What does water smell like? Did bipedal dinosaurs get back pain? Is my perception of time related to my heart rate? Does getting fresh air when you're sick actually doing anything? Are orange peels airtight? Why can't I smell ants? Why can't humans drink river water anymore? Deboki Chakravarti and Hank Green have answers! If you're in need of dubious advice, email us at hankandjohn@gmail.com.Join us for monthly livestreams and an exclusive weekly podcast at patreon.com/dearhankandjohn.Follow us on Twitter! twitter.com/dearhankandjohn If you're in need of dubious advice, email us at hankandjohn@gmail.com.Join us for monthly livestreams at patreon.com/dearhankandjohn.Follow us on Twitter! twitter.com/dearhankandjohn

Two Sams join Ceri and Hank in a team-based episode of Tangents. They talk about fitness challenges at Walt Disney World, perceptions of size, bizarre beasts, miniature organs, satellite launches, and the search for the smallest single-celled organism.

Deboki Chakravarti, a science communicator and podcaster from Tiny Matters, joins to tackle fascinating scientific queries. She and Hank delve into the rare interactions of fire and oxygen, and discuss how unique they are in the universe. They ponder the physical changes during pregnancy while adding a light-hearted spin. Fun facts about umbilical cords reveal their lack of sensation, and a whimsical look at tailbones sparks laughter. The mix of humor and insightful science makes for an engaging conversation!

Deboki Chakravarti, an expert on animal extremities and their health implications, dives into the fascinating survival strategies of hibernating bears and Mexican cavefish. She explains how bears avoid blood clots during hibernation and the potential treatments this offers for humans. The conversation extends to the cavefish, revealing their unique adaptations to starvation and darkness that could inform fatty liver disease research. Deboki also humorously ponders the strange case of a mushroom growing on a frog, highlighting the complexities of defining species.

In this lively discussion, guest Deboki Chakravarti, a former editorial assistant with a knack for exploring fundamental human questions, dives into the layered world of hormones. The talk oscillates from the whimsical concept of crispy sauces to a thought-provoking look at oxytocin, the love hormone, and its role in social bonding. With humor and engaging anecdotes, they also discuss the intricate connections between hormones, stress, and parenting insights, offering a delightful blend of science and personal storytelling.