Chemistry For Your Life

Melissa and Jam, Bleav
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A podcast that helps you understand the fascinating chemistry hidden in your everyday life. Have you ever wondered why onions make you cry? Or how soap gets your hands clean? What really is margarine, or why do trees change colors in the fall? Melissa is a chemist, and to answer these questions she started a podcast, called Chemistry for your life! In each episode Melissa explains the chemistry behind one of life’s mysteries to Jam, who is definitely not a chemist, but she explains it in a way that is easy to understand, and totally fascinating. If you’re someone who loves learning new things, or who wonders about the way the world works, then give us a listen.

  1. HACE 3 DÍAS

    What are LEDs and how are they different from other bulbs?

    Happy holidays, we hope you have a wonderful season whatever you celebrate! We've got a holiday related episode for you: LEDs. Well I guess we use them all year round, but they get an extra spotlight this time of year. What are they? How do they work? How are they different from other lights? Let's find out!

    38 min

  2. 12 DIC

    What is canned air? (and should we use it?)

    Melissa and Jam dive into the chemistry behind air dusters. They explore the components inside these cans, and how the physical properties of these chemicals can lead to rapid evaporation, cold burns, and potential hazards. Listeners will learn about the processes of pressure and boiling, the potential dangers of misuse, and how these air dusters work to clean keyboards and other surfaces. The episode is inspired by listener questions and personal anecdotes, making the complex chemistry accessible and engaging.

    46 min

  3. 5 DIC · CONTENIDO EXTRA

    Chemistry at Home: Chocolate and Gum

    Here's another bonus episode dedicated to teaching a specific chemistry experiment you can do at home. This month, we see what happens when we combine chocolate and gum. Yep, you read that right. And yes, it's a little gross.

    11 min

  4. 5 DIC · CONTENIDO EXTRA • SÓLO PARA PERSONAS CON SUSCRIPCIÓN

    Chemmunity: Stealing Grandma's Clothes and It's Film Season

    Welcome back to an exclusive bonus episode ONLY for members of the Chemmunity. Melissa shares an update about surviving her first semester teaching and stealing awesome sweaters from her grandma, Jam shares about the beginnings of the best time of the year: Film Season Chemmunity is the secret podcast for Chemistry For Your Life Patrons, Supporters, and Subscribers. Members of the Chemmunity get ad-free versions of the podcast PLUS monthly exclusive bonus episodes where Melissa and Jam talk about whatever they want... EXCEPT chemistry. For the most part. Welcome to the Chemmunity!

    21 min

  5. 28 NOV

    What is gum? And what happens when you swallow it?

    In this episode Melissa and Jam delve into the fascinating world of chewing gum. They start by discussing awkward combinations of food and gum, leading to an exploration of what gum is made of. The conversation covers the basics of gum composition, including the roles of sugar, flavor, and especially the gum base, which itself is made of polymers.

    48 min

  6. 21 NOV · CONTENIDO EXTRA

    Ask a Chemist: Why are crystals rare? (and other questions)

    In this special bonus episode of Chemistry for Your Life, Melissa and Jam dive into listener-submitted questions, covering everything from the rarity of crystals and the chemistry of sourdough to the science behind melting ice on roads in Canada. Along the way, they explore fun tangents about nostalgic movies, glow-in-the-dark nostalgia, and much more. It’s an eclectic mix of chemistry, pop culture, and community interaction!

    29 min

  7. 14 NOV

    Do carrots help us see better?

    Melissa and Jam explore the chemistry behind the popular belief that eating carrots improves night vision.

    52 min

  8. 7 NOV

    What makes honey crystallize?

    Ever notice that honey crystalizes? Isn't that like super weird? Why does it do that?

    34 min
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A podcast that helps you understand the fascinating chemistry hidden in your everyday life. Have you ever wondered why onions make you cry? Or how soap gets your hands clean? What really is margarine, or why do trees change colors in the fall? Melissa is a chemist, and to answer these questions she started a podcast, called Chemistry for your life! In each episode Melissa explains the chemistry behind one of life’s mysteries to Jam, who is definitely not a chemist, but she explains it in a way that is easy to understand, and totally fascinating. If you’re someone who loves learning new things, or who wonders about the way the world works, then give us a listen.

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  • Creador
    Melissa and Jam, Bleav
  • Años de actividad
    2019 - 2024
  • Episodios
    338
  • Clasificación
    Apto
  • Copyright
    © For Your Life 2023, All rights reserved.
  • Mostrar sitio web
    Chemistry For Your Life
  • Proveedor
    Jam Robinson

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