Ologies (podcast)

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Ologies with Alie Ward
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Presentation
Hosted by Alie Ward
Genre Science
LanguageEnglish
UpdatesWeekly
Production
Theme music composed by Nick Thorburn
Publication
Original release2017–present
Related
Website www.alieward.com/ologies

Ologies with Alie Ward, also known as Ologies, is a weekly science podcast hosted by Alie Ward. Each episode, Ward interviews an expert from a distinct scientific field (somnology, bryology, philematology, etc.). [1] Ologies is usually one of the top three science podcasts on Apple Podcasts. [2] It is often cited by university newspapers and blogs as an example of how to make science communication more accessible and interesting. [3] [4] [5]

Contents

When recording the episodes, Ward aims to avoid "expert sound bites" in favor of a more conversational tone, and she cuts in segments to explain concepts that her guests introduce. [6]

History

Ward first had the idea for the podcast in 2002. [2] Further inspiration built when a visit to the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County in 2013 led into a weekly volunteer shift and a career change into science communications for Ward. [7] After building a following on Patreon, [8] Ward launched Ologies in 2017. [2] By February 2021, Ologies released more than 130 episodes and acquired more than 50 million downloads. [2]

In July 2021, Ologies began releasing shortened versions of classic episodes called "Smologies." Edited specifically for classrooms, Smologies episodes run roughly 20 minutes, and do not have profanity. [9]

Awards and recognition

See also

References

  1. ↑ "Ologize With Alie Ward". Wisconsin Public Radio. September 4, 2020. Retrieved May 11, 2021.
  2. 1 2 3 4 Ito, Robert (February 25, 2021). "'Ologies' Host Alie Ward Is Making Science Wonderfully Entertaining". Los Angeles Magazine. Retrieved May 11, 2021.
  3. ↑ Burns, Lexey (January 22, 2023). "Ologies has something for the scientist in all of us". The Varsity. Retrieved September 21, 2023.
  4. ↑ Mattoon, Ellie Rose (February 9, 2023). "Five science podcasts to listen to while you pipette". The Johns Hopkins News-Letter. Retrieved September 21, 2023.
  5. ↑ Ancona, Emily (November 11, 2022). "Three Ways to Engage Students in Real-Life Science". Loyola University of Maryland School of Education. Retrieved September 21, 2023.
  6. ↑ Rajan, Kanaga (February 1, 2024). "Alumna's authentic curiosity leads to science podcasting success". SF State News. Retrieved May 21, 2024.
  7. ↑ Chang, Alisa (September 11, 2023). "All Things Considered: How a friendly museum tour invite shifted 'Ologies' podcast host Alie Ward's life". National Public Radio . Retrieved September 21, 2023.
  8. ↑ Locker, Melissa (February 3, 2021). "Alie Ward's Listeners Truly Love Ologies". Timber. Retrieved September 23, 2022.
  9. ↑ "Smologies #1: THE MOON". alieward.com. July 18, 2021. Retrieved September 23, 2022.
  10. ↑ "The 50 Best Podcasts to Listen to Right Now". Time. December 20, 2019. Retrieved September 21, 2023.
  11. ↑ "2022 iHeartRadio Podcast Awards: See The Full List of Winners". iHeart. Retrieved March 31, 2022.
  12. ↑ "Top Best Host: Podcasts". The Webby Awards. Retrieved September 14, 2022.
  13. ↑ "SmartLess Wins Webby's Podcast Of Year; Audible First Podcast Company To Be Honored". podcastnewsdaily.com. April 23, 2023. Retrieved July 28, 2025.
  14. ↑ "The 23 Best Podcasts of 2023". Town & Country. December 15, 2023. Retrieved May 21, 2024.
  15. ↑ "Science & Technology Podcast in Social Media - Shorty Awards". The Shorty Awards. Retrieved June 19, 2024.
  16. ↑ Centeno, Tony M. (March 10, 2025). "2025 iHeartPodcast Awards: See The Full List Of Winners". iHeartRadio. Retrieved July 28, 2025.
  17. ↑ "The 100 Best Podcasts of All Time". Time. July 23, 2025. Retrieved July 28, 2025.
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