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What The If?

Philip Shane, Matt Stanley, Gabrielle Paniccia

Booking Overview

This is a science-focused thought-experiment show that typically features occasional external guests who are accomplished science communicators, scientists, or science-fiction writers. Credible pitches include published researchers, astrophysicists, public-facing experts, and authors who can explain complex ideas through imaginative scenarios; booking difficulty is medium because the show has hosted established authors and communicators but does not appear to require celebrity-level prominence.

Metrics

Episodes: 461

Frequency: Irregular

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: USA

Instagram: 411.0k followers

Page updated: Nov 4, 2026 · How we check this data

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

drhundertwasser@gmail.com

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Host

Philip Shane - Podcast host and co-host of a science-focused thought-experiment show.

Matt Stanley - Podcast host and co-host of a science-focused thought-experiment show.

Gabrielle Paniccia - Science-fiction writer and Harvard researcher who studies zombie fungus; she also co-hosts the show.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Published scientists, astrophysicists, science communicators, or science-fiction writers with strong public-facing communication skills and expertise suited to imaginative science scenarios.
Required Achievements:  
Published books, Established science communication work, Research or academic expertise, Hosting or producing public science media

Recent Guest Discussions

Moiya McTier - Greek Mythology, Creativity And The Muses, Brain Scans Of Improvising Musicians, The History Of Genius, The Sentience Of The Milky Way, And Communicating Astronomy Through Imaginative Narratives.

Moiya McTier - A Sentient Milky Way, Galactic History, Astrophysics, Folklore, And Science Communication.

Recent Topics

Science, Science Communication, Science Fiction, Astrophysics, Scientific Research

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
What The If?
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VAMPIRES Are Real!

October 30, 2026

Happy Halloween! This week we're getting spooky and asking: what the if vampires were real, and scientists got to study them up close? You'll learn why our bodies slowly lose the knack for swapping old cells for fresh ones, and why a vampire would need a whole lot of bathroom breaks. And yes, we get into billionaires who take young men's blood, hoping to live forever. Grab your garlic and press play! —— When she's not studying zombie fungus at Harvard or helping us break the universe every ...

Photosynthetic YOU!

October 23, 2026

Picture a world where you skip lunch, step outside, and let your skin soak up a meal from the sun. In this episode we explore that fanciful scenario. Along the way you'll learn how plants first got the power of photosynthesis. You'll also meet a tiny pond creature that pulled off the same trick, and sea slugs that steal the sunlight-catching parts of the plants they eat. Come on in and soak it up. Inspired by "In an $80 Motel Room, a Discovery to Shed Light on the Origins of Life" by Carolyn...

The Sloth Life Is A GOOD Life!

October 16, 2026

Listener Dan Floyd asks: what the if exercise were bad for you? Imagine a checkup where your doctor frowns at your step count. In this episode we explore that fanciful scenario, and along the way you'll learn some really cool science about things like how sloths evolved to survive by hiding instead of running, why humans may be natural long-distance walkers, and when exercising for your health first caught on. Come on in and put your feet up. —— When she's not studying zombie fungus at Harv...

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Frequently asked questions

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What The If?
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How do I get in touch with What The If??

What The If? is hosted by Philip Shane and Matt Stanley. Its publicly listed email is drhundertwasser@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for What The If??

The publicly listed email for What The If?: drhundertwasser@gmail.com.

How many listeners does What The If? have?

Podseeker estimates What The If? reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for What The If??

What The If? typically books rising experts. Typical guest background: Published scientists, astrophysicists, science communicators, or science-fiction writers with strong public-facing communication skills and expertise suited to imaginative science scenarios. Common among recent guests: Published books; Established science communication work; Research or academic expertise. Recent guests include Moiya McTier and Moiya McTier.

How hard is it to get booked on What The If??

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does What The If? cover?

Recent episodes cover Science, Science Communication, Science Fiction, Astrophysics, and Scientific Research. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

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Publicly listed emails

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