Tiny Matters

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Life Sciences #42

Take a dive into the genes, microbes, molecules and other tiny things that have a big impact on our world with Tiny Matters. Join scientists Sam Jones and Deboki Chakravarti as they take apart complex and contentious topics in science and help rebuild your understanding. From deadly diseases to ancient sewers to forensic toxicology, Sam and Deboki embrace the awe and messiness of science and its place in the past, present, and future. Tiny Matters releases new episodes every Wednesday and is brought to you by the American Chemical Society, a non-profit scientific organization advancing chemistry and connecting the broader scientific community. Tiny Matters is produced by Multitude.


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  • Casey Marie's Music
    Excellent
    This podcast is phenomenal. Thoroughly researched, but digestible for listeners of almost any age. I find myself in awe of the facts I learn with nearly event episode I listen to.
  • artemis179
    Keeps me in touch
    As a retired chemist living away from my previous scientific realm, it is super to tune into Tiny Matters for some interesting science. I love the breadth of their subjects, their concise summaries, and lighthearted comments. My curiosity is often sparked which leads me to Wikipedia for a deeper dive into the topic. Thanks Sam and Deboki and the ACS.
  • R be l.
    Best podcast
    I listen to about a dozen podcasts. Tiny Matters is by far the most entertaining and informative.
  • kohlrabi518
    Great Science Podcast!
    Interesting topics - well told.
  • txgrown303
    Science Pod Perfection
    Always well put together stories that are interesting and relevant. More Channels pleaseee! :)
  • Roberge3
    Fascinating and Interesting
    A really well put together podcast. Fascinating topics discussed in a way that brings science to the masses, bridging the ‘two cultures’ in a lighthearted, engaging, and thoughtful way. Well done!
  • oakskones
    Tiny Matters
    The two of you do an amazing job of making sense of such a wide array of scientific topics. This recent podcast about tuberculosis was a real eyeopener. My all time favorite was “We Don’t Deserve Dogs” which clarified that our dogs truly love us. They just seem like they only care about being fed. Not true according to brain scans and chemical analyses. Amazing!
  • St8Wkr
    Best podcast ever
    Love this show. Very well written and informative. Sam and Deboki are exceptional podcasters. Love how they make the discussion so inclusive it’s like you’re sitting next to them in the same room and they’re talking directly to you.
  • LeebeeJammin
    So wonderful and informative
    I enjoy this show so much. Science presented in a very digestible way.
  • All good screen names are taken
    Great science content!
    Thanks for producing such a science-forward podcast for those of us looking for something educational to listen to on our down-time! :)
  • Rosemary_Listens
    Love, but….
    Great show. Short format skims and omits much though. It is tiny after all. Still, a little research helps. The episode on sleep and spiders includes a guest saying that remembering dreams, even “bad” ones is a sign of “good sleep”. For persons with sleep disorders such as night terrors or rem sleep behavior disorder, rem sleep is not an indicator of good sleep. Person’s with insomnia, chronic sleep deprivation, narcolepsy, broken/interrupted sleep, etc may still dream and remember dreams, but the sleep is far from restorative and “good”. Good sleep includes periods of non-rem sleep, and for all stages of sleep to be free from disruption and/or disorder. Thank you for reading.
  • FlashyMantis
    Fun and educational!
    Love this podcast! It’s very thoughtful. One of my new favorites!
  • morescience!
    Tiny Matters - interesting ideas and lively hosts
    I never thought fossils were interesting…until this show! I appreciate the hosts ‘why should I care’ approach, and how they explained the connection between dinosaurs and climate change. Plus, fun Jurassic Park facts!! Looking forward to your next episode.
  • Bennyzzio
    Smart and playful
    Sam and Deboki are super smart and always keep it very engaging and playful. I loved learning about how tech companies are trying to mimic bird feathers to create better fiber optic cables!
  • SmashDie
    Just a tangent
    I’m here from SciShow Tangents. Just wanted to let you know.
  • maaosb
    Can't wait!
    I am really looking forward to this podcast! Sam did a great job on the Reactions YouTube channel, and I expect this podcast to be even better.
  • bri, va lowercase lib
    Yes Please!
    Hurry up and drop some pods! Looks super interesting I will definitely be looking for the episodes. Preemptive 5 stars for concept and my curiosity.
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