Chemistry For Your Life

Melissa and Jam discuss the top three kitchen products and habits Melissa avoids and loves based on her expertise in chemistry. She advises against using Teflon or non-stick cookware, vintage plastics, and recycling dirty materials. Instead, she encourages using cast iron pans, glass storage containers, and proper recycling practices. Melissa also shares her fondness for composting and its benefits. The episode wraps up with a hint at future editions focused on other household products and cosmetics.

00:00 Introduction and Initial Concerns

01:06 Chemist's Top Three Avoidances

02:49 Avoiding Teflon and Non-Stick

03:34 Avoiding Vintage Plastic

05:14 Avoiding Dirty Recycling

07:33 Chemist's Top Three Favorites

08:31 Bonus: The Joy of Composting

13:11 Wrapping Up and Listener Engagement

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Melissa and Jam discuss the chemistry behind Poopourri Toilet Spray. Melissa explains how the spray works by forming a non-polar oil layer on top of water, preventing smelly polar molecules like skatole and sulfur compounds from escaping into the air. They also touch upon the practical applications and personal experiences of using the product, making everyday bathroom visits more pleasant. Throughout the episode, the hosts delve into the chemistry of solubility and intermolecular forces, providing an engaging and informative lesson on an often-overlooked subject.

00:00 Introduction to Poopourri Toilet Spray

00:30 Personal Experiences with Bathroom Sprays

01:05 Chemistry Behind Poopourri

06:37 The Science of Smelly Molecules

11:10 How Poopourri Works

17:31 Exploring Gas Density and Surface Tension

18:44 Summarizing the Chemistry Lesson

18:49 Understanding Smelly Compounds

20:49 The Role of Polar and Non-Polar Molecules

22:54 Effectiveness of Odor-Blocking Sprays

24:26 Discussing Memorable Smells

31:26 Wrapping Up and Community Shoutouts

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You know what they say, everyone's experienced odors, and 99.99% of all odors smell. We have room sprays, candles, air fresheners, etc. But how can we absorb or eliminate bad smells? Can chemistry do it? How? Let's find out!

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References from this episode

1.  https://www.acs.org/content/dam/acsorg/education/outreach/celebrating-chemistry/2016-cced-celebrating-chemistry-english.pdf


2. Structure-Scavenging Abilities of Cyclodextrin-Based Polyurethanes by Sandra K. Young, Peter L. Vajda, Eugene Napadensky, Dawn M. Crawford, James M. Sloan, and Samuel F. Trevino


3. ACS - reactions https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sNIIxzR-d_Q&feature=youtu.be


4. https://helix.northwestern.edu/blog/2015/06/take-whiff-chemistry#:~:text=Febreze%2C%20along%20with%20many%20other,cyclodextrin%20(%CE%B2%2Dcyclodextrin).&text=The%20cyclodextrin%20molecule%20can%20be,oily%E2%80%9D%20and%20immiscible%20with%20water

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Melissa and Jam delve into the science behind lip balm, investigating whether products like Chapstick and Burt's Bees are beneficial or if they could be causing more harm. They explore the ingredients commonly found in these products, discuss what to avoid for chapped lips, and share dermatologist-recommended alternatives for effective lip care.

00:00 Introduction to the Lip Balm Scam

00:44 Meet the Hosts and Podcast Introduction

01:37 Community Shoutout and Announcements

04:07 The Chapstick Scam Inquiry

08:17 Understanding Chapped Lips

09:50 Ingredients in Lip Balms

16:42 Burt's Bees and Other Lip Balm Brands

23:31 The Irritation Dilemma

23:49 Ingredients to Look For

24:23 Chapstick vs. Burt's Bees

26:31 Petroleum Jelly Insights

29:36 Dermatologist Recommendations

32:01 Personal Lip Care Tips

38:14 Cosmetic Preferences and Hair Care

43:57 Supporting the Show

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References from this episode:

1. https://www.fda.gov/cosmetics/cosmetic-ingredients/allergens-cosmetics#common


2. https://www.aad.org/public/everyday-care/skin-care-basics/dry/heal-dry-chapped-lips


3. https://www.burtsbees.com/product/beeswax-lip-balm/ (in the stick form)
   


4. 
   https://www.burtsbees.com/product/moisturizing-retro-lip-balm-tin/#792850651531-Beeswax (in the tin form) 
   


5. 
   https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3120007/
   


6. 
   https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8060673/
   


7. 
   https://www.sigmaaldrich.com/US/en/sds/sial/p5566?srsltid=AfmBOorfW5-Pot-l-yKCmfHp7Nco5xawnc8sXApICL2UfdR-Q6h9wQYb
   


8. 
   https://www.sigmaaldrich.com/US/en/sds/aldrich/w266507?userType=undefined
   


9. https://www.fishersci.com/store/msds?partNumber=AC119111000&countryCode=US&language=en


10. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34561893/


11. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3120007/


12. https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/15569527.2023.2275022


13. https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/521353_5?form=fpf


14. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27090066/


15. https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/ics.12583


16. https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/cod.13131


17. https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/15569527.2023.2275022


18. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6064031/


19. https://www.chapstick.com/products/chapstick-classic-lip-moisturizer

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Melissa and Jam tackle a range of fascinating chemistry questions from their audience in this episode of 'Chemistry For Your Life'. They discuss why glass is transparent, how some foods make our mouth feel hot or cold, and the science behind decaffeinating coffee. Along the way, they share insights about their popular 'ghost holding an Erlenmeyer Flask' merch and highlight the importance of ad placements and community support for the podcast. Tune in to learn all about the chemistry behind these everyday phenomena!

00:00 Introduction and Overview

00:11 Chemistry Questions and Topics

01:27 Merchandise and Halloween Special

03:05 Community Questions and Answers

03:42 Glass Transparency Explained

04:50 Chemistry in Everyday Life

06:56 Spicy and Cool Sensations

09:38 Moisturizers and Healing Ointments

16:19 Understanding Poisons

17:29 Understanding Defense Systems and Poison Dosage

18:32 The Fascinating Effects of Poisons

20:19 Decaffeination Methods Explained

22:43 Exploring Hot Tub Chemicals and pH Indicators

27:33 Addressing Ad Placement Feedback

32:59 Supporting the Podcast and Community

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References from this episode:

1. https://courses.ems.psu.edu/matse81/node/2154

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