LuxeSci is a fashionably nerdy podcast about the science behind all things luxury. In each episode we take a unique look at something shiny, something fizzy, something sparkly but always something glamorous. Discover fun facts about glitzy items and learn
Hi Fancy Folks! Were you one of the many people who enjoyed a Margarita yesterday (for Cinco de Mayo)? Does your idea of a perfect island day involve sipping a margarita on a tropical beach? Even if it doesn't, this episode is packed with fun, facts and fun facts about tequila.Join us (Ben and Dr. Lex) as we go beyond the sombreros and vaguely Mexican-themed decor to dive into the heart, soul, and science of this fascinating liquor. We explore the science of the agave plant, discover how the appellation of tequila came about and even discuss the infamous tequila worm.Dr. Lex even shares her favorite margarita recipe.Pour yourself a glass and learn along with us. And always remember to drink, and science, responsibly.Thirst for Knowledge is an Erevna Media and Science Actually production. Our audio engineer is Dimos Katsis. If you like us, please subscribe and leave a review.
Welcome back fancy folks! We have another LuxeSci chat for you. In this episode we talk with Nick Gaunt from Acorn Scientific Marketing and we discuss a favorite of both of ours, chocolate!Nick trained in chemistry and physics before getting into marketing and now runs a scientific marketing company. We chat about his journey and how he pivoted and started his own company. Then we talk about his favorite luxury item, chocolate. Join us and Nick for a fun and informative discussion about chocolate and of course some science.Where to find Nick: https://www.acornscimarketing.com/LuxeSci is a production of Erevna Media LLCAudio Engineer: Dr. DimosTheme music - Harlequin Mood by BurdyFollow us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luxescipod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/luxescipodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTz4WrIEalCH7NlDgkRdICQLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/luxesci-podcast/?viewAsMember=trueBlog posts, Show Notes and References:www.erevnamedia.com
Time for another episode of our sister podcast - Thirst for Knowledge where we drink and learn things.Join us (Ben and Dr. Lex) as we sip some cocktails and discover if there is such a thing as a little green fairy. This episode we're covering absinthe, the myth, the legend and the science. We explore how absinthe got so popular, how you're supposed to drink it and of course, the science behind this electric green liquor.Pour yourself a glass and learn along with us. And always remember to drink, and science, responsibly.Thirst for Knowledge is an Erevna Media and Science Actually production. Our audio engineer is Dimos Katsis. If you like us, please subscribe and leave a review.
Welcome back to Thirst for Knowledge where two nerdy people try to answer all your (and our) questions about your (and our) favorite alcohols.Join Ben and Dr. Lex as they sip some cocktails and discover what the difference is between whiskey, scotch and bourbon, what the heck phenols are and why brown liquors might give you a worse hangovers.Pour yourself a glass and come and learn along with us. And always remember to drink, and science, responsibly.Thirst for Knowledge is an Erevna Media and Science Actually production. Our audio engineer is Dimos Katsis. If you like us, please subscribe and leave a review. Follow us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luxescipod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/luxescipodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTz4WrIEalCH7NlDgkRdICQLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/luxesci-podcast/?viewAsMember=trueBlog posts, Show Notes and References:www.erevnamedia.com
Welcome back fancy folks! It's been a little bit since we've posted a LuxeSci chat and we have a great one to share with you today. I'm talking all things fibers and cashmere with Kate Knight.Kate is a freelance knitwear designer who specializes in creating garments from cashmere and other natural fibers and she does this for start-ups, entrepreneurs and small brands. Kate is an expert in all things knitwear and fibers and it was so fun to chat with her about cashmere.Join us and Kate for a fun and informative conversation about the natural fibers, cashmere and of course some science.Where to find Kate: https://www.thecashmeredesigner.com/https://www.instagram.com/thecashmeredesigner/LuxeSci is a production of Erevna Media LLCAudio Engineer: Dr. DimosTheme music - Harlequin Mood by BurdyFollow us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luxescipod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/luxescipodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTz4WrIEalCH7NlDgkRdICQLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/luxesci-podcast/?viewAsMember=trueBlog posts, Show Notes and References:www.erevnamedia.com
Welcome back to Thirst for Knowledge where two nerdy people try to answer all your (and our) questions about your (and our) favorite alcohols. We are feeling the fancy vibes in our recording studies so it's time for martinis. Join Ben and Dr. Lex as they stir some martinis, because that's the correct method. Learn with us juniper berries, phenols and all sorts of gin-related science and history. Pour yourself a glass and come and learn along with us. And always remember to drink, and science, responsibly. Thirst for Knowledge is an Erevna Media and Science Actually production. Our audio engineer is Dimos Katsis. If you like us, please subscribe and leave a review.
Welcome back to Thirst for Knowledge where two nerdy people try to answer all your (and our) questions about your (and our) favorite alcohols. It's frosty and chilly, at least where one of us lives, and that calls for something that will warm your belly. In this episode we talk all about the science, history and fun facts of vodka. Join Ben and Dr. Lex as they stir some martinis, because that's the correct method. Learn with us about distillation versus fermentation, what monks have to do with vodka and whether certain alcohols produce worse hangovers. Pour yourself a glass and come and learn along with us. And always remember to drink, and science, responsibly. Thirst for Knowledge is an Erevna Media and Science Actually production. Our audio engineer is Dimos Katsis. If you like us, please subscribe and leave a review.
LuxeSci is back with another interview and we're super excited about this one. We have been following the Unbiased Science account since the pandemic and it's a go to for us for creative, accurate and compassionate communication on trending science topics. In this episode we talk to Unbiased Science founder and public health scientist, Dr. Jessica Steier. We had so much fun chatting with Dr. Steier about her favorite luxury item, towel warmers. Why are these not a thing in the US? Why do we like warm towels and is there a health benefit to using heat after injuries? Join us and Dr. Steier for a fun and informative conversation about the Unbiased Science universe and the benefits of a cozy towel. Where to find Unbiased Science: https://www.unbiasedscipod.com/ LuxeSci is a production of Erevna Media LLC Audio Engineer: Dr. Dimos Theme music - Harlequin Mood by Burdy Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luxescipod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/luxescipod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTz4WrIEalCH7NlDgkRdICQ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/luxesci-podcast/?viewAsMember=true Blog posts, Show Notes and References: www.erevnamedia.com
Welcome back to Thirst for Knowledge where two nerdy people try to answer all your (and our) questions about your (and our) favorite alcohols. Happy Holidays from the Thirst for Knowledge crew! What better way to celebrate and ring in the new year than with champagne. Join Ben and Dr. Lex as they pop some bottles and clink some glasses, well..virtually at least. Discover why there's a whisp of vapor when you pop a bottle of champagne and what the fastest recorded cork exiting a bottle was clocked at. Pour yourself a glass and come and learn along with us. And always remember to drink, and science, responsibly.
Welcome back to Thirst for Knowledge where two nerdy people try to answer all your (and our) questions about your (and our) favorite alcohols. This round is wine. Wine has a long and fascinating history and tons of science behind. For example, why does wine made from the same grape grown in two different soils taste different. Can the size of a wine glass influence how much you drink? Join us as we learn all sorts of interesting facts about wine. In this episode, Ben comes prepared with the history and fun facts and of course Dr. Lex has to find cool research studies. So pour a glass and join us for some sips and some knowledge and don't forget to click that subscribe button! And always, always, drink and science responsibly! Recipe for a Wine Spritzer cocktail is here: - 4 oz ice - 3 oz wine - 3 oz soda/seltzer - Garnish as you wish Recipe courtesy of Spruce Eats: https://www.thespruceeats.com/wine-spritzers-recipe-3958478
Just like the ghost of your PhD thesis, we're back! This season we're doing something a little different. Dr. Lex is talking to some of our favorite science communicators and podcasters about their work and their favorite luxury times. Join us once a month for a fascinating and fabulous chat. This month, we're talking to Sam from the Tiny Matters podcast and appropriate for Halloween, we discuss the science behind Vampire Facials. So grab a treat, and maybe some garlic and tune in for fun facts and great conversation. Where to find the Tiny Matters Podcast: https://www.acs.org/pressroom/tiny-matters.html Our other podcast on the science of booze: https://open.spotify.com/show/2HFCvJoCn2s86g9KkVqYeQ?si=7548a90d4fbf4764 LuxeSci is a production of Erevna Media LLC Audio Engineer: Dr. Dimos Theme music - Harlequin Mood by Burdy Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luxescipod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/luxescipod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTz4WrIEalCH7NlDgkRdICQ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/luxesci-podcast/?viewAsMember=true Blog posts, Show Notes and References: www.erevnamedia.com
Welcome back to Thirst for Knowledge where two nerdy people try to answer all your (and our) questions about your (and our) favorite alcohols. This round is cider. What better beverage to discuss in the fall. It conjures up images of apple picking, apple cider donuts and lots, and lots of plaid. In this episode, Ben comes prepared with the history and fun facts and of course Dr. Lex has to bring parasites into the discussion. Hot tip: Make sure your cider is pasteurized! So pour a pint and join us for some sips and some knowledge and don't forget to click that subscribe button! And always, always, drink responsibly! Recipe for a Cider Moscow Mule cocktail is here: - 2 oz vodka - 2 oz hard cider - 1.5 oz fresh lime juice - 3 oz ginger beer Combine in a copper mug or glass, adding the ginger beer last. Garnish as desired. Recipe courtesy of The Bottle Club: https://www.thebottleclub.com/blogs/recipes/hard-cider-mule-recipe
LuxeSci and Science Actually present: Thirst for Knowledge Every 3 weeks, Dr. Lex and Ben pour a drink and discuss the history, pop culture and science behind that drink. This is a show for curious people who like a cocktail every once in a while. Each episode will also feature a signature cocktail recipe. This week is all about one of the most popular beverages in the world, beer! So grab a pint and learn about how beer is made, it's history and what really happens when you pour a pint of Guinness. Recipe for a Spaghett cocktail is here: - 1 bottle of light beer of choice with about 4 tablespoons removed - Add 2 tablespoons of Aperol to the beer - Add 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice Recipe courtesy of Southern Living
Summer may be almost done but we're still talking inspiration from our trip to Greece. It seems that no matter where you walk in Greece, you'll trip over some ancient sculpture. There are figures, animals, columns and many forms of sculpture from Ancient Greece. Old marble was even re-used for more modern structures. So it's no wonder that we were inspired when we lived there to look more deeply into sculpture. And what happens when two scientists get curious about something, you get a fun and factual exploration of an ancient art form. We hope you enjoy this episode on a useful, beautiful and fascinating metal. Since this is an old episode, links mentioned may not accurate so see below how to find us on social media. If you've learned something from this episode, share it with a friend. We'd love to spread the word of that science can be luxurious and not scary. LuxeSci is a production of Erevna Media LLC Audio Engineer: Dr. Dimos Theme music - Harlequin Mood by Burdy Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luxescipod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/luxescipod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTz4WrIEalCH7NlDgkRdICQ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/luxesci-podcast/?viewAsMember=true Blog posts, Show Notes and References: www.erevnamedia.com
A continuation of our classic episodes inspired by our recent month long voyage through Greece. This episode is all about silver. In Ioannina, a beautiful city in Northern Greece, there is a museum dedicated to silversmithing. This museum is housed in the old castle battlements and is a gorgeous testament to the skill and intricacy of silver work. We hope you enjoy this episode on a useful, beautiful and fascinating metal. Since this is an old episode, links mentioned may not accurate so see below how to find us on social media. If you've learned something from this episode, share it with a friend. We'd love to spread the word of that science can be luxurious and not scary. LuxeSci is a production of Erevna Media LLC Audio Engineer: Dr. Dimos Theme music - Harlequin Mood by Burdy Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luxescipod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/luxescipod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTz4WrIEalCH7NlDgkRdICQ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/luxesci-podcast/?viewAsMember=true Blog posts, Show Notes and References: www.erevnamedia.com
The LuxeSci recently spent time in Greece again and we were reminded about all the deep and enduring artistic traditions here. For the next few episodes we'll be revisiting classic LuxeSci episodes with a Greek twist, episodes that came to mind as we roamed around this beautiful country. The first episode is all about gold. In the National Archeological Museum in Athens, there are stunning gold objects found in a tomb, including gold burial masks. Goldsmithing has ancient roots in Greece and the artisans there still use some of the ancient techniques. We hope you enjoy this episode on a useful, beautiful and fascinating metal. Since this is an old episode, links mentioned may not accurate so see below how to find us on social media. If you've learned something from this episode, share it with a friend. We'd love to spread the word of that science can be luxurious and not scary. LuxeSci is a production of Erevna Media LLC Audio Engineer: Dr. Dimos Theme music - Harlequin Mood by Burdy Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luxescipod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/luxescipod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTz4WrIEalCH7NlDgkRdICQ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/luxesci-podcast/?viewAsMember=true Blog posts, Show Notes and References: www.erevnamedia.com
Hi Fancy Folks, We were off for the holiday but we're back now with a classic episode all about the science of fireworks. We hope you enjoy! And please use fireworks responsibly. Since this is an old episode, links mentioned may not accurate so see below how to find us on social media. If you've learned something from this episode, share it with a friend. We'd love to spread the word of that science can be luxurious and not scary. LuxeSci is a production of Erevna Media LLC Audio Engineer: Dr. Dimos Theme music - Harlequin Mood by Burdy Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luxescipod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/luxescipod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTz4WrIEalCH7NlDgkRdICQ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/luxesci-podcast/?viewAsMember=true Blog posts, Show Notes and References: www.erevnamedia.com
Hi Fancy Folks! It's the last episode of Season 3! Thanks to a recommendation from Science Actually, we're exploring the ubiquitous summer accessory, sunglasses. Join your favorite curious scientists as we explore the science behind sunglasses. We'll revisit eye anatomy and why and how sunlight can damage the eyes. We'll also learn about lenses and discover if sunglasses really are a good disguise. So ditch the lab coat, grab a cocktail and come and learn with us. Check out our featured friend's podcast: Tiny MattersL https://www.acs.org/pressroom/tiny-matters.html This is our last episode of the season but we'll be back over the summer with our interview series. This year, we're talking to other science communicators about their favorite luxury item and we've got some really fascinating and unexpected ones. If you've learned something from this episode, share it with a friend. We'd love to spread the word of that science can be luxurious and not scary. LuxeSci is a production of Erevna Media LLC Audio Engineer: Dr. Dimos Theme music - Harlequin Mood by Burdy Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luxescipod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/luxescipod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTz4WrIEalCH7NlDgkRdICQ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/luxesci-podcast/?viewAsMember=true Blog posts, Show Notes and References: www.erevnamedia.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/luxesci/message
Hi Fancy Folks! For all the June babies out there, this week we're revisiting our episode on your birthstone, pearls. This is a LuxeSci classic episode and feature both Dr. Lex and Dr. Dimos. Join your favorite curious scientists as we explore the science behind pearls. We'll learn about how pearls are made, how they are used in cosmetics and what structural color is. So ditch the lab coat, grab a cocktail and come and learn with us. Check out our featured friend's podcast: Well...That's Interesting https://open.spotify.com/show/1ZRkeyJ1Gm6wGVxC4Glnu3?si=a9f2583679ce447c If you've learned something from this episode, share it with a friend. We'd love to spread the word of that science can be luxurious and not scary. LuxeSci is a production of Erevna Media LLC Audio Engineer: Dr. Dimos Theme music - Harlequin Mood by Burdy Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luxescipod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/luxescipod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTz4WrIEalCH7NlDgkRdICQ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/luxesci-podcast/?viewAsMember=true Blog posts, Show Notes and References: www.erevnamedia.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/luxesci/message
Hi Fancy Folks! We can't believe we're almost through 3 seasons of LuxeSci. It's been so much fun to share our love of nerdy luxury with you. We wanted to share with you the reasons why we started this podcast. Our goal has always been to increase wonder and broaden curiosity by merging together two seemingly incompatible topics, science and luxury items. We hope you enjoy this little bit of insight into our creative process and we hope you leave your lab coat behind and come and be curious with us. LuxeSci is a production of Erevna Media LLC Audio Engineer: Dr. Dimos Theme music - Harlequin Mood by Burdy Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luxescipod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/luxescipod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTz4WrIEalCH7NlDgkRdICQ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/luxesci-podcast/?viewAsMember=true Blog posts, Show Notes and References: www.erevnamedia.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/luxesci/message
Hi Fancy Folks! The weather is warming up and you know what that means: itsy, bitsy, teeny, weeny, yellow polka dot bikinis. Polka dots are a quintessential summer print. But how did they come about, why do we like them so much and are we the only animals drawn to this bold and graphic print? Join your favorite curious scientist as we explore the science behind polka dots. We'll learn about how penguins use dots to identify their mates, how the cosmetic industry is taking advantage of new carbon nanodots and even take a trip down memory lane to when I was working in the field. So ditch the lab coat, grab a bold print and come and learn with us. Check out our featured friend's podcast: Strange by Nature https://strangebynaturepodcast.com/ If you've learned something from this episode, share it with a friend. We'd love to spread the word of that science can be luxurious and not scary. LuxeSci is a production of Erevna Media LLC Audio Engineer: Dr. Dimos Theme music - Harlequin Mood by Burdy Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luxescipod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/luxescipod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTz4WrIEalCH7NlDgkRdICQ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/luxesci-podcast/?viewAsMember=true Blog posts, Show Notes and References: www.erevnamedia.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/luxesci/message
Hi Fancy Folks! We were inspired by a Met Gala look for this episode so we're throwing it back to a Season 1 episode all about emeralds. Find out how emeralds are formed, a little about their august history, and of course so cool science surrounding this gorgeous gem. Check out our featured friend's podcast: Science Night https://www.scinight.com/ If you've learned something from this episode, share it with a friend. We'd love to spread the word of that science can be luxurious and not scary. LuxeSci is a production of Erevna Media LLC Audio Engineer: Dr. Dimos Theme music - Harlequin Mood by Burdy Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luxescipod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/luxescipod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTz4WrIEalCH7NlDgkRdICQ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/luxesci-podcast/?viewAsMember=true Blog posts, Show Notes and References: www.erevnamedia.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/luxesci/message
Hi Fancy Folks! We're tackling a classic pattern this episode. It's all about stripes! Stripes have meant different things throughout the ages. Now, they symbolize anything from classic, nautical themes to something that hints of rebellion. In this episode, we learn about why zebras have stripes, what "motion dazzle" is and Dr. Lex meets her match when trying to decipher a paper on charge stripes in graphene. Fortunately, a great explanatory article comes to the rescue. Check out our featured friend's podcast: Under the Microscope: https://thesciencetalk.com/under-the-microscope/ If you've learned something from this episode, share it with a friend. We'd love to spread the word of that science can be luxurious and not scary. LuxeSci is a production of Erevna Media LLC Audio Engineer: Dr. Dimos Theme music - Harlequin Mood by Burdy Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luxescipod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/luxescipod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTz4WrIEalCH7NlDgkRdICQ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/luxesci-podcast/?viewAsMember=true Blog posts, Show Notes and References: www.erevnamedia.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/luxesci/message
Hi Fancy Folks! We're back to talking about the latest fashion trends. The runways this year will filled with hyper-feminine details, including bows and ribbons. There's a lot that can be said about the resurgence of feminine fashion but we're interested in the science. In this episode, we learn about ribbons in protein folding, the ribbons that help you see and of course, we had to have some worms included. We hope you love it and we hope you learn something along with us. Check out our featured friend's podcast: Keep It Science: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/keepitscience If you like learning and you like luxury, please subscribe and share the show with a friend. We'd love to spread the word of that science can be luxurious and not scary. LuxeSci is a production of Erevna Media LLC Audio Engineer: Dr. Dimos Theme music - Harlequin Mood by Burdy Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luxescipod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/luxescipod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTz4WrIEalCH7NlDgkRdICQ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/luxesci-podcast/?viewAsMember=true Blog posts, Show Notes and References: www.erevnamedia.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/luxesci/message
Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue. This little wedding rhyme can also sum about the quintessential fabric, lace. Lace is everything from a staple of the wedding industry to a trend in the Spring and Fall 2024 runways with the continued popularity of sheer dresses. In this episode, we take the scientific view of lace, learning how its made, the many different types and even a bit about the views of a 1940s lace workers society. There's some fun facts about shoe laces and new space age designs inspired by lace. We hope you love it! Check out our featured friend's podcast: Tiny Matters: https://www.acs.org/pressroom/tiny-matters.html Don't forget to subscribe and leave us a review where ever you listen. It's the best way to support the show. LuxeSci is a production of Erevna Media LLC Audio Engineer: Dr. Dimos Theme music - Harlequin Mood by Burdy Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luxescipod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/luxescipod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTz4WrIEalCH7NlDgkRdICQ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/luxesci-podcast/?viewAsMember=true Blog posts, Show Notes and References: www.erevnamedia.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/luxesci/message
Hi Fancy Folks, I couldn't let a fashion season go by without an episode about my absolute print, leopard print. We released this episode in Season 1 and it was so much fun to learn more about leopards and their spots that we're re-releasing it. Join me as I explore the science behind leopards, their spots and why the print has been a mainstay of fashion. Check out our featured friend's podcast: Well...That's Interesting at https://open.spotify.com/show/1ZRkeyJ1Gm6wGVxC4Glnu3 Don't forget to subscribe and leave us a review where ever you listen. It's the best way to support the show. LuxeSci is a production of Erevna Media LLC Audio Engineer: Dr. Dimos Theme music - Harlequin Mood by Burdy Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luxescipod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/luxescipod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTz4WrIEalCH7NlDgkRdICQ Blog posts, Show Notes and References: www.erevnamedia.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/luxesci/message
Hi Fancy Folks, Apologies for the episode delay. Dr. Lex has been down for the count with a cold, which you can probably tell on the audio. But this episode is worth the wait! Join Dr. Lex as she explores the world of leather, what it is, how it's made and some cool technology being used to make it more sustainable. Plus, there's even a bonus anatomy lesson. Check out our featured friend's podcast: Strange by Nature at https://strangebynaturepodcast.com/ Don't forget to subscribe and leave us a review where ever you listen. It's the best way to support the show. LuxeSci is a production of Erevna Media LLC Audio Engineer: Dr. Dimos Theme music - Harlequin Mood by Burdy Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luxescipod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/luxescipod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTz4WrIEalCH7NlDgkRdICQ Blog posts, Show Notes and References: www.erevnamedia.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/luxesci/message
Hello Fancy Folks! I (Dr. Lex) have been looking forward to this episode since we decided to explore fashion for Season 3. I was lucky to spend an extended period of time in Cambodia during grad school and I got to see silk production live and talk to the artisans that are keeping the process alive there. It was magical. This episode we explore not only how silk is made but what is is, going down to the molecular level and of course getting into new research around innovative uses of silk, particularly in the biomedical industry. So put on your fanciest sweats and join us for all the nerdy, fancy fun. References: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Silk https://biddlesawyersilks.com/how-is-silk-made-a-step-by-step-guide/ https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/B9780123741448000400 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lepidoptera https://biddlesawyersilks.com/how-is-silk-made-a-step-by-step-guide/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5000687/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fibroin https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5124675/ https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/adhm.201800465 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10504296/pdf/41598_2023_Article_41762.pdf Check out our featured podcast, Under the Microscope: https://open.spotify.com/show/0joF8aDQP7VavEgsRdnCIA?si=9b8dcc224a474e68 Don't forget to subscribe and leave us a review where ever you listen. It's the best way to support the show. Theme music - Harlequin Mood by Burdy Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luxescipod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/luxescipod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTz4WrIEalCH7NlDgkRdICQ Blog posts: www.erevnamedia.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/luxesci/message
Last episode we tackled the science behind fashion trends and this week we're exploring the foundation of fashion...fabric. We were pleasantly surprised how much research involves fabric, from 3-D modeling draping to self-repairing fabric. Join us on a journey through nerdy and fabulous world of fabric. References: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Textile https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Polymer https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0143648 https://www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/pnas.0307160101 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7592732/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9436326/ https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00253-018-8963-z https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9389669/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9389669/ https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/anatomy-of-the-brain https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5561142/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6022104/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28819314/ https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/materials-science/biofilms Check out our featured podcast, Under the Microscope: https://open.spotify.com/show/0joF8aDQP7VavEgsRdnCIA?si=9b8dcc224a474e68 Don't forget to subscribe and leave us a review where ever you listen. It's the best way to support the show. Theme music - Harlequin Mood by Burdy Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luxescipod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/luxescipod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTz4WrIEalCH7NlDgkRdICQ Blog posts: www.erevnamedia.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/luxesci/message
Ever scroll past something on Instagram or TikTok and get "influenced" to buy it.? Do you meticulously follow fashion magazines or celebrity style? Well, there may be a psychological reason for that. We're back! Relaunching Season 3 with a deep dive into the science behind Fashion Trends. Join Dr. Lex and she discovers why we're so drawn to trends and how AI is helping the fashion industry be more eco-conscious. References: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fashion https://www.kraimod.com/fashiontrends https://nuscimagazine.com/the-psychology-behind-trends/ https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/psychology/social-identity-theory#:~:text=Social%20identity%20theory%20proposed%20by,racial%2Fethnic%20and%20gender%20identities. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-psychology-dress/201202/the-psychology-fashion https://illumin.usc.edu/applications-of-technology-in-fashion-trend-forecasting/ https://koreascience.kr/article/JAKO201434438338056.page https://towardsdatascience.com/network-analysis-d734cd7270f8 https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/17543266.2020.1799080https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2023/oct/01/ai-artificial-intelligence-fashion-trend-forecasting-stylehttps://www.ibm.com/blog/supervised-vs-unsupervised-learning/ https://www.ibm.com/blog/supervised-vs-unsupervised-learning/ Check out our featured friend's podcast, Keeping it Science: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLaAjG7r5mqQm7T1J41c6HFkOdhZwMRg9i Don't forget to subscribe and leave us a review where ever you listen. It's the best way to support the show. Theme music - Harlequin Mood by Burdy Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luxescipod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/luxescipod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTz4WrIEalCH7NlDgkRdICQ Blog posts: www.erevnamedia.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/luxesci/message
Hi Fancy Folks! We're back from our mini break to celebrate the holidays in our LuxeSci way...breaking down a holiday luxury. This year it's all about Legos! These little colored bricks have become a global phenomenon, including having their own reality show. They are small but mighty and it's absolutely amazing how they bring out creativity and help people understand scientific concepts. We're especially excited to be joined by one of our Scicomm Friends, Ben from Science Actually for this episode. Ben is a science enthusiast, amazing graphics creator and avid Lego builder. He provides daily science content all over social media and is making a new podcast! Together, we have plenty of Lego vocabulary words and cocktail facts. We both fully lean in to our nerdiness this episode so come along for the ride and definitely find Science Actually online and subscribe! Episode Links: Knolling: https://ideas.lego.com/activities/42771de6-97d7-4cb6-87a8-fda3881b014b?query=&sort=most_recent Brick Bending: https://www.brickbending.com/ MOC: https://buildamoc.com/pages/what-is-a-lego-moc Rebrickable: https://rebrickable.com/ Find Science Actually: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/actuallyscience/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/sciencetruly LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/science-actually/posts/?feedView=all The Nerd and the Scientist Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5almO3s74i8d2HT8X2L13n?si=CmpaM3aNSAa55ebWmLaQRQ Theme music: Harlequin Mood by Burdy --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/luxesci/message
Hello Fancy Folks! Luxury items can be beautiful to look at, delicious to eat, or fun to experience. They can also help us explore the science that is responsible for the world around us. Join a scientifically nerdy couple for stories that take the lab to the luxury. If you like us, please subscribe and leave a review, wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow us on social media at: https://www.instagram.com/luxescipod/ https://twitter.com/luxescipod https://www.linkedin.com/company/erevna-media-llc/ https://www.threads.net/@luxescipod Jump on in and join the exploration! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/luxesci/message
Hi Fancy Folks! We know it's been a bit since we launched Season 3 and to be honest, we're still adjusting to a new city, new jobs and new schedules. We've also entered in to Advent, which is a time of more quiet and contemplation. While we will be posting new episodes (including a really fun holiday one!) we will take the time we think is necessary. We won't be on social media as much during this time but you can always find us at luxescipod@gmail.com We hope that find peace and joy whatever you are celebrating this season. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/luxesci/message
Hi Again Fancy Folks! We're back and as fabulous as ever! Season 3 is all about one of Dr. Lex's passions...fashion. This season we will explore the science behind fabrics, techniques and fashion items. We're starting off with the basics. This episode is all about some really cool science about the building block of fashion, fabric. Listen to Dr. Lex dive into how fabric drapes, how we sense fabrics and some cool new futurists fabric. Don't forget to share our podcast with other fancy folks and let us know if there's a fashion item you'd like to be featured in this season. Theme music: Harlequin Mood by Burdy Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luxescipod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/luxescipod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTz4WrIEalCH7NlDgkRdICQ Blog posts: www.erevnamedia.com
Hello Fancy Folks! We made it to the end of the interviews. While it's sad that we're done talking to great people (for now), it does mean that Season 3 is almost here! Make sure you're subscribed now. For our final conversation of our summer interview series, we're bringing it a little closer to home and talking about the art of podcasting. While some might debate whether this is an art or not, our podcast guest, the mind behind Science Talk is a firm believer. Dr. Pranoti Kshirsagar is the founder of The Science Talk, a podcast host herself as well as a materials scientist. Join us as we talk with Pranoti about all things podcasting, science communication and for several materials science tangents. Don't miss Pranoti's newest podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0MzykvUkGvZdfVvXiMJwC0?si=4e498e7aa23142c6 You can find The Science Talk here: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-science-talk/ https://open.spotify.com/show/0joF8aDQP7VavEgsRdnCIA?si=118a313e641540c3 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDtRE-aG-90H6FalLYaAiaQ https://twitter.com/the_ScienceTalk https://www.instagram.com/thescience_talk/ Make sure you're subscribed so you don't miss Season 3 - The Science of Fashion! Theme music - Harlequin Mood by Burdy and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Cd36WJ79z4&feature=youtu.be&themeRefresh=1 Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luxescipod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/luxescipod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTz4WrIEalCH7NlDgkRdICQ Blog posts and show notes: www.erevnamedia.com
Hello Fancy Folks! Another week, another interesting and informative interview with a scientific artist. This week we're talking with the artist behind Fuzzy Otter. Andrea has been interested in art and science since a young age and her work in natural illustration is beautiful. We what it takes to illustrate nature. How to stay true to the animal or plant and incorporate the art and lots more! This one was super fun because we have some of Andrea's artwork so we got to see her talent first-hand. You can find Fuzzy Otter's work here: https://www.instagram.com/fuzzyotter/ https://andrearepetto.com/ Make sure you're subscribed so you don't miss any of the interesting, engaging and fun interviews that will be released over this summer! We have a few more to go! Theme music - Harlequin Mood by Burdy and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Cd36WJ79z4&feature=youtu.be&themeRefresh=1 Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luxescipod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/luxescipod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTz4WrIEalCH7NlDgkRdICQ Blog posts and show notes: www.erevnamedia.com
And we're back! We have a new cool and interesting interview to share with you. This time we're jumping into the world of electron microscopy and how those images can be turned into art! We talk with microscopist, artist and poet, and funder of Kissed by Electrons, Stephan about his work and why being able to see things at the atomic level is so amazingly cool. You can find Kissed by Electron's work here: https://kissedbyelectrons.com/ https://www.instagram.com/kissedbyelectrons/ https://twitter.com/ElectronKiss Make sure you're subscribed so you don't miss any of the interesting, engaging and fun interviews that will be released over this summer! We have a few more to go! Theme music - Harlequin Mood by Burdy and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Cd36WJ79z4&feature=youtu.be&themeRefresh=1 Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luxescipod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/luxescipod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTz4WrIEalCH7NlDgkRdICQ Blog posts and show notes: www.erevnamedia.com
New Interview Alert!! We're so excited to release our interview with Brendan from Banshee Forge. Banshee Forge produces unique and beautiful metalworks from an island in the Pacific North West. We have a great conversation around what it takes to work with metal, how Brendan got started and the relatively low cost of entry to making your own forge. See Banshee Forge's work: https://www.instagram.com/banshee_forge/ Make sure you're subscribed so you don't miss any of the interesting, engaging and fun interviews that will be released over this summer! Theme music - Harlequin Mood by Burdy Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luxescipod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/luxescipod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTz4WrIEalCH7NlDgkRdICQ Blog posts and show notes: www.erevnamedia.com
New Interview Alert!! We're so excited to release our interview with Dr. Elisabeth Kugler from Zeeks Art for Geeks. Dr. Kugler researches zebrafish, is a data genius and turns amazing microscopic images into art. She is the founder of a science communication and data services company and has displayed her art in galleries. Join us for a conversation about microscopy, zebrafish and how art and science can influence each other. See Elisabeth's work: https://zeeks-artforgeeks.com/collections https://www.instagram.com/zeeks.artforgeeks/ https://twitter.com/KuglerElisabeth Make sure you're subscribed so you don't miss any of the interesting, engaging and fun interviews that will be released over this summer! Theme music - Harlequin Mood by Burdy Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luxescipod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/luxescipod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTz4WrIEalCH7NlDgkRdICQ Blog posts and show notes: www.erevnamedia.com
Hi Fancy Folks! We're back with our second (at last) interview re-release. This time we're talking to artist and friend/brother of the podcast, Sam Boyd. We discuss everything from the science of perspective in drawing to Vermeer's use of a camera obscura. Make sure you also check out Sam's work (links below) and if you're in the Newcastle, Australia area, check out his latest gallery showing. He'll be at the Leda Gallery at the end of July. See Sam's work: https://www.instagram.com/samboyd.art/ https://www.instagram.com/ledagallery__/ Make sure you're subscribed so you don't miss any of the interesting, engaging and fun interviews that will be released over this summer! Theme music - Harlequin Mood by Burdy Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luxescipod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/luxescipod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTz4WrIEalCH7NlDgkRdICQ Blog posts and show notes: www.erevnamedia.com
Hi Fancy Folks! We've wrapped up our second season focusing on the science of art. But we decided that we're not quite done yet. We were so inspired by all the art and science that we explored this season that we wanted to keep the fun going. So we reached out to some amazing creators, artists, scientists to talk about what they do, why they do it and the intersection of art and science. Our first interview is a re-release of the first interview we ever did way back last year. It's a conversation with Lauren, Director of Gemstones and Diamonds at Valerie Madison Jewelry in Seattle. We discuss her transition from studying geology to gemology, how she picks the perfect stone for a client and so much more. See Lauren's work: https://www.valeriemadison.com/ https://www.instagram.com/valeriemadisonjewelry/ https://www.instagram.com/laurenxluxury/ Make sure you're subscribed so you don't miss any of the interesting, engaging and fun interviews that will be released over this summer! Theme music - Harlequin Mood by Burdy Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luxescipod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/luxescipod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTz4WrIEalCH7NlDgkRdICQ Blog posts and show notes: www.erevnamedia.com
Hello! This week we're taking a deep dive into the shiny world of metals. Dr. Lex tries to define a metal and takes on a tour of their internal structures. Dr. Dimos talks all things iron, including why iron deposits indicate life on Mars. Join us for the all the nerdy fun! 1:31: Dr Lex introduces what smithing is and what metals are. Can you define a metal? Did you know that many elements are metals such as calcium and sodium? What in the world is grain structure? Make sure you have your periodic table with you for this segment. 10:27: Dr. Dimos dives into the world of iron. Where does iron come from? How is it found in nature? How have humans been working with iron over the centuries? How is it used by scientists to indicate life on Mars? 26:50 - Dr. Lex is back with a primer on copper. What forms does copper take? How is it extracted from the earth? What techniques are used to fashion copper into all sorts of beautiful objects? Dr. Lex also talks a little bit about the immunology behind why she has an allergic response to metals. 31:43 - Glossary words! 33:47 - Our favorite part - fun cocktail party facts Don't forget to subscribe and leave us a review where ever you listen. It's the best way to support the show. Theme music - Harlequin Mood by Burdy Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luxescipod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/luxescipod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTz4WrIEalCH7NlDgkRdICQ Blog posts and show notes: www.erevnamedia.com
Hi Again! Dr. Dimos took the reigns on this episode. He is very interested in glassblowing and he's even tried it a few times! So learn along with us as we discover the history and the science behind this ancient and beautiful art form. Art from this episode: - Glass making recipe: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Synchronistic_History_K.4401.jpg - Early Egyptian glass: https://www.sciencenews.org/article/glassmaking-may-have-begun-egypt-not-mesopotamia - Roman colorless glass: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roman_glass - Old glass windows: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:AKMuseum5.JPG - Borosilicate glass: https://www.flickr.com/photos/amanda_walker/33154741468/ - Soda lime glass: https://www.flickr.com/photos/sr/5976417/ - Dichroic glass: https://www.flickr.com/photos/26053177@N03/3809272944/ Theme music: Harlequin Mood by Burdy Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luxescipod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/luxescipod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTz4WrIEalCH7NlDgkRdICQ Blog posts and show notes: www.erevnamedia.com
Hello again! Since we skipped last week due to a vacation, we thought a little bonus episode would be fun. This is a quick and fun look into the science behind tattoos and removing them. What does recycling have to do with tattoos? Can you remove a tattoo with a lemon? Listen in to find out! Don't forget to subscribe and leave us a review where ever you listen. It's the best way to support the show. Theme music - Harlequin Mood by Burdy Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luxescipod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/luxescipod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTz4WrIEalCH7NlDgkRdICQ Blog posts and show notes: www.erevnamedia.com
Hello! We've have been seriously influenced this week. Not by anything on social media but by all the amazing sculpture, ancient and modern that we've been seeing around Greece. Consequently, we will be focusing on Greek sculpture. We know that there are beautiful and important sculpting traditions in many cultures and we wish we could cover them all but that wasn't possible in a roughly 20 minute podcast. 0:56: Dr Dimos discusses bronze sculpture. What makes bronze? Why was it such a good medium for sculpture? How do you "sculpt" with bronze? Was there a Greek dark ages post the bronze age? 10:45: Dr. Lex dives into the world of marble. What is marble made of? How is it made? We talk all things crystal structure, geology and even about some marble recycling. We also get to discover the connect between marble and previous podcast subjects, rubies and sapphires! 19:50 - Glossary words! 21:09 - Our favorite part - fun facts! Don't forget to subscribe and leave us a review where ever you listen. It's the best way to support the show. Art references from this episode: Dancing Girl - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dancing_Girl_(sculpture) Victorious Youth - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Victorious_Youth Venus de Milo - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Venus_de_Milo Winged Victory - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Winged_Victory_of_Samothrace Parthenon - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Parthenon Theme music - Harlequin Mood by Burdy Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luxescipod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/luxescipod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTz4WrIEalCH7NlDgkRdICQ Blog posts and show notes: www.erevnamedia.com
This week we're stepping away from painting and into the world of clay. We're talking about ceramics. What is clay made of? What scientific processes happen when clay is shaped and heated to make ceramics? What's the difference between ceramics and pottery? And most importantly, why does the handle of some of our coffee cups get hot in the microwave? Find out the answer to those questions and more as we dive into the world of ceramics, including a side trip into ceramics used for electric cars. Theme music: Harlequin Mood by Burdy Show notes and Blog Posts: https://www.erevnamedia.com/ Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luxescipod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/luxescipod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTz4WrIEalCH7NlDgkRdICQ
This week we look at a very different style of painting and a very different type of paint. We've seen some incredible street and that got us wondering, what makes spray paint spray? Does each paint can have it's own molecular signature? How can you get spray paint off? Join us this week for all things aerosolized as we explore the science behind spray paint. Listen in as Dr. Dimos explains the process of making paint spray and Dr. Lex tries to say femtolaser without tripping over the word. Definitely check out our Instagram for pictures of the street art we've seen around Athens. Theme music: Harlequin Mood by Burdy Show notes and Blog Posts: https://www.erevnamedia.com/ Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luxescipod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/luxescipod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTz4WrIEalCH7NlDgkRdICQ
And we're back to our regularly scheduled programming! This week we're discussing the ever-evolving science behind art conservation and restoration. Dr. Dimos leads down a very technological pathway of imaging techniques and paint analysis. Dr. Lex discusses art restoration, making this worse before making them better and of course, there's a manage of poisonous paints. We even talk about how to glue a fresco back to the wall. Theme music: Harlequin Mood by Burdy Show notes and Blog Posts: https://www.erevnamedia.com/ Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luxescipod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/luxescipod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTz4WrIEalCH7NlDgkRdICQ
Join us in welcoming a very special guest for this episode, Sam Boyd. Aside from being related to one of the hosts, Sam is an artist who works in oils and figurative art. We talk with Sam about his artistic journey, how his process works and of course perspective. There is so much math and science that underlies art and this conversation opened our eyes to the intricacies of integrating art and science. Check out Sam's art at: https://www.instagram.com/samboyd.art/ Theme music: Harlequin Mood by Burdy Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luxescipod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/luxescipod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTz4WrIEalCH7NlDgkRdICQ
Hello! Well we thought we had gone through all the colors we were going to discuss but as has often happens in science, we found something new and interesting and we just had to share! So after going through the entire rainbow and black and white, what is left? Well the colors brown and pink and while these might not leap to the mind when thinking about paintings, or colors you love, they are fascinating! 1:30: Dr Lex walks us through pink. We will learn what makes pink, how it got its name and why the sky turns pink at sunset. There's also an amazing scientific discovery (no spoilers!) and some great artist tea to spill about this brilliant color. 10:13 Dr. Dimos takes us through the world of brown pigments and there is so much to learn. While brown seems simple and perhaps dull, it is truly an amazing pigment with a rich history and the ability to produce hauntingly beautiful art. Dr. Dimos delves into earthen brown tones, some with dubious ethics around them and some amazing paintings techniques. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review for us where ever you listen. References from the episode: Pinkest Pink: https://culturehustle.com/products/pink-50g-powdered-paint-by-stuart-semple Grisaille Example: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christ_and_the_Woman_Taken_in_Adultery_(Bruegel) Van Dyke Brown Example: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saskia_with_a_Flower Theme music - Harlequin Mood by Birdie YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTz4WrIEalCH7NlDgkRdICQ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/luxescipod/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/luxescipod
Hello! This week's episode is about the quintessential Christmas colors: red and green. Now we know that it's past the holiday season (even by the most generous definition) but we still wanted to share this episode since it features some exciting science and interesting tidbits. Dr Dimos walks us through red dyes, including more toxic pigments. He also discusses how a little beetle got to be one of the most popular red dyes in history we come back around to electric vehicle batteries again too! Dr. Lex takes on green discussing one of the most toxic pigments and how arsenic reeks havoc on the body. We end with how Disney makes things disappear through paint and of course provide some fun cocktail party facts. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review for us where ever you listen. Theme music - Harlequin Mood by Birdie YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTz4WrIEalCH7NlDgkRdICQ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/luxescipod/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/luxescipod
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