Streamed live on Jun 24, 2024. Normally Pamela refuses to think about the future. But today, on our final episode before hiatus, she’s throwing out those rules. It’s like the PURGE! Here’s what we’re excited about for the future. Especially for the next couple of months until we return in September. This Episode is made possible thanks to our Patrons on Pa ... Show More
Sep 22
Ep. 764: Cleared For Launch!
Astronomy Cast Ep. 764: Cleared For Launch! By Fraser Cain & Dr. Pamela Gay Streamed live September 17, 2025. This week, we look at the process behind rockets getting licensed to launch, and everyone around the pad getting notified to stay away as T-0 approaches. (Can you say "er ... Show More
33m 3s
Apr 2024
Ask a Chemist: Can you dissolve a liquid into a solid? (and other questions)
Bonus Episode: Question and Response 54
In this month's bonus episode, Melissa and Jam respond to your comments and questions about dissolving, purple shampoo, coal ash, and petroleum waste.
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30m 33s
Jun 2023
Bonus: 1,000,000 Downloads! - YouTube Live Replay
Bonus Episode: Question and Response 45
This month we have a special bonus episode. To celebrate reaching 1,000,000 downloads, we hung out with a bunch of podcast listeners on YouTube Live and answered questions and had a blast. Check it out if you missed it!
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1h 11m
Apr 2023
Bonus: How does lightning striking sand create glass? (and other questions)
Bonus Episode: Question and Response 42
In this month's bonus episode, Melissa and Jam respond to comments and questions about freezing point depression, super-heated water, what salt does to yeast, video games, and more!
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46m 19s
Jun 2023
Bonus: Why is butter yellow? (and other questions)
Bonus Episode: Question and Response 44
In this month's bonus episode, Melissa and Jam respond to comments and questions about butter, popcorn, vinegar and baking soda, being a dad, and more!
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40m 25s
Feb 2024
Ask a Chemist: Why do metals look metallic? (and other questions!)
Bonus Episode: Question and Response 52
In this month's bonus episode, Melissa and Jam respond to your comments and questions about metals, kombucha, learning styles, condiments, and more!
Reference from this episode: https://radiolab.org/podcast/g-miseducation-larry-p.
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48m 8s
Sep 2023
Bonus: How does numbing cream work? (and other questions)
Bonus Episode: Question and Response 48
In this month's bonus episode, Melissa and Jam respond to comments and questions about shoes, freeze-drying, water filters, botox, and more!
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37m 35s
Dec 2023
Bonus: What's the chemistry of kombucha? (and other questions)
Bonus Episode: Question and Response 50
In this month's bonus episode, Melissa and Jam respond to your comments and questions about mosquitos, kombucha, coated cookware, and more!
Thanks to our monthly supporters Ciara Linville J0HNTR0Y Jeannette Napoleon Cullyn R Erica Bee Eli ... Show More
39m 2s