#225
Melissa and Jam take a break from traditional chemistry topics to delve into chemistry-related stories from Reddit. They discuss a funny sunscreen mishap, give advice to a student struggling in chemistry, and navigate complex interpersonal situations involving TA duties and friend dynamics. Throughout the episode, they provide insightful commentary and useful advice, all while keeping the conversation light and engaging. They also promote their new 'chemist Tree' holiday sweater and remind listeners of the importance of supporting their show.
00:00 Introduction and Holiday Sweater Promotion
01:57 Reddit Stories: Chemists and Academia
04:23 Reddit Story: Sunscreen Mishap
10:14 Reddit Story: Office Hours Tips
14:29 Reddit Story: Organic Chemistry Lab Etiquette
15:58 The Backpack Incident
16:25 Student's Mental Struggles
17:01 Lab Safety and Regulations
17:52 Handling Student Complaints
19:07 Empathy and Support for Students
23:00 Navigating Negative Feedback
23:48 Sharing Notes and Tutoring Ethics
32:37 Final Thoughts and Community Engagement
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