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Episode Tweleve:

The Potato Famine

In this week's episode, Storm whistle inventor Dr. Wright discusses the causes of the Irish Potato Famine of the 1840s-50s.

This episode's a bit of a downer as well. Let's all agree never to be as coldhearted as the people who were EXPORTING FOOD from Ireland during the Famine.

Science Podcasts

by Dr. Wright and Jessica Wright Buha

Dr. Wright Breaks it Down for You is a podcast written by and featuring Dr. Howard Wright, father, dentist, inventor, high school chemistry teacher, and most importantly, storyteller. Each week, Dr. Wright and his daughter Jessica discuss a different everyday phenomenon, exploring the science and history behind such topics as static electricity, nuclear reactors, and whether or not dogs sweat.

How Do Flowers Know It's Spring?

In this week's episode, Storm whistle inventor (and high school chemistry teacher) Dr. Wright and I discuss how flowers know when to bloom in the springtime, and when to hunker down in the fall. Apparently the sun acts as some sort of timer device? The whole thing kinda blew my mind.

The Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant

In this week's episode, Storm Whistle inventor Dr. Howard Wright discusses why the explosions occurred in the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant, the dangers of radioactive iodine, and what the "smoke" coming from healthy nuclear power plants really is (spoiler alert: just steam).

How Does Soap Work?

Join inventor Dr. Howard Wright and I as we explore the bubbly, bodacious world of soap! Why do we need it? How does it work? And what does the game "Angry Birds" have to do with it again?

But How Is Electricity Used in Daily Life?

Join Storm whistle inventor (and high school chemistry teacher) Dr. Wright as we discuss how humanity harnessed whatever happens when you zap your kid sister into That Thing That Makes Computers Work. Featuring Hans Christian Oersted, Michael Faraday, Nicola Tesla, and a girl

Thomas Jefferson and the Microphone

Join us on this delightful romp as we discuss what politicians did before microphones. Helmholtz resonators, elephants, the ancient Greeks, and 1950s cheerleaders all make an appearance, along with our favorite presidents.

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Ever Wonder about Traffic Lights?

In this week's podcast, Storm Whistle inventor and high school chemistry teacher Dr. Wright explains the various mysteries and origins of the traffic light. We chat about flag-twirlers, a horn-operated traffic signal (a.k.a. the worst idea ever), and the possibility of getting arrested.

In this week's episode, Storm whistle inventor Dr. Howard Wright discusses both slow and fast-moving crowds, and the different techniques needed to survive each one. Also featuring that one crowd scene from "The Blob," which, in this context, is a good deal scarier than The Blob itself.

Episode Eleven:

In this week's episode, Storm Whistle inventor Dr. Wright and I discuss the mysteries of electricity. It's confusing stuff, and Dr. Wright keeps the analogies coming faster than bolts of lightning. Chocolate sprinkled doughnuts, frogs, balloons, and some truly awful Microsoft Paint animations

Join us on this delightful romp as we discuss what politicians did before microphones. Helmholtz resonators, elephants, the ancient Greeks, and 1950s cheerleaders all make an appearance, along with our favorite presidents.

How do Rip Tides Occur and How do you get out of them

Keeping with our summer theme, Dr. Wright and I navigate the ins and outs (literally!) of rip currents, also called rip tides. Rip currents are insidious, deadly, and clandestine--the similarities to javelinas are not overlooked. Oh no, dear listener! They are not overlooked at all.

The dog days of summer are upon us, and so Dr. Wright explores an important topic about our favorite canines: how exactly do the poor things keep cool? We discuss werewolves, sweat glands, and the importance of NEVER SHAVING A HUSKY EVER EVER EVER.

Episode Thirteen:

Help! I Have a Canker Sore!

In this week's podcast, Dr. Wright and I tangle with a terrifying topic: canker sores! We battle viruses, bacteria, and several toothpaste commercials from the 1950s to bring you our thoughts on canker sore treatment. Supported by several animations, lovingly crafted by yours truly in Microsoft Paint.

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Episode Fourteen:

What's the Deal with Fluoride Toothpaste?

In this week's podcast, Dr. Wright and I explore the ins and outs of fluoride: what is it? Whose idea was it to put it in the drinking water? Why is that seal getting its teeth brushed? Accompanied, as always, by my delightful animations, painstaking crafted in Microsoft Paint.

Episode Fifteen:

Invention - part 1

I Think I've Got a GOOD Idea! Now What?

Join Dr. Wright and I as we continue our conversation on how to get your dream invention off the ground. You've made sure that your idea is both original and not awful? Great! The next step is to make a prototype. I think this sounds like a lot of work—Dr. Wright firmly believes that it's the only way to move forward in the process. Featuring a toothpaste factory, the importance of proofreading, and an invention involving beer that actually made me laugh out loud.

Episode Sixteen:

Invention - part 2 What Should My Price Point Be?

All right! So, you've got an idea, and you've built a prototype. Now what? Join Dr. Wright and I as we lead you through the final steps of making your dream a reality: getting a manufacturer and figuring out a good price for your product. If you can successfully manufacture your item and sell it for a price that consumers will actually pay, then congratulations! You've done it! Go get your patent!

Episode Seventeen:

Invention - part 3 What's the Deal with Fluoride?

In this week's podcast, Dr. Wright and I explore the ins and outs of fluoride: what is it? Whose idea was it to put it in the drinking water? Why is that seal getting its teeth brushed? Accompanied, as always, by my delightful animations, painstaking crafted in Microsoft Paint.

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Episode Eighteen:

Exactly How Does the Whistle Work Underwater?

Please take a listen to our first episode of our new podcast, "Dr. Wright Breaks It Down for You," where Dr. Howard Wright, Storm whistle inventor and high school chemistry teacher, explains the mysteries behind everyday phenomena. This week: How Does the Storm Whistle Work Underwater?

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