https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/citr-my-science-project-2008--4254037enSociety & CultureCopyright CiTR & Discorder Magazinehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/images.spreaker.com/nuvolari-assets/blue_square_mic.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/citr-my-science-project-2008--4254037Wed, 15 Mar 2023 21:19:07 +0000CiTR & Discorder MagazineCiTR & Discorder Magazinefeeds@spreaker.comZoom a little zoom on the My Science Project rocket ship, piloted by your hosts, Julia and Anne, as we navigate eccentric, under-exposed, always relevant and plainly cool scientific research, technology and poetry (submissions welcome).cleanepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-science-project-07-aug-2008--23553974
Julia and Anne will be taking a sabbatical leave and hope to be back on air in about one year.

You can continue to reach us on myscienceprojectradio@yahoo.ca

My Science Project (and other great CiTR programming) will continue to be available as podcasts on www.citr.ca]]>http://playlist.citr.ca/podcasting/audio/2008/20080807-170200-to-20080807-180200.mp3Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:02:00 +0000CiTR & Discorder MagazineThis Ta-Ta-For-Now show is made up of some of our favourite clips of the last 12 months and a scientific look at kicking the MSP habit, complete with tips on beating the cravings. Julia and Anne will be taking a sabbatical leave and hope to be back...
Julia and Anne will be taking a sabbatical leave and hope to be back on air in about one year.

You can continue to reach us on myscienceprojectradio@yahoo.ca

My Science Project (and other great CiTR programming) will continue to be available as podcasts on www.citr.ca]]>3593cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-science-project-15-may-2008--23554158http://playlist.citr.ca/podcasting/audio/2008/20080515-170230-to-20080515-180500.mp3Fri, 16 May 2008 00:02:30 +0000CiTR & Discorder MagazineAmong other tasty science tidbits, this week's show explores diet, exercise and longevity. In between, we spin tracks from Hip Hop outfit The Flobots!3743cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-science-project-01-may-2008--23554153
For $400: 20% of scientists use these drugs to enhance focus.

For $600: When the count is 3-2, experienced umpires are most likely to make this call next.

For $800: Musikalische W?rfelspiele was enjoyed by Mozart and is an early example of this type of art.

My Science Project has all the questions and more.]]>http://playlist.citr.ca/podcasting/audio/2008/20080501-171300-to-20080501-180224.mp3Fri, 02 May 2008 00:13:00 +0000CiTR & Discorder MagazineFor $200: Your theme song may be "Eye of the Tiger", but this device will let you know whether it's in or out. For $400: 20% of scientists use these drugs to enhance focus. For $600: When the count is 3-2, experienced umpires are most likely to make...
For $400: 20% of scientists use these drugs to enhance focus.

For $600: When the count is 3-2, experienced umpires are most likely to make this call next.

For $800: Musikalische W?rfelspiele was enjoyed by Mozart and is an early example of this type of art.

My Science Project has all the questions and more.]]>2959cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-science-project-17-apr-2008--23553922http://playlist.citr.ca/podcasting/audio/2008/20080417-170230-to-20080417-180200.mp3Fri, 18 Apr 2008 00:02:30 +0000CiTR & Discorder MagazineAs Earth Day approacheth, we explore the latest in sustainable science stories - and take a detour to confront a universally-hated aspect of the banana.3563cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-science-project-03-apr-2008--23554164Oh, science! Tell us some answers!]]>http://playlist.citr.ca/podcasting/audio/2008/20080403-170900-to-20080403-180100.mp3Fri, 04 Apr 2008 00:09:00 +0000CiTR & Discorder MagazineOh, kinky octopus! What do you do with all those tentacles? Oh, sushi industry! What are you doing with all that tuna? Oh, science! Tell us some answers!Oh, science! Tell us some answers!]]>3113cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-science-project-20-mar-2008--23556599
Plus:
Geek Pop Festival 2008!
Richard Feynman on bongos!
Giant Isopods!]]>http://playlist.citr.ca/podcasting/audio/2008/20080320-170600-to-20080320-180200.mp3Fri, 21 Mar 2008 00:06:00 +0000CiTR & Discorder MagazineScientists are mad-skilled at the bench, but we've got other talents! This week's show celebrates the musically inclined scientist. Also, I explore skills that scientists should have but often don't in an interview with Dr. Derrick Rancourt of the...
Plus:
Geek Pop Festival 2008!
Richard Feynman on bongos!
Giant Isopods!]]>3353cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/broadcast-on-06-mar-2008--23554156http://playlist.citr.ca/podcasting/audio/2008/20080306-170223-to-20080306-180000.mp3Fri, 07 Mar 2008 01:02:23 +0000CiTR & Discorder MagazineBy way of an interview with UBC post-doc Jennifer Gardy, we get a peak into the making of CBC's ProjectX, some of the upcoming shows & how to become a science TV presenter. We also examine some of the latest research that asks whether women really are...3451cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-science-project-21-feb-2008--23553988Tenuous Pepe Lepew accents aside, inspired by Valentine's Day 2008, this week's show looks at the science of attraction, love and sex complimented by music that is theme a-propos!]]>http://playlist.citr.ca/podcasting/audio/2008/20080221-165940-to-20080221-180100.mp3Fri, 22 Feb 2008 00:59:40 +0000CiTR & Discorder MagazineOOoo, you ahr zo cute, ma leetle CiTR list'nehr! What ees eet zat I find zo appealing about you, eh? Ees eet your symmetrical face zat I cannot see from zee on-air booth? Your immuno-compatible parfum zat travels to CiTR from afar? M-wah! m'WAH!!...Tenuous Pepe Lepew accents aside, inspired by Valentine's Day 2008, this week's show looks at the science of attraction, love and sex complimented by music that is theme a-propos!]]>3672cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/broadcast-on-07-feb-2008--23556364http://playlist.citr.ca/podcasting/audio/2008/20080207-170100-to-20080207-180100.mp3Fri, 08 Feb 2008 01:01:00 +0000CiTR & Discorder MagazineBlack History Month inspired us to spotlight black scientists and inventors who, against all odds, made enormous contributions to everything from heart surgery to steam engines. Then, we check out those male-killing ladybugs and consider the hazards...3593cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-science-project-24-jan-2008--23554116http://playlist.citr.ca/podcasting/audio/2008/20080124-170230-to-20080124-180100.mp3Fri, 25 Jan 2008 01:02:30 +0000CiTR & Discorder MagazineKiller Monkeys! Therapeutic viruses! Sequence your genome for fun and profit! Just a taste of the best science reported over the past year and reviewed on this week's show.3504cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-science-project-10-jan-2008--23553991http://playlist.citr.ca/podcasting/audio/2008/20080110-171400-to-20080110-180000.mp3Fri, 11 Jan 2008 01:14:00 +0000CiTR & Discorder MagazineIn the first half of the show UBC's Prof Max Cynader talks about how to maintain a youthful brain. This is followed by local science-y events, a trio of animal tales and a little trick with a radish.2755cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-science-project-27-dec-2007--23553983http://playlist.citr.ca/podcasting/audio/2007/20071227-170000-to-20071227-180200.mp3Fri, 28 Dec 2007 01:00:00 +0000CiTR & Discorder MagazineNow something of an annual MSP tradition, our holiday show draws inspiration from the science underlying the more stressful aspects of Christmastime (and other) celebrations and circumstances.3712cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-science-project-13-dec-2007--23554173
We also find out why pregnant women don't fall over, why quitting can be good for you and why thinking about religion or civic responsibility can make you more generous. Oh, and some gift ideas for your favourite science geek.]]>http://playlist.citr.ca/podcasting/audio/2007/20071213-170518-to-20071213-180216.mp3Fri, 14 Dec 2007 01:05:18 +0000CiTR & Discorder MagazineThere is an extensive repertoire of music derived from genetic and protein sequences. The sound is quirky and not-so-danceable, but a close listen can tell us a thing or two about the proteins themselves. We also find out why pregnant women don't...
We also find out why pregnant women don't fall over, why quitting can be good for you and why thinking about religion or civic responsibility can make you more generous. Oh, and some gift ideas for your favourite science geek.]]>3411cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-science-project-29-nov-2007--23556603Is the mythical chupacabra real??
Can drinking clean water kill you?!
The truth about carbohydrates!
How science can improve the earning power of sex workers!
....that, Stompin' Tom, Edwin Starr, and more]]>http://playlist.citr.ca/podcasting/audio/2007/20071129-170245-to-20071129-180200.mp3Fri, 30 Nov 2007 01:02:45 +0000CiTR & Discorder MagazineThis show shifts through the weird and unusual science articles and news that have recently passed by Julia's inbox: Is the mythical chupacabra real?? Can drinking clean water kill you?! The truth about carbohydrates! How science can improve the...Is the mythical chupacabra real??
Can drinking clean water kill you?!
The truth about carbohydrates!
How science can improve the earning power of sex workers!
....that, Stompin' Tom, Edwin Starr, and more]]>3549cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-science-project-15-nov-2007--23556365http://playlist.citr.ca/podcasting/audio/2007/20071115-170300-to-20071115-180100.mp3Fri, 16 Nov 2007 01:03:00 +0000CiTR & Discorder MagazineTechnical chaos notwithstanding, this is a fun show featuring music and an interview with The Amygdaloids and then tales of animal nepotism that make me feel OK about blatantly promoting music produced by my brother (Kids Eat Crayons) and tunes...3474cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-science-project-01-nov-2007--23556353On this week's show:
Weirdest! Science! Experiments! Ever!
Plus: Is there a "God Spot" in the brain???
All wrapped up with creepy musics and The Great Pumpkin]]>http://playlist.citr.ca/podcasting/audio/2007/20071101-171000-to-20071101-181000.mp3Fri, 02 Nov 2007 00:10:00 +0000CiTR & Discorder MagazineHappy Hallowe'en and All Saints Day, Kids! On this week's show: Weirdest! Science! Experiments! Ever! Plus: Is there a "God Spot" in the brain??? All wrapped up with creepy musics and The Great PumpkinOn this week's show:
Weirdest! Science! Experiments! Ever!
Plus: Is there a "God Spot" in the brain???
All wrapped up with creepy musics and The Great Pumpkin]]>3592cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-science-project-18-oct-2007--23554216http://playlist.citr.ca/podcasting/audio/2007/20071018-172600-to-20071018-180100.mp3Fri, 19 Oct 2007 00:26:00 +0000CiTR & Discorder MagazineIt's award season in ScienceLand and so this show will take a look at the winners of both the Nobel and the Ig Noble Prizes. As well, we dig up and discuss a scientific study that tests the "5 Second Rule". And so much more.2096cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/broadcast-on-20-sep-2007--23553996http://playlist.citr.ca/podcasting/audio/2007/20070920-170200-to-20070920-180100.mp3Fri, 21 Sep 2007 00:02:00 +0000CiTR & Discorder MagazineFirst, a study that tests the hypothesis that rockstars really do live fast and die young. Then onto the latest and greatest in heart research, including a report on this year's Lasker Award winners, and interview with UBC's team iDoll - a student...3533cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-science-project-06-sep-2007--23556608We investigate your burning questions including: Why is yawning contagious? How do we do it? What's so special about human yawning compared to other animals?
Plus, Iggy Pop! The Tragically Hip! Les Savy Fav!
While you may catch yourself in a sympathetic yawn, this show sure won't put you to sleep!]]>http://playlist.citr.ca/podcasting/audio/2007/20070906-170038-to-20070906-180130.mp3Fri, 07 Sep 2007 00:00:38 +0000CiTR & Discorder MagazineJoin your host, Julia, for a show that's "a real yawn"! We investigate your burning questions including: Why is yawning contagious? How do we do it? What's so special about human yawning compared to other animals? Plus, Iggy Pop! The Tragically Hip!...We investigate your burning questions including: Why is yawning contagious? How do we do it? What's so special about human yawning compared to other animals?
Plus, Iggy Pop! The Tragically Hip! Les Savy Fav!
While you may catch yourself in a sympathetic yawn, this show sure won't put you to sleep!]]>3645cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-science-project-09-aug-2007--23554276http://playlist.citr.ca/podcasting/audio/2007/20070809-170000-to-20070809-180500.mp3Fri, 10 Aug 2007 00:00:00 +0000CiTR & Discorder MagazineI'm the internet, you're the internet - and the internet's in trouble! A neutral net means the web is free and open for all of us. But internet service providers want to charge more and limit access. Find out why and what you can do to SOW (save our...3891cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-science-project-12-jul-2007--23553982http://playlist.citr.ca/podcasting/audio/2007/20070712-171155-to-20070712-180308.mp3Fri, 13 Jul 2007 00:11:55 +0000CiTR & Discorder MagazineAt long last, poo gets its time in the spotlight. Caterpillars fling it, fuel cells are powered by it, researchers analyze it. We feature an interview with Dr Michael Russello who describes what tiger poo can tell us about population dynamics of an...3068cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-science-project-28-jun-2007--23553867http://playlist.citr.ca/podcasting/audio/2007/20070628-170056-to-20070628-180424.mp3Fri, 29 Jun 2007 00:00:56 +0000CiTR & Discorder MagazineThanks to the miracle of telecommunication, Anne and Julia meet on-air to explore the molecular basis of flavour, the decay rate of beer froth and the culinary experiments of two molecular gastronomists - Dominique and Cindy Duby of Wild Sweets...3801cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-science-project-broadcast-on-14-jun-2007--23556406
Darth Vader is our common thread for this week's show, which celebrates Father's Day as well as the 30th anniversary of the cinematic debut of the very first Star Wars film.

Wookie cookies! Yoda rap! Dad science!]]>http://playlist.citr.ca/podcasting/audio/2007/20070614-171430-to-20070614-180400.mp3Fri, 15 Jun 2007 00:14:30 +0000CiTR & Discorder MagazineLightsabres out, kids! Darth Vader is our common thread for this week's show, which celebrates Father's Day as well as the 30th anniversary of the cinematic debut of the very first Star Wars film. Wookie cookies! Yoda rap! Dad science!
Darth Vader is our common thread for this week's show, which celebrates Father's Day as well as the 30th anniversary of the cinematic debut of the very first Star Wars film.

Wookie cookies! Yoda rap! Dad science!]]>2965cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-science-project-31-may-2007--23554289http://playlist.citr.ca/podcasting/audio/2007/20070531-170620-to-20070531-180330.mp3Fri, 01 Jun 2007 00:06:20 +0000CiTR & Discorder MagazineAs a post-PhD (postdoctoral) scientist, you now have a "license to research": but then what? As hired research guns, postdocs typically do the bulk of the lab work as well as manage the lab and supervise students. But in most cases, job security,...3423cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-science-project-17-may-2007--23556642http://playlist.citr.ca/podcasting/audio/2007/20070517-165900-to-20070517-180800.mp3Thu, 17 May 2007 23:59:00 +0000CiTR & Discorder MagazineGreetings from the Planet Earth! Explore the intergalactic music of the Voyager spacecrafts' stellar "Golden Record" while learning about "motherese", and why it's unwise to have a TV in your bedroom!4132cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-science-project-03-may-2007--23554300Virus+Fungus+Plants = heat tolerant menage a trois. Sizzlin' !
Vanessa Auld on fruitfly nervous systems.
Nap your way to a better memory.
With a special thanks to "The Wizard of Oz".]]>http://playlist.citr.ca/podcasting/audio/2007/20070503-170041-to-20070503-180131.mp3Fri, 04 May 2007 00:00:41 +0000CiTR & Discorder MagazineScience blogs in the news. Virus+Fungus+Plants = heat tolerant menage a trois. Sizzlin' ! Vanessa Auld on fruitfly nervous systems. Nap your way to a better memory. With a special thanks to "The Wizard of Oz".Virus+Fungus+Plants = heat tolerant menage a trois. Sizzlin' !
Vanessa Auld on fruitfly nervous systems.
Nap your way to a better memory.
With a special thanks to "The Wizard of Oz".]]>3644cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-science-project-19-apr-2007--23554196http://playlist.citr.ca/podcasting/audio/2007/20070419-165900-to-20070419-180500.mp3Thu, 19 Apr 2007 23:59:00 +0000CiTR & Discorder MagazineFor Earth Day, April 22 - An interview with Sir Harry Kroto, Nobel Laureate in Chemistry, who talks about the doing of science and its impact on our world. Plus, the UN's Climate Change Report, Jet Planes, Biodiesel, Gorillaz and The Prodigy:...3952cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-science-project-05-apr-2007--23554107www.inklingmagazine.com) editors Anne Casselman & Anna Gosline, M.J. candidate Jeffrey Helm, and the Science Creative Quarterly editor (http://scq.ubc.ca) Dave Ng.]]>http://playlist.citr.ca/podcasting/audio/2007/20070405-170000-to-20070405-180000.mp3Fri, 06 Apr 2007 00:00:00 +0000CiTR & Discorder MagazineInterviews with Inkling Magazine (www.inklingmagazine.com) editors Anne Casselman & Anna Gosline, M.J. candidate Jeffrey Helm, and the Science Creative Quarterly editor (http://scq.ubc.ca) Dave Ng.www.inklingmagazine.com) editors Anne Casselman & Anna Gosline, M.J. candidate Jeffrey Helm, and the Science Creative Quarterly editor (http://scq.ubc.ca) Dave Ng.]]>3592cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-science-project-22-mar-2007--23554028http://playlist.citr.ca/podcasting/audio/2007/20070322-170100-to-20070322-180600.mp3Fri, 23 Mar 2007 00:01:00 +0000CiTR & Discorder MagazineI'm the internet, you're the internet - and the internet's in trouble! A neutral net means the web is free and open for all of us. But internet service providers want to charge more and limit access. Find out why and what you can do to SOW (save our...3894cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-science-project-08-mar-2007--23556636http://playlist.citr.ca/podcasting/audio/2007/20070308-170358-to-20070308-180150.mp3Fri, 09 Mar 2007 01:03:58 +0000CiTR & Discorder MagazineA look at the genetics of sex and the effect of negative stereotypes on women's performance in math. An interview with Amanda Smith, president of SCWIST (Society of Canadian Women in Science and Technology).3465cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-science-project-broadcast-on-22-feb-2007--23554032http://playlist.citr.ca/podcasting/audio/2007/20070222-170000-to-20070222-180000.mp3Fri, 23 Feb 2007 01:00:00 +0000CiTR & Discorder MagazineIf you've ever dry-cleaned clothes or needed an emergency blood transfusion, then you can thank Black scientists! Find out the origin of the expression "The Real McCoy". Hear from Dr. Lynette Sigola, a B.C.-based contemporary Black scientist and...3592cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-science-project-08-feb-2007--23554222Andy Warhol on Mosquitoes
Richard Wilbur on Mayflies
Prof Judith Myers on Caterpillars
Karl Von Frisch on Bee Dancing
&
A Recipe for Worm (yes worm) Banana Bread]]>http://playlist.citr.ca/podcasting/audio/2007/20070208-170221-to-20070208-175900.mp3Fri, 09 Feb 2007 01:02:21 +0000CiTR & Discorder MagazineTom Waits on Insect behaviour Andy Warhol on Mosquitoes Richard Wilbur on Mayflies Prof Judith Myers on Caterpillars Karl Von Frisch on Bee Dancing & A Recipe for Worm (yes worm) Banana BreadAndy Warhol on Mosquitoes
Richard Wilbur on Mayflies
Prof Judith Myers on Caterpillars
Karl Von Frisch on Bee Dancing
&
A Recipe for Worm (yes worm) Banana Bread]]>3394cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-science-project-25-jan-2007--23554244http://playlist.citr.ca/podcasting/audio/2007/20070125-170000-to-20070125-180000.mp3Fri, 26 Jan 2007 01:00:00 +0000CiTR & Discorder MagazineA non-exhaustive (of course) look at the year in science.3592cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/broadcast-on-11-jan-2007--23554318http://playlist.citr.ca/podcasting/audio/2007/20070111-170502-to-20070111-180013.mp3Fri, 12 Jan 2007 01:05:02 +0000CiTR & Discorder MagazineWhat is sound ? How do you break a glass with your voice ? Is silence possible ? How does the theremin work ? Beach boys ! Portishead ! Stradivari string instruments !3304cleanfull