Best Chemistry Podcasts (2024)

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Ask a Chemist: Why are crystals rare? (and other questions) 28:59

1h ago28:59

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Question and Response 62 New College-Style Sweatshirt! In this special bonus episode of Chemistry for Your Life, Melissa and Jam dive into listener-submitted questions, covering everything from the rarity of crystals and the chemistry of sourdough to the science behind melting ice on roads in Canada. Along the way, they explore fun tangents about n…

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News | November 19, 2024 7:52

29m ago7:52

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Article 1: Hazmat vehicles under the scanner: 5-day inspection blitz conducted by Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance Over five days this summer, commercial motor vehicle inspectors conducted 3,929 inspections of commercial motor vehicles transporting hazardous materials/dangerous goods (HM/DG) as part of the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s (CV…

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THMG470 – Mailbag 24:37

20h ago24:37

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In this episode, we rummage through our mailbag and pull out two intriguing questions. One is like a thermal imaging camera, while the other tackles the tricky situation of finding PPE compatibility when the manufacturer's specs aren't available, and time is ticking. Can you rely on the chemical's genre instead? We dive deep into this topic and exp…

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Do carrots help us see better? 51:54

1d ago51:54

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#199 In this episode of 'Chemistry for Your Life,' hosts Melissa and Jam explore the chemistry behind the popular belief that eating carrots improves night vision. They take a deep dive into the scientific processes, including how beta carotene from carrots is converted into vitamin A, then into rhodopsin, and how this helps with night vision. They…

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Audio Summary December 2024 6:54

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News | November 12, 2024 7:15

1d ago7:15

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Car containing pressurized cylinders, lithium ion batteries explodes in New York City A car explosion occurred in the New York City borough of Queens on a Friday morning due to a pressurized cylinder stored inside the vehicle that failed, causing a fire and subsequent blast. The explosion happened at approximately 6:47 a.m., as reported by the New …

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Alzheimer disease blood-based biomarkers: Translation from research into clinical use 18:52

3d ago18:52

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By Lance Ladic and Mari DeMarco

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THMG469 – Case Study with Liquid Nitrogen 26:26

6d ago26:26

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In commemoration of our new show being stood up named INDUSTRIAL STRENGTH PODCAST we took a dive into the world of a incident that happened where Nitrogen was released. We take a look at the incident, give our hot takes on it. Take a listen And be sure to look for both Hazard Class Podcast featuring Jake Ryks and Industrial Strength Podcast found w…

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Deconvolution of human urine across the transcriptome and metabolome 11:31

7d ago11:31

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By Sevahn Vorperian and Stephen Quake

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What makes honey crystallize? 33:54

7d ago33:54

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#055 Rebroadcast Ever notice that honey crystalizes? Isn't that like super weird? Why does it do that? This week, Melissa and Jam risk getting stuck in this question. References from this episode https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5884753/ https://www.usda.gov/codex https://www.fda.gov/files/food/published/PDF---Guidance-for-Industry--Pro…

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News | November 5, 2024 6:13

9d ago6:13

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UPDATE: Dodge County Deputy treated for exposure after hazmat spill on Hwy 56 The news story reports on an incident involving a hazardous materials spill near Hayfield, Minnesota. The Dodge County Sheriff's Office (DCSO) responded to a situation where anhydrous fumes were detected crossing Highway 56. The incident occurred just after 7 p.m. on a We…

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THMG465 – PHMSA and You! 38:13

13d ago38:13

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We had a brief but insightful chat with William Schooner and Carla Sheppard from PHMSA. We dove deep for about 30 minutes, but there's still plenty more to cover. They'll be back for more, so tune in to learn how grants can benefit your department. Lots of resources are shared in this episode. Thank you to our sponsor for this episode: KULR Technol…

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Niacin and Risk of Cardiovascular Events: Deciphering the Paradox 13:09

13d ago13:09

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By Ravinder Sodi

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How do things glow in the dark? 42:14

14d ago42:14

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#198 In this special Halloween episode Melissa and Jam explore the spooky yet fascinating world of glow-in-the-dark chemistry. The discussion delves into nostalgic aspects of Halloween, focusing particularly on phosphorescence and the forbidden transitions that cause electrons to glow. The chemistry behind these glowing phenomena is explained with …

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Stereo Chemistry: How the Nobel Prize in Chemistry was won 27:49

16d ago27:49

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On Oct. 9, the 2024 Nobel Prize for Chemistry was awarded to David Baker, Demis Hassabis, and John M. Jumper for their work in prediction and design of protein structures. C&EN’s executive editor for life sciences, Laura Howes, joins a special episode of Stereo Chemistry to discuss why the trio won, the significance of their work around proteins, a…

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News | October 29, 2024

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https://www.motorbiscuit.com/electric-fire-truck-burns-down-fire-station/ https://kfor.com/news/local/scary-oklahoma-christian-university-hazmat-incident-sends-13-to-hospital/ https://www.abc12.com/news/local/hazmat-crews-investigate-bright-green-substance-in-flint-river/article_cf1d665c-9353-11ef-8da0-63575b642d86.html https://www.registerguard.co…

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THMG468 – Full Scale Exercises and Tabletop Training For Your Area (Maybe for FREE!) 34:50

25d ago34:50

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Join us as we chat with two of our go-to experts, Bobby and Ronnie, who are exercise gurus collaborating with us to deliver both tabletop and large-scale exercises to your community. We explore our recent activities in Alabama, discuss the expenses involved in these drills, and explain how we can offer them to you at no cost. This episode kicks off…

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Ask a Chemist: Why do self-tanners smell weird? (and other questions) 26:23

21d ago26:23

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Question and Response 61 New College-Style Sweatshirt! And Spooky Chemistry Shirts Are Back! In this episode of 'Chemistry for Your Life,' hosts Melissa and Jam address a variety of intriguing listener questions. They cover topics such as the chemical processes behind self-tanners and why early formulations could result in uneven appearances, the u…

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News001 | October 22, 2024 9:38

23d ago9:38

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https://www.boston25news.com/news/local/2-people-taken-hospital-after-hazmat-incident-whitman-restaurant/VCV2SZYX6ZHPZLU2JXO2MD3DX4/ https://www.wmtw.com/article/auburn-maine-hazardous-material-spill-fire-ms-ambrogio/62640831 https://www.beaumontenterprise.com/news/article/petro-truck-stop-beaumont-hazmat-situation-19844937.php…

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THMG467 – Intro to unusual biological laboratories with Jacqui Hardt | Part III 33:03

27d ago33:03

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We recently reconnected with Jacqui Hardt, who you might remember from episode 136. We bumped into her in Phoenix, and she started sharing all that's happened over the past eight years since her last appearance. We just had to have her back, so we're planning a series of episodes. This one sets the stage, with more to follow soon. I'm really excite…

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Audio Summary November 2024 4:55

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Approval of the First CRISPR-Cas9 Gene Editing Therapy for Sickle Cell Disease 5:55

28d ago5:55

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By Sean T Campbell

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Personalized Reproductive Hormone Monitoring in Sweat 13:59

1M ago13:59

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By Robert D Maynard

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How does spray tan stain our skin? 48:03

28d ago48:03

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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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THMG466 – Intro to unusual biological laboratories with Jacqui Hardt | Part II 34:40

1M ago34:40

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We recently reconnected with Jacqui Hardt, who you might remember from episode 136. We bumped into her in Phoenix, and she started sharing all that's happened over the past eight years since her last appearance. We just had to have her back, so we're planning a series of episodes. This one sets the stage, with more to follow soon. I'm really excite…

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Reference Intervals Revisited: A Novel Model for Population-Based Reference Intervals, Using a Small Sample Size and Biological Variation Data 8:41

1M ago8:41

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By Abdurrahman Coşkun

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What makes jalapeños spicy, and what other crazy properties do they have? 35:44

1M ago35:44

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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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THMG465 – Intro to unusual biological laboratories with Jacqui Hardt 39:29

2M ago39:29

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We recently reconnected with Jacqui Hardt, who you might remember from episode 136. We bumped into her in Phoenix, and she started sharing all that's happened over the past eight years since her last appearance. We just had to have her back, so we're planning a series of episodes. This one sets the stage, with more to follow soon. I'm really excite…

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Why does ibuprofen take so long to work? 49:29

2M ago49:29

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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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C&EN Uncovered: PhD to CEO, how chemistry entrepreneurs are making the jump 22:47

1M ago22:47

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In the 20th century, corporate powerhouses like Bell Labs and DuPont Central Research funded R&D from their balance sheets, creating a clear path for postdoctoral scientists to innovate beyond their university research. In 2024, with the decay of corporate laboratories, graduates are taking the commercial start-up route more and more. C&EN, busines…

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THMG464 – Outside Training Mailbag Question 26:33

2M ago26:33

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Bob likens sticking to your own training department to drinking from your own pond, urging you to step outside your usual perspective. He highlights the value of tuning into external voices for fresh insights to boost your operations. We delve into this idea and share actionable advice on how to elevate your department, your team, and yourself. Tak…

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Beyond the Screen: Navigating Remote Work within Medicine 8:31

2M ago8:31

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By Sarah Hackenmueller and Laura Parnas

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Ask a Chemist: Does raw milk have more bacteria? (and other questions) 29:55

2M ago29:55

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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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THMG460a – Introducing Aligent Resolve Handheld Raman 26:31

2M ago26:31

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After reading the DHS report, we had to get the inside scoop on this meter that was ranked #1 in a head to head comparison to other titans of the industry. Find out what is setting them apart from the rest in this show. US DHS study Why Hazard a Guess Resolve product page Agilent See through more with the Agilent Resolve handheld Raman system check…

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THMG463 – Railroad Community Outreach 28:20

2M ago28:20

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Join us for a quick chat with our friend James Farner from BNSF Railroad about their Community Outreach Program. It's a fantastic initiative that more folks should know about. Tune in to learn what they offer, who covers your area, and how to connect with them. Take listen to The Post Incident Analysis with Mike Callan found on Facebook and YouTube…

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How do pain killers relieve pain? 43:22

2M ago43:22

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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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Audio Summary October 2024 5:01

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THMG462– Organic Peroxides 25:50

2M ago25:50

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In this episode, we dive into organic peroxides and their impact on first responders. We talk about the dangers, practical uses, and safety measures. Tune in! Thank you to our sponsor for this episode: KULR Technology A great new battery technology that is exciting the community, check it out here. ObexionAG Another tremendous battery containment p…

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Why do we use fluoride on our teeth? 30:07

2M ago30:07

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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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THMG461 – Mailbag 24:44

2M ago24:44

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We dove into our mailbag and uncovered some real treasures. Turns out, we overlooked a huge topic! Tune in and discover more. PID/VOC and Chlorine quick grabs? Also, August 14, 2024 at 1930 EST is our long form episode of the After Action Report Podcast featuring Bob Ingram from FDNY which will be streaming on Facebook and YouTube. Comments will be…

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What are dental fillings and how are they chemistry? 51:21

2M ago51:21

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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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ChatGPT vs Medical Professional: Analyzing Responses to Laboratory Medicine Questions on Social Media 16:12

2M ago16:12

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By Min Yu

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Congenital Syphilis: An Emerging, Preventable Public Health Crisis 12:03

2M ago12:03

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By Kayode Balogun

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THMG460 – Mailbag 24:59

3M ago24:59

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Every so often, we dive into our email inbox to see what's brewing. These questions aren't usually long enough for a full episode, so we bundle them into one. · First up: What essentials should be in your go bag for recon or initial entry? · Next: What's the difference between PSI-A and PSI-G? · Then: What is dry decon and where is it mentioned in …

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C&EN Uncovered: Solvent Waste Levels, EPA Regulations, and Disposal 20:47

3M ago20:47

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On average, from 2011 to 2021, academic labs generated around 4,300 metric tons of hazardous waste each year. One of the largest lab-used solvents discarded is dichloromethane and more than half of that waste ends up burned. In today’s episode, policy reporters Krystal Vasquez and Leigh Krietsch Boerner dive into the processes academic labs use to …

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The Era of Early Detection and Treatment of Brain Amyloid Deposition in Asymptomatic Individuals? 16:32

3M ago16:32

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By Danni Li and William Mantyh

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Ask a Chemist: Reddit's Chemistry Questions Answered 25:08

3M ago25:08

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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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THMG459 – Words Matter – Part 4 23:04

3M ago23:04

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A whirlwind of recent travel and teaching has brought us across a discovery, that words matter. Whether it be the difference between evaporation and boiling or organic or inorganic. This will be a multipart series that is going to be broken up and published periodically. In this episode is: MISCABILITY vs SOLUBILITY and ISOTOPES, IONS and ISOMERS A…

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93. Neptunium: Great Expectations 1:07:57

3M ago1:07:57

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To the person who said, "the episodes are never too long," I'm terribly sorry.By T. R. Appleton

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What is up with RAW milk? 46:11

3M ago46:11

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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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