How Water Softener Works

Some U.S. cities and states have officially changed Columbus Day to Indigenous Peoples' Day. Learn why -- and why some Americans disagree with the change -- in this classic episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://people.howstuffworks.com/culture-traditions/holidays- ... Show More

The English-language terms for different baked goods vary based on where English is being spoken. Learn why an American cookie is a British biscuit, an American biscuit is a British scone, our muffins have nothing to do with each other, and pudding doesn't have to involve pudding ... Show More

When dark spots appear on the surface of the Sun, we're actually seeing the result of massive distortions in solar magnetic fields caused by roiling plasma -- and they appear in regular(ish) 11-year cycles. Learn what we know (and don't know!) about sunspots in today's episode of ... Show More

<p>Why would people want to remove salt from water? To solve the world's water problem, that's why. Learn all about the efforts to desalinate H2O in cheaper and more efficient ways.</p><p> </p> Learn more about your ad-choices at <a href="https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com">htt ... Show More

In this episode, we dive into: • How this natural water additive can increase longevity and slow aging. • The biohacking power of optimized hydration at a biomolecular level. • Why this supplement doesn’t just hydrate you—it enhances how your body uses water. • The anti-stress, e ... Show More

<p>Can we save the future of the human race with some thin membranes riddled with ultra-tiny holes? Science says yes! Thanks to reverse osmosis filtration, we can turn saltwater to fresh and finally say, Water, water everywhere so let’s all have a drink!</p><p> </p> Learn more ab ... Show More

<p>Today Melissa and Jam talk about the chemistry of soap, and how it does its magical work.</p> <p>Find us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @ChemForYourLife.<br /> Email us at <a>chemforyourlife@gmail.com</a><br /> And check out our chill, simple little website at <a href="ht ... Show More

In today’s episode we look at some ingenious solutions to water related problems. We start our aquatic journey by going on a tour of one of Victorian England’s most important feats of engineering. We discover a cheap and easy way to test for water quality, and learn about one of ... Show More

Did you know that the water you drink every day could have a surprising impact on your brain health? Or that something as simple as boiling water might help remove harmful microplastics? Welcome to Adept English, the podcast where we explore fascinating real-world stories while h ... Show More

Toilet Paper. It's something you use every day. But do you ever think about how it's MADE? We have chemical engineer Madion Matson on our show today to chat about the in-depth chemical and material processes that go into making the one thing none of us want to be without! Listen ... Show More

In this episode, we look at the technologies that deliver water to your home, whether it's a well or a municipal water system. Let's get pumped up! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

Why I changed my mind on fluoridation. This episode features audio from: Why I Changed My Mind on Water Fluoridation Medicine’s Response to the Changing Science on Fluoride Safety Visit the video pages for all sources and doctor’s notes related to this podcast.