A science focused podcast bringing together Jamie McMillan (aspiring scientist) and Calum Morris (really good teacher) to breakdown a scientific paper into deliciously digestible morsels.
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A podcast about film, television, gaming, music, and more. Hosted by Kyle Deas and Ryan Harrington.
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Toxic Truth About Water: Live Pure with Tips on Water Purity, Filtration, Reverse Osmosis, and More!
Dr. Ina Nozek, Dr. Glen Nozek
Do you trust the water you drink? What if it's not as safe as you think? Every sip could be exposing you to hidden dangers, from toxic chemicals like PFAS to pharmaceutical residue and even bacteria you can't see. Heavy metals, microplastics, harmful chemicals, these contaminants are in your water right now and they could be putting your health at risk. But how much do you really know about what's in your water? In the toxic truth about water, we're pulling back the curtain on what's lurking ...
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3. Heavy Metals, Pharmaceuticals, and Pesticides—Oh My!
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Ever wonder what else is lurking in your water besides chlorine and chloramines? In this revealing episode of The Toxic Truth About Water, Drs. Glenn and Aynan Nozick explore heavy metals like arsenic and lead, the surprising ways pharmaceuticals enter our taps, and how pesticides seep into everyday supply. You’ll learn why municipal treatments fal…
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2. Chlorine and Contaminants: How to Avoid Harmful Effects from Your Water
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Could your “clean” water be doing more harm than good? In this eye-opening episode of The Toxic Truth About Water, Drs. Glenn and Ina reveal how chlorine and chloramines—common disinfection agents—can create serious health risks. From eye irritation and dry skin to long-term effects like oxidative stress and compromised immunity, learn why the solu…
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1. Toxic Water? The Truth Behind What's in Your Water Bottles, Showers, and More!
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Are you confident that the water flowing through your taps is actually safe? In this inaugural episode of The Toxic Truth About Water, Drs. Glenn and Ina—longtime holistic health practitioners—uncover what’s really lurking beneath the surface. From shocking contamination stories in their hometowns to practical ways you can safeguard your health, th…
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Is the water you drink as safe as you think? Toxic chemicals, microplastics, and hidden contaminants could be putting your health at risk. Join Drs. Ina and Glenn Nozek in The Toxic Truth About Water as we uncover the dangers lurking in your tap, from boil water advisories to the risks of well water. This 12-part series exposes the shocking realiti…
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Mini moon bonus episode (with special guest!)
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In this impromptu bonus episode we discuss and explore 2024 PT5, the new ‘second moon’ which will accompany us through the cosmos for the next two months. Join us as we talk with our special guest in this off the cuff episode of OSMOSISCAST. The paper can be found here if you would like to follow along with the discussion. You can find the current …
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Talking turtles, conservation, and legislation with Lauren Bailey
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In this very special episode we talk with environmental scientist Lauren Bailey about her experiences and work in the field of conservation. Lauren has been a big supporter of OSMOSISCAST since its inception so it was a real pleasure to have her on for a chat. We hope you enjoy! Jamie McMillan and Calum Morris continue Osmosis with a guest appearan…
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I've got McNoidea what is going on in this episode
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In today’s episode we explore a paper from the mid 90s all about buzzwords and haggis…this piece of academic satire had us both laughing and marvelling at the creativity of its approach to modelling the elusive highland haggis. Expect lots of laughs, bewilderment, and maybe a little bit of learning along the way! The paper can be found here if you …
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Cracking the Standard Model - The Higgs Boson & The LHC
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In this episode, we tackle one of the most groundbreaking discoveries in modern physics – the Higgs boson. Join us as we attempt to break down the complex paper that confirmed its existence at the Large Hadron Collider (LHC), and explore why this elusive particle is so important. This one was for sure a challenge, but we’ll try to make sense of the…
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AI is Scary and Beautiful - Exploring Sora
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In this week’s episode, we dive into the fascinating world of OpenAI’s Sora video generation software. We’ll explore how this cutting-edge AI blurs the lines between technology and artistry, creating stunning visuals with just a prompt. Join us as we discuss the implications of AI-driven creativity, the ethical considerations of such powerful tools…
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LK-99, Super Conductivity, and the future!
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This week, we explore the exciting world of superconductivity and are late to the party discussing LK-99. We take a deep dive into the paper that made the mainstream media, and into the idea of the scientific method and why it works - even when the hype gets ahead of the evidence. We’ll unpack the science behind LK-99, discuss the potential real-wo…
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Behind the Magic - Exploring Disney's Hyperion Renderer
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In this episode, we take a deep dive into the world of animation by exploring Disney’s ground breaking renderer, Hyperion. Discover the innovative technology and creative processes behind some of your most loved animated films. We’ll discuss how Hyperion revolutionises the way Disney brings characters and stories to life, creating stunning worlds a…
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In this episode we embark on a unique journey to the fictional world of Middle-Earth and the very non-fictional world of climate models. Discover how scientific techniques used to predict real-world weather patterns can be applied to the diverse regions of Middle Earth. Or listen to two 30 year old men talk about nerdy things! The paper can be foun…
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We're back and talking about thermal rulers
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We’re back, welcome to season 2! In this episode, we dive into some fantastic and cutting-edge techniques used in the security of intermediate-level waste containers. Today’s paper is a bit of a Jamie-special. Join us as we explore the science behind these innovative methods and their crucial role in handling radioactive materials. The paper can be…
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Wrapping up season one of the Osmosis podcast
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Jamie McMillan and Calum Morris wrap up the first season of Osmosis with an outlook on what is still to come. We reflect on the first season and highlight future plans: Reflection on the pilot season Seasonal releases Themes for episode content Future plans for the castPor Osmosis
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Shedding Light on Dark Energy - Exploring DESI's Latest Discoveries!
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In Episode 005 of OSMOSISCAST, Jamie McMillan and Calum Morris delve into the latest discoveries from DESI, shedding light on dark energy’s mysteries. Join us as we explore cosmic spectra, galactic structures, and the universe’s evolution, uncovering insights that redefine our understanding of the cosmos. Get ready for a journey through the stars t…
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Clearing the Picture - Exploring AdaIR for Noise Removal in Diverse Applications
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Jamie McMillan and Calum Morris continue Osmosis, we unveil the cutting-edge technology of AdaIR and its transformative impact on noise removal in images. 📸🔍 Join us as we delve into the intricacies of this revolutionary tool, exploring its applications in video production, content creation, medical imaging, remote sensing, surveillance, and beyond…
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Exploring Plutonium, Fission, and the Chilling Tale of the Demon Core! ☢️📜
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In episode 003 of OSMOSISCAST, Jamie McMillan and Calum Morris embark on a journey through the annals of atomic history as we delve into the mysteries of plutonium, fission, and the haunting legend of the Demon Core. ☢️📜 Join us as we explore the scientific breakthroughs and ethical dilemmas of the Atomic Age. From the transformative discoveries of…
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Illuminating the Past - Unveiling the Ancient Art of Rendering 3D Objects
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Jamie McMillan and Calum Morris continue Osmosis as we turn back the clock to the era of analog innovation as we explore the fascinating world of Illumination for computer-generated pictures. 💡🖥️ Join us on a journey through the early days of computer graphics, where CRT machines were the wizards behind rendering 3D objects. The paper can be found …
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Japan's SLIM Touchdown - Lunar Mysteries Revealed!
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In Episode 001 of OSMOSISCAST, we embark on an interstellar journey as we dive into the recent news surrounding Japan’s SLIM (Smart Lander for Investigating Moon) mission. 🌕🚀 Join us for an in-depth exploration of the groundbreaking landing on the moon, unraveling the scientific wonders and mysteries behind this remarkable achievement. From the tec…
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Pizza Alchemy - Unraveling Mind-Blowing Secrets! 🍕✨
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Jamie McMillan and Calum Morris kick it off Osmosis with The physics of baking good pizza! Welcome to Osmosis, the podcast where two best friends bring science to life! 🎙️ In each episode, we explore a different scientific paper, unraveling its complexities and making it accessible to everyone. In our debut episode, get ready to savor the scientifi…
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So what was your favorite TV show as a kid? This week, we talk about the weird, beautiful Cartoon Network fantasy miniseries Over the Garden Wall. Then, we dive into our new series by talking about the pilot episode of Seinfeld. Minor spoilers for Over the Garden Wall. You’ll probably enjoy the discussion even if you haven’t seen it, but you’ll enj…
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So what’s your favorite TV theme song? This week, we dive into Christopher Nolan’s new space-epic Interstellar. Then, we wrap up our discussion of foreign films with American remakes by talking about Bangkok Dangerous and the films that didn’t quite make the cut. Show Notes: Loren Bouchard on Song Exploder talking about the Bob’s Burgers theme song…
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So what was your first online gaming experience? This week, we first talk / rant about Amazing Spider Man 2. Then, we talk about the unexpected Joss Whedon-penned In Your Eyes, which premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival and on Vimeo. Lastly, we tackle our first listener-suggested foreign remake, the French film Le Dîner de Cons and its American r…
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So, what was your least-favorite film and TV trope? This week, we discuss Captain America: The Winter Soldier. Plus, we tackle the Hong Kong thriller Infernal Affairs and its American remake The Departed. Show Notes: Captain America, Captain China - Foreign Policy Episode Breakdown: 0:00 - 12:30 - Least-Favorite Trope 12:30 - 51:00 - Captain Americ…
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So, what was your favorite webseries? This week, we discuss Wes Anderson’s newest film The Grand Budapest Hotel. Then we talk about the surprising pleasures of the Fox sitcom Brooklyn Nine-Nine, which just finished its first season. We also cover the next films in our remake series, the 1998 Japanese film Ringu and its American remake The Ring. Sho…
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So, what was your favorite video game from 2013? This week, we discuss The Veronica Mars Movie and the Kickstarter campaign that led to it. We also talk about HBO’s hit miniseries True Detective. We also cover the next films in our remake series, the 1994 Ang Lee film Eat Drink Man Woman and its 2001 remake, Tortilla Soup. Spoilers for The Veronica…
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So, what’s your favorite recipe? This week, we discuss Doctor Who and share our thoughts on the 50th Anniversary special, “The Day of the Doctor”. We also talk about Thor: The Dark World and discuss Marvel’s cinematic universe so far, and its future in next year’s Guardians of the Galaxy. We also cover the next films in our remake series, the 1962 …
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So, what’s your favorite adaptation? It’s Halloween week here at Pop Cultural Osmosis, so we talk about FOX’s new series Sleepy Hollow and the return of FX's American Horror Story. We also continue our “American remakes of foreign films” series with an in-depth discussion of Seven Samurai and The Magnificent Seven. Spoiler notes: we discuss the plo…
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So, what was the first thing you ever pirated? This week, we talk about ABC’s new Marvel franchise Agents of Shield. We also talk about AMC, The Walking Dead, and the general state of cable television. And as our introduction to our new film series (foreign films and their American remakes) we watch the 1954 classic Gojira and its terrible 1998 rem…
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So, what’s your favorite fictional summer camp? This week, we’re joined by special guest star Madelyn Fracella, who last joined us to talk about the movies of last summer. She helps us wrap up this whole time-travel genre by discussing our favorite time-travel TV episodes, some movies that we could have talked about (but didn’t), and the Keanu Reev…
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So, what’s your least favorite TV finale? This week, we’re joined by special guest star Jill Sergi, who you might remember from her first appearance on the podcast in Episode 9. She helps us tackle Joss Whedon’s delightful Much Ado About Nothing and the pilot episode of CBS's Under the Dome. Plus, we tackle our first reader-suggested time-travel fi…
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Episode Thirty-Five: Take to the Sea! So, what’s your least-favorite movie you used to love? Like everyone else, we binged on Arrested Development all Memorial Day weekend. In this episode, we talk through our feelings on the show’s return. We also discuss the dense but rewarding Primer. Show Links: Primer definitive timeline Episode Breakdown: 0:0…
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So, what was the first online community you were ever involved in? This week, we have an in-depth discussion about Star Trek Into Darkness – what we loved, what we didn’t, and what confused us. Warning: we have many thoughts. Plus, we tackle Donnie Darko. Spoilers for Star Trek! Seriously, folks. Show Links: The last remnants of the long defunct Sl…
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So, what’s your favorite book you read before the age of ten? This week, our favorite turns into a free-flowing talk about some of our favorite children’s and YA literature. Then, we talk about the summer’s first doozy of a blockbuster, Iron Man 3. Plus, we watched four of Amazon’s original content pilots – but we weren’t too impressed with any of …
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Outtakes, tangents, stories, and other stuff that didn’t quite fit into Episode 32. Click here to download this episode as an mp3.
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So, what’s your favorite remake? This week, we have a free-flowing conversation on the cynicism of contemporary television and the state of the modern serial TV drama. We also consider the odd phenomenon that is The Talking Dead, touch on the Veronica Mars Kickstarter campaign, and wonder at the achievements of Parks and Recreation. We also talk th…
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So, what’s your favorite song from a movie? This week, we talk about video games! We put on our nostalgia glasses and look back at the games that shaped our childhood. We also discuss our feelings on the problems surrounding the latest release in the long beloved SimCity franchise and what this might mean for the future of gaming in general. And sp…
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So, who’s your favorite comedian? This week, we talk about the return of Community and the announcement of the Sony Playstation 4. We also introduce our new film series, in which we’ll be taking a critical look at notable films in the time-travel category. Our first in the series is the classic James Cameron film Terminator. Click here for a full l…
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Welcome back! We’re sorry for the impromptu hiatus, but now that the hurricanes, overseas trips, and broken laptops are behind us, we’re so happy to be recording again. This week, we talk about our favorite 30 Rock episodes, discuss Netflix’s new original series House of Cards, and finally tackle Cars 2. Plus, we rank out favorite Pixar films and d…
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So what's your favorite example of pop cultural osmosis? This week, we talk about Looper, the independent sci-fi time-travel film starring Bruce Willis and Joseph Gordon-Levitt. Plus, Toy Story 3! Really big spoilers of Looper! You probably shouldn’t listen if you haven’t seen the film. Show Links: Evil Angels “Maybe a dingo ate your baby!” io9 art…
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