All Around Science

All Around Science
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Nov 20, 2023 • 58min

Earthquakes

The podcast discusses the decline in public trust in science and explores the causes. They also delve into the topic of earthquakes, explaining plate boundaries and types of earthquakes. Additionally, they touch on the different names for colored pencils around the world and celebrate Curiosity's 4,000 days on Mars.
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Nov 13, 2023 • 54min

Allergies

On today’s episode: It’s been 4.5 billion years since Earth and the Moon violently broke up…but Earth just can’t let go. Is it a food allergy? An intolerance? A sensitivity? Let’s talk about the difference! All that and more today on All Around Science... RESOURCES A 'protoplanet' that created the moon may be hiding deep inside Earth | Live Science Allergy | Wikipedia Oral allergy syndrome | Wikipedia Oral allergy syndrome information for parents | Oxford University Hospitals Dynamic changes in proteins during apple (Malus x domestica) fruit ripening and storage | Nature Cold urticaria | Wikipedia Aquagenic urticaria | Wikipedia THEME MUSIC by Andrew Allen https://twitter.com/KEYSwithSOUL http://andrewallenmusic.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Nov 6, 2023 • 50min

JuMBO Planets

On today’s episode: Pacific hurricanes are pretty scary… why don’t we ever hear about them? And we talk about JuMBOs, the celestial object that shouldn’t exist. All that and more today on All Around Science... RESOURCES Hurricane Otis smashed into Mexico and broke records. Why did no one see it coming? | Science https://arxiv.org/pdf/2310.01231.pdf https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Star_formation#Cloud_collapse https://www.space.com/21420-smallest-star-size-red-dwarf.html https://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-66974738 https://www.earth.com/news/jumbos-james-webb-reveals-free-floating-worlds-that-cant-be-explained/ https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/10/2/james-webb-telescope-finding-jupiter-sized-objects-in-orion-nebula-baffles-scientists https://www.universetoday.com/154330/astronomy-jargon-101-hydrostatic-equilibrium/ THEME MUSIC by Andrew Allen https://twitter.com/KEYSwithSOUL http://andrewallenmusic.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Oct 30, 2023 • 1h 4min

El Niño vs The Jet Stream

On today’s episode: Scientists have found the oldest known structure; and it’s really, really old. You’re going to be hearing a lot about El Nino over the next year… So let’s learn what it is! All that and more today on All Around Science... RESOURCES Archaeologists discover world’s oldest wooden structure - News - University of Liverpool We’re entering a pretty strong El Niño—here’s what that means for a US winter State of the climate: Global temperatures throughout mid-2023 shatter records What is El Niño (ENSO) | YouTube What are El Niño and La Niña? | NOAA What we talk about when we talk about the jet stream and El Niño | NOAA THEME MUSIC by Andrew Allen https://twitter.com/KEYSwithSOUL http://andrewallenmusic.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Oct 23, 2023 • 57min

The Nature of Anti-Science

On today’s episode: We have a fantastic discussion about the nature of science and anti-science. All that and more today on All Around Science...   THEME MUSIC by Andrew Allen https://twitter.com/KEYSwithSOUL http://andrewallenmusic.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Oct 16, 2023 • 1h

Anthrozoology w/ Marika Bell

On today’s episode: We talk with Marika Bell, the host of the podcast "The Deal With Animals". We learn what anthrozoology is, and she answers listener questions. All that and more today on All Around Science...   THEME MUSIC by Andrew Allen https://twitter.com/KEYSwithSOUL http://andrewallenmusic.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Oct 9, 2023 • 1h 4min

Collecting Asteroid Samples

Researchers explore the impact of heat exposure on pregnancy. The largest asteroid sample landed recently, leading to exciting scientific possibilities. The hosts also discuss flying experiences and plans, and debunk myths about constructing Egyptian pyramids.
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Oct 2, 2023 • 51min

Medical Myths From Media

On today’s episode: Let's check in with Perserverance on Mars. And talk to EMT Scott Armstrong about some annoying medical myths from the media. All that and more today on All Around Science... LINKS: SOURCES Here’s what the latest Mars rover has learned so far THEME MUSIC by Andrew Allen https://twitter.com/KEYSwithSOUL http://andrewallenmusic.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sep 25, 2023 • 1h 1min

2023 Ig Nobel Prizes

On today’s episode: A breakthrough in our understanding of preeclampsia! And we celebrate the weird fringes of science by looking at this year’s Ig Nobel Prizes. All that and more today on All Around Science... LINKS: SOURCES In major breakthrough, Western, Brown researchers close in on preeclampsia cure Ig Nobel Prizes THEME MUSIC by Andrew Allen https://twitter.com/KEYSwithSOUL http://andrewallenmusic.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sep 18, 2023 • 55min

Parasites

This podcast explores the dangers of super spicy foods and the tragic incidents they have caused. It also discusses the case of a woman in Australia who had a python parasite in her brain. The episode delves into the fascinating world of parasites, their evolutionary sense, and how they infect different parts of the body. Additionally, it explores the survival mechanisms of deep-sea creatures under extreme pressure. Finally, it touches on the shrinkage of a styrofoam cup during a deep dive.

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