Ever wonder what's going on under the lid? Once you seal a pressure cooker there's a lot of science that goes into breaking down meats and grains, they're amazing devices!
Ever wonder what makes a pretzel? Is it the dough? Is it the shape? None of the above?! It's actually a surprising chemical reaction between the heat of the oven and a caustic solution used to wash the dough, here are the details!
Every once in a while the cast sits down for a round table discussion about fun topics and this time was a blast. Take a listen as we reminisce over our guilty pleasures!
How exactly do induction burners work? This magical form of heat is actually magnetic, no gas flames or electric burners in sight. Stay tuned for the science behind magnetic fields and hot pans!
Eggs are not only terrific for breakfast, they're also a wonderful teaching tool for all sorts of science lessons. Here are a few physics and chemistry experiments to perform with your family this weekend!
When it comes to candy making, few things are as delightful as a chocolate Easter bunny. But there's more to making a great rabbit than melting chocolate and pouring it into a mold. Learn all about chocolate tempering and the science behind this holiday favorite!
Something as ubiquitous as wool is often taken for granted. I teamed up with Debbie Matenopoulos to investigate how this fiber has been used in fashion since the dawn of animal husbandry! What's the difference between cashmere, merino, and alpaca? Stay tuned!
Growing up, eating beef jerky was a real treat while backpacking across Colorado. Now that I know how to make it at home, it's less of a treat, but just as delicious!
Geology provides more than enough art without our ever intervening. I teamed up with Paige Hemmis to DIY some great geode art projects and explain how these glorious rocks come to be!
Drying is one of the oldest and most common forms of food preservation. Canning technology is less than 200 years old, and freezing is even more recent (less than 100 years old for households), but drying technology is simple and affordable for nearly any one in the world, which is why jerky can be found around the globe.
Knowing which knife to use for each job can be confusing. Here's a breakdown on the physics of knives, and why it's important to match your blade to the task at hand!
This week Home & Family teamed me up with Matt Rogers for a quick DIY that the whole family can enjoy. Water bottle rockets! Learn the science behind their takeoff and make an easy parachute!
What makes certain foods red? How about blue or purple? It all comes down to how a chemical compound called anthocyanin reacts inside the plant! See how it all works here on Home & Family.
Cooking oils vary not only in flavor, but also in practicality. There isn't one oil that's best for every job in the kitchen, so you may as well familiarize yourself with the options! From frying to baking and everything in between, here are the best choices.
