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0:24
Unstable Elements and Californium
0:52
Star Talk Introduction and Patreon Supporters
1:05
Introduction to Chemistry and Kate the Chemist
2:07
Kate's Background and Professorship
3:09
Teaching at Notre Dame and Future Plans
3:40
Collaboration between Colleges and Departments
4:11
Addressing Journalism's Limitations and Science's Potential
4:42
Teaching Scientists to Communicate and Journalists to be Better Scientists
5:12
The Importance of Effective Communication in Science
6:45
Scientists' reluctance to communicate with the public
7:15
The role of personality in science communication
7:48
Adapting to the Today Show audience
8:19
Collaboration with hosts on the Today Show
9:21
Parenting Style and Childhood Experiences
9:51
Helicopter Mom and Freedom to Express
10:22
Food Coloring Experiment and Safety Precautions
11:24
Chemistry Experiments and Practical Applications
12:35
Cesium's Chemical Reaction with Oxygen
13:06
Comparison to Sodium and Water Reaction
14:10
Atomic Clock and Cesium's Properties
15:43
Atomic Timekeeping and Cesium
16:14
Time Measurement Capabilities
17:17
Mentos and Diet Coke Reaction
18:50
Why Diet Coke is used in flights and its carbonation properties
19:53
Experimenting with Soda Maker Machine and Carbonation
20:58
Human Nose as a Chemical Sensor in Chemistry
22:03
Deadly Levels of Hydrogen Sulfide and Its Detection
23:04
Hydrogen Sulfide in the Ocean and Evolutionary Past
24:06
Uncles, Farts, and Evolution
25:07
Why Transition Metals are Called Transition Metals
25:38
Color Changes and Oxidation States
26:09
Exceptions to Trends in Transition Metals
27:44
Complicated Nature of Electron Clouds and Orbitals
28:16
Books on Complex Topics for Children
29:50
Importance of Forming Connections with Students
30:21
Quantum Physics for Babies and Inspiration
30:52
Astrophysics for Babies and Parental Education
31:22
Question about the Periodic Table and the Island of Stability
31:53
Explanation of the Band of Stability and the Island of Stability
32:59
Practical Definition of Stability in Nuclei and the Discovery of New Elements
34:01
Properties of Unstable Elements
34:32
Island of Stability and New Element Properties
35:03
Stability of Heavy Nuclei
36:09
Relative Stability and Cosmic Curiosity
40:51
Understanding Combustion and Chemical Reactions on Earth
41:55
Chemical Reactions in Space
42:27
Unique Chemical Reactions in Zero Gravity
44:01
Clean Combustion Reactions and Water Exhaust
44:32
Quantum Physics and Molecule Interactions
45:34
Entangled Particles and Quantum Molecules
46:37
Kid-Friendly Science Experiment with Explosive Paint Can
47:09
Neutralization Reaction and Safety Precautions
48:42
Using Goggles and Protective Gear for Experiments
50:15
Using AI for Troubleshooting and Research
51:20
Compiling Scientific Information with CRC
51:50
AI's Ability to Ingest and Analyze Data
53:27
The Fundamental Nature of Atoms and Molecules
53:58
Reflection on the Role of Chemistry in Civilization
54:29
The Importance of Science Communication and Interviewing Scientists