Why Adam? A TV show about the science behind everyday life!
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Why Adam? is an independent TV show that explores concepts of basic science in everyday life.
Backers: 28
Average Pledge Per Backer: $59
Funded: $1,665 of $1,000
Dates: Apr 4th -> Apr 27th (24 days)
Project By: Adam C. Boyd
Backers: 28
Average Pledge Per Backer: $59
Funded: $1,665 of $1,000
Dates: Apr 4th -> Apr 27th (24 days)
Project By: Adam C. Boyd
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Last Updated: April 27 @ 20:02 -0400 GMT
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Latest News
18 HOURS TO GO! SHARE! SCREAM! RAVE ABOUT THE SHOW!
April 27th - via: kickstarter.com
The shame filter has come off. I want you to see this show. I want you to want this show. I want to be in your homes and on your TV's every week all year around. I want to you to learn. I want to learn with you. I want to bring quality... (Read More)
64 HOURS TO GO!
April 25th - via: kickstarter.com
While I am writing this, I just got back from six hours in our studio doing the "Why Does the Power Go Out?" episode. Very cool and we had great people playing Dotti, Tim, Steve, and Leo in the roles of Dorothy, Tinman, Scarecrow, and the Lion for... (Read More)
We're in the press! There is a new science show in town! Read on you beautiful person you...
April 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
Make sure to check out some of the great coverage we have had for this show and share with your friends. We are almost at the end of this Kickstarter and wouldn't it be great to reach our stretch goals?... (Read More)
7 DAYS TO GO!
April 20th - via: kickstarter.com
I hope everyone is doing well! To update you as to where we are internally, we have finished episode one and are working on two as I type this. Things are going great and I am excited to get you all your backer rewards. 7 days to go! Help us... (Read More)
Tell your friends!
April 18th - via: kickstarter.com
I ask each of you to tell at least two people in person and online what we are trying to do here. Have them search "Why Adam?" on Kickstarter or use the following link:... (Read More)
STRETCH GOALS!
April 17th - via: kickstarter.com
Thanks for all who helped get us here! I will be adding an extra HUGE 5" Custom Vinyl Decal (hand made by the way by Fametakers) to each order should we reach $1500! At the $2000 make, I will be adding a "Sponsored by views like: (Your names)" to... (Read More)
Almost there!
April 14th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello everyone! And thank you for all of your support over the last couple weeks. Our weeklong community outreach show and fundraiser had its final day last Saturday. It was a wonderful time and we got to speak with hundreds of people about our... (Read More)
Day six in the bag!
April 10th - via: kickstarter.com
Had a wonderful time at The Office on Pacific for a special science trivia round sponsored by our show. The Why Adam? Belgian Dark Strong Ale was flowing quite well and people had a great time! On a more personal note: make sure to wash your... (Read More)
Day five in the bag!
April 10th - via: kickstarter.com
The Why Adam? Show Science Summit The Why Adam? Show Science Summit was in full swing Wednesday night! A double event: gaming with me and my crew at TerraCrux in Tacoma, Washington; and a super cool Science Trivia night at Meconi's on Pacific Ave.... (Read More)
Day four in the bag!
April 8th - via: kickstarter.com
Had a wonderful time at Brass Lantern last night with Grit City Podcast and an amazing crowd! I played poker and wasn't even the first one out. However, Brogan's wife of the Grit City Podcast, beat me and did a great job. It was one of our best... (Read More)
More great press about Why Adam? and our efforts to promote science!
April 7th - via: kickstarter.com
http://thetacomaledger.com/local-science-show-strives-to-be-broadcast-globally/ (Read More)
The Why Adam? Show Science Summit poster!
April 7th - via: kickstarter.com
The Why Adam? Science Summit (Read More)
Day three in the bag!
April 7th - via: kickstarter.com
We had a great evening at Jazzbones sponsoring Rockaroke. For those who haven't been, every Monday night they have karaoke with a live band. You pick your song out of hundreds they know and you get to sing on their stage, lights and all, with a... (Read More)
Click the link to a recent interview with me explaining more about the show!
April 7th - via: kickstarter.com
YTacoma presents: Adam C. BoydCheck out Part 1 of Adam C. Boyd Y Tacoma interview.Adam C. Boyd is the creator and host of Why Adam? A television show about the science behind everyday life! Adam has, at least once in his life, been a dancer and a... (Read More)
Day Two in the bag!
April 6th - via: kickstarter.com
We had a great time watching science backed movies like 12 monkeys and some very cool "old timey" nuclear power videos. They seemed to have had cancer kicked if you go off of some strange liquid they kept making people drink. Oh! Did I mention... (Read More)
Our shirts you can expect as pledge rewards!
April 4th - via: kickstarter.com
Science is everywhere shirt! Why? Shirt (Limited Periodic Table Design) (Read More)
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