Speaking of Chemistry

Chemical and Engineering News
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Speaking of Chemistry

A science podcast from Chemical and Engineering News featuring fascinating, weird and otherwise interesting chemistry topics from the American Chemical Society's flagship news publication.

  1. 04/30/2015 · VIDEO

    Making Eco-Conscious Synthetic Leather

    Lauren Wolf explains how textile manufacturers are trying to make synthetic leather more eco-consious while keeping it fashion-friendly. #speakingofchem speakingofchem@acs.org

    3 min

  2. 04/22/2015 · VIDEO

    Better Beer Chemistry

    Speaking of Chemistry takes a field trip to Renegade Brewing Co. in Denver to talk yeast. #speakingofchem speakingofchem@acs.org

    3 min

  3. 03/18/2015 · VIDEO

    Hypoallergenic Isn't Really A Thing

    Turns out the term "hypoallergenic" means whatever manufacturers want it to mean. Sophia Cai explains why. #speakingofchem speakingofchem@acs.org

    3 min

  4. 03/03/2015 · VIDEO

    What Does Space Smell Like?

    Matt Davenport sticks his nose into the science behind astronomical aromas and celestial body odors. #speakingofchem speakingofchem@acs.org

    3 min

  5. 01/20/2015 · VIDEO

    Is Bleaching Your Hair Bad For You?

    Adding hydrogen peroxide to your head can actually do a lot of damage. Matt Davenport breaks down why going platinum blonde could be bad for your "head suit." #speakingofchem speakingofchem@acs.org

    3 min

  6. 01/06/2015 · VIDEO

    Four Facts About Sweat

    Getting fit inevitably means sweating—but what is that stinky, salty fluid anyway? Sophia Cai goes over four fun facts about the workout byproduct we love to hate. #speakingofchem speakingofchem@acs.org

    3 min

  7. 12/23/2014 · VIDEO

    What Is Tinsel Made Of?

    How is the shiny tinsel that decorates many Christmas trees made? Find out all about tinsel's chemical history in this very special holiday episode of Speaking of Chemistry. #speakingofchem speakingofchem@acs.org

    3 min

  8. 11/25/2014 · VIDEO

    Why Fruit Flies Could Make Your Beer Better

    Your beer attracts fruit flies for a reason. Matt Davenport tells you why this could be the secret to the best beers you've never tasted. #speakingofchem speakingofchem@acs.org

    3 min
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A science podcast from Chemical and Engineering News featuring fascinating, weird and otherwise interesting chemistry topics from the American Chemical Society's flagship news publication.

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  • Creator
    Chemical and Engineering News
  • Years Active
    2014 - 2015
  • Episodes
    18
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    Speaking of Chemistry

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