Vik the Random

This idea came to me in a dream! What is fire, and how does it work? More importantly – does firework? And if so, how does firework work? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lfkjm2YRG-Q https://www.bbc.co.uk/newsround/67288060 And my 7th and 8th grade science class!

We finish up some facts from: ZHONK, SHH SHH GHMMMMMMM The Computer Series We talk about the third type of printer which can be used to print: METAL! We also talk about how cables work, and some of the technology in the most advanced cables that make them extremely powerful. So powerful they can power multiple devices at the same time, while charging a computer. Same sources from last week + https...

You may pay $7 more on your clothing, but are you the only one who really pays more? Or does someone else pay as well? Inspiration for this was the movie: The True Cost (on peacock). This is a small analysis on my part! Original title was: Fast Fashion's Feasability For Our Fellows. Thoughts? I made this podcast for the NYTimes Podcast Challenge, and since I didn't win I get to redistribut...

Here's a hint on the topics of this podcast: Last time I made a podcast with a similar name it was about a 2D printer. Why do I specify? Well - that's your hint. Want to get into 3D printing yourself? Well for one more day, bambu lab is offering a sale on their 3D printers. I like bambu lab because they just work. No extra tinkering needed. I also recommend Onshape for your design work. It takes s...

We talk about the privatization of schools. Are private school vouchers really a good thing? We compare the education system in Chile and talk about the education system in Europe. Tell me what you think - what are your thoughts on the privatization of these schools? Are you okay with higher taxes if it means better free schooling? (Is schooling really free??) https://assembly.malala.org/stories/t...

Stay tuned for more about what's happening inside our country and a finishing to our computer episode (a filling in the gaps?) In today's episode we talk about the conflicts going on in our world today. What is the history behind them, what is happening now, and what are others' thoughts about these conflicts? This is all to give you more information to think about this yourself. Updat...

Sorry – not about butterflies =( I can make one though! Just comment below. In this episode we talk about the Pope, how the pope is chosen, the ladder to climb to become pope, and the pope's responsibilities. Sources: https://vatican.com/The-Vaticans-government/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mybg9QdNJVc https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DNwgh787umM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kF8I_r9XT7A

Ooh maybe I should make a riddle of the week...That'd be cool =) And listen to the end for the answer to the title riddle. We continue our talk on what I learned in Alaska. Last week we talked about the History of the discovery of the climate. This week we talk more about root causes and also – what you can do. Because we won't solve this as individuals. We need to fight on the same level...

Did you get the joke? Here's another hint just so JUNEAU, because if you don't just say "IDAHO, ALASKA!" Don't search it up! It's one my friends and I made up – so you won't find it anywhere else =) I'll tell you in the next episode. All information comes from Zach from Tidelines Institute! Thank you so much!

Need a quick refresher? 1 pager review document: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1cC8abC9_Dv5l7LhuY7XxW3wpbVKZPMl1e9NiFUrE8Pk/edit?tab=t.0 We talk about all the display technologies commonly seen today! We start with backlit displays (LCD, Micro LED, QUANTUM Micro LCD) and then move onto non-backlit displays (OLED, AMOLED, WLED, QLED) and their pros and cons! We also discuss the TRUE CRAB (Mini...

We all know the devastating effects of Microplastics on the environment and on human health. But, there is still a lot of research lacking on how to prevent these microplastics from entering the local ecosystem (at least in our community). So, we tracked the movement of these micro particles to figure out how to stop them. And we won the Stockholm Regional Junior Water Prize for this =) LINK TO TH...

NAILS AND HAIR AND EVOLUTION!!!!! We talk about hair and nails and how they got to where they are on your body! What they are made out of and also why humans have lost their hair over time (Preservation of favorable variations over the decline of unfavorable ones) So sorry for not publishing in the last (has it really been a month? I am really sorry!) I had a lot to do an also got sick at very inc...

The MOTHERBOARD! The part that connects everything else in the computer! Listen to this episode to learn more! Make sure you listen to the other parts in the series before this one! Forgot something? Here's a quick refresher: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1cC8abC9_Dv5l7LhuY7XxW3wpbVKZPMl1e9NiFUrE8Pk/edit?tab=t.0 Sources: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b2pd3Y6aBag&t=248s https://www.y...

Movie production time! We go over the steps of movie making, and brief over the people who make these movies possible! This is an extremely oversimplified version of how movies are made - but it is also still extremely interesting. There is so much work going into these movies - so - I hope you learn some more insights into how these are made. SHARE WITH YOUR FRIENDS! Now available on every stream...

In this episode we finish up our talk on memory. We are adding to what we learned last episode in this series and finishing with SSDs and RAM. We also talk a lot of designing for purpose. What is this items purpose - and how is it designed to fit that purpose? (Headphones v/s Earbuds) Are there any drawbacks to each? I am also creating a google document that summarizes everything in every episode...

It's time for the Finale! We go over all types of instruments in the orchestra and talk about how they create the vibrations that create the sound you hear! Same sources as last week! Just expanded a bit more this time. Like my podcasts? SHARE THEM! I am looking to grow!

Sorry I’m a bit late, Spotify was being a bit weird and wouldn’t let me upload! We are starting another series! This time about the instruments in an orchestra, but also instruments you hear every day and how they work. How they make sound and all the different types of instruments there are! In this episode we start talking about how sound works and I give you a brief intro into the types of inst...

Today we are talking all about STORAGE! Well - at least some of it - we are talking about HDDs. Hard Disk Drive storage. We also talk a little bit about the hierarchy of storage and volatile and non-volatile storage! Make sure to check our previous part of this episode about CPUs and GPUs if you missed that because we will be putting all this together at the end in an ultimate comparison of Mac v/...

Merry Christmas! Make sure to share this episode with your loved ones - they may find a new favorite podcast =) LAST PART OF THIS SERIES! Make sure to listen to (at least) part one before listening to this! In this episode we talk about the last property of water - Dissolves a lot. We talk about why water dissolves table salt. Why can't you see the table salt anymore when you put it in water? We a...

In part two of this series we continue talking about Water! We talk about why it takes so much energy to heat up water compared to air, and why water floats when it is frozen. Remember: Sticky wicky not so hot floats when frozen dissolves a lot! If you are still confused you can comment in Spotify, or just email me a deceit.vestry05@icloud.com! Information from my Science Class!

Surprise! There's an episode today! We are continuing our series on The Computer in this episode. We dive into CPUS and GPUS each of their individual parts, and the difference between them. Please DO Watch Part one of the video (S2 E14) for more context on what we are talking about! (Unless you have a general knowledge on RAM, SSD, HDD, and Display Technology) Here's the video I was talking about...

We are starting ANOTHER SERIES! Get ready for an exciting end of the year! In this new series we are talking about the emergent properties of water! We will be doing a deep dive into what makes water behave the way it does. We will move far past the fact that water is H20. (Yes, it is H20, but what does it mean?) BONUS MATERIAL TO HELP YOU UNDERSTAND HOW THIS WORKS: 3D Model 1 3D Model 2 All of th...

Hey All, Sorry I couldn't publish today, I had a big event yesterday and a Debate Competition today. I have the script ready for recording, so I should be able to record by Wednesday, Latest on Thursday as soon as I get time to. However, because of thanksgiving break I will have more time to publish, so here is a list of expected publishing times! Thursday Nov. 21 (Latest) Sunday Nov. 24 Sunday De...

For some of you I'm publishing the episode earlier than usual? (Like - I'm publishing at 6:00 usually in my time, but because of the shift in time zones, I'm actually publishing earlier) But yes! Confusion indeed! We are talking about DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME! The confusion brought about it, and also - some personal thoughts on it. SOURCES: https://historycooperative.org/who-invented-daylight-savings...

In this episode, we starting a series about the computer and how it works! In this episode we are going to give a brief overview on all the parts in the computer before delving deep into each part in the coming episodes. I will be alternating between publishing an episode in this series with some other episodes as to not frizzle your brains. Please do consider sharing this podcast with others if y...