Episodes 83
Avg. Duration 23m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (8)
Since Oct 2021
Latest Episode Mar 2026

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1 podcast + 2 scientists = 1 nerdy take on the luxury world. LuxeSci is a podcast for the fancy nerds who are curious about the things they love. Two overly curious PhDs discover the science behind everything from fine jewelry, painting, sculpture, fashion, food and drinks and more. Follow along for a deeper understanding of the science behind luxury items and lots of "oh wow, that's cool" moments.

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S2E3 TFK - Season 2 Ep 3: Aquamarine

Mar 24, 2026 17m

It's a new month, which means it's time for new cocktails and a new birthstone. This month we delve into Ben's birthstone, aquamarine. Come and learn with all about this unique beryl gemstone, its…

S2E1 TFK - Season 2 Ep 2: Amethyst

Mar 24, 2026 20m

OK February babies. We didn't forget you, just got a little overwhelmed with other things but we did record an amazingly fun episode about Amethyst.In this episode, we chat about why amethysts are…

S2E1 TFK - Season 2 Ep 1 - Garnet

Mar 24, 2026 35m

Hello LuxeSci fans! This feed has been relatively quiet but we're hopping over at Thirst for Knowledge. The second season of TFK is focused on cocktails and birthstones. Each month, Ben and I drink a…

Thirst for Knowledge - Round 11: Sake

Jun 27, 2025 26m Bonus

Well everyone, it's that time, time to finish off your drinks, pay your tab and call the Uber. It's the last episode of Thirst for Knowledge and this time we tackle an ancient alcohol, sake. Join Dr.…

Thirst for Knowledge: Round 10 - Liqueurs

May 30, 2025 18m Bonus

Welcome to the penultimate episode of Season 1 of Thirst for Knowledge. In this episode we're exploring the wide world of liqueurs. This episode is packed full of information, fun facts and…

Thirst for Knowledge: Round 9 - Tequila

May 06, 2025 22m Bonus

Hi Fancy Folks! Were you one of the many people who enjoyed a Margarita yesterday (for Cinco de Mayo)? Does your idea of a perfect island day involve sipping a margarita on a tropical beach? Even if…

LuxeSci Chats: Chocolate with Nick from Acorn Scientific Marketing

Apr 04, 2025 40m

Welcome back fancy folks! We have another LuxeSci chat for you. In this episode we talk with Nick Gaunt from Acorn Scientific Marketing and we discuss a favorite of both of ours, chocolate!Nick…

Thirst for Knowledge: Round 8 - Absinthe

Mar 28, 2025 32m Bonus

Time for another episode of our sister podcast - Thirst for Knowledge where we drink and learn things.Join us (Ben and Dr. Lex) as we sip some cocktails and discover if there is such a thing as a…

Thirst for Knowledge - Round 7: Whiskey, Scotch, Bourbon

Mar 06, 2025 34m Bonus

Welcome back to Thirst for Knowledge where two nerdy people try to answer all your (and our) questions about your (and our) favorite alcohols.Join Ben and Dr. Lex as they sip some cocktails and…

S4 LuxeSci Chats - Cashmere with Kate Knight

Feb 21, 2025 24m Bonus

Welcome back fancy folks! It's been a little bit since we've posted a LuxeSci chat and we have a great one to share with you today. I'm talking all things fibers and cashmere with Kate Knight.Kate is…

Thirst for Knowledge: Round 6 - Gin

Jan 24, 2025 24m

Welcome back to Thirst for Knowledge where two nerdy people try to answer all your (and our) questions about your (and our) favorite alcohols. We are feeling the fancy vibes in our recording studies…

Thirst for Knowledge - Round 5 - Vodka

Jan 03, 2025 30m

Welcome back to Thirst for Knowledge where two nerdy people try to answer all your (and our) questions about your (and our) favorite alcohols. It's frosty and chilly, at least where one of us lives,…

LuxeSci Chats - Dr Jessica Steier from Unbiased Science

Dec 19, 2024 25m Bonus

LuxeSci is back with another interview and we're super excited about this one. We have been following the Unbiased Science account since the pandemic and it's a go to for us for creative, accurate…

Thirst for Knowledge - Round 4: Champagne

Dec 05, 2024 27m

Welcome back to Thirst for Knowledge where two nerdy people try to answer all your (and our) questions about your (and our) favorite alcohols. Happy Holidays from the Thirst for Knowledge crew! What…

Thirst for Knowledge: Round 3 - Wine

Nov 08, 2024 31m

Welcome back to Thirst for Knowledge where two nerdy people try to answer all your (and our) questions about your (and our) favorite alcohols. This round is wine. Wine has a long and fascinating…

S4E1 LuxeSci Chats - Vampire Facials with Sam from Tiny Matters

Oct 31, 2024 32m

Just like the ghost of your PhD thesis, we're back! This season we're doing something a little different. Dr. Lex is talking to some of our favorite science communicators and podcasters about their…

Thirst for Knowledge: Round 2 - Cider

Oct 18, 2024 27m

Welcome back to Thirst for Knowledge where two nerdy people try to answer all your (and our) questions about your (and our) favorite alcohols. This round is cider. What better beverage to discuss in…

Thirst for Knowledge - Round 1 - Beer

Sep 26, 2024 41m Bonus

LuxeSci and Science Actually present: Thirst for Knowledge Every 3 weeks, Dr. Lex and Ben pour a drink and discuss the history, pop culture and science behind that drink. This is a show for…

LuxeSci Classic - Sculptural Science

Aug 17, 2024 22m Bonus

Summer may be almost done but we're still talking inspiration from our trip to Greece. It seems that no matter where you walk in Greece, you'll trip over some ancient sculpture. There are figures,…

LuxeSci Classics - 2nd Place Silver

Aug 02, 2024 23m Bonus

A continuation of our classic episodes inspired by our recent month long voyage through Greece. This episode is all about silver. In Ioannina, a beautiful city in Northern Greece, there is a museum…

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