The Information Entropy Podcast
Join Mitch and Tom as they endeavour to decrease the entropy of information in our lives. From deep space and human evolution to pop culture and gaming filled tangents, the boys will take you through a whole host of scientific topics with guests joining them along the way. The IE Podcast makes science interesting, funny, and accessible for all! Join us for new content every week and find us on our socials to join in the conversation!
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Friday Dec 08, 2023
Friday Dec 08, 2023
Welcome to Synthetic Biology! How realistic is Jurassic Park, Gattaca, or Bladerunner? Today the boys unravel the mysteries to see how close we really are to editing the genome! Tom gives us a background on CRISPR-Cas9, the primary method of gene therapy while Mitch looks at artificial organs and biofuels. The boys debate the ethical considerations of such technologies and the current news that might make all of this a reality! EVA - 失望した
Friday Dec 01, 2023
Friday Dec 01, 2023
In this episode of The Information Entropy Podcast, the boys start the show by going over their podcast Spotify wrapped and thanking you all for such a great year! Tom gives us the background on renewables and why they are needed while Mitch dives into artificial photosynthesis! The boys wrap up the show discussing advancements in solar technology. EVA - 失望した
Friday Nov 24, 2023
Friday Nov 24, 2023
Welcome back to The Information Entropy Podcast. This week the boys are returning to cognitive biases (finally). What are they in the first place? Why do they even exist? And why do we all fall for the same ones? The boys delve into heuristics, the shortcuts of the brain, and a range of cognitive biases that effect our daily lives. With Black Friday upon us the boys also explore the cognitive biases that marketing exploits to get you to part with your money. EVA - 失望した
Friday Nov 17, 2023
Friday Nov 17, 2023
In this episode of The Information Entropy Podcast, we explore advances in Healthcare technology! Tom starts off with an update on the current amyloid plaque debate in the field of Alzheimer’s disease. From there the boys look to the past and the future to see how healthcare has evolved. Mitch explores how AI is currently being used in healthcare and the advantages it could bring in the future. Tom takes a look at wearable biomedicals before they tangent about some pop culture as per usual. The boys round of the show by discussing a particular advancement that reversed the death rate during WW1. EVA - 失望した
Friday Nov 10, 2023
Friday Nov 10, 2023
In this episode of The Information Entropy Podcast, we dive deep into the world of bees. Tom explores the intricate structure of a bee colony and the fascinating phenomenon of rebellion in the hive. Mitch uncovers the ingenious engineering of bees for pollination and keeping cool, as well as their unique modes of communication through dances and pheromones. Join us on a journey into the extraordinary world of these remarkable insects. Music: EVA - 失望した
Friday Nov 03, 2023
Friday Nov 03, 2023
Tune in for a deep dive into the science of slumber and uncover the secrets of a good night's rest. In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of sleep. What is it? How is it different to just being unconscious? Tom explores what makes us tired and the intricate sleep cycles that govern our nightly rest. While Mitch uncovers the consequences of sleep deprivation and delves into why sleep is such a vital and restorative part of our lives. EVA - 失望した
Friday Oct 27, 2023
Friday Oct 27, 2023
Get ready to delve into the world of tasty toxins! Sometimes evolution creates chemicals and molecules meant to wage war… sometimes humans find those chemicals and think they would compliment their food quite nicely, or make their Mojito much more fresh. The boys explore the worlds of toxicology and secondary metabolites here today to understand why humans desire these toxic traits! Music: EVA - 失望した
Friday Oct 20, 2023
Friday Oct 20, 2023
Get ready to delve into a microscopic world of wonder, where proteins, the unsung heroes of biology, take center stage. Join us today as we uncover the secret lives of these incredible molecular machines, driving every biological process within your body. From orchestrating cellular symphonies to powering your every move, discover how these tiny but mighty entities are the machines of life itself Music: EVA - 失望した
Friday Oct 13, 2023
Friday Oct 13, 2023
Join the boys this week as they explore the history and excitement of the Nobel Prizes! What are they? Where did they come from? Who was Alfred Nobel? How are the Nobel Prize Laureates chosen and accepted? All this and more on this weeks show!. Music: EVA - 失望した
Friday Oct 06, 2023
Friday Oct 06, 2023
Tom starts off with the Nobel Prize announcement before the boys explore natural disasters! How do we describe what natural disasters are? How are they categorised? Mitch looks at hurricanes, tornadoes, and storms and explains everything there is to know about them! Tom looks at volcanoes and how they impact communities around them. Music: EVA - 失望した
The Information Entropy Podcast
Join Mitch and Tom as they endeavour to decrease the entropy of information in our lives. From deep space and human evolution to pop culture and gaming filled tangents, the boys will take you through a whole host of scientific topics with guests joining them along the way. The IE Podcast makes science interesting, funny, and accessible for all! Join us for new content every week and find us on our socials to join in the conversation!