can keep you out of the hospital unless you decide to try amateur rodeo night at the fair. | 52m 59s | ||||||
| 9/30/26 | Silicification Geology (OPALS) with Patrice Rey | Gems of lightning and shadows. Rainbow fossils. Underground tunnel homes. Mysterious sedimentary origins. Aboriginal dreamtime stories. Armored snails. Questionable song lyrics. It’s opals, folks. And world expert geophysicist and University of Sydney professor Dr. Patrice Rey is here to talk about why he left France to explore the geological mysteries of the Outback. Should you get an opal engagement ring? Can they get wet? What’s the difference between an Australian and Ethiopian opal? What was one doing in a Kenyan cave 3000 years ago? What’s a Kyoto Opal vs. opalite? And why was your great grandma named Opal? (Cultural warning to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander listeners: this episode mentions names and stories of people who have passed.) | 1h 12m 03s | ||||||
| 9/24/26 | Salixology (WILLOWS & SCULPTURE) with Patrick Dougherty | It’s the Ologies 9th Anniversary episode – and the customary gift is willow. So I reached out to an artist whose work means a lot to me, and convinced world-renowned environmental sculptor Patrick Dougherty to chat about his work, and about willows in general. Twisting and tangling literal tons of willow saplings, Patrick and his crews create huge, site-specific sculptures that look like fantastical buildings, but made almost entirely of sustainably-sourced branches. I’ve loved his work for decades, and this chat was like a kid meeting their basketball hero. We also address: cleaning up ecology with willows, their spine-like roots, why some willows weep, plumbing follies, medicinal uses of willows, why they’re so bendy, the poetry that nature inspires, why sniffing sticks is healthy, the physics of birds’ nests, and reconnecting with the wonder you had as a child. Instant classic. | 1h 13m 33s | ||||||
| 9/16/26 | Extreme Meteorology (EL NIÑO) with Marshall Shepherd | El Niño. La Niña. United Nations Environment Programme doomerism? It’s been a helluva week for Meteorologists and the humans who live on planet Earth, so we made you a fresh episode recorded just days ago with our favorite climate scientist, professor, author, and Weather Geeks podcast host, Dr. Marshall Shepherd. What is going on with this hurricane season? How do Pacific waters affect you all over the globe, what’s behind the headlines of the UN’s “strategic retreat” on climate change mitigation, how have El Niño weather patterns changed over time, what’s dust from Africa got to do with it, should you quit your job and start a roofing company? And if you’re like: dude I don't know if I can handle weather gloom: I implore you to listen so you know the flim-flam, how to read these climate articles in the news, what to tell friends and family who otherwise might not care, and how you can instigate change and keep yourself safe. | 1h 03m 32s | ||||||
| 9/9/26 | meteorologyclimate+3 | Dr. Marshall Shepherd | NASAUniversity of Georgia | — | meteorologyclimate change+5 | — | 1h 16m 07s | ||
| 9/5/26 | party psychologycelebrations+4 | Danielle BrickKelley Gullo-Wight | — | — | party psychologycelebrations+5 | — | 44m 35s | ||
| 9/2/26 | deep sea microbiologyextremophiles+4 | Peter Girguis | Harvard | — | deep seamicrobiology+7 | — | 1h 24m 26s | ||
| 8/26/26 | skunksmephitology+4 | Jerry Dragoo | Pepe Le Pew | — | skunkmephitologist+5 | — | 1h 07m 44s | ||
| 8/19/26 | skunksanimal behavior+4 | Dr. Jerry Dragoo | Institute for the Betterment of Skunks and Skunk Reputations | Albuquerque | skunksMephitology+5 | — | 1h 00m 51s | ||
| 8/12/26 | sleep procrastinationinsomnia+4 | Vanessa “Nessy” Hill | PBSBraincraft | — | sleepinsomnia+5 | — | 1h 37m 32s | ||
| 8/5/26 | hyaenasmatriarchies+3 | Christine Wilkinson | Natural History Museum of Los Angeles CountyPBS+1 | — | hyaenidologymatrilinearity+5 | — | 1h 16m 44s | ||
| 7/30/26 | squirrelsanimal behavior+3 | Dr. Karen Munroe | Baldwin Wallace University | — | squirrelssciuridology+3 | — | 1h 40m 42s | ||
| 7/30/26 | menopauseperimenopause+4 | — | — | — | menopauseperimenopause+5 | — | 46m 16s | ||
| 7/23/26 | menopauseperimenopause+5 | Monica ChristmasMary Claire Haver+1 | Smith CollegeThe New Perimenopause | — | menopauseperimenopause+7 | — | 2h 02m 43s | ||
| 7/15/26 | menopauseperimenopause+3 | Monica ChristmasMary Claire Haver+1 | unPAUSEDThe New Menopause+1 | — | menopauseperimenopause+4 | — | 1h 05m 10s | ||
| 7/10/26 | social anxietyfriendship recession+4 | Nicholas Epley | University of ChicagoA Little More Social | — | social anxietyfriendship recession+5 | — | 50m 18s | ||
| 7/8/26 | Chile peppersCapsicumology+5 | Paul Bosland | New Mexico State’s Chile Pepper Institute | New Mexico | Chile peppersScoville units+6 | — | 1h 27m 14s | ||
| 7/1/26 | societal collapsecomplex societies+4 | Joseph Tainter | The Collapse of Complex Societies | United States of AmericaRoman Empire | societal collapseJoseph Tainter+6 | — | 1h 27m 08s | ||
| 6/28/26 | biomusicologycreativity+4 | Jarrett SleeperDavid Bashwiner | Gaza Hand of Salvation Initiative | — | musiccreativity+5 | — | 55m 11s | ||
| 6/25/26 | biomusicologymusic therapy+4 | David Bashwiner | University of New Mexico | — | biomusicologymusic therapy+6 | — | 1h 32m 53s | ||
| 6/17/26 | coral reefscnidariology+3 | Shayle Matsuda | Finding Nemo | — | coralsunscreen+3 | — | 1h 21m 59s | ||
| 6/10/26 | fatherhoodtoxic masculinity+3 | Darby Saxbe | Dad Brain: The New Science of Fatherhood and How it Shapes Men's Lives | — | fatherhoodtoxic masculinity+3 | — | 1h 21m 22s | ||
| 6/3/26 | awepsychology+4 | Dacher Keltner | UC BerkeleyGreater Good Science Center | — | awepsychology+7 | — | 39m 16s | ||
| 5/27/26 | winemakingenology+4 | Tara GomezMireia Taribó | Camins2Dreams | — | wineenology+7 | — | 1h 13m 24s | ||
| 5/20/26 | wineenology+5 | André Hueston Mack | Enology Methodology | — | wineenology+8 | — | 1h 14m 01s | ||
| 5/14/26 | secretslife advice+3 | — | Hand of Salvation Initiative | — | secretslife advice+3 | — | 53m 01s | ||
| 5/6/26 | turkeysarchaeology+4 | Cyler Conrad | Indigenous cultures | — | turkeysMeleagrology+7 | — | 1h 25m 46s | ||
| 4/29/26 | Antarcticamicroscopic photography+4 | Ariel Waldman | National GeographicLife Unearthed | — | Antarcticaresearch+5 | — | 1h 13m 17s | ||
| 4/22/26 | painpsychology+2 | Rachel Zoffness | Tell Me Where It Hurts | — | Tell Me Where It Hurtspain management+1 | — | 1h 42m 43s | ||
| 4/15/26 | neurodivergencecannabis+8 | Dr Caroline MellyDr Ziva Cooper | UCLACenter for Cannabis and Cannabinoids+3 | — | Entourage Effectmunchie remedies+3 | — | 1h 33m 05s | ||
| 4/8/26 | CannabisTHC+8 | Dr Caroline MellyDr Ziva Cooper | GummiesPre-rolls+3 | — | GummiesPre-rolls+9 | — | 1h 20m 00s | ||
| 4/1/26 | nudibranchsmarine biology+3 | Jessica GoodheartTerry Gosliner | California Academy of Sciencesthe American Museum of Natural History+1 | — | sea slugsCalifornia Academy of Sciences+3 | — | 1h 24m 01s | ||
| 3/25/26 | big catswildlife biology+4 | Dr Imogene Cancellare | — | — | snow leopardscheetahs+3 | — | 1h 25m 28s | ||
| 3/18/26 | allergiesimmunology+2 | Zachary Rubin | EpipenBenadryl+2 | — | dandergluten intolerance+3 | — | 1h 16m 58s | ||
| 3/17/26 | colonoscopycolon cancer+2 | — | colonoscope | U.S. | health tipscancer prevention+1 | — | 37m 16s | ||
| 3/11/26 | colon cancerbutt sex+20 | Carmen Fong | butt plugsfiber supplements+1 | — | healthwellness+1 | — | 1h 27m 33s | ||
| 3/5/26 | quiltingcreativity+1 | Joe CunninghamKule Haynes | quilting toolsneedles+3 | — | rebellioncommunity+1 | — | 34m 55s | ||
| 3/4/26 | quantum ontologyreality+3 | Dr Adam Becker | — | — | astrophysicsphilosophy+2 | — | 1h 19m 38s | ||
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About the show, platforms, and key insights.
Alie Ward is a humorist, science correspondent, and independent podcast creator, known for her engaging ability to blend humor with scientific inquiry. With a knack for making complex topics accessible, she has carved a niche for herself in the podcasting landscape, particularly in the realms of science and culture. "Ologies with Alie Ward" stands out for its unique format where Ward interviews experts across various scientific fields, delving into subjects as diverse as volcanoes and beer science. The podcast combines informative content with a lighthearted approach, presenting listeners with intriguing stories and insights that spark curiosity and promote a deeper appreciation for the world around them. The show appeals to a broad audience, from science enthusiasts to casual listeners seeking entertainment and knowledge. With an estimated 4.9 million to 15 million listeners, they value the blend of humor and education, taking away not just scientific facts but also the charm of personal stories that illuminate the passions of different "ologists."
By the numbers
- Total followers: 120K
- Total plays: 6.0M
- Total reviews: 25K
Platforms
TuneIn
- Followers: 3.4K
Castbox
- Followers: 71K
- Plays: 4.1M
- Reviews: 567
YouTube
- Subscribers: 6.8K
- Views: 1.8M
- Videos: 31
Podcast App
- Followers: 25K
- Reviews: 24K
Podcast Republic
- Followers: 14K
- Reviews: 107
Audience
teens, professionals
Key insights
What the show covers
- interviews with various experts
- exploration of scientific concepts
- light-hearted approach to science
- engaging stories about research
Audience interests
- science topics and discoveries
- humorous storytelling
- cultural discussions
- anecdotes from experts
Platform reach
- available on major podcast platforms
- growing listener base
- accessible via streaming services
- distributed across social media channels
Publishing consistency
- over 500 episodes produced
- active for 8 years
- weekly episode releases
- consistent content delivery
Chart history for Ologies with Alie Ward
Peaked at #1 in Canada, top 10 in 13 of 49 tracked markets, currently #1 in Canada.
| Market | Genre | Peak | Current | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | — | #1 | #1 | — |
| KE | — | #2 | #2 | — |
| Mexico | — | #3 | #3 | — |
| PH | — | #4 | #4 | — |
| South Korea | — | #5 | #5 | — |
| United States | — | #6 | #6 | — |
| New Zealand | — | #6 | #6 | — |
| South Africa | — | #6 | #6 | — |
| NG | — | #8 | #8 | — |
| Australia | — | #9 | #9 | — |
| PT | — | #9 | #9 | — |
| India | — | #9 | #9 | — |
| MY | — | #10 | #10 | — |
| CO | — | #12 | #12 | — |
| Norway | — | #13 | #13 | — |
| United Kingdom | — | #15 | #15 | — |
| Finland | — | #15 | #15 | — |
| IS | — | #15 | #15 | — |
| ID | — | #15 | #15 | — |
| Ireland | — | #16 | #16 | — |
Chart Positions
49 placements across 49 markets.
Chart Positions
49 placements across 49 markets.