The Pedantic Podcast cover art

The Pedantic Podcast

The Pedantic Podcast

By: Paul Ford and Shawn Nilsson
Listen for free

About this listen

The Pedantic Podcast is blessedly agenda-free and just here for the conversation. Hosted by Dr. Paul Ford, a safety professional with doctorates in psychology and occupational health and safety, and Shawn Nilsson, a project manager with a psychology background and a quick wit, this show thrives on curiosity, debate, and the kind of back-and-forth you’d expect from two friends who refuse to keep things shallow.

From breaking down complex scientific and psychological ideas to poking fun at everyday absurdities, nothing is off the table. Some episodes lean heavy, tackling leadership, decision-making, philosophy, and the messy reality of work and life. Others are lighthearted detours meant to entertain, amuse, and maybe even leave you laughing out loud.

At its heart, The Pedantic Podcast is about two sharp minds bringing big (and small) ideas down to earth—sometimes useful, sometimes ridiculous, but always real. If you want a show that feels like a lively conversation you’d never want to leave, hit play and join us.

The Pedantic Podcast 2025 Science Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Burnout, Boundaries, and Break Rooms

    Burnout, Boundaries, and Break Rooms
    Oct 29 2025

    We're talking about work....again and your boss won't want you to hear this.

    Show More Show Less
    51 mins
  • A Brief Listen - Work and Mental Health

    A Brief Listen - Work and Mental Health
    Nov 3 2025

    Today, I did a solo talk about mental health and the workplace. Keep the conversation going and remember: Asking for help isn't a weakness; it's wisdom.

    Show More Show Less
    14 mins
  • Politics and Parenting

    Politics and Parenting
    Oct 22 2025

    We talk about nothing happy and it's all Shawn's fault.

    Show More Show Less
    53 mins
No reviews yet
In the spirit of reconciliation, Audible acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.