Untold adventures still await you! Listen to the Inglorious Bards battle strange beasts, thwart evil plans, solve mysterious mysteries, and do something with vegetables that will make your grandpa cry. ... I'm talking about chopping onions. The Inglorious Bards!
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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 w ...
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Just two gal pals giving their takes on every type of relationship under the sun.
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Onions make us cry. How? Listen now to figure out why!
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Join us for this two-minute podcast where we explore a different scientific concept each week. Did you know that a Scottish mountain helped measure the weight of the Earth, or that octopuses are amazing escape artists? Discover what it was like for cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin to be the first to launch into space and listen to some inspiring stories from people working in science today. What else will you discover with a Spark of Science? Get in touch on twitter @gsc1 or visit https://www.glasgows ...
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How well do you know your food? Did you think soaked almonds make you smarter or that men should not have Soya? Is Batata (potato) really a Marathi word? Are these true facts or just ‘chronic’ myths circulated for ages? Fittr Podcast looks at food through the lens of science, history, culture and its unrevealed impact on our bodies. Host Jitendra Chouksey will realign the facts and stories we claim to know about everyday foods and help you demystify delusions about how you eat. Each episode ...
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Have you ever wondered why onions cause so many tears when we chop them up? Join us this week to find out!저자 Glasgow Science Centre
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How much sugar can you add to your up of tea? And is there a limit? Join us this week to find out.저자 Glasgow Science Centre
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#196 New College-Style Sweatshirt! And Spooky Chemistry Shirts Are Back! Melissa and Jam explore the fascinating chemistry behind self tanners. They take listeners on a journey from the discovery of the key sugar in self tanners in the 1960s by Dr. Eva Wittgenstein to the present-day scientific understanding. The episode delves into the Maillard re…
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The Guardians survive Fenmarrow Forest only to learn that the road to Kreevorn is littered with assassins, aberrant creatures, and a fate that will change our heroes forever...저자 IngloriousBards
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What makes jalapeños spicy, and what other super powers do they have?
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#048 Rebroadcast New College-Style Sweatshirt! And the Ghost Halloween Design is Back! This week, Melissa and Jam dive into spiciness. What is it? Is it a flavor? Is it a feeling? Is it both? Is it more? Why can some people handle more than others? Does spiciness have any benefits? References from this episode https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/p…
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Do you know any twins? Maybe you are a twin! This week, we're exploring how identical and non-identical twins are born - what are the differences?저자 Glasgow Science Centre
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Time stops for no one, and the threat in Thave grows closer and more dangerous. The Guardians find themselves desperate to answer the call, and to find the lost faces that Jericho and Hemlock so desperately miss. Unfortunately , time stops for no one and a difficult decision must be made.저자 IngloriousBards
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#196 New College-Style Sweatshirt! Melissa and Jam delve into the science behind ibuprofen, exploring why it takes around 30 minutes to work. The discussion covers the chemistry of ibuprofen, including the concept of chiral molecules and enantiomers—molecules with mirror-image forms—highlighting how only one form of ibuprofen works effectively. The…
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What do Mount Vesuvius, Mount Fuji, and Arthur's Seat have in common? They're all volcanoes! Join us this week as we explore the explosive science behind them.저자 Glasgow Science Centre
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Ask a Chemist: Does raw milk have more bacteria? (and other questions)
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Question and Response #60 New College-Style Sweatshirt! In this episode of 'Ask a Chemist' on the Chemistry for Your Life podcast, hosts Melissa and Jam tackle a diverse range of fun and fascinating chemistry questions. Topics include the differences between oxygen in water and air, the properties of jello, the mystery behind glitter, and the impac…
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Hemlock ties up a loose end, and all the Guardians plan for a long, dangerous journey to Thave. All except Jericho, who is determined to do anything to find his missing friend. Even if it costs him everything.저자 IngloriousBards
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What information can scientists find out from old bones? Join us this week as we explore some of the clues left behind in bones about what a person's life might have been like.저자 Glasgow Science Centre
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#195 New College-Style Sweatshirt! In this episode of Chemistry For Your Life, hosts Melissa and Jam delve into the science behind ibuprofen, a common pain reliever. They discuss the role of prostaglandins in inflammation, how ibuprofen inhibits the cox enzyme to reduce pain, and the body's natural immune response. They also share personal anecdote…
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Join us to find out about the plant with the most bite - the Venus flytrap!저자 Glasgow Science Centre
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#060 Chances are you've heard the word "fluoride" said in reference to your teeth. At the dentists office, on your bottle of mouthwash, maybe you've heard it's in tap water? But what is it, what's so special about it, and how does it help our teeth? Does it make them whiter, stronger, or what? Let's find out. References from this episode https://pu…
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After a deadly confrontation nearly disrupts the celebration at Newall, Mayor Plen decides that he should hire some of the Guardians for a NEW type of job. Jericho and Hemlock struggle with the knowledge their friends are not who they thought they were.저자 IngloriousBards
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Jeremy recaps up to episode 25.저자 IngloriousBards
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Have you ever wondered how rockets actually move? Find out in this week's episode!저자 Glasgow Science Centre
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#194 In this episode of Chemistry for Your Life, Melissa and Jam delve into the chemistry behind modern dental fillings. They explore how dentists use a combination of organic monomers and inorganic fillers to address cavities and the role of light-activated photoinitiators in hardening these materials. Melissa also shares her personal experiences …
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Calienveroe has seen visions of the future. She sees the destruction of Verenn, or hope of it's survival. Which future unfolds will depend entirely on our heroes. So she tasks them to confront a great evil in Thave before it can bring destruction to Navarre. The heroes agree to begin their journey tomorrow, but first they have a part to attend.…
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Join us this week as we explore some of the incredible journeys made by animals. We'll explore why animals migrate, and how they find their way.저자 Glasgow Science Centre
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The heroes awaken in Tabonry to find it changed in their absence. The snow falls, the new wall is built, and the places that were once home are now changed forever. Yannick deals with being a living legend, Dash takes a stab at diplomacy, and Hemlock discovers that he is a hunted man.저자 IngloriousBards
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Question and Response #59 Reddit's Chemistry Questions Answered In this episode of 'Chemistry for Your Life,' hosts Melissa and Jam dive into Reddit to answer chemistry-related questions. They explore why ice in a fizzy drink causes more fizz, how stainless steel removes onion smells from hands, when to email professors for recommendation letters, …
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What is pollination, why is it important, and what are we doing to look after our pollinators? Join us for this special episode with Emma Plant from the University of Glasgow's GALLANT project!저자 Glasgow Science Centre
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#193 In this episode of Chemistry for Your Life, hosts Melissa and Jam delve into the chemistry of milk, focusing on the differences between raw and pasteurized milk. They discuss the processes of pasteurization and homogenization, how they affect the nutritional content of milk, and answer listener questions about raw milk's spoilage, nutritional …
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The heroes find themselves in the biggest struggle of their lives as they are confronted with mind bending horrors, deadly challenges, and the lord of this domain, Vestrath himself.저자 IngloriousBards
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In this week's episode, we're taking a step back in time to explore poisonous makeup! What ingredients did they use?저자 Glasgow Science Centre
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What happens to eggs when we cook them? (with Jason Cress)
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#071 Rebroadcast It's time to crack into one of life's great mysteries: eggs. So what happens when we cook them?! How do they go from clear goo to white jiggle? This is a question we received long ago, and with topics this serious, we don't yoke around. So we waited until we could bring in an eggsperienced egg chef, Jason Cress, to figure out this …
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Did the planet Mars have rings like Saturn? Might it have rings in future? Find out more this week as we explore Mars' moons.저자 Glasgow Science Centre
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Bonus: Fun Fact or Fake Factoid?! A Chemistry and Trivia Showdown
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In this bonus game edition of 'Chemistry For Your Life', host Melissa, co-host Jam, and guest Claire embark on an entertaining journey of debunking or verifying popular 'fun facts' submitted by their listeners. The game, titled 'Fun Fact or Fake Factoid', involves dissecting quirky trivia ranging from the pollination of tomatoes to the weight of al…
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There's a buzz in the air this week! Tune in to find out about the different roles honeybees play in keeping a hive organised.저자 Glasgow Science Centre
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Ask a Neuroscientist: Why is Adderall addictive to SOME people and not others? (and other questions)
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Question and Response 58 In this bonus episode of Chemistry For Your Life, hosts Melissa and Jam are joined by Claire, an expert in pharmacology and neuroscience, to discuss the inner workings of antidepressants and answer additional questions from the previous episode. Claire shares her grad school experiences, highlighting the challenges and uniq…
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What is desertification? Join us as we find out why this is a problem, and what people are doing to help.저자 Glasgow Science Centre
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Stuck in hell, the heroes find themselves haunted by visions, specters, and choices from the past. Dash lives his worst nightmare, and Yannick is forced to reopen old wounds.저자 IngloriousBards
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How do anti-depressants work? (featuring Claire Caballero)
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#192 In this episode of 'Chemistry for Your Life,' hosts Melissa and Jam introduce special guest Claire Caballero, a pharmacology and neuroscience PhD student, to discuss how antidepressants work. Claire explains the role of neurotransmitters like serotonin, dopamine, and GABA in mental health, the mechanisms of various antidepressants such as SSRI…
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You may have heard the phrase 'once in a blue moon' to describe something rare. But what is a blue moon? Is it actually blue? Find out this week!저자 Glasgow Science Centre
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#191 In this episode of 'Chemistry for Your Life,' hosts Melissa and Jam delve into captivating and practical fun facts about vitamin C. They discuss the recommended daily intake, its role in preventing scurvy, the surprising regulations on food labels, and the common foods that are rich in vitamin C. Furthermore, they explore its use as a preserva…
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The heroes crusade across Hell to destroy a source of Vestrath's power. Jericho makes a sacrifice in an ocean of lava, and Galen gains knowledge of the deadly denizens that dwell in the deep.저자 IngloriousBards
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Jeremy recaps up to episode 20.저자 IngloriousBards
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Our hearts work incredibly hard to keep us alive. Join us this week to find out more about this crucial organ - it's hearty stuff!저자 Glasgow Science Centre
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#035 Rebroadcast Do you like apples? Ever wonder why they turn brown when you cut them? This week, Melissa and Jam explore this very question. What's going on in these apples? Where does the brown come from? Is it a good or bad thing? Does it taste different? Is the brown actually apple tears from the pain of being cut? And how do you like them app…
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On their continued quest to locate and vanquish Vestrath, the heroes make their way to the Ebon Sanctum, a mysterious floating tower which will require all of their wit and determination, and a lot of blood to breach.저자 IngloriousBards
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How does a caterpillar turn into a butterfly? Join us this week as we follow this incredible journey.저자 Glasgow Science Centre
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Granting the heroes wishes, Luminara the Omen Dragon transports the group further into Hell in search of a weakened demon lord. Be careful of what you wish for...저자 IngloriousBards
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#190 In this episode of 'Chemistry for Your Life,' hosts Melissa and Jam delve into the role of vitamin C in the immune system and examine whether taking mega doses of the vitamin can help with common colds. Melissa, a seasoned chemist, explains the chemistry behind oxidation, reduction, and free radicals, and how vitamin C's properties make it cru…
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Join us this week as we head to the beach and explore the science on our shores. Find out where sand comes from and where it gets its golden colour.저자 Glasgow Science Centre
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Ask a Chemist: Why do chemicals smell "chemically?" (And other questions)
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Question and Response 57 In this bonus episode of 'Chemistry For Your Life,' hosts Melissa Collini and Jam Robinson answer listener-submitted questions about various chemistry topics. They discuss the distinction between 'chemical' and 'natural' smells, plant poisons, and the mechanisms behind face scrubs and soaps. The episode also features insigh…
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Join Kieren McGovern from Herriot-Watt University's CDT in Applied Photonics as he dives into the science of sleepwalking in this special episode!저자 Glasgow Science Centre
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Galen dooms himself inside the Demon Gate, but not before receiving a foreboding prophecy. We soon discover that it is the first of many omens.저자 IngloriousBards
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How does Vitamin C keep our bodies from turning into mush?
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#189 In this episode, Melissa and Jam delve into the crucial role of Vitamin C in the body, focusing on its importance for collagen production. They discuss how collagen, a key structural protein found in tendons, cartilage, bones, teeth, skin, and blood vessels, relies on Vitamin C to form strong, functional structures. The conversation explores t…
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