Each episode of Distillations podcast takes a deep-dive into a moment of science-related history in order to shed light on the present.
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Episode 21: Sound
Sound is often thought to be a science of physics, but on today’s show we consider its chemistry.
SHOW CLOCK
00:00 Opening Credits
00:31 Introduction
01:11 Element of the Week: Neodymium
03:03 Chemistry in Your Cupboard: Pop Rocks
05:43 Sonic Art: Experimental Musical Instruments
10:43 Quote: Ludiwg van Beethoven
11:08 Closing Credits
CREDITS
Special thanks to Chi Chan and Catherine Girardeau for researching this show. Additional credits available at chemheritage.org/distillations.