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Why and how do Jellyfish sting? Part 10
Why and how do Jellyfish sting? Part 10
What's the chemistry of a jellyfish sting? Why do they feel so different from other stings? And what can we even do when... Read more
10 Jul 2021
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Ranked #2
Why are seasonal allergies the worst? Part 9
Why are seasonal allergies the worst? Part 9
Most of us know the feeling. But what are we actually experiencing when we experience allergies? How does being around p... Read more
10 Jul 2021
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Ranked #3
What is the smell of fresh cut grass? Part 8
What is the smell of fresh cut grass? Part 8
4What is that iconic smell? The smell that screams spring and summer? The smell so distinct, and yet so mysterious. Why ... Read more
10 Jul 2021
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How do Venus flytraps trap flies? Part 7
How do Venus flytraps trap flies? Part 7
Venus flytraps: The plants that have fascinated and freaked many of us out since we were kids. How do they do what they ... Read more
10 Jul 2021
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Ranked #5
What’s the future of antihistamines? Part 6
What’s the future of antihistamines? Part 6
Could histamine and antihistamines do more than just affect our allergies? Actually yes. Today we discuss new and recent... Read more
10 Jul 2021
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Ranked #6
Do anti-aging products work? Part 5
Do anti-aging products work? Part 5
099The ads are everywhere. Trying to convince us to buy something to prevent or undo the wrinkles and skin damage that c... Read more
10 Jul 2021
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Ranked #7
Why do bug bites itch? Part 4
Why do bug bites itch? Part 4
Question and Response 21In this month's bonus episode, Melissa and Jam respond to comments and questions about bug bites... Read more
10 Jul 2021
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Ranked #8
How are airbags made of chemicals? Part 3
How are airbags made of chemicals? Part 3
we all get it, they save our lives, and they aren't just a really good Radiohead song. But HOW? Most of us never even ne... Read more
10 Jul 2021
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Ranked #9
What is benzene and why is it in my sunscreen? Part 2
What is benzene and why is it in my sunscreen? Part 2
Well there's more to sunscreen than we thought. Like some super recent not so great info, about something called benzene... Read more
10 Jul 2021
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Ranked #10
What is hyaluronic acid? Part 1
What is hyaluronic acid? Part 1
What do roosters' combs and cows' eyeballs have that our skin needs? Let's add another chapter to the chemistry of skin ... Read more
10 Jul 2021
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