An introduction to the principles of thermodynamics, including a look at temperature and heat, the laws of thermodynamics, perpetual motion, methods of transferring energy, and the phenomenon of entropy.
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Nov 30
Episode 156: Fossils and Dating Methods
An introduction to the techniques used to study the history and ages of geological speciments. We begin with an overview of chronostratigraphy, covering principles of relative dating, way up indicators, and biostratigraphy. We then discuss geochronology, including a review of ear ... Show More
1h 10m
Oct 24
Episode 155: Embryology and Development
An introduction to the process of development, beginning with fertilisation and covering the stages of blastocyst formation, implantation into the uterus, gastrulation and its constituent cell movements, neurulation and the role of the notochord, and the beginnings of organogenes ... Show More
1h 10m
Jan 2025
Chasing the Impossible: The Enigma of Perpetual Motion (Encore)
Imagine a device that could supply an unlimited amount of energy. It would solve many of the world’s problems in one fell swoop.
Unfortunately, such a device is impossible to build, but that hasn’t stopped people throughout history from trying.
In fact, to this very day, people ... Show More
11m 30s
Sep 2025
Making Cents Out of Watts: What’s Driving Up Your Energy Bills? | Climate One
This is an episode of a podcast we think you'll love, Climate One. A third of Americans say that they've skipped food, medicine, or something else to be able to afford their energy bills. Much of the increase in the cost of electricity is driven by rising demand from artificial i ... Show More
56m 51s