Summer 2008 officially begins today, June 20, at 7:50 EDT (at least in the Northern Hemisphere). Here at Distillations, we’re celebrating with a show dedicated to poolside lounging.

SHOW CLOCK

00:00 Opening Credits

00:31 Introduction

00:58 Element of the Week: Titanium

02:57 Chemistry in Your Cupboard: Chlorination

05:22 Mystery Solved! Why do we float?

07:42 Quote: Henry James

08:00 Closing Credits

CREDITS

Special thanks to David Caruso for researching this show. Additional credits available at chemheritage.org/distillations.