Best Axe To Grind Podcast Podcasts (2024)

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A2G345 - Walk Together 2:13:29

24m ago2:13:29

2:13:29

Hardcore self-regulating and occasionally self-immolating. The FYA venue change. The effort to understand each other. Firsts and most recent. Why would ChatGPT lie about a Blood For Blood show? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy AXE TO GRIND PODCAST & Sound Talent Media

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135: Bond, Chemical Bond 22:42

2h ago22:42

22:42

In which we consider what, really, is a chemical bond. Lewis and Langmuir promoted the idea that bonding was sharing of electron pairs. Then we hear about Slater, Hellman, and Ruedenberg's discussion of how covalent bonding works. Kossel and Lewis also introduced ionic bonding. Finally Drude and Lorentz offered metallic bonding. But there are more …

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What to do when you're stuck 17:51

7h ago17:51

17:51

Send us a Text Message. This is episode 16 of Despite the Limits. It is the start of a multi-episode series where I explore six practical steps you can take when you feel stuck or simply cannot seem to get started moving toward your dream. In this episode I present these six steps and provide a brief discussion about each. I will discuss these step…

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A2G344 - R.I.P. St. Vitus 1:08:16

7d ago1:08:16

1:08:16

Mainstay Brooklyn venue St. Vitus has closed its doors for good. From our archives, out of reverence and in memoriam, we offer this recording of A2G Live from St. Vitus. Thanks for the good times. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy AXE TO GRIND PODCAST & Sound Talent Media

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134: Atto-boy! 19:27

4h ago19:27

19:27

In which we talk about the fastest spectroscopy yet, attosecond spectroscopy, which can resolve electrons moving around atoms. The topic begins with Christian Spielmann in 1997, working to get shorter and shorter laser pulses, and continues with Ferenc Krausz. We discuss what you might be able to inspect using these short light pulses, such as how …

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A2G343 - Is Anybody Feeling Me 1:08:02

16d ago1:08:02

1:08:02

FYA; regional kings and queens; genres vs lifestyles; isn't it all woofwoofwoof music; Palm Springs music; getting beat in Erewhon; best/worst reasons to do reunions; more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy AXE TO GRIND PODCAST & Sound Talent Media

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133: A Horse of a Different Color 20:51

16d ago20:51

20:51

Instead of molecules that absorb light based on their molecular orbitals, this episode talks of nanostructures and their materials that refract light based on interference of light waves. We start with Robert Hooke who described this process in his book Micrographia. We continue through Isaac Newton and Lord Rayleigh. We discuss Eli Yablonovitch's …

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An Axe to Grind 14:23

4d ago14:23

14:23

Send us a Text Message. This is episode 15. The summer heat had me thinking about a trip my wife and I took to Alaska’s Kenai Peninsula last summer. One memorable part was a kayak trip in Moose Pass, where there is a water wheel with a grindstone and a sign that reads, “Moose Pass is a peaceful little town, if you have an axe to grind, do it here.”…

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A2G342 - Get Flea On the Phone! 1:14:09

7d ago1:14:09

1:14:09

A long time is spent on 00s shock-rockers. And some attention is given to the correct way to handle grievances with total strangers. And some time is devoted to Dave Navarro's vest and why the Live reunion didn't happen. But mostly we talk hardcore. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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132: Name Dropping 22:09

9d ago22:09

22:09

This episode concerns the phenomenon in organic chemistry of classifying a set of similar reactions by a single umbrella name. Most named reactions honor a person, but not always. We discuss the early history of named reactions from the 1870s onward. We then talk about the slant of named reactions towards white men, and away from other people, and …

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A2G341 - Suffer, New Guy, Suffer! 2:11:18

16d ago2:11:18

2:11:18

Kevin from PUBLIC OPINION joins us to discuss the limits of DIY. Also, how big does a band have to be to be of help to another? Have we made touring too hard? Is there still juice in the fruit of 'hardcore adjacent?' And the power of small-city hardcore scenes for the touring bands of the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/…

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131: From Fluor to Ceiling 22:23

16d ago22:23

22:23

Polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS, seem to be ubiquitous now in the environment and the news. In this episode I delve into why chemists found these compounds so fascinating and useful. Then I discuss some history of how the world finally learned how dangerous these compounds can be if used and disposed of improperly. Finally I talk of some possib…

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Three Steps to Making a Difficult Decision 19:22

1M ago19:22

19:22

Send us a Text Message. This is episode 14 and is a continuation of the decision making theme from episode 13 where we talked about choices, decisions, and consequences. In this episode I discuss a way to approach difficult decisions. Not necessarily the way, but a way. Here are three practical steps we can take when facing difficult decisions? (1)…

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A2G340 - Recappin' Or Just Cappin'? 1:46:10

1M ago1:46:10

1:46:10

Hardcore is pretty ripping in 2024, and we have the receipts to prove it. Talking about our time at Sound & Fury, the Have Heart shows, and more. Also, behind-the-scenes on who should headline what. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy AXE TO GRIND PODCAST & Sound Talent Media

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130: I Have an Axe to Grind 22:05

23d ago22:05

22:05

Mechanochemistry, using purely mechanical processes to run a reaction, is much less known in the chemical world, but has been around since the ancient Greek Theophrastus described a mechanochemical process. We describe the history of mechanochemistry from then through its rediscovery by Michael Faraday, and the first systematic attempts to understa…

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A2G339 - Overexposed! 1:28:53

1M ago1:28:53

1:28:53

Before next week's Sound & Fury on-the-ground reporting, we bring you a cautionary episode about being the local workhorse band, saying dumb things, being TOO present in listeners' minds, and taking the Gaga money. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy AXE TO GRIND PODCAST & Sound Talent Media

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129: Sheets and Giggles 21:17

1M ago21:17

21:17

In which we learn of the history of graphite, its molecular structure, and electrical properties. Then we discuss the isolation of thinner and thinner layers of graphite through the mid-to-late 20th century. The first isolation of a single atomic layer of graphite, called graphene, was accomplished in 2004 by Andre Geim and Konstantin Novoselov, wh…

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Choices, Decisions, and Consequences 16:49

2M ago16:49

16:49

Send us a Text Message. Welcome to episode 13 of Despite the Limits. In this episode I talk about choices, decisions, and consequences. This idea came from my reflection of the decision to evacuate from Aransas Pass on the Texas coast to escape the potential impact from Hurricane Beryl. I explore some of the philosophy behind making decisions, why …

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A2G338 - Out of Touch, Out of Time 1:51:53

2M ago1:51:53

1:51:53

Would you like to play a game? Bob plays the role of Jigsaw from the Saw movies and subjects Tom and Patrick to a mental blood sport. Will they make it out of this house of horrors? Tons of music, new and old, is recommended for your ears. Also, MTV VJs in retirement, and the appeal of listening to two grown men bicker. Do a kindness for a guy who …

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128: Heavy, Man, Heavy! 31:19

1M ago31:19

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With this episode, we complete our history of the discovery of the elements (up through writing this episode). We talk of elements 110 through 118, completing that row of the Periodic Table, and the various experiments that the major heavy-ion research facilities in Russia, Germany, the USA, and Japan, were doing. We begin to hear of collaboration …

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A2G337 - Cash Is King 1:32:52

2M ago1:32:52

1:32:52

Tom on a solo mission while Pat and Bob are on assignment in Europe. Tom is joined by Bob Wilson (FYA, Philly SXE, a lot of bands) and Greg Falchetto (Manalapan SXE, lots of bands, NJHC shows) to discuss all things booking. Played some "Keep One, Lose One", how to start out booking shows and, most crucially, the importance of bringing cash to shows…

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127: Black is Beautiful 22:04

2M ago22:04

22:04

In which we discuss the entry of People of Color into chemistry, mostly in the USA. We start with the first Black to get an Ph.D. in Chemistry in the USA, St. Elmo Brady, and work forward through the 1940s through the 1960s. We discuss various organizations to assist people of color in chemistry (and other sciences), such as NOBCChE, SACNAS, AISES,…

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Cascading Failure 17:21

2M ago17:21

17:21

Send us a Text Message. In this episode I talk about cascading failure. What is a cascading failure? It is a failure in a system of interconnected parts where the failure of one-part leads to the failure of other parts and grows progressively until a catastrophic event occurs. Unfortunately, I learned about them because I experienced one while park…

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A2G336 - So International 1:51:01

2M ago1:51:01

1:51:01

Who is gonna pop this summer? Can European metal push a man into the arms of Youth Crew? Are hardcore bands getting paid less than they should be relative to their non-hc contemporaries? Seattle or San Diego? Boston or DC? Los Angeles or the Bay? And a premiere from Gothenburg's SIDESTEP! That's in Sweden, you ignoramuses! Learn more about your ad …

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126: Run of the Mill 22:27

2M ago22:27

22:27

In which we talk of a huge problem currently plaguing chemistry (and science in general), the "paper mill," in which researchers pay to get their name attached to others' publications, or they write fraudulent publications and pay to get them in print. We hear of a Chinese firm discovered to be such a broker, possible reasons why chemists would fak…

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A2G335 - Is It a Team Sport? 1:26:55

2M ago1:26:55

1:26:55

Should hardcore bands have a 'team' and, if so, should they ever use the word 'team' for any reason, ever? Also, bands taking stances, and all that comes with it. And what do musicians do AFTER? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy AXE TO GRIND PODCAST & Sound Talent Media

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125: Das Model 23:29

2M ago23:29

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Here we discuss all sorts of kits chemists use to build models of different molecules. We start with the pre-molecule set built for John Dalton, and then we hear of August von Hofmann's set for lecture demonstrations. We talk of John Dewar's brass constructions, and then to Tinkertoy-like setups in the 20th century. Plastic first appears in molecul…

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Failure is not your enemy. 17:05

3M ago17:05

17:05

Send us a Text Message. I recently had the opportunity to present the commencement address to the Johnston County Virtual Academy Class of 2024. Given only five minutes to share, I determined I could only make one point so I chose to talk about failure. In this episode, I share the message with you as well as share content that didn’t make it to th…

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A2G334 - Do They Owe Us A Good Show? (Of Course They Do!) 50:56

3M ago50:56

50:56

What does a band OWE you? A good performance? Songs you recognize? Fun? And what happens if they don't deliver? Also, is it time you bought a bearded lizard? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy AXE TO GRIND PODCAST & Sound Talent Media

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124: Lumen Large 20:39

3M ago20:39

20:39

Our history of LEDs continues with the entry of LEDs into commercial lighting. We talk of different ways to get white light out of LEDs, and materials for white-light LEDs. We briefly discuss color temperature because there are different kinds of white. Then we hear of the publication of an article in 2000 that consolidated thinking about home usag…

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A2G233 - Robocop Reporting For Duty 1:22:51

3M ago1:22:51

1:22:51

Bob returns from New Detroit to spin yarns about the mythic Tied Down Fest, while Tom reports from the center of a Knocked Loose pit, and Patrick broadcasts from a chicken coop. Topics include big touring slowing down; getting out while the gettin is good; hating J. Mascis; how we report on ourselves; women's basketball. Learn more about your ad ch…

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123: Setting the Ground Rules 21:51

3M ago21:51

21:51

This episode gives a basic review of geochemistry, starting with pioneers such as Christian Friedrich Schönbein, Frank Wigglesworth Clarke, and thence into the 20th century, especially Victor Goldschmidt. We hear about the development of geochemical societies around the world, then we talk about various subfields of geochemistry. The question of "w…

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A2G232 - See You In the COD Lobby, MFer! 1:31:00

3M ago1:31:00

1:31:00

Settling beefs through Esports; wandering into other people's problems; and are you being gatekept from the good shows and tours... hard to know. PLUS a PREMIERE from Chicago's own PORCUPINE! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy AXE TO GRIND PODCAST & Sound Talent Media

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122: Catch the 'Wave 20:15

3M ago20:15

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Even though the potential for using microwaves to do chemistry was there since 1946, it wasn't until the late 1970s that the first use of microwaves in the chemistry laboratory appeared. This episode covers the development of microwave chemistry from moisture analyzers to significant study of reactions, and then finally laboratory-standard microwav…

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The Man in the Arena 17:34

3M ago17:34

17:34

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, I take a look at President Teddy Roosevelt’s famous quote from his speech, “Citizenship in a Republic” better known as “The Man in the Arena” speech. Today it seems easy to not risk doing something we love or take a risk on a new venture, especially in our divided times. Perhaps considering the words and the…

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A2G231 - Sex w/ a Duck 1:15:56

3M ago1:15:56

1:15:56

Questions that will rock you to your CORE. Also, being loud online: the pros and cons. And is the 80s perverted? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy AXE TO GRIND PODCAST & Sound Talent Media

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