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Hello and welcome to a very special episode of Lexx Education! It's our centenary! Can you believe we made it to 100 episodes?! We know we can't!
To celebrate making it this far, a place that not many podcasts get to, we are looking at the 100 Greatest Scientific Discoveries. We've unearthed a very cool book called the 100 Greatest Science Discoveries Of All Time by Hendall Haven and we're beginning a meandering wander through the list starting with the first ten. You'll get the next installment in 100 episodes time. We like to keep you on tenterhooks.
For now though thank you so much for listening, we love what we do and we love that you're here. You're the best listeners a podcast could ever ask for.
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Strap in for a centennial celebration, listeners, as Lexx Education hits a monumental 100th episode! Laura and Ron embark on an intellectual adventure through the pages of Hendall Haven's book, "The 100 Greatest Science Discoveries of All Time." In this episode, they tackle the first ten discoveries, promising a journey of a thousand episodes to complete the list. From the sun-centric universe to the weight of air, join the duo as they delve into the minds of history's greatest scientific thinkers.
Amidst the revelations, Laura and Ron reflect on the podcast's unexpected success, standing proudly in the top 25% of podcasts based on listenership. They also ponder the serendipitous nature of scientific discovery, marveling at how past scholars turned mere specks into entire worlds and laid the groundwork for our understanding of the universe.
With a mix of awe and exasperation, they question why it took 1500 years for someone to drop two bricks and test Aristotle's theory of gravity. It's an episode that celebrates not just their podcast milestone but the boundless curiosity that propels humanity forward. So come along for this centenary special where history, science, and a touch of sibling banter collide!
- Introduction: Celebrating 100 Episodes
- The Sun-Centric Universe and Other Revelations
- The Discovery of Air Pressure and Cells
- Reflecting on Lexx Education's Success
- The Legacy of Scientific Discovery
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Hello and welcome to another episode of Lexx Education! It's the comedy science podcast where comedian Laura Lexx tries to learn science from her non-comedian science loving younger brother Ron!
Ron didn't make any episode notes for this, our 99th episode and when I messaged him to ask him what it was about so I could write this he said "Biology, selective breeding - we don't get much done at all. Basically just talk about cabbage and broccoli." I think for the nine millionth time he talks about Barbara Brocolli.
Anyway, become a patron, leave us a five star review and buy Laura's books and tour tickets. Thanks x
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💬 Show Notes

Strap in for a wild ride through the unpredictable world of science with the Lexx siblings in the latest episode of Lexx Education! Laura and Ron are back at it again, with Ron fresh from a holiday and Laura gearing up for her own getaway. The duo dive into the intricacies of selective breeding, but not before getting sidetracked by discussions about rural living, the allure of Switzerland, and their plans for the monumental 100th episode.
Amidst the banter, they touch upon the potential pitfalls of selective breeding, like the risk of reducing genetic diversity and inadvertently passing on undesirable traits. But it's not all serious science talk; expect a hefty dose of classic Lexx humor, including a debate on whether the Romans had tea and the comedic potential of tea towels.
Don't miss this episode's blend of education, humor, and sibling rivalry. And remember, if you're enjoying the podcast, consider becoming a patron, leaving a stellar review, and supporting Laura's creative endeavors. Class dismissed!
- Introduction and Holiday Tales: Ron shares his European vacation stories, and Laura gears up for her trip.- Episode 100 Planning: The siblings brainstorm guest ideas and reflect on past milestones.- Selective Breeding: A brief and chaotic attempt at discussing selective breeding and its implications.- The Economics of Podcasting: Laura and Ron candidly discuss the financial realities of producing Lexx Education.- Lurkers Unveiled: Laura encounters a silent podcast fan, leading to musings on the unseen audience.- The Biology Recap That Wasn't: An attempt to recap biology leads to tangential conversations and existential musings.- Riddle Me This: The episode wraps up with a series of riddles, showcasing the Lexx's quick wit (or lack thereof).
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This week on the podcast... Ron talks us through how to make hummus, Laura and Ron discuss food for a long time - must have been a lunch record. But they don’t eat anything in the episode so that’s good.
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