I'm joined by Dr. James Rogers of Consumer Reports. Jim Rogers is the lead on the study that came out of Consumer Reports highlighting the potential dangers of synthetic braiding hair. Consumer Reports tested 10 of the most popular brands and varieties of synthetic braiding hair on the market. They found dangerous chemicals in all of their samples. The study found VOCs in the braiding hair, including benzene, which is a known cancer-causing agent, as well as other potential and likely cancer-causing agents. They also found lead in the samples, in an amount up to 600% of the maximum allowable dosage level.

This study is a step in the right direction for consumers of synthetic hair to have the information they deserve to have. If you would like more information on the study, visit this link: https://thesciencemaven.com/blog/cancer-causing-chemicals-in-all-of-the-top-10-braiding-hair-on-the-market

The Dangers of Synthetic Braiding Hair with Dr. Jim Rogers

Join me as I chit chat with perhaps one of the most fun neuroscientists that you'll ever meet, Dr. Ben Rein. We talk about all things neuroscience as well as my most favorite thing on the planet, science communication.

EP 10: Neuroscience and Science Communication with Dr. Ben Rein

Okay, friends. Gather round. So, this podcast is called The Science of Life, but we need to get to the MEAT of it all... what even IS life? Today we begin on our deep dive, deeper than the Mariana Trench. Microbes on Earth that make magnets? Are we aliens? We're getting into it ALL with evolutionary biologist Dr. Olivia Judson, author of Dr. Tatiana's Sex Advice to All Creation [https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781466817661/drtatianassexadvicetoallcreation/], The Definitive Guide to the Evolutionary Biology of Sex, in this episode.

What even IS Life??? With Evolutionary Biologist Dr. Olivia Judson

We're back after a hiatus, because: LIFE BE LIFE-ING! Today, we're talking to my psychiatrist, Dr. Mike Magarefteh. Yes, I brought my psychiatrist on my podcast! Why? Because he's awesome, and it's really important to talk about mental health and destigmatize it. I hope that hearing a little bit about my journey can inspire someone to do some introspection about their mental health, and consider therapy or psychiatric evaluation. Your brain is a part of your body, so let's take care of it like it is!

My psychiatrist, Dr. Mike Magarefteh

How many times have we said, "Well, it's not like it's rocket science." Well, TODAY is your lucky day! Today it IS rocket science, and we have none other than aerospace engineer Naia Butler-Craig to hold our hand while teaching us one of the toughest subjects. Today we're learning rocket science.

07: It IS Rocket Science with Naia Butler-Craig

This episode is going to blow your mind. Learn about all things dolphins, music, and dolphin music with Dr. Heather Spence on my podcast!

06: Dolphin Shenanigans with Dr. Heather Spence

Ultimate dolphin shenanigans, with Dr. Heather Spence

In this episode, I talk with CEO of PolyBio Research Foundation, Dr. Amy Proal, who is a microbiologist passionate about advancing science in a way that we understand the roots and drivers of the chronic illnesses that impact millions of people every day. We talk about everything from persistent pathogens, to breaking down elitism in science, and so much more. I loved this episode! You’re going to learn so much!

PS: So sorry I’ve been away! I had a bit of a hiccup in my life due to this real estate transaction (just google my name and New York Times to learn about that)

So glad to resume here on the podcast. Thank you everyone for your support.

05: The Microbes IN and ON us with Dr. Amy Proal

The microbes that live inside and on us, with Dr. Amy Proal

Meet my partner, Dr. Ronald Gamble, Jr.! Ron is a theoretical astrophysicist at NASA, and one of my biggest supporters. While waiting for our previous guest, Dr. Tiara Moore, to arrive, Dr. Ron took the hot seat to tell us all about BLACK HOLES and his research. He'll be back on soon! If you have any questions for Dr. Gamble to share on his full episode, find me online and leave a comment with your question!

04: Minisode with Dr. Ronald Gamble, Jr.

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Raven Baxter (@raventemaven_delete)

Life is a science, literally and figuratively. In this podcast, we explore the nuances of our lives, socially and scientifically, and even the ways that they intersect. Hosted by Dr. Raven Baxter, also known as Dr. Raven the Science Maven, The Science of Life podcast hosts biologists from the entire spectrum of science, from geneticists learning about what makes us who we are, to astrobiologists searching for extraterrestrial life, from understanding relationships through the lens of animal behavior.

The Science of Life with Dr. Raven Baxter