While I have taken apart several microwaves and even made a video on microwave oven transformers, I never researched how the most important part of a microwave, the magnetron, works. In this video, I talk about how the magnetron converts … Continued
As Hurricane Irma was approaching my home I started thinking about the science behind hurricanes, why they form, and what makes them so powerful. Thank you so much for watching this video! If you would like to suggest a video … Continued
Fidget spinners are extremely popular toys that seem to be everywhere! Today I dive into the physics behind these little toys, and what makes them spin so well. Thank you so much for watching this video! If you would like … Continued
I recently acquired some highly reactive sodium metal. This sodium in it’s metal form is highly explosive when it reacts with water. In this video I discuss the science behind sodium metal, and make some big explosions. Thank you so … Continued
The Easter bunny has been one of most iconic symbols of Easter for hundreds of years and the idea hasn’t changed much in that time. In most all cases the Easter Bunny hops around on Easter laying colored hard-boiled eggs … Continued
Today we look at some of the most common methods of water purification and explore the science behind them. Thank you so much for watching this video! If you would like to suggest a video idea please leave it in … Continued
Recently I was in Australia, and I figured it was a great place to learn the physics behind boomerangs. Thank you so much for watching this video! If you would like to suggest a video idea please leave it in … Continued
On shows like Moonshiners, the characters always shake mason jars or bottles with moonshine to determine how much alcohol is in them. So in this video I explore proofing moonshine with a hydrometer, with the shake test, and the old … Continued
Fire is all around us and is very important, but what actually makes things burn? Thank you so much for watching this video! If you would like to suggest a video idea please leave it in the comments, and if … Continued
I’ve always been mesmerized by kinetic sand, and decided to dive into the physics behind it this week. Thank you so much for watching this video! If you would like to suggest a video idea please leave it in the … Continued