Watch Explain Things To Me

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2016
1 Season

Explain Things To Me is a web series produced by Fullscreen, starring Anna Akana, Brad Gage, and Grant Imahara. The show focuses on explaining complex scientific and technological concepts in an easy-to-understand manner, making it accessible for a wide range of audiences, from tech enthusiasts to those just starting to learn about science.

The hosts tackle a wide range of topics in each episode, exploring themes such as quantum mechanics, the inner workings of the human brain, the science of illusions, and much more. Each episode is designed to showcase the incredible diversity of science and technology and how it affects every aspect of our lives.

Anna Akana, Brad Gage, and Grant Imahara are all highly accomplished in their respective fields. Anna is a writer, actress, and filmmaker with an interest in science and technology. Brad is a comedian and writer who has a passion for science and education. Grant Imahara is an engineer and roboticist who is best known for his work on the television show MythBusters.

The show's hosts use a combination of humor, visual aids, and straightforward explanations to demystify complex scientific and technological concepts. For example, in one episode, they explain the science behind levitation, while in another, they explore the technology behind virtual reality. Each episode is designed to be informative and entertaining, helping to make science and technology accessible and approachable.

One of the show's strengths is its ability to present complex concepts in a way that anyone can understand. It's not just focused on the science

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Seasons

27. Seismologist Thomas Heaton

January 21, 2017

Wondering when the Big One will hit and what happens next? Watch now to see seismologist Thomas Heaton explain earthquakes and what you can do to be prepared.

26. Poker Player Maria Ho

January 14, 2017

Professional Poker Player Maria Ho explains the high stakes world of professional poker, how to have the perfect poker face, and chip tricks!

25. SFX Makeup Artist Teri Griffin

January 7, 2017

Watch Special Effects Makeup Artist Teri Richardson explain her work, her horror inspirations, and how to get started in the spooky makeup world.

24. Best of 2016

December 31, 2016

Shelly the Skeleton presents the First Annual Explain Things To Me Awards a.k.a. The Explanies. So sit back and enjoy some of the best moments of 2016.

23. Toy Designer Matthew Cherowitzo

December 17, 2016

Toy Inventor and Designer Matthew Cherowitzo explains how toys are made from concept to production and everything in between. It's a merry good time.

22. Marksman Lt. Antoine Lane

December 10, 2016

Marksman and active police officer Lt. Antoine Lane explains what goes into becoming a Grand Master shooter, responsible gun ownership, and how to hit a target.

21. Shaman Harry Paul

December 3, 2016

Harry Paul, the "Uncommon Urban Shaman" explains what a shaman does, reads Anna's aura, and reminds us that it is all about the breath.

20. Forensic Consultant

November 19, 2016

We wrapped the set in plastic for Forensic Consultant Randolph Beasley. Blood spatter! Bullet trajectories! You are not going to get away with not watching!

19. Casting Director Joanna Colbert

November 12, 2016

Casting Director Joanna Colbert explains the do's and don'ts of auditioning for a part. Do watch this episode.

18. Veterinary Behavioralist

November 5, 2016

Veterinary Behavioralist Dr. Rachel Malamed explains how she helps animals with behavior issues and answers all of Anna and Brad's cat questions.

17. White Witch Maja D'Aoust

October 29, 2016

Halloween is upon us! Brad and Anna are joined by White Witch Maja D'Aoust. What is a white witch? Why don't you watch and find out?

16. Embalmer Laura Hardin

October 22, 2016

Our month of spooky professions continues with embalmer Laura Hardin. Have you ever wanted to know what happens to your body after you die? Well now you can!

15. Arachnologist Blaine Hebert

October 8, 2016

The spooky jobs countdown to Halloween is on with arachnologist Blaine Hebert. He talks about spiders' beauty, wonder, and even their sex organs!

14. Haunted Hayride Creative Director

October 8, 2016

The spooky jobs countdown to Halloween begins! LA Haunted Hayride's creative director Justin Meyer explains how to create the perfect scare.

13. Choral Conductor Lesley Leighton

October 1, 2016

Choral conductor Lesley Leighton joins Brad and Anna to explain what it's like to conduct 200 people and what those gestures actually mean.

12. Mushroom Forager Andre Kohler

September 24, 2016

Mushroom forager Andre Kohler explains the wonderful world of walking through the woods to find mushrooms and brings a big ole basket of em.

11. Perceptual Navigation Instructor

September 17, 2016

Brian Bushway, perceptual navigation instructor with World Access For The Blind, explains how he teaches people to see with sound.

10. The Bachelor's Courtney Robertson

September 10, 2016

"The Bachelor" season 16 Winner Courtney Robertson joins Brad & Anna to discuss her experiences on the show, being the villain, and life after reality TV.

9. Paparazzo Giles Harrison

September 3, 2016

Paparazzo Giles Harrison talks taking pictures of celebrities for a living, the ethics of his profession, and running into Prince Harry.

8. Costume Designer Deborah Landis

August 27, 2016

Oscar-nominated costume designer Deborah Landis discusses her influential and iconic work on "Indiana Jones", "Animal House", and "Coming to America"... to name a few.

7. Tattoo Artist Paul Timman

August 20, 2016

Tattoo Artist Paul Timman stops by to talk about tattooing celebs, the most painful place to get one, and the weirdest tattoo he's ever done.

6. Football Player Shawne Merriman

August 13, 2016

Shawne Merriman joins Brad & Anna to discuss what it's like to play professional football, his impressive career, and teaches Brad the "Lights Out" dance.

5. Dominatrix Justine Cross

August 6, 2016

Mistress Justine Cross joins Brad & Anna to explain the world of BDSM, domination, and dungeons. And yes, there is a demonstration.

4. Film Critic April Wolfe

July 30, 2016

LA Weekly Film Critic April Wolfe talks about getting paid to watch movies, what she considers the perfect movie, and the future of film reviews.

3. Journalist Carrie Poppy

July 23, 2016

Investigative Journalist Carrie Poppy talks about her time embedded with fringe groups, religions, and cults.

2. Engineer Grant Imahara

July 16, 2016

Dispeller of misconceptions, Grant Imahara discusses his long and varied career from working at George Lucas's ILM to his views on the future of robotics.