The Information Entropy Podcast

Music

Join the boys this week as the dive into the world of music! Mitch and Tom start off the show by using Obscurify to analyse their taste in music, so follow along at home if you can! Once the science kicks off Tom looks at music and song formation in the animal kingdom and musical cadences while Mitch takes us through a tour of musical therapy and how it has widespread health benefits! Music: EVA - 失望した

The Microbiome

This week Mitch and Tom dive into the microbiome to find out exactly what it is and the various ways in which if affects us! Tom explains The Human Microbiome Project and how it led to the level of understanding we have today while Mitch looks at FMT and the immune effects of the microbiome. Music: EVA - 失望した

Nuclear Fusion

This week the boys smash their heads together in an attempt to understand nuclear fusion! Tom takes us through the properties of nuclear fuel and the concept of fusion while Mitch takes us through the history and current state of nuclear fusion experiments and energy collection. Also, wet paper towels! Check all this out and more! Music: EVA - 失望した

Nuclear Fission

This week the boys split their heads to explore the world of Nuclear Fission! What is it in the first place and how does the chain reaction mechanism work? Tom takes us through the structure of the atom while Mitch explains what makes nuclear weapons so explosive and dangerous. Check all this out and more! Music: EVA - 失望した

Intriguing Intelligence

Intelligence! What even is it? This week the boys dare to challenge their own intelligence to find out just what it is in the first place. The boys start out by trying to define what we think intelligence might be and how our brains might be wired to produce it. Tom delves into how we might search for intelligence while Mitch searches for the concept of intelligence. Music: EVA - 失望した

Scientific Integrity and the Laws of Research

Mitch and Tom tackle scientific integrity this week! What does this even mean and how often do scientists follow this code of conduct? What is the price if scientists do not adhere to the law of the land? Mitch takes us through the core tenets of scientific integrity while Tom provides some precise examples of how bias can be introduced into animal behaviour research. The boys end the show talking about some extreme cases of unethical experiments. Music: EVA - 失望した

Parasitic Phenomenon

Mitch and Tom take on Parasites again this week but what else will they discover in this mysterious world? Before getting into it the news takes the lads on a detour of mental health and the differences experienced between genders. On parasites though Tom takes a look at parasitic plants and some of the most dangerous human parasites while Mitch explores the life cycle of the terrifying hair worm and weeds! Music: EVA - 失望した

The Elements: Air

Mitch and Tom get finalise their tour of the elements this week by looking at air! Tom starts the show with a groundbreaking piece of news before the boys head into the topic of the week. What is air in the first place and do we only get it on Earth? How do planes fly? How did the atmosphere evolve? And what is geoengineering? Music: EVA - 失望した

The Elements: Earth

Join Mitch and Tom this week as they embark on an exciting journey to unravel the mysteries of our incredible planet, Earth! Discover the true essence of Earth as the boys delve into the captivating realms of GCSE geography, exploring the fascinating rock cycle. Gain a deeper understanding of the dynamic forces shaping our planet as they unravel the secrets of tectonic plates and continental drift. Brace yourself as they demystify the mechanisms behind powerful earthquakes! Tune in now and expand your knowledge of Earth's wonders. Let's dive into the incredible world of geology together! Music: EVA - 失望した

The Elements: Water

Mitch and Tom get their heads wet this week as they try and understand water! Water has to be one of the most interesting substances in the universe, but what makes it so special? How does it give rise to life? Why can other liquids not replace it? Find out all this and more! Music: EVA - 失望した