Distillations

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Revealing science’s role in a complicated and strange world. Produced by the Science History Institute

 

Series

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170 Pieces

Science + Culture + History

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11 Pieces

Innate: How Science Invented the Myth of Race


Pieces

Caption: A sunny burst of flavor! Photo of Buddha's Hand Citron Vodka by Erin Hall, courtesy of St. George Spirits.
Cheers! On today's episode of Distillations we belly up to the bar to learn about distilled spirits. Then we look ahead to the next morning to dete...

Bought by KUFM - Montana Public Radio, KSJD, and Connecticut Public (WNPR)


  • Added: Jan 16, 2012
  • Length: 13:20
  • Purchases: 3
Caption: Four nucleic acid bases, represented by the letters A, C, G, and T, make up your DNA. Researchers are working to decode their secrets., Credit: Flickr user skreck.
On this episode of Distillations we go straight to the source ... your DNA. First, we learn how technological advances are putting the dream of a $...

  • Added: Jan 16, 2012
  • Length: 13:29
Caption: This printer’s mark shows three putti holding a harp and a compass, combining the measure and tone of music with the precision of mathematics. Title page detail from Francesco Algarotti's Dialoghi sopra la luce, i colori e l'attrazione... , Credit: Image courtesy of the Roy G. Neville Historical Chemical Library, Othmer Library of Chemical History, Chemical Heritage Foundation.
On this episode of Distillations we investigate if there's science behind the sweet sounds of a Stradivari violin and learn how chemistry influence...

Bought by WTJU


  • Added: Dec 11, 2011
  • Length: 17:14
  • Purchases: 1
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In honor of the International Year of Chemistry, Distillations produced a four-part series called Our Chemical Landscape. These shows look at how s...

  • Added: Sep 16, 2011
  • Length: 12:39
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Take a moment from your lunch break to appreciate the sense that makes your meal truly enjoyable: taste. On this episode we take a close look at yo...

Bought by WTJU


  • Added: Sep 02, 2011
  • Length: 12:59
  • Purchases: 1
Caption: A perfectly pastoral farm. , Credit: Image courtesy of Flickr user chefranden
We continue the four-part series: Our Chemical Landscape. These shows look at how science has shaped the city, the suburb, the farm, and the wild. ...

  • Added: Aug 19, 2011
  • Length: 15:18
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We bring you some of our favorite segments from past Distillations episodes: mesmerism, the impacts of climate change, and why its chic to be a geek.

  • Added: Aug 09, 2011
  • Length: 14:53
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We bring you some of our favorite segments from past Distillations episodes: Palmer the Poisoner, medicinal maggots, and the placebo effect.

  • Added: Jul 24, 2011
  • Length: 12:52
Caption: What happens when cows swallow grass? With porthole cows, you can take a look yourself!, Credit:  Image courtesy of Flickr user twbuckner.
In this episode, we'll get a window on all things bovine – in some cases, literally. From the strange evolution of lactose tolerance to a look at ...

  • Added: Jul 08, 2011
  • Length: 12:16
Caption: Commuters taking the highway to downtown Austin., Credit: Image courtesy of Flickr user Rutlo.
We continue the four-part series: Our Chemical Landscape. These shows look at how science has shaped the city, the suburb, the farm, and the wild. ...

  • Added: Jun 25, 2011
  • Length: 14:36