Interesting Things with JC #760: "Trapping Light in Magnets" - Delve into the world of magnetic materials and their newfound partnership with light. This scientific breakthrough explores how this interaction opens doors to magnetic lasers and quantum technology.

Ref - Dirnberger, F., Quan, J., Bushati, R. et al. Magneto-optics in a van der Waals magnet tuned by self-hybridized polaritons. Nature 620, 533–537 (2023). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41586-023-06275-2

Interesting Things with JC #758: "Tides" - Dive into the captivating world of tides, exploring their types, causes, effects on coastal ecosystems, and some truly bizarre facts. From the celestial ballet of spring and neap tides to tidal locking, this episode unveils the wonders and mysteries of Earth's rhythmic oceans. Thank you Elizabeth of Clemson University for today’s episode!

Interesting Things with JC #757: "Flemish Giant Rabbit" - Embark on a journey through history and grandeur with Europe's majestic Flemish Giant Rabbits. From their gentle and patient nature to their regal disposition, this tale weaves a captivating narrative of companionship and care.

Interesting Things with JC #754: "Hurricanes" - Delve into the birth, naming, categories, and history of hurricanes. Explore their devastating power, and lessons from the past. Uncover the forgotten "Great Hurricane of 1780" that stood as a testament to nature's fury.

Interesting Things with JC #753: "The Teton Range" invites you to explore the captivating saga of Wyoming's majestic peaks, shaped by seismic forces and the passage of billions of years. Discover the story behind gneiss, granite, and mysterious diabase dikes that form the backdrop of this timeless landscape. Tune in to uncover the secrets of Earth's history.

Interesting Things with JC #752: "Maxwell–Heaviside Equations" explores the remarkable journey of James Clerk Maxwell and Oliver Heaviside, who formulated the fundamental equations connecting electric and magnetic fields. Discover how these equations underpin our wireless world, from phones to Wi-Fi.

Interesting Things with JC #751: "Sea Lion Caves" - Delve into the captivating world of Steller sea lions, from their breathtaking breath-holding feats to the remarkable underground amphitheater they inhabit. Discover the stories etched within America's largest sea lion cave, where land and ocean intertwine.

Interesting Things with JC #750: "Give a Little" delves into the world of reciprocity, exploring its profound effects on relationships, emotions, and support systems. Discover how the simple act of giving can foster stronger bonds, positive feelings, and interconnected networks of care and assistance.

Interesting Things with JC #748: "The Burning Bush" - Embark on a journey through the captivating narrative of the fiery fall foliage and toxic allure of the "Burning Bush" (Euonymus alatus). Uncover its dual nature of beauty and danger, exploring its invasiveness, toxic potency, and horticultural intrigue.

Interesting Things with JC #745: "Clouds Weigh about a Million Pounds" explores the intriguing science of cloud weight, delving into their astonishing mass and buoyancy. Uncover the secret behind these atmospheric marvels and their weight-defying capabilities. Learn about the diverse world of clouds, from the heavyweight cumulus to the elegant wisps of the cirrus, on this enlightening episode.

Interesting Things with JC #742: "Narcolepsy" - Delve into the world of narcolepsy, where relentless sleepiness collides with unexpected paralysis, vivid dreams, and stories of resilience. Experience the power of the human spirit in facing unique challenges.

Interesting Things with JC #741: "British Invisibility Shield" unveils a groundbreaking concealment tech using precision lenses to create optical camouflage. These lenses ingeniously manipulate light, rendering subjects invisible. Learn how this tech blends physics and engineering for remarkable invisibility.

Interesting Things with JC #732: "Supernumerary Teeth" - Explore the captivating world of extra teeth beyond the usual count, showcasing jaw-dropping genetic quirks and incredible dental wonders. From record-breaking cases to inspiring stories, this dental anomaly unveils the endless marvels of human genetics and the importance of early detection for better medical care.

Interesting Things with JC #731: "Journey through Darkness - Surviving a Tornado" tells the astonishing true story of 19-year-old Matt Suter, who was lifted by an EF-2 tornado that devastated the Missouri Ozarks in 2006. Unconscious throughout his harrowing flight, he miraculously survived a journey of over 1,300 feet, setting a Guinness World Record for the longest tornado-propelled human flight.

Interesting Things with JC #729: "Phoenix - August 4th, 2007" - Follow the journey of the U.S. space probe Phoenix, launched on a daring mission to Mars. A year later, after a 680-million-kilometer journey, it landed on the red planet, making an incredible discovery of water ice beneath the Martian surface. The probe's findings sparked excitement among scientists and opened up new possibilities for future space exploration.

Interesting Things with JC #728: "Efficient Simulations" - Leipzig University researchers revolutionize long-range interaction studies, shedding light on nonequilibrium processes.

Interesting Things with JC #726: "IPSCs" - Delve into the world of reprogrammed stem cells, a game-changer in medicine! Unlock the secrets of regenerative therapies and personalized treatments.

Interesting Things with JC #725: "George Van Tassel's Integratron" - Delve into the captivating tale of the mystical Integratron 🏕️ Experience rejuvenation & time machine claims!

Interesting Things with JC #723: "SUNBURN" - Unravel the secrets of sunburns, UV radiation, and skin protection. Get the scoop on the science of blisters!

Interesting Things with JC #721: "Geometric Acoustics" - Let’s learn about this amazing realm of science and discuss how it intertwines with sacred geometry!