What causes the smell after rain?

This technology is going on a hundred years old, but for reliable voice communication across relatively short distances, walkie-talkies are still relevant -- and sometimes preferable to cell phones. Learn how they work in today's episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: http ... Show More

This four-legged prehistoric animal had a bony sail on its back and was probably scaly, but it was more closely to related to mammals than it was to dinosaurs. Learn about Dimetrodon and other synapsids in today's episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://animals.hows ... Show More

Samhain is a pagan holiday -- celebrated between the fall equinox and winter solstice -- that helped form modern, secular Halloween celebrations. Learn about Samhain in today's episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://people.howstuffworks.com/culture-traditions/holid ... Show More

<p><strong>#029 Rebroadcast</strong></p> <p>What's that smell? This week, Melissa and Jam explore the chemistry of smell. Now a lot of smell science has to do with our physiology and neurology. We'll talk some about that, but the chemistry has to do with the actual smells in the ... Show More

An in depth look at petrichor and mid summer rain Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. 

This week, Hannah dives into a question inspired by nature: Why do humans have such a keen smell for the scent of the rain? You can read the show notes here! Click here to obtain AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (0.5 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (0.5 hours), or ABIM MOC Part 2 (0. ... Show More

<p>The sound of rain has long been cherished by many for its soothing properties, often evoking feelings of tranquillity, nostalgia, and renewal. It&#39;s a natural symphony that can be both invigorating and calming.</p> 

<p><strong>#030 Rebroadcast</strong></p> <p>Melissa and Jam continue to sniff out the chemistry of smell, focusing this week on bad smells. Why are we so good at smelling bad smells? Why do they haunt us at night? Why are some bad smells so strong and long lasting, while many gre ... Show More

Our story tonight is called Petrichor and it’s a story about things getting greener as the spring rain falls. It’s also about a record player with a favorite album on the turntable, deer dozing in the grass and making a habit out of enjoying yourself. Order the book now! Get our ... Show More