Carbohydrates: no longer just for your piehole. Stuff some knowledge into your ears with sugar scientist Michelle Dookwah and learn how your cells use carbs to communicate, the whys behind your winter cravings, the hot goss on the keto diet, and how much sugar you should really be eating. Also: B-movies about biology and the weirdest thing Alie ate today.
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Horror Neurobiology (WATCHING SCARY STUFF) with Austin Lim
Thrills. Chills. Hiding behind your hands. It’s officially SPOOKTOBER month with a huge, fascinating (and I promise, mellow) episode on why humans watch horror, and what’s happening in your brain. Not only do we have the author of “Horror on the Brain: the Neuroscience Behind Sci ... Show More
2h 17m
Jan 2020
Dear Sugars Presents: Food, We Need To Talk
<p>one woman's quest to end her war with food. Hosts Juna Gjata and Dr. Eddie Phillips wield solid science, medical knowledge, common sense and an endless supply of dad jokes to teach us how to eat better and feel better about it. Hint: it's not dieting. A new podcast from WBUR.< ... Show More
22m 42s
Jun 2025
The No BS Guide To Energy, Nutrition & Protein in your 20s (or any age!)
How much protein you really need each day, easy hacks to up your fibre intake & the wellness trends that aren’t worth the hype with nutritionist & cook book author Sarah Pound. Plus, Sarah shares how blood sugar spikes impact our energy levels & how to plan a nutritious grocery l ... Show More
34 m
Apr 2023
Carbohydrate Metabolism | Glycolysis, Krebs Cycle, and Electron Transport Chain
In this episode, Dr Matt and Dr Mike explain how carbohydrates are used to make energy! They talk about the details underpinning glycolysis, the Krebs cycle, and the electron transport chain! Welcome to aerobic respiration!!For videos on this topic, click below:Overview of Metabo ... Show More
1h 28m
Aug 2025
Is Glucose Control the Key to Improving Your Health? with Jessie Inchauspé
In a popular re-release, Jessie Inchauspé, the Glucose Goddess, joins Dr. Mindy to explore the critical role of glucose regulation for holistic health. Their discussion covers the impact of glucose on mental and physical well-being, the significance of good nutrition, and simple ... Show More
1h 8m
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<p>Let's hear more about sugar from the perspective of biochemist, Caibe Alves.</p>
<p><a href="https://transistor.fm/how-to-start-a-podcast/?via=jam">How to start a podcast.</a> <- Check this out if you've got a podcast idea you want to make happe ... Show More
