Everyday Science Questions Answered
Episodes
S01E10 Why do the leaves of tea collect in the center of a cup after stirring?
23 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we're tackling a common and curious observation: Why do the leaves of tea collect in the center of a cup after stirring? Have you ever stir...
S01E09 Why does a bicycle stay upright when it's moving ?
17 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why does a bicycle stay upright when it's moving, despite being unstable when still?It's a mix of the bicycle's steering geometry (caster ...
S01E8 Why does spilled coffee dry to a ring?
10 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever notice how spilled coffee often leaves a ring as it dries, rather than an even stain? It's caused by evaporation and capillary flow drawing d...
S01E07 Why do wet things look darker?
04 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever noticed how wet things always look darker than when they are dry? It's a common observation, but why does it happen?In this episode,...
S01E06 - Why isn't it cold in space?
27 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever pondered the seemingly contradictory nature of space? It's a vacuum, devoid of air, yet it isn't perpetually freezing cold. This...
S01-E05- When my tires wear out, where has all the rubber gone?
20 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered where the rubber from your worn-out car tires goes? This podcast episode delves into the fascinating, and perhaps surprising, j...
S01E04 - If the humidity gets to 100%, will I drown?
13 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is it possible to drown in 100% humidity? Join us as we delve into the science behind those hot, sticky days when the air feels thick with moisture. W...
S01E03 Why do mirrors reverse left and right but not up and down?
06 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode delves into the perplexing phenomenon of why mirrors appear to swap our left and right sides but not our top and bottom. Have you ever no...
S01E2 How does a flame know which way is up?
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode explains the common phenomenon of a shower curtain moving inwards during a shower. It identifies the cause as a difference in air press...
S01E01 Why does a shower curtain seem to have an attraction to you while you're showering?
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever noticed how the shower curtain seems to billow inwards, almost trying to hug you while you're showering? It's annoying, and it f...