Best Particulate Media Podcasts (2025)

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Sickbay Slumber Party! 1:51:35

3d ago1:51:35

1:51:35

We’re watching Star Trek: Enterprise Season 2, Episode 5 “A Night in Sickbay,” but only Jamie has actually watched the episode. Archer brings his dog to the planet of easily offended people, despite it very obviously being a bad idea, and then has a temper tantrum when asked to apologize. Also, Porthos is sick, there is an escaped bat, and for some…

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Second Contact: Always Read the Fine Print! 23:53

10d ago23:53

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This week, we’re on a second contact mission, revisiting Star Trek: Enterprise Season 2, Episode 4 “Dead Stop,” but now Jamie and Bill have watched it. After going through a minefield last episode, the Enterprise and crew aren't in the best of shape. Malcolm has to have Phlox Worm PT and the ship is going to take years to repair. But they find a re…

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Always Read the Fine Print! 1:28:26

17d ago1:28:26

1:28:26

We’re watching Star Trek: Enterprise Season 2, Episode 4 “Dead Stop,” but only Maria has actually watched the episode. After going through a minefield last episode, the Enterprise and crew aren't in the best of shape. Malcolm has to have Phlox Worm PT and the ship is going to take years to repair. But they find a repair station that is going to sol…

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Second Contact: Malcolm Gets Poked! 32:20

24d ago32:20

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This week, we’re on a second contact mission, revisiting Star Trek: Enterprise Season 2, Episode 3 “Minefield,” now that Maria and Jamie have actually watched it. And we have special guest Erica on to tell us about the history of the Vulcans and Romulans! A word of warning: If you haven’t listened to the episode before this one, go listen to that f…

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Malcom Gets Poked! 1:11:29

1M ago1:11:29

1:11:29

We’re watching Star Trek: Enterprise Season 2, Episode 3 “Minefield,” but only Bill has actually watched the episode. Hey everyone it’s a Malcolm-focused episode which means the writers are shaking the Etch-A-Sketch and giving us another new take on the character. It all starts with an awkward breakfast and then HOLY CRAP things are blowing up. Can…

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How Raindrops Can Be Turned into Electricity 8:24

1M ago8:24

8:24

Today’s episode is all about rain — but not the kind that ruins your beach day. Instead, we’re looking at how raindrops themselves could become tiny power plants. A 2025 study from the National University of Singapore, published in ACS Central Science, has shown that water droplets can be used to generate clean, renewable electricity using a brand-…

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Light, Particulate Matter and ... Thyroid Cancer? 12:27

1M ago12:27

12:27

I’m your host, and today we’re talking about a new study that brings together two things we all encounter daily—air pollution and city lights—and links them to something unexpected and alarming: thyroid cancer in children. This study, titled “Perinatal Exposures to Ambient Fine Particulate Matter and Outdoor Artificial Light at Night and Risk of Pe…

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Second Contact: The Facts of Warp! 16:42

1M ago16:42

16:42

Surprise! We are changing our format around a little for season 2 and now, you’re going to see us in your feed weekly! Instead of reviewing the previous episode and going into the next one all in one episode, we are undertaking new Second Contact missions! Every other week, we’ll look at the episode we watched the week before, after everyone has wa…

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The Facts of Warp! 1:46:54

2M ago1:46:54

1:46:54

We’re watching Star Trek: Enterprise Season 2, Episode 2 “Carbon Creek,” but only Maria has actually watched the episode. T’Pol tells Trip and Archer that they might not have their historical facts straight. This episode is widely considered one of the best Enterprise episodes, and we think we might agree. Does it have to do with the fact that none…

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Mediocre White Man Energy! 1:46:38

2M ago1:46:38

1:46:38

We’re watching Star Trek: Enterprise Season 2, Episode 1 “Shockwave Part II,” but only Jamie has actually watched the episode. The Suliban have taken over the Enterprise, Captain Archer is stuck in the future, and Starfleet is considering canceling the entire deep space program. The only way to save it is for Archer to give a rousing speech over a …

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How Duke Researchers are Improving CRISPR 10:01

2M ago10:01

10:01

Today, we’re diving into one of the most exciting breakthroughs in genetic science—an expansion of the CRISPR-Cas9 toolbox that could change medicine, agriculture, and environmental protection. CRISPR is a gene editing technology that can edit humans, plants and more. It might just be the key in our fight against the warming climate. Scientists fro…

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Computer! End Season One! 1:49:01

2M ago1:49:01

1:49:01

We have reached the end of Star Trek: Enterprise Season 1! Jamie, Bill, and Maria are joined by Sue from the Women at Warp podcast to take a step back and talk about what it’s been like gettin’ from there to here. Who do we like? Who do we hate? What is this show even about? Why are we still watching it? How did we get through a full season? At wha…

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QUADCOIL - A new breakthrough in fusion reactors 11:51

2M ago11:51

11:51

Today, we’re diving into a breakthrough in nuclear fusion technology—one that could bring us closer to a future powered by clean, limitless energy. This breakthrough comes from Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory, where physicists have developed a new computer code called QUADCOIL. This innovation could simplify and reduce the costs of stellarators…

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A Discussion on Corals with Dr Andrea Grottoli 33:34

3M ago33:34

33:34

Welcome to The Environmental Review! Today, we’re joined by Dr. Andrea Grottoli, a leading marine scientist and professor at The Ohio State University. A global expert in coral resilience and climate change, she has led groundbreaking research on coral bleaching and ecosystem adaptation. She also developed UZELA, an innovative technology that enhan…

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Lady Planet Genocide! 1:32:08

3M ago1:32:08

1:32:08

We’re watching Star Trek: Enterprise Season 1, Episode 26 “Shockwave Part 1,” but only Bill has actually watched the episode. Fam, it’s been a long road, but we’ve finally made it to the season one finale! Things go from bad to worse as the Enterprise crew accidentally commits genocide before a time wizard shows up to solve all their problems and a…

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Two Nights at The Roxbury! 1:33:27

3M ago1:33:27

1:33:27

SPECIAL GUEST: Jarrah from the Women at Warp podcast We’re watching Star Trek: Enterprise Season 1, Episode 25 “Two Days and Two Nights,” but only guest-explainer Jarrah has actually watched the episode. The Enterprise crew finally makes it to Risa, where heteronormativity abounds. It’s two days and two nights of scams, injuries, sexy language less…

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UZELA: Illuminating the Depths - A Game-Changer for Coral Reef Survival 12:31

4M ago12:31

12:31

Coral reefs, often considered the rainforests of the sea, are among the most diverse and vital ecosystems on our planet. They provide habitat for approximately 25% of all marine species and offer critical ecosystem services, including coastal protection, fisheries, and tourism, with an estimated global economic value of nearly $10 trillion USD. How…

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The Growing Threat of Space Debris to Aviation Safety 13:23

4M ago13:23

13:23

As humanity’s ventures into space become more ambitious, an unexpected challenge has emerged: the increasing risk posed by re-entering space debris to our planet’s busy airspaces. This episode explores a groundbreaking study that sheds light on this issue, examining its findings and discussing the broader implications for aviation safety and enviro…

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Donald Trump's (second) exit from the Paris Agreement 15:02

4M ago15:02

15:02

Note, as a podcast, we stand for factual information (any bias should be backed with claims although we tried not to be biased except for at the very end of the pod) - everything here has been factually collected to the best of our knowledge. We support climate improvements and the use of green tech, though we do not necessarily align with any poli…

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Archer of Arabia! 1:10:26

4M ago1:10:26

1:10:26

We’re watching Star Trek: Enterprise Season 1, Episode 24: “Desert Crossing” but only Maria has actually watched the episode. The Enterprise responds to a distress call and the captain they rescue is so grateful, he invites Archer and Trip down to his sunny home planet for a visit. Looking forward to a boondoggle, the boys head to the planet where …

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Climate Change and the UK's Agricultural Future 11:47

4M ago11:47

11:47

In this episode, we’re diving into a groundbreaking study published in Climate Resilience and Sustainability. Led by Dr. John Redhead from the UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology, along with researchers from the University of East Anglia, this study provides an in-depth analysis of how climate change could radically transform UK agriculture by the ye…

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The Brazil Nut Tree, and How Humans Have Shaped Its Past and Future. 12:45

4M ago12:45

12:45

In today's episode, we’re exploring the incredible story of the Brazil Nut tree—a true giant of the Amazon rainforest. This towering tree is more than just a source of nuts. It’s a key player in the rainforest’s ecosystem, a symbol of how humans have shaped nature, and now, thanks to groundbreaking research, it’s a genetic marvel that’s giving us n…

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Road Salt Pollution and Cattail Plants. 13:02

4M ago13:02

13:02

Road salt pollution is an extremely secretive weapon that damages our organisms, our land, and even our human health. Led by Professors from Virginia Tech, we look today at the promising potential of cattail plants to fight pollution, and additionally analyse alternatives used by individuals in New Hampshire and Scandanavia. Contacts - feel free to…

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How Concrete Might be Used to Fight Climate Change 7:25

4M ago7:25

7:25

In this podcast episode. we look at the groundbreaking research from Elisabeth Van Roijen (University of California, Davis), Sabbie Miller (University of California, David) and Steve Davis (Stanford University) as they look at the potential for concrete to lock carbon away for good. By adding concrete with bio-synthesised alternatives, our building…

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Baby’s First VIP Escort Mission! 1:38:40

4M ago1:38:40

1:38:40

We’re watching Star Trek: Enterprise Season 1, Episode 23: “Fallen Hero” but only Jamie has actually watched the episode. The Enterprise gets to go on its very first ambassador escort mission! All they have to do is pick up an important Vulcan ambassador and then drop her off at a ship that’s a mere two days away. Easy peasy. Even this Enterprise c…

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The California Fires and the importance of AC 8:28

4M ago8:28

8:28

In January 2025, a variety of wildfires in the Greater Los Angeles Area have broken out, putting more than 180,000 people at risk. In this episode, we cover what they are, California's extensive battle with wildfires, and the surprising impacts of AC in response to these wars. Our hearts go out to the people faced with the wildfires. Stay safe, and…

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The Collapse of Northvolt, Sweden's Largest Green Battery Producer 10:24

5M ago10:24

10:24

Northvolt, a large green battery producer in Sweden, has recently filed for Bankruptcy in the United States, accumulating over $5.8 Billion in debt. We cover the story of it's collapse, and it's significance in Europe's sustainability industry. While this is a huge loss, there is still hope for the future. Contacts Email: theenvironmentalreview@gma…

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The Carbon Footprint 10:42

5M ago10:42

10:42

Today, we looked at the carbon footprint - a popular buzzword that actually has significant scientific meaning. We look at Carbon Dioxide Equivalents (CO2e), and look at the implications of watching Netflix and sending emails on your environmental footprint. Contacts - feel free to reach out! Email: [email protected] Instagram/X: the…

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Always Practice Safe Docking! 1:33:42

5M ago1:33:42

1:33:42

We’re watching Star Trek: Enterprise Season 1, Episode 22: “Vox Sola” but only Bill has actually watched the episode. Plus, we have special guest K.O. Myers from Particulate Media joining us this episode. The Enterprise has been penetrated by a very slimy tentacled creature who has captured Archer, Trip, a random ensign, and Angelica Schuyler in it…

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Microplastics 8:13

5M ago8:13

8:13

What are microplastics? In our first episode, we cover microplastics, what they are, how they affect the environment, and what is being done to resolve it's widespread glitter-like effect. In the future, we hope to get some researchers to deep dive into the problem! Contacts - feel free to reach out! Email: [email protected] Instagra…

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Quantum Leaping to Conclusions! 1:48:05

5M ago1:48:05

1:48:05

We’re watching Star Trek: Enterprise Season 1, Episode 21: “Detained” but only Maria has actually watched the episode. Archer and Mayweather blunder into a military zone and get thrown into an internment camp filled with Suliban. This is definitely not a knee-jerk reaction to 9/11 and certainly a nuanced and thoughtful take on a complex situation. …

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It’s Shallot to Deal With! 1:42:17

6M ago1:42:17

1:42:17

We’re watching Star Trek: Enterprise Season 1, Episode 20: “Oasis” but only Jamie has actually watched the episode. The crew comes across survivors of a ship crash and Trip flirts with a cute girl, but they have secrets and blah, blah, blah. Who are we kidding? We’re all just here to see René Aubernjonois act the shit out of his guest role on this …

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A Pile O’ Women! 1:25:28

6M ago1:25:28

1:25:28

We’re watching Star Trek: Enterprise Season 1, Episode 19: “Acquisition” but only Bill has actually watched the episode. Ferengi pirates somehow manage to incapacitate every member of the Enterprise aside from a half-naked Trip, who is now tasked with saving the rest of the crew. The bad news is that the Ferengi are peak TNG-era annoying. The good …

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We Are Not Alone! 1:39

6M ago1:39

1:39

A quick check in from the EnterpriseSplaining crew to give you some exciting news! We are joining the ESO Network, a collection of geeky podcasts from across the internet. Everything you love about EnterpriseSplaining will remain the same, but we’ll be adding some special ESO intro and outros to each episode and will be taking a short break each ep…

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Talk Sluggy to Me! 1:47:42

7M ago1:47:42

1:47:42

We’re watching Star Trek: Enterprise Season 1, Episode 18: “Rogue Planet” but only Maria has actually watched the episode. The Enterprise crew meets a group of alien hunters on a rogue planet and Archer falls in love with a slug lady. Thank you to Phil Plait for sending us some science on rogue planets. You can sign up for his Bad Astronomy newslet…

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Thanks, I Hate It! 1:45:24

7M ago1:45:24

1:45:24

We’re watching Star Trek: Enterprise Season 1, Episode 17: “Fusion” but only Jamie has actually watched the episode. The Enterprise crew meets some Vulcans that are happy to see them, which in and of itself should have been a big red flag. T’Pol warns everyone that these Vulcans are dangerous, but as usual no one listens to her until it’s too late.…

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Let's Space Malcolm! 1:39:27

7M ago1:39:27

1:39:27

We’re watching Star Trek: Enterprise Season 1, Episode 16: “Shuttle Pod One” but only Bill has actually watched the episode. Plus, we have a special guest Andi from the Women at Warp podcast, getting her first-ever dose of Enterprise. Malcolm and Trip are stuck together in a cold shuttle pod with no way to get help, and because they are straight me…

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Logic is an Emotion! 1:38:26

8M ago1:38:26

1:38:26

We’re watching Star Trek: Enterprise Season 1, Episode 15: “Shadows of P’Jem” but only Maria has actually watched the episode. The Vulcans are looking for a fall guy for that time the Enterprise crew destroyed all their religious artifacts back in “The Andorian Incident.” Plus, our favorite Andorian is back and we get to meet an alien who wears pin…

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The Sleeping Dogs Are a Lie! 1:40:40

9M ago1:40:40

1:40:40

We’re watching Star Trek: Enterprise Season 1, Episode 14: “Sleeping Dogs” but only Jamie has actually watched the episode. The Enterprise investigates a gas giant, Archer pouts because the Klingons don’t like him, Malcolm has a cold, and Hoshi and T’Pol are weirdly catty to each other but then share A Moment. Also, Seelix is back to talk about her…

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Encounter at Midpoint! 1:49:16

9M ago1:49:16

1:49:16

It’s been a looooong road, but we’ve somehow made it though half of the first season of Star Trek: Enterprise. I know. We are as surprised as you! For this episode, we are all taking a much needed respite from the show and taking stock of our feelings so far. We also have a special guest joining us, Charles from the Earth Station Trek podcast, who …

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Dr. Phlox, Space Veterinarian! 1:21:48

9M ago1:21:48

1:21:48

We’re watching Star Trek: Enterprise Season 1, Episode 13: “Dear Doctor” but only Bill has actually watched the episode. Plus, we have a special guest, Seelix, join us to tell us if the science in the episode is accurate (spoiler: that is not how evolution works!). Phlox and Archer wrestle with some gnarly ethical issues which could have been solve…

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The Sheep Prince Wants Friendship For His Birthday! 1:30:03

10M ago1:30:03

1:30:03

We’re watching Star Trek: Enterprise Season 1, Episode 12: “Silent Enemy” but only Maria has actually watched the episode. Hoshi stalks Malcolm, proving he is the most boring person who has ever existed and some mysterious aliens do a bunch of mysterious things for reasons that are never explained. Join us as Maria attempts to explain the episode t…

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You Sir Are No Time Fixer! 1:35:33

10M ago1:35:33

1:35:33

We’re watching Enterprise Season 1, Episode 11: “Cold Front” but only Jamie has actually watched the episode. We meet a time traveler who makes very good eggs and something, something temporal cold war. Join us as Jamie attempts to explain the episode to Bill and Maria. Rikermendations: Bill: the Highlander movies Maria: the Back to the Future movi…

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OK Space Boomer! 1:21:24

11M ago1:21:24

1:21:24

We’re watching Enterprise Season 1, Episode 10: “Fortunate Son” but only Bill has actually watched the episode. Travis makes a boomer friend and then has a falling out with said boomer friend. And, despite being an episode all about boomers, we still somehow don’t learn what “boomer” actually means. Join us as Bill attempts to explain the episode t…

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Sid Meier’s Prime Directive! 1:24:45

11M ago1:24:45

1:24:45

We’re watching Enterprise Season 1, Episode 9: “Civilization” but only Maria has actually watched the episode! The Enterprise crew get up to shenanigans on a pre-contact planet and demonstrate why someone needs to invent the prime directive stat! Join us as Maria attempts to explain the episode to Jamie and Bill. Rikermendations Bill: the movie 201…

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Resting Vague Disquiet Face! 1:21:33

12M ago1:21:33

1:21:33

We’re watching Enterprise Season 1, Episode 8: “Breaking the Ice” but only guest-explainer Christian has actually watched the episode! Travis and Malcolm build a snowman on a comet while Trip digs through all T’Pol’s personal files just for funsies. Join us as Christian attempts to explain the episode to Jamie, Bill, and Maria. Rikermendations Bill…

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Unnecessary Torture! 1:53:22

1y ago1:53:22

1:53:22

We’re watching Enterprise Season 2, Episode 7: “The Andorian Incident” but only Jamie has actually watched the episode! Archer and Trip join T’Pol on a visit to a Vulcan monastery where they are extremely respectful of the alien culture. Just kidding! They destroy a bunch of priceless Vulcan artifacts and are rude to a group of monks. Join us as Ja…

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Bone Sax! 1:44:05

1y ago1:44:05

1:44:05

We’re watching Enterprise Season 1, Episode 6: “Terra Nova” but only Maria has actually watched the episode! The Enterprise goes to find some answers about a colony that was lost 70 years ago. What could possibly go wrong? Join us as Maria attempts to explain the episode to Bill and Jamie. Follow us on BlueSky: @enterprisesplain [https://bsky.app/p…

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Wrist Nipples! 1:29:54

1y ago1:29:54

1:29:54

We’re watching Enterprise Season 1, Episode 5: “Unexpected” but only Bill has actually watched the episode! Trip has a sexy encounter with a shiny alien lady and sticks his fingers where they don’t belong, getting himself in a bit of a bind. Let’s just say his predicament led us to ask the question “Do wrist nipples have mammary glands?” Join us as…

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Yells at Wall in Vulcan! 1:22:50

1y ago1:22:50

1:22:50

We’re watching Enterprise Season 1, Episode 4: “Strange New World” but only Maria has actually watched the episode! The Enterprise crew gets stranded on an alien planet where strange things are happening and Trip goes on a trip of his own! Join us as Maria attempts to explain the episode to Jamie and Bill. Follow us on BlueSky: @enterprisesplain Fo…

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