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Matt and Rose Katz of the Ceramics Materials Workshop and Kathy King of the Ceramics Program at Harvard University discuss listener questions about clay and glaze. This show will have you laughing and learning about the chemistry behind ceramics in no time.

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Have you wondered what makes a glaze food safe? Today we are happy to welcome Gabriel Kline and Bill Collins to the show to talk about the topic, and their new book Amazing Glaze: Food Safe Recipes. They discuss the definition of food safety, how to... more

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Do you fire your kiln fast or slow? And does it really matter? Today the gang answer a few listener questions about the relationship between temperature, glaze melt, and vitrification. They also discuss a class of clays out of the UK that vitrify at ... more

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Commercial casting slips are great for their convenience, but what do you do when your recipe hard-pans in the bucket? Today the gang talk about why hard-panning happens and how you can fix it. They also discuss making temp checks, the best bisque te... more

Have you ever had small pieces of an unglazed foot ring stick to a kiln shelf? This bummer of a phenomenon is called plucking, and today the gang talk about how and why it happens. They also answer a listener's question about increasing plasticity in... more

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Gabriel Kline
Co-author of Amazing Glaze: Food Safe Recipes
Episode: Gabriel Kline and Bill Collins on food safe glazes
Bill Collins
Co-author and PhD Chemistry Professor
Episode: Gabriel Kline and Bill Collins on food safe glazes
Steven Young Lee
Ceramic artist and former director of the Archie Bray Foundation
Brickyard Network
Episode: Fluxed Up with Steven Young Lee
Susan Feagin
Clay manager at the Penland School of Crafts and solo artist
Penland School of Crafts
Episode: Fluxed Up with Susan Feagin
Meredith Host
Ceramic artist specializing in mid-range glazes and functional pieces
Episode: Fluxed Up with Meredith Host
Paul Andrew Wandless
Chicago-based artist, educator, and author
Author of Image Transfer on Clay
Episode: Fluxed Up with Paul Andrew Wandless
Pattie Chalmers
Ceramic artist with a diverse practice
Episode: Fluxed Up with Pattie Chalmers
Osa Atoe
Ceramic artist known for her work with wild clays and innovative glazing techniques
Episode: Fluxed Up with Osa Atoe
Lisa Orr
Acclaimed ceramic artist known for her innovative contributions to the field
Episode: Fluxed Up with Lisa Orr

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Kathy King
Host and coordinator of the podcast, Kathy King also represents the Ceramics Program at Harvard University, bringing expertise in ceramics education and fostering a welcoming atmosphere during discussions on ceramics, clay, and glaze.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 427 ratings
  • Worth my time!

    This informative podcast has helped me solve a few problems and it’s just great fun! Kathy’s quick wit provides laugh out loud moments.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nick name throwthedice
    United States4 months ago
  • Not to be missed

    I am an avid listener of this podcast. It’s both informative and entertaining.

    If you work in ceramics, and love to talk shop, this is the place for you.

    Each episode deals with issues that have been sent in by listeners.

    If you want to learn more about ceramics, covering a wide variety of topics with an emphasis on problem solving, the science of ceramics and glazes, and educating listeners about the raw materials that we use, you owe it to yourself to listen this podcast.

    A wide variety o... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DonKopy
    United States4 months ago
  • Fun, engaging and educational

    Love this show, I learn something in every episode. As soon as I hear the jingle I feel happy.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nitchi0999
    Australia4 months ago
  • A gift of a show

    I love this show, so much that I relisten to episodes and on second listens I feel like I learn even more.

    Kathy is a great host and really creates a welcoming feeling while Rose and Matt bring the science.

    All together is a magic combination that makes me miss new episodes when they’re on “break.”

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Melodie22
    United States4 months ago
  • Ceramic Q&A at its best

    The banter between Kathy, Rose and Matt always adds some fun to what can be an otherwise dry and technical subject. The excellent information they have provided has helped me significantly improve my knowledge of chemistry and process. i’m proud to say I have listened to every episode and I highly recommend this to all my fellow ceramic artists.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Best Stuff!
    United States5 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the insightful and humorous tone, with many noting the lighthearted banter enhances the educational content.
Critiques occasionally mention audio mixing issues; however, overall quality is valued, particularly for technical explanations and community involvement.

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Why is the last 200 degrees of the firing the most important?
Q: What happens if I fire to a higher temperature with a clay body rated for lower temperatures?
You can achieve better vitrification, but you may also need to adjust the glaze chemistry accordingly to prevent issues like running.
Why is the last 200 degrees of the firing the most important?
Q: What does it mean when it is said that the last 100 degrees Celsius is the most critical part of the firing?
It refers to the temperature range where crucial chemical reactions for vitrification and material transformation occur.
Why is my casting slip hard-panning?
Q: When we bisque our ware, Laguna B-Mix, Skutt 818 Kiln, we've been bisquing at 07. Is there a best bisque cone to fire at 08, 09?
You are fine bisquing at Cone 07. Many in the commercial sector bisque to Cone O12.
Why is my casting slip hard-panning?
Q: If I understood your hard panning answer, kaolin in the correct amount prevents it in a glaze. What about porcelain casting slips? Both Cone 6 and 10 bodies. Hard pan. Is it to be expected?
No, it should not be expected. Hard panning usually indicates too much water in the casting slip.
Help my clay is plucking!
Q: Is there anything I can add into Frost clay to make it more workable?
No, adding substances will not solve the inherent workability issues of Frost clay, as it primarily consists of Halloysite which does not pack well.

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