Tom's SciCast
Tom Kennedy
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1. What is Science?
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02/24/20 • 69 min
Welcome to my new podcast! Most of us have had science classes, but what exactly is science? Why is it important? Listen in as I discuss how science begins with curiosity, needs imagination, how we do science, and the limitations of science.
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11/18/21 • 43 min
Is the universe teaming with life, or is life on the Earth unique? Join me as I discuss the possibility of life from microbes to intelligent life in the universe along with the current limits of our knowledge.
2. The Chemistry of Life - Carbohydrates
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03/02/20 • 29 min
Have you ever wondered why too much corn syrup or high fructose corn syrup is bad for you? Or, have you wondered if artificial sweeteners are safe? Did you know that carbs are more than just a source of energy? In this podcast I talk about all things carbohydrates and answer some of your questions about carbs.
04/06/21 • 50 min
What do energy, enzymes, and metabolism mean for life? I take a look at the relationships between energy and life, and the importance of enzymes for our metabolism. Specific topics include a description of what it means to be living, I define energy and how it's governed by the laws of thermodynamics, the different types of energy and relate how life gets energy from chemical reactions and the need role of enzymes in our metabolism. I end with a discussion on the latest findings of quantum biology and how that may challenge our notions of how enzymes work
20. The Chemistry of Life
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09/16/20 • 57 min
Don't fear the chemistry! Life is the result of chemical reactions. While many of us fear chemistry, a little chemistry knowledge can go a long way into understanding how we work and understanding some of the basics behind nutrition. In this podcast, I introduce the most important types of molecules used for life without getting too technical.
6. How we know climate change is real
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04/26/20 • 32 min
Despite the overwhelming evidence, some people still debate whether the climate is changing or if humans are causing it. Tom Kennedy explains how we know the climate is changing and how we can rule out natural causes showing that humans are the cause of modern climate change.
10/06/21 • 45 min
Have you ever wondered why you didn't lose weight when you started a new exercise program? Learn how science has led to major changes in how we understand the role of exercise on weight loss and our health.
02/28/22 • 62 min
Cellular membranes separate life from the outside world. I take a look into the world of membranes explaining how forming a barrier lets cells use their membranes to do many things from storing energy to sending signals.
51. Biology is the Apex of Science
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01/19/23 • 42 min
After a few memes with cats sitting on biology books making references to biology being soft and textbooks calling chemistry the central science, I figured it's time to start calling biology the Apex Science, or the apex of science. Drawing from my own experience, I explain how biology is special because it incorporates almost every other field of the natural sciences, putting it at the top
39. What's the future of humanity?
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03/07/22 • 39 min
What does the future hold for humanity? Join me as I speculate about the prospects of our survival into the future along with the obstacles we must overcome to ensure our survival. There's a lot of fun speculation in this podcast, I'd love to hear your comments!
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FAQ
How many episodes does Tom's SciCast have?
Tom's SciCast currently has 67 episodes available.
What topics does Tom's SciCast cover?
The podcast is about Evolution, Ecology, Astronomy, Natural Sciences, Climate Change, Podcasts, Education, Science and Biology.
What is the most popular episode on Tom's SciCast?
The episode title '1. What is Science?' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Tom's SciCast?
The average episode length on Tom's SciCast is 47 minutes.
How often are episodes of Tom's SciCast released?
Episodes of Tom's SciCast are typically released every 11 days, 2 hours.
When was the first episode of Tom's SciCast?
The first episode of Tom's SciCast was released on Feb 24, 2020.
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