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Electrons Don’t Actually Orbit Like This
Probability densities and spherical harmonics. Today I hope you’ll walk away understanding where these specific orbital shapes come from. […]
How an African energy revolution could save ALL of us.
There is a quiet revolution happening across the vast content of Africa. Imports of solar PV panels jumped 60% in the 12 months to June 2025. Millions of microgrids and individual solar installations are now driving the electrification of just … Continue reading
Wooden Cutting Boards Are the Best
[…] The great debate between microplastic shedding plastic cutting boards and bacteria harboring wooden cutting boards started with peer-reviewed science. We’ll explore that research along with what scientists know about alternative cutting board materials to determine the most food safe … Continue reading
They Mocked Whitworth’s Measurements — Until Industry Was Forced to Obey
Joseph Whitworth (1803-1887) revolutionized manufacturing through precision measurement and standardization, developing tools accurate to millionths of an inch and creating the British Standard Whitworth thread system that enabled interchangeable parts and mass production. His innovations in flatness verification, precision measurement, … Continue reading
Lingthusiasm Episode 111: Whoa!! A surprise episode??? For me??!!
Wait, surprise is associated with a particular intonation!? Oh, you can see surprise by measuring electricity from your brain!? Hang on, some languages have grammatical marking for surprise!? In this episode, your hosts Lauren Gawne and Gretchen McCulloch get enthusiastic … Continue reading
The Colosseum: Rome’s Mind Control Machine
Build your Roman Empire with Anno 117: Pax Romana: https://www.ubisoft.com/en-us/game/an… My Merch: Merch Become a channel producer: https://ko-fi.com/damilee/tiers Music and Stock footage by Artlist ( 2 additional months free on any annual plan if you use my link): https://bit.ly/3GxTfQ6 Costume … Continue reading