Carmen Talks Air
Science-based podcast on the quality of the air we breathe and how it affects our health. Presented by a science educator who cares a lot about the air we breathe.
Podcasting since 2025 • 12 episodes
Carmen Talks Air
Latest Episodes
Episode 12: Air Pollution During Times of War
SOURCES:Björnham, O., Grahn, H., von Schoenberg, P., Waleij, A., Liljedahl, B., & Brännström, N. (2017, November 7). The 2016 Al-Mishraq Sulphur Plant Fire: Source and Risk Area Estimation. arXiv.org. https://arxiv.org/abs/1611.0383...
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Episode 11: The Day the the Sky Turned Orange in NYC
Where were you the day the sky turned orange? If you were in New York City on the afternoon of June 7th, I’m sure you remember how strange and eerie that whole experience was. On this episode, we reflect on the June 2023 wildfire smoke event in...
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Episode 10: What Is Particulate Matter?
So tiny you can't see it, particulate matter is the most harmful air pollutant on our planet. Much smaller than a grain of sand, and capable of causing short and long-term harm, particulate matter is usually the cause for most air quality advis...
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Episode 9: Air Quality and Health
It’s easy to think about air as invisible and inconsequential, simply because its always there, but it’s anything but. Every single time you take a breath, you’re taking in much more than just oxygen—you’re inhaling a mix of particles, gases, a...
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Episode 8: Air Purification Basics
Welcome to episode 8! We’re diving into the basics of air purification, offering you practical, science-backed information on how to make the air you breathe cleaner, whether you’re on a tight budget or ready to invest in advanced solutions. I’...
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