A podcast that helps you understand the fascinating chemistry hidden in your everyday life. Have you ever wondered why onions make you cry?... more
Whether you're a frequent customer of the dry cleaner or not, you've probably wondered, "why is it called dry cleaning?... more
Bonus Episode: Question and Response 39In this month's bonus episode, Melissa and Jam respond to comments and questions about fero... more
Well we've just finished that time of the year, the time when some of us bring pine trees into our... more
This week, Melissa and Jam explore the wintery chemistry of snowflakes. How do they form? How are they all unique?... more
If you drink coffee, then you know that it starts to taste super different as it goes from hot to... more
In this month's bonus episode, Melissa and Jam respond to comments and questions about amino acids, chemistry puns, salt preservation,... more
Peppermints. They seem innocent enough right? But if that's the case, then what common thread do they share with cigarettes?... more
This week Melissa and Jam explore some of the chemistry behind cooking. What happens when you sear a steak? What's... more
Gluten. Public enemy number one. If you're gluten intolerant that is. But what is gluten? Why is it in bread?... more
In this month's bonus episode, Melissa and Jam respond to comments and questions about regulation of scented products, being a... more