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It’s that time again - time for us to take several seats after another season of your favorite science podcast! Listen as Drs. Nyote, Alicia, and Devyn share their highlights from the season and chat about current topics in science. Which episodes from the season were our favorites & what did we learn?! You’ll have to listen to find out! Thanks so much for listening! If you like what you’ve been hearing, subscribe to the podcast, tell a friend about us, follow us on IG, & leave us a review on Apple Podcasts!

Opioid addiction is no laughing matter! Roughly 130 people die every day of an opioid overdose in the US alone. In this episode, your favorite melanated PhDs take a deep dive into the topic of opioids - what are they, where do they come from, how did we get them, and why are so many people dying from overdose. Topics from pain management and pharmaceutical companies to dark web drug trafficking and illicit drug use in Rap culture will be covered, so don't miss this. If you or a loved one has ever been prescribed an opioid pain killer, please listen as you never know whose life you can save when you’re armed with information!

If you or someone you know is struggling with substance abuse, please call the SAMHSA National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357).

We dedicate this episode to the memories of DMX and George Floyd.

Want an alternative perspective on recreational drug use? Check out the recent book "Drug Use for Grown Ups", by Dr. Carl Hart here: https://drcarlhart.com 

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Y'all have seen those commercials with ducks caught in soda can plastic pack rings and turtles with plastic straws in the nose. Yikes in an understatement. It’s so important that we all do our part & take care of the Earth and its creatures in whatever ways we can. Black folks have been playing a part upcycling Country Crock containers, Butter Cookie tins, and Crown Royal bags for decades, but how is our recycling game? In this episode, your favorite melanated PhDs, Drs. Devyn, Nyote, and Alicia, tackle the topic of recycling - what is it, how it got started, why we should care, and how to do it. Did you know you're probably using your grandma's tin foil? Well, kinda. We'll discuss how all plastics are not created equal, why glass and aluminum foil need space in your recycling routine, and why reusing your disposable water bottle is creating your very own Petri dish. After listening to this episode, don’t be surprised if you start side eyeing your coworkers who don’t recycle or switching to more glass and using less plastic!

Want to know more about the bomb.com stylist upcycling luxury threads? Check out Kellie Ford on Instagram @fly4i to see her create custom pieces.

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Part of growing up Black in the US is being told on the regular that you smell like outside. We’ve now become adults who can’t stand for our kids, nieces, and nephews to come in from outside stinking up our homes! But what IS outside smell and why does it exist?! Furthermore, how are we able to smell and where do body odors come from? Join in as your hosts spit straight facts and answer all of your burning questions about smell.

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In this episode, join Drs. Devyn, Nyote, and Alicia as they break down exactly how humans got into the GMO game, how the government tried to pump the breaks on this new wave, and what plant is the G.O.A.T of the GMO world (it’s so corny you would never guess it!).  Hear us chat it up about fruit ovaries, Chipotle being a teacher’s pet, and how to spot that PLU code for organic bananas a mile away!  So whether you are chowing down some strawberries in the winter or adding some sugar into that lemonade, keep giving SFTC and these GMOs some love and check out the newest episode!

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It’s no secret that the coronavirus pandemic has turned the whole world on its head. We can’t go anywhere without wearing a mask and observing social distancing. Good news, though - we are finally at the point where vaccines are available! This is the moment we’ve all been waiting for! We should be excited! ...Right?! In this episode, Drs. Devyn, Nyote, and Alicia dive deep into the science behind these vaccines, what's in them (spoiler alert: there isn't a microchip to track your whereabouts- your phone does that just fine), why the vaccines were able to be developed so quickly, and why you may want to think twice before refusing to get it. 

This episode is ripe with tons of info you can use to make an informed vaccination decision, but please do so in conjunction with the expertise of your physician. We are laying out the science, but we are not medical doctors. Please note that the choice to vaccinate is yours and should be done in consultation with a licensed medical professional. 

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Issa Season Finale - SFTC Style! Listen as your favorite melanated scientists recap our first season - the highs, the lows, and everything in-between! Which episodes from the season were our favorites & what strange facts did we learn?! You’ll have to listen to find out! Thank you so much for tuning in episode after episode! We're humbled and excited to see what the future brings! If you like what you’ve been hearing, subscribe to the podcast, tell a friend about us, follow us on IG, & leave us a review on Apple Podcasts!

The first season is almost coming to an end and we had to pause because the presidential election is looming. With the debates being so unhinged and out of control, it can be hard to separate fact from fiction. Our intent is not to sway anyone’s vote. We hope that after listening, you’ll be a more informed voter. And if you haven’t voted already - what are you waiting for?!

Want a want to fact check political parties or candidates? Check out: factcheck.org 

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Let’s keep it all the way a hunnid - almost all of the astronomy we learned in 3rd grade, we forgot. It was time for a little refresher! Learn along with us about the U.S Space Force (yes, y’all! The Space Force is a real thing!), the differences between astronomy & astrology, how the moon affects the ocean tides, and why we’re crowning the Earth the Wobble dance champ at the next cookout!

Check out keatsdidit on Instagram for some hilarious skits about the planets!

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The Coronavirus pandemic has made a clean freak out of everyone! You can’t find nan Lysol wipe ANYWHERE! But while you’re wiping down groceries & scrubbing down surfaces, are you sure that your household cleaners are doing what you think? All cleaning products are NOT created equal! Cleaners, disinfectants, and sanitizers – each of these has a different role. 

In this episode of Science for the Culture, we'll dive into everyone's Saturday morning cleaning ritual (minus the Patti and Gladys playlist) the do's and don'ts of cleaning, and spilling the tea on Lysol, Fabuloso, and more. 

Want to check out that article on Lysol? Find it here: bit.ly/30kBJuz

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