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This Is Your Brain on Music

This Is Your Brain on Music

Season 2 Episode 31
3:41
Better Grilling Through Chemistry

Better Grilling Through Chemistry

Season 2 Episode 32
2:40
Why Do Feet Smell?

Why Do Feet Smell?

Season 2 Episode 34
2:34
The Chemistry of Wine

The Chemistry of Wine

Season 2 Episode 35
3:39
Are Invisibility Cloaks Possible?

Are Invisibility Cloaks Possible?

Season 2 Episode 36
4:00
Why are Tattoos Permanent?

Why are Tattoos Permanent?

Season 2 Episode 37
3:54
Can Radiation Give You Superpowers?

Can Radiation Give You Superpowers?

Season 2 Episode 38
4:35
Why Does Coffee Make You Poop?

Why Does Coffee Make You Poop?

Season 2 Episode 39
2:27
Does Febreze Really Work?

Does Febreze Really Work?

Season 2 Episode 40
3:04
How to Stay Awake Without Caffeine

How to Stay Awake Without Caffeine

Season 2 Episode 41
3:15
What is a Complete Breakfast?

What is a Complete Breakfast?

Season 2 Episode 42
3:57
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Is Aspartame Safe?

Season 2 Episode 30

Reactions is using science to let you know if aspartame is safe. This FDA approved consumer safe chemical has people in a tizzy about its safety. It’s been around for decades and it’s probably in your diet soda – for a little while longer anyway. PepsiCo announced recently it was removing the artificial sweetener aspartame from its Diet Pepsi products in the U.S. starting in August.

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Here's four Hours of a Cozy Fireplace for Your Nerdy Holiday Parties.
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Let's break down the chemistry of cryogenic freezing!
The Science of J. Kenji López-Alt's Roasted Potato Recipe
10:21
We use chemistry to create the roasted potatoes of your dreams!
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We break down the chemistry behind what makes these adorable critters deadly.
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