Bonus: How does numbing cream work? (and other questions)

Sep 21, 2023

In this bonus episode, the hosts of a chemistry podcast answer listener questions about topics such as meringue shrinkage, carbon plates in running shoes, yawning, materials chemistry, and the chemistry behind bending abilities in Avatar: The Last Airbender. They also explore the interconnectedness of physics, chemistry, and biology while sharing funny moments and expressing gratitude for listener engagement.

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Introduction

00:00 • 5min

The Shrinkage of Meringues and Carbon Plates in Running Shoes

04:48 • 5min

Yawning, Materials Chemistry, and Internet Challenges

10:11 • 2min

Exploring Chemistry in Avatar: The Last Airbender

12:12 • 13min

The Interconnectedness of Physics, Chemistry, and Biology

25:40 • 8min

Funny Moments and Listener Engagement

34:00 • 4min