Welcome back to Thirst for Knowledge where two nerdy people try to answer all your (and our) questions about your (and our) favorite alcohols.

Join Ben and Dr. Lex as they pop some bottles and clink some glasses, well..virtually at least. Discover why there's a whisp of vapor when you pop a bottle of champagne and what the fastest recorded cork exiting a bottle was clocked at.

Pour yourself a glass and come and learn along with us.

And always remember to drink, and science, responsibly.

Welcome back to Thirst for Knowledge where two nerdy people try to answer all your (and our) questions about your (and our) favorite alcohols.

This round is wine. Wine has a long and fascinating history and tons of science behind. For example, why does wine made from the same grape grown in two different soils taste different. Can the size of a wine glass influence how much you drink? Join us as we learn all sorts of interesting facts about wine.

In this episode, Ben comes prepared with the history and fun facts and of course Dr. Lex has to find cool research studies.

So pour a glass and join us for some sips and some knowledge and don't forget to click that subscribe button!

And always, always, drink and science responsibly!

Recipe for a Wine Spritzer cocktail is here:

- 4 oz ice

- 3 oz wine

- 3 oz soda/seltzer

- Garnish as you wish

Recipe courtesy of Spruce Eats: https://www.thespruceeats.com/wine-spritzers-recipe-3958478

Just like the ghost of your PhD thesis, we're back! This season we're doing something a little different. Dr. Lex is talking to some of our favorite science communicators and podcasters about their work and their favorite luxury times. Join us once a month for a fascinating and fabulous chat.

This month, we're talking to Sam from the Tiny Matters podcast and appropriate for Halloween, we discuss the science behind Vampire Facials. So grab a treat, and maybe some garlic and tune in for fun facts and great conversation.

Where to find the Tiny Matters Podcast: https://www.acs.org/pressroom/tiny-matters.html

Our other podcast on the science of booze: https://open.spotify.com/show/2HFCvJoCn2s86g9KkVqYeQ?si=7548a90d4fbf4764

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Welcome back to Thirst for Knowledge where two nerdy people try to answer all your (and our) questions about your (and our) favorite alcohols.

This round is cider. What better beverage to discuss in the fall. It conjures up images of apple picking, apple cider donuts and lots, and lots of plaid.

In this episode, Ben comes prepared with the history and fun facts and of course Dr. Lex has to bring parasites into the discussion. Hot tip: Make sure your cider is pasteurized!

So pour a pint and join us for some sips and some knowledge and don't forget to click that subscribe button!

And always, always, drink responsibly!

Recipe for a Cider Moscow Mule cocktail is here:

- 2 oz vodka

- 2 oz hard cider

- 1.5 oz fresh lime juice

- 3 oz ginger beer

Combine in a copper mug or glass, adding the ginger beer last. Garnish as desired.

Recipe courtesy of The Bottle Club: https://www.thebottleclub.com/blogs/recipes/hard-cider-mule-recipe

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Every 3 weeks, Dr. Lex and Ben pour a drink and discuss the history, pop culture and science behind that drink. This is a show for curious people who like a cocktail every once in a while. Each episode will also feature a signature cocktail recipe.

This week is all about one of the most popular beverages in the world, beer! So grab a pint and learn about how beer is made, it's history and what really happens when you pour a pint of Guinness.

Recipe for a Spaghett cocktail is here:

- 1 bottle of light beer of choice with about 4 tablespoons removed

- Add 2 tablespoons of Aperol to the beer

- Add 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice

Recipe courtesy of Southern Living

Summer may be almost done but we're still talking inspiration from our trip to Greece. It seems that no matter where you walk in Greece, you'll trip over some ancient sculpture. There are figures, animals, columns and many forms of sculpture from Ancient Greece. Old marble was even re-used for more modern structures. So it's no wonder that we were inspired when we lived there to look more deeply into sculpture. And what happens when two scientists get curious about something, you get a fun and factual exploration of an ancient art form.

We hope you enjoy this episode on a useful, beautiful and fascinating metal.

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A continuation of our classic episodes inspired by our recent month long voyage through Greece. This episode is all about silver.

In Ioannina, a beautiful city in Northern Greece, there is a museum dedicated to silversmithing. This museum is housed in the old castle battlements and is a gorgeous testament to the skill and intricacy of silver work.

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The LuxeSci recently spent time in Greece again and we were reminded about all the deep and enduring artistic traditions here. For the next few episodes we'll be revisiting classic LuxeSci episodes with a Greek twist, episodes that came to mind as we roamed around this beautiful country.

The first episode is all about gold. In the National Archeological Museum in Athens, there are stunning gold objects found in a tomb, including gold burial masks. Goldsmithing has ancient roots in Greece and the artisans there still use some of the ancient techniques.

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Hi Fancy Folks,

We were off for the holiday but we're back now with a classic episode all about the science of fireworks. We hope you enjoy! And please use fireworks responsibly.

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Hi Fancy Folks!

Join your favorite curious scientists as we explore the science behind sunglasses. We'll revisit eye anatomy and why and how sunlight can damage the eyes. We'll also learn about lenses and discover if sunglasses really are a good disguise. So ditch the lab coat, grab a cocktail and come and learn with us.

Check out our featured friend's podcast: Tiny MattersL ⁠https://www.acs.org/pressroom/tiny-matters.html

This is our last episode of the season but we'll be back over the summer with our interview series. This year, we're talking to other science communicators about their favorite luxury item and we've got some really fascinating and unexpected ones.

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