Sophie Gowen
For The Curious
Welcome to For The Curious! From biology to psychology, come join us as we delve into the inner workings of the world in our endeavor to gain knowledge and information! Each new episode will cover a different topic in the field of science and will provide information, lots of chaotic ranting, and all around fun times. Feel free to contact us with any questions or requests for episode topics at scienceunscripted13@gmail.com
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Sophie Gowen
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Sep 15, 2026
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Episodes
Cranial Nerves: IX, XI, and XII 15.09.2026 19:39
In this episode we will be going over the glossopharyngeal nerve, the accessory nerve, and the hypoglossal nerve
Cranial Nerves: The Vestibulocochlear Nerve 23.08.2026 24:00
In this episode we will be discussing the eighth cranial nerve.
Cranial Nerves: Trigeminal and Facial 10.08.2026 26:22
This episode will cover the Trigeminal and Facial nerves.
The Cranial Nerves: Optic, Oculomotor, Trochlear, and Abducens 02.08.2026 13:22
This episode will cover the cranial nerves involved with the eye.
Cranial Nerves: Olfactory (I) 26.07.2026 19:39
This episode provides a brief introduction to the first of the cranial nerves, the olfactory nerve.
Ascending and Descending Tracts: The Ins and Outs 18.07.2026 37:11
In this episode we will be diving into the spinal cord, specifically the ascending and descending tracts going through it.
Regeneration: Respect for the Hydras 06.06.2026 36:46
In this episode we will be covering the amazing process of regeneration and admiring the animals capable of regenerative feats along the way.
Caffeine: my legal stimulant of choice 21.05.2026 27:54
In this episode we will be diving into caffeine, specifically focusing on coffee and its effects.
The Respiratory System: everyone take a deep breath in 17.02.2026 25:19
This episode will provide a brief introduction to the respiratory system.
Gluconeogenesis: Another example of the liver being awesome 25.01.2026 43:45
In this episode we will cover all things gluconeogenesis. We will go over the reactions involved and how they are regulated as well as where and why they occur.
Glycolysis: Glucose does what now?! 07.01.2026 21:22
This episode is a very brief overview of the reactions of glycolysis, mostly because I want to do an episode on gluconeogenesis.
Adaptive Immune System: Slowly but Surely 03.01.2026 26:25
This episode covers the adaptive immune system, mainly focusing on B and T cells and the humoral and cell-mediated immune responses.
The Innate Immune System: Your Body's Frontline 29.12.2025 18:32
In this episode we will undergo a brief overview of the innate immune system.
Endocrine System: Stop your crying 25.12.2025 34:52
This podcast will provide a very rapid and brief intro into the wonderful world of the endocrine system. I apologize in advance.
Cholesterol Part 2: Pathophysiology 26.06.2025 55:55
In the second part of the short two part series on cholesterol we are talking about what can go wrong, introducing the pathophysiology of cholesterol.
Cholesterol part 1: physiology 23.06.2025 1:00:22
In the first episode of a two part series on cholesterol we will discuss the physiology of cholesterol in the human body. We will discuss the synthesis and metabolism of cholesterol as well as its transport and the lipoproteins associated with it.
Respiratory Control: Take a deep breath in 18.06.2025 46:34
In this episode we will cover neural respiratory control, the respiratory control centers, respiratory drive, the factors affecting respiratory rhythm, and some pathologies associated respiratory control.
Alkene Addition: the chemistry of carbons getting new friends 26.05.2025 41:37
In this episode we will discuss various mechanisms for addition across the pi bonds of alkenes.
Glutamate: The overachiever of amino acids 09.03.2025 33:36
In this episode we will go over the amino acid neurotransmitter glutamate. We will cover its synthesis, storage, regulation and reuptake, and receptor types.
Atomic Stability: how atoms get their needs met 02.03.2025 23:28
This episode will be a short form where I bring you guys the answers I found to a question I asked.
The Synaptic Vesicle Cycle: Behind the Scenes of Transmission 24.02.2025 1:20:49
In this episode we will be continuing the theme of synaptic transmission by covering the synaptic vesicle cycle.
Neurotransmitters Overview: Chemical text messages 14.02.2025 29:11
In this episode we go through a brief overview of neurotransmitters, such as their life cycle in neurons and the synapse as well as the reason they are used by neurons.
Synaptic Transmission: Where the magic happens 22.01.2025 29:37
In this episode we will continue on our journey delving into the nervous system, focusing specifically on synapses and synaptic transmission.
Action Potentials: The nitty gritty electrical stuff 15.01.2025 30:17
This episode will cover action potentials as a continuation of the series on the nervous system.
Membrane Potentials: A polarizing topic 17.12.2024 37:14
This episode will be the first in a series of episodes focusing on neuroscience. For this episode we will be diving into one of the most fundamental topics for anyone interested in neuroscience, membrane potentials.
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