Various practices of mindfulness, which emphasize paying attention to the present moment, have gained enormous popularity in efforts to reduce stress and improve mental well being. Many studies have shown […]
Perceiving cheese
When we eat delicious Wisconsin cheese, what is the story our senses tell us? At the Center for Dairy Research at UW-Madison, dairy producers and researchers work together to create […]
How to build a coral skeleton
Coral reefs cover only 1% of the ocean, but they’re essential for healthy ocean ecosystems, and for protecting us on land from damage from the impact of waves. According to […]
Emily, the Environment, and Emily
On tonight’s episode of Perpetual Notion Machine host Emily Morris talks with Emily Spilman from the Environmental Working Group. We talk about the ingredients in personal care and cleaning products […]
Perpetual Notion Machine turns 25!
Welcome to this special edition of the Perpetual Notion Machine for our 25th Anniversary! We took a break from our normal guest interview format to talk all about community science […]
Get inside your bread
Our favorite breads and pastries have arrived at their distinctive flavors and textures through years of experimentation in the kitchen, finding the right ingredients and sequence of handling to get […]