Podcasts about everyday science

Elevators cables are inspected on the regular, but what happens when one breaks? Learn about the ingenious systems that keep elevators safe when even the worst happens in this classic episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://science.howstuffworks.com/science-vs-myth/everyday-myths/question730.htmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The ocean can appear to be many different shades of blue (and green, and even violet) -- but all water is clear. Learn why in this episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://science.howstuffworks.com/environmental/earth/oceanography/why-is-ocean-different-colors-different-places.htmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Beer and soda both form sudsy bubbles when you pour them, so why does soda's foam dissipate while beer's forms a head? Learn about foam physics in this classic episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://science.howstuffworks.com/innovation/edible-innovations/beer-form-head-not-soda.htmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stop signs were always the red octagons we know today -- so how was the color chosen, and why has it stuck? Learn about the history and psychology of red traffic signals in this classic episode of BrainStuff.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Water usually appears clear, but ice cubes and ice on lakes often looks cloudy. Learn what has to happen for ice to freeze clear (like black ice does on roads) in this classic episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://science.howstuffworks.com/nature/climate-weather/atmospheric/why-ice-usually-freezes-cloudy-and-not-clear.htmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We think we have a solid scientific answer to this fun puzzler. Learn about the evolution of eggs and chickens in today's episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://science.howstuffworks.com/life/genetic/question85.htmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From humble planters to ancient statuary, terracotta is a seriously useful material. Learn more about this earthenware in today's epidose of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://home.howstuffworks.com/gardening/garden-design/terracotta.htmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Although hanging upside down for too long would eventually kill you, don't worry -- brief inversions (and even longer inversions) are fine. Learn why, plus how inversions can actually be good for you, in this episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://science.howstuffworks.com/innovation/science-questions/hang-upside-down-how-long-safe-deadly.htmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Which way should the plates face? What about the silverware -- handles up or down? Do you need to pre-rinse? Learn how to make your dishwashing machine work its best in this classic episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://home.howstuffworks.com/best-way-to-load-dishwasher.htmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Even if we don't do it on purpose (which some people do!), all of us eat at least a little dirt every year due to accidental ingestion. Learn more in this episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://health.howstuffworks.com/wellness/food-nutrition/facts/how-much-dirt-eat-year.htmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's not your imagination: Some seasons and dates have more birthdays than others. Learn the most and least popular birthdates (and how they're changing) in this episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://people.howstuffworks.com/culture-traditions/genealogy/most-popular-birthdays.htmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cans make preserving and transporting food and drinks simple, but canning technology is very complex. Learn the history of pull-tabs and can openers in this episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://money.howstuffworks.com/food-cans-pull-tabs.htmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Even identical twins have different fingerprints -- that's because more than just genetics goes into their formation. Learn more in this episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://science.howstuffworks.com/life/cellular-microscopic/why-even-identical-twins-have-different-fingerprints.htmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rainbows may look like they touch the ground somewhere off in the distance, but it's physically impossible for the viewer to reach the spot where it touches. Learn why in this episode of BrainStuff.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Short answer: No one is sure. But it may have once been practical during production, and the dents (a.k.a. punts) in wine bottles are certainly useful now. Learn more in this episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://recipes.howstuffworks.com/food-facts/wine-bottle-dent-bottom.htmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

During his 35-year career with General Foods, William Mitchell invented some of America's favorite, fun, and time-saving junk foods. From quick-set Jell-O to Cool Whip, learn how he did it in this episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://science.howstuffworks.com/innovation/famous-inventors/meet-man-invented-cool-whip-tang.htmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Dr. Trevor Kashey unravels the conspiracy theories surrounding sugar and its supposed toxicity. With an increasing number of people assuming that sugar leads to obesity and chronic diseases, Dr. Kashey separates facts from fiction and provides a scientific perspective. He explains why sugar is a polar molecule and how the polarization of sugar creates few winners and many losers. Dr. Kashey also introduces TKN, a solution that addresses this issue in a practical, rational, and constructive manner. He sheds light on what sugars are, how they help our bodies function, and why polarizing them is a serious problem. Additionally, he discusses how axiomatic terminology can distort thinking and lead to specific behavior patterns. He also touches on how orchestrators and potential leaders manipulate people and push an agenda, often without them even being aware. Tune in for a fascinating and informative discussion on sugar's complexities and impact on our lives.

After a snowfall, the world seems hushed -- for a while, at least. Learn why fresh snow muffles sound in this episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://science.howstuffworks.com/nature/climate-weather/atmospheric/quieter-after-snow.htmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Black American inventors have given us everything from secure mailboxes and practical lightbulbs to gas masks and blood banks. Learn more in this episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://science.howstuffworks.com/innovation/inventions/10-inventions-by-african-americans.htmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

These tiny packets are able to give off a lot of heat for a few hours thanks to the same process that causes rust to form -- just sped way up. Learn more in this episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://science.howstuffworks.com/disposable-hand-warmers.htmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's lesson, Dr. Kashey talks about genetics, fatness, overeating, and other triggering things like that in the context of genetics.

Some clothing and bedding is advertised as 'cooling,' but what does that mean? Do they really work? Learn about how some fabrics can cool you down in this episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://science.howstuffworks.com/innovation/everyday-innovations/cooling-fabrics.htmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Turning your AC's temperature setting up a few degrees can save a lot of money, but turning the unit off isn't usually necessary. Learn more in this episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://home.howstuffworks.com/green-living/should-turn-ac-up.htm See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you prefer exercising in the morning or the evening? Do you wonder if one is better than the other? In this episode, Dr. Kashey talks about how exercising at different times of day affects appetite as well as food choices. While there is no magic involved, exercising in the morning vs. evening does yield varying results depending on an individual's lifestyle and training preferences. If you need help choosing the best exercise schedule for you, Dr. Kashey is here to weigh in!

Are you thinking about sending in your genes to a genetic testing company for "personalized" medical information? Think again. Don't fall victim to this clever marketing scheme. In today's episode, we unpack the danger of "good" and "bad" test results. Join Dr. Trevor Kashey as he unpacks how genetic test results create an iatrogenic condition that changes the way you think, feel, & act.

Dr. Kashey explains that many of his clients expect perfection from themselves and beat themselves up over goofs in their lives. The goofs can be in any area of life. Extreme high performers are the worst at beating themselves up over mistakes made, creating a feedback loop of self-sabotaging behavior.

How many of us have seen someone on TV crying about a breakup over a tub of ice cream?  Or done something similar ourselves?  Many people eat this way because they want to feel better, but believe it or not, bingeing actually makes negative moods last longer.  The good news is that consuming food based on mood is actually a learned behavior!  Join Dr. Kashey for the second part of his food cravings rant to find out what you can do to put an end to those hard cravings that lead to bingeing behavior.  

“Soft science” doesn't mean the study of mattresses and marshmallows! It's science that is based on interpersonal interactions instead of lab research. In this episode, the good doctor has read over fifty sources on food cravings and has some interesting facts to share. Like why chocolate is the single most craved food around the world... and why dieting can actually make you gain weight instead of losing it! Join Dr. Kashey in a deep dive into the nature of food cravings for more fascinating finds.

In tough situations, our brains default to quick decision-making (aka cognitive laziness) rather than reason, in order to eliminate stress. But if your brain continues to operate this way when stress is gone, it causes problems! Join Dr. Trevor Kashey to learn how to repurpose this system, foster your intellectual resources, and train your brain to make better decisions every day. Listen to Ep 21. ‘10 Ways Your Brain Is Wired To Be Lazy And Oversimplified' Now. Hosted by Dr. Trevor Kashey

What happens when you take a self-sabotaging thought and turn it into a headline? “Local man binges, citing discouragement about weight loss” or “Woman despairs at the thought of another balanced meal,” could apply to many. You would never let a clickbait headline change your behavior. In this episode, Dr. Kashey explains how you should respond to self-sabotaging thoughts through his headline metaphor. Listen to Ep 20. ‘Dr. Kashey's Fix For When You're Discouraged And Demotivated' Now. Hosted by Dr. Trevor Kashey

How much brainpower do you have when you're sad, angry, stressed, or bored? During sleepless nights in stressful times, it can be easy to fall into the self-sabotage trap. However, you always have some amount of control over your response.  In this episode, the good doctor explains how you can make better decisions when your nervous system is in high gear. Listen to Ep 17. ‘When You're Bored, Tired and Sleep Deprived' Now. Hosted by Dr. Trevor Kashey

What do thermostats, blood sugar, and learning guitar have in common? All three work through feedback loops, which drive human behavior. Your feedback loops are under your influence, and through reinforcement, they can be changed. In this episode, Dr. Kashey explains the thinking behind the cognitive, biological, and behavioral science that goes into feedback loops. Listen to Ep 16. ‘Here's How Learning Was Bad For You' Now. Hosted by Dr. Trevor Kashey

Despite the feel-good advice that states “Don't be hard on yourself,” setting high standards and holding yourself accountable are important parts of improving. It's essential to develop the skills of figuring out what you're capable of and making yourself more capable. In this episode, Dr. Kashey explains how feelings surrounding failure can impede progress, and how to recognize those feelings. Listen to Ep 15. ‘Dr. Kashey's Fix For Always Letting Yourself Down” ' Now. Hosted by Dr. Trevor Kashey

If you miss an important step in your daily routine, you might be tempted to give up on following your plan for the day. In fact, you might give up for the week. When the apathy snowball starts rolling, it's hard to stop it and changes its course. Dr. Kashey has a plan for how to get back on track. Listen to Ep 14. ‘Dr. Kashey's Fix For When "I JUST DON'T CARE ANYMORE!" ' Now. Hosted by Dr. Trevor Kashey

Do you find yourself caring what others think and say?  Do you feel the pressure to comply with their requests and demands no matter how far off from your values and path those requests? Listen in and discover how to meet your objectives and accomplish your directives. Listen to Ep 13. ‘Dr. Kashey's Fix For Feeling Responsible For Other People's Feelings' Now. Hosted by Dr. Trevor Kashey

There are four common approaches to settle a disagreement. While disagreements are normal and healthy. Three out of those four ways include one or both parties feeling jilted. Tune in as the good doctor provides tips on how to settle disagreements in a healthy manner. Listen to Ep 11. ‘Dr. Kashey's Fix For Always Needing Permission' Now. Hosted by Dr. Trevor Kashey

I detta avsnitt av Spetspodden samtalar Jonas Fagerson och Sara Riggare om mätande och individ och vi får lyssna till en intervju med en av grundarna till begreppet Quantified Self, Gary Wolf och hans tankar om ett nästa steg, Everyday Science!

Welcome to the Shelf Care Interview, an occasional conversation series where Booklist talks to book people. This Shelf Care Interview is sponsored by Sourcebooks. In this episode of the Shelf Care Interview, Julia Smith talks to Chris Ferrie, award-winning physicist and popular author of science books for children about his new series, the Everyday Science Academy. The first four Everyday Science Academy Books (Let's Fly a Plane!, Let's Ride a Wave!, Let's Get Moving!, and Let's Make a Rainbow!) come out in June from Sourcebooks.

Who is excluded from science? What is the role of museums in this exclusion? In Equity, Exclusion and Everyday Science Learning: The Experiences of Minoritised Groups (Routledge, 2019), Dr Emily Dawson, an Associate Professor in the Department of Science and Technology Studies at University College London, introduces the idea of everyday science learning to critically engage with our understandings of science and the role of institutions in that understanding. The book challenges science centres and museums to move from participation policies and schemes, which have failed to significantly change the institution and its audience, to offer recognition and respect to diverse social groups. The need for change is grounded in detailed empirical work across a range of communities and organisations in London, with lessons that go well beyond science education and debates over the role of the museum. The book is essential reading for all social science and humanities scholars, as well as offering important insights for scientists too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who is excluded from science? What is the role of museums in this exclusion? In Equity, Exclusion and Everyday Science Learning: The Experiences of Minoritised Groups (Routledge, 2019), Dr Emily Dawson, an Associate Professor in the Department of Science and Technology Studies at University College London, introduces the idea of everyday science learning to critically engage with our understandings of science and the role of institutions in that understanding. The book challenges science centres and museums to move from participation policies and schemes, which have failed to significantly change the institution and its audience, to offer recognition and respect to diverse social groups. The need for change is grounded in detailed empirical work across a range of communities and organisations in London, with lessons that go well beyond science education and debates over the role of the museum. The book is essential reading for all social science and humanities scholars, as well as offering important insights for scientists too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who is excluded from science? What is the role of museums in this exclusion? In Equity, Exclusion and Everyday Science Learning: The Experiences of Minoritised Groups (Routledge, 2019), Dr Emily Dawson, an Associate Professor in the Department of Science and Technology Studies at University College London, introduces the idea of everyday science learning to critically engage with our understandings of science and the role of institutions in that understanding. The book challenges science centres and museums to move from participation policies and schemes, which have failed to significantly change the institution and its audience, to offer recognition and respect to diverse social groups. The need for change is grounded in detailed empirical work across a range of communities and organisations in London, with lessons that go well beyond science education and debates over the role of the museum. The book is essential reading for all social science and humanities scholars, as well as offering important insights for scientists too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who is excluded from science? What is the role of museums in this exclusion? In Equity, Exclusion and Everyday Science Learning: The Experiences of Minoritised Groups (Routledge, 2019), Dr Emily Dawson, an Associate Professor in the Department of Science and Technology Studies at University College London, introduces the idea of everyday science learning to critically engage with our understandings of science and the role of institutions in that understanding. The book challenges science centres and museums to move from participation policies and schemes, which have failed to significantly change the institution and its audience, to offer recognition and respect to diverse social groups. The need for change is grounded in detailed empirical work across a range of communities and organisations in London, with lessons that go well beyond science education and debates over the role of the museum. The book is essential reading for all social science and humanities scholars, as well as offering important insights for scientists too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who is excluded from science? What is the role of museums in this exclusion? In Equity, Exclusion and Everyday Science Learning: The Experiences of Minoritised Groups (Routledge, 2019), Dr Emily Dawson, an Associate Professor in the Department of Science and Technology Studies at University College London, introduces the idea of everyday science learning to critically engage with our understandings of science and the role of institutions in that understanding. The book challenges science centres and museums to move from participation policies and schemes, which have failed to significantly change the institution and its audience, to offer recognition and respect to diverse social groups. The need for change is grounded in detailed empirical work across a range of communities and organisations in London, with lessons that go well beyond science education and debates over the role of the museum. The book is essential reading for all social science and humanities scholars, as well as offering important insights for scientists too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who is excluded from science? What is the role of museums in this exclusion? In Equity, Exclusion and Everyday Science Learning: The Experiences of Minoritised Groups (Routledge, 2019), Dr Emily Dawson, an Associate Professor in the Department of Science and Technology Studies at University College London, introduces the idea of everyday science learning to critically engage with our understandings of science and the role of institutions in that understanding. The book challenges science centres and museums to move from participation policies and schemes, which have failed to significantly change the institution and its audience, to offer recognition and respect to diverse social groups. The need for change is grounded in detailed empirical work across a range of communities and organisations in London, with lessons that go well beyond science education and debates over the role of the museum. The book is essential reading for all social science and humanities scholars, as well as offering important insights for scientists too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who is excluded from science? What is the role of museums in this exclusion? In Equity, Exclusion and Everyday Science Learning: The Experiences of Minoritised Groups (Routledge, 2019), Dr Emily Dawson, an Associate Professor in the Department of Science and Technology Studies at University College London, introduces the idea of everyday science learning to critically engage with our understandings of science and the role of institutions in that understanding. The book challenges science centres and museums to move from participation policies and schemes, which have failed to significantly change the institution and its audience, to offer recognition and respect to diverse social groups. The need for change is grounded in detailed empirical work across a range of communities and organisations in London, with lessons that go well beyond science education and debates over the role of the museum. The book is essential reading for all social science and humanities scholars, as well as offering important insights for scientists too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who is excluded from science? What is the role of museums in this exclusion? In Equity, Exclusion and Everyday Science Learning: The Experiences of Minoritised Groups (Routledge, 2019), Dr Emily Dawson, an Associate Professor in the Department of Science and Technology Studies at University College London, introduces the idea of everyday science learning to critically engage with our understandings of science and the role of institutions in that understanding. The book challenges science centres and museums to move from participation policies and schemes, which have failed to significantly change the institution and its audience, to offer recognition and respect to diverse social groups. The need for change is grounded in detailed empirical work across a range of communities and organisations in London, with lessons that go well beyond science education and debates over the role of the museum. The book is essential reading for all social science and humanities scholars, as well as offering important insights for scientists too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy PI Day 2018!!! This week, our heroes, Vince (@vinsanity09) and Anthony (@murseant) take some time to get to know a few out of this world monsters and multidimensional peeps. ‘Alien Toilet Monsters’ Issue #01 by Carol Zara and Eric Barnett hit shelves last fall, and Vince orchestrated a magnificent “get” as he was able to have Omnimorphic send us a copy for us to review. The art and the story pacing were enough to get us invested for the coming issues, but they dive into the introduction of the world that Zara and Barnett had built. They also talk discuss the ‘Fantastic Beasts 2’ trailer, the SNL Black Panther sketch, and Nicholas Cage finally becoming Superman among other things. Also big announcement: KEEPING IT NERD LIVE EVENT April 7, 2018 at Caffe Frascati in San Jose Interested in joining us? EMAIL US Special Thanks: – Everyday Science for their ‘Pi Pi Pi (Bye Bye Bye parody)’ since it’s Pi day (@everydayscitv) – Jay Hifive & Broken Elegance for the song, “Journey” – Reyna (@reynax81) for the promos – Evan King (evanking.bandcamp.com) for “Alpha Channels”, the official theme of ‘Keeping It Nerd’ heard on this and almost every episode of this podcast. Please rate, comment, and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play Music, and find us and give us some love over at Stitcher Radio. Email: keepingitnerdpodcast@gmail.com Socials: @keepingitnerd on both Twitter and Instagram

An Everyday Science podcast, focusing on the basic ideas of topology and some of the more interesting concepts involved. By Jeffery Asquith

Helen Czerski is a physicist at University College London's department of Mechanical Engineering and a science presenter for the BBC. She writes a monthly column for BBC Focus magazine called “Everyday Science” that was shortlisted for a Professional Publishers Association Award. Helen's new book is Storm in a Teacup: The Physics of Everyday Life. She was in the Northwest to speak at Town Hall Seattle, presented by University Book Store and Town Hall as part of the Science Series.

In this last segment of the mixtures episode, Brian shows how fun and delicious it is to mix Carbon Dioxide and water!