Apr 30th, 2022
Episode 127: Weathering, Erosion, and Rivers
The first in a new series on geomorphology, in which I review the main erosion processes that shape landforms of the natural environment. Here I discu...View Details
Apr 30th, 2022
The first in a new series on geomorphology, in which I review the main erosion processes that shape landforms of the natural environment. Here I discu...View Details
Apr 2nd, 2022
An exploration of the role of the neurotransmitter serotonin in the development of depression. I discuss the role of serotonin in promoting the produc...View Details
Feb 27th, 2022
In this special episode I discuss genetic testing with Kira Dineen from DNA Today. We cover a range of topics including the process and science behind...View Details
Jan 31st, 2022
A discussion of earthquakes, covering the elastic rebound theory of earthquake generation, the phenomena of deep and intraplate earthquakes, types of ...View Details
Dec 30th, 2021
A discussion of the awesome power of volcanoes, including an overview of the different types of volcanoes, types of lava and pyroclastics, mechanisms ...View Details
Nov 30th, 2021
Concluding the two-part series on the circulatory and respiratory systems, I discuss the biochemical mechanisms by which red blood cells and hemoglobi...View Details
Nov 28th, 2021
An overview of the basic concepts of linear momentum, angular momentum, work and energy. Includes a discussion of the conservation of momentum, why th...View Details
Nov 28th, 2021
A discussion of the importance of the profit motive and freedom of competition in the efficient operation of a market economy. Includes an overview of...View Details
Nov 28th, 2021
An overview of how atoms bond together to form different chemical substances, including a discussion of the tree main types of bonds (covalent, ionic ...View Details
Nov 28th, 2021
An introduction to the key principles of quantum mechanics, beginning with an examination of the quantum-mechanical description of the behaviour of el...View Details