The chemical breakdown & Chemistry in its element
Chemistry WorldThe chemical breakdown is your biweekly source of the latest chemistry news, featuring discussions by our Chemistry World writers on the most exciting announcements and innovations in the field. Plus the full archive of Chemistry in its element – the audio tour of the periodic table and beyond. From Chemistry World, the magazine of the Royal Society of Chemistry.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 636 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ChemistryNatural SciencesScience | |||
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In this episode, we reflect on the lessons learned and the impacts of the Seveso chemical disaster of 1976, and discuss the latest membrane materials that could slash the energy required to refine crude oil with Jamie Durrani and Mason Wakley.
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This week, we look back at how far click chemistry has come in the last 25 years and discuss the strange bonding behaviour of some of the largest elements on the periodic table with Mason Wakley and Frances Briggs.
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Apple Podcasts5KJP08
United States3 years ago - Educational and Entertaining!
This podcast is perfectly bite sized. It presents chemical and historical information on various compounds and elements in an effective and entertaining manner. I particularly enjoy the multiple different narrators.
Edit: just finished relistening to this podcast 2 years later, and it holds up just as well the second time through! I particularly enjoyed the comedic physical descriptors of the shapes of compounds.
Apple Podcasts5Podcast Peruser
Canada3 years ago - Extremely informative
One of the best podcasts out there. Such a shame they stopped producing any more episodes. Please please please bring it back. This podcast is the SOLE REASON i decided to become a doctor of chemistry.
Apple Podcasts5Mudaser25
United Kingdom4 years ago - Awesome
Do you know how sometimes you go searching for podcasts, and click follow on the interesting titles so you can go back later? Sometimes you might not even pay attention to who produced it. No? I do this all the time.
Imagine my great delight to hear Dr. Chris Smith is part of this. I will update this review when I get caught up.
Apple Podcasts5It's All Gooey and StickyUnited States5 years ago Finally returns after a long hiatus. One of the best podcasts.
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A concise, chemistry-forward show that takes listeners on a weekly tour of the periodic table, pairing deep dives into individual elements with broader science topics, history, and the role of chemistry in society. Episodes frequently blend accessible explanations of chemical concepts with storytelling about research, discovery, and the people behind the science, making complex ideas approachable for students, educators, and curious professionals alike. The program is noted for its engaging narrators, thoughtful coverage of both fundamental chemistry and its real-world applications, and a focus on clear, lay-friendly science communication. It's probably especially appealing to listeners who enjoy bite-sized chemistry history, practical lab ... more
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