Join host Dianna Cowern as she puts her MIT physics degree to the test. With experiments, demonstrations, and cool new discoveries, Physics Girl sheds new light on the fun, adventurous side of physical science.
Episodes
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Episode 27, Season 1
Exploding soda cans with electromagnets in SLOW MOTION ft Joe HansonWatch a soda can rip itself apart in a fiery explosion!7:55 -
Episode 32, Season 1
Does height matter in sports?What are the scientific reasons that certain sports attract tall or short athletes?6:35 -
Episode 31, Season 1
What are antibubbles?Learn how to make antibubbles and the science behind these fun, unusual spheres.6:11 -
Episode 30, Season 1
Can you solve this pier puzzle?This math brainteaser challenges you to find a simple solution to a complex problem!4:58 -
Episode 29, Season 1
How to shrink a quarter with electricityHow an 8000V electromagnet can be used to shrink a quarter.7:48 -
Episode 28, Season 1
Should you go to Mars? ft Bill NyeWould you take a trip to Mars knowing the risks? What if it were a one way trip?9:04 -
Episode 26, Season 1
World's Easiest DIY Electric TrainHow do you take copper wire, a battery and magnets and make electric train?5:44 -
Episode 25, Season 1
How SMOOTHNESS of a SOCCER BALL affects curveCurving and bending a ball using the magnus effect is common in every sport.5:44 -
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Episode 23, Season 1
How science explains monster wavesEnormous, spontaneous waves in the open ocean were once the tall tales of sailors.5:49 -
Episode 22, Season 1
Could you replace your eye with a camera?How does the eye compare to a camera?5:37 -
Episode 21, Season 1
How does laser cooling work?How can light be used to cool atoms and molecules?5:27 -
Episode 20, Season 1
Can you call a cell phone in the microwave?Do cell phones placed in a microwave still receive signals?7:05 -
Episode 19, Season 1
Is energy always conserved?Light passing through the universe is "shifted" into cooler colors, but how?5:16 -
Episode 18, Season 1
Quantum Cryptography ExplainedWith recent high-profile security cases, encryption is more important than ever.7:47 -
Episode 17, Season 1
Why do we care about gravitational waves?Why are gravitational waves such a historic discovery?4:29 -
Episode 16, Season 1
Five Weird Ways to Put Out a CandleTry these five unusual ways to extinguish a candle.5:04 -
Episode 15, Season 1
The Black Hole Death ProblemBlack holes are not as black as we once thought.4:48 -
Episode 14, Season 1
Can you push a spacecraft with light?What if you could power a ship using sunlight instead of wind?4:35 -
Episode 13, Season 1
Five amazing stars we've discovered in spaceWe check out five of the most unusual stars we've discovered in our universe.6:25 -
Episode 925, Season 1
Calculating Pi with DartsPi can be calculated using a random sample of darts thrown at a square and circle target.5:47 -
Episode 12, Season 1
Five Physics Experiments for the HolidaysThese holiday-themed experiments will keep you busy during the winter holidays!2:51 -
Episode 11, Season 1
Are perpetual motion machines possible?Are these machines possible without violating the laws of physics? No.5:01 -
Episode 10, Season 1
Are MRIs safe?Are there any dangers associated with receiving an MRI? And how exactly does an MRI work?6:35 -
Episode 9, Season 1
Avoid electric shock getting out of a carIs there a way to prevent getting shocked on the car door?4:40 -
Episode 7, Season 1
AMAZING! Ferrofluid and Glow SticksWatch what happens when we mix ferrofluid with the liquid from a glow stick!4:24 -
Episode 1, Season 1
How to Make a Hurricane on a BubbleHow do scientists mimic the physics of a hurricane on the surface of a bubble?3:28 -
Episode 8, Season 1
Can you solve the boat puzzle?You throw a rock in water from your boat. What happens next?4:51 -
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Episode 5, Season 1
Epic Space RescuesLet’s take a look back at the most epic space rescues in history.6:19 -
Episode 4, Season 1
How 3D holograms workUnlike a camera, holograms capture an entire light field to recreate the 3D scene.4:04 -
Episode 3, Season 1
Is this really 3D?3D movies and TV are is increasing in popularity, but is any of it truly 3D?5:02 -
Episode 2, Season 1
How to Make a Cloud in Your MouthLearn how to make a wispy cloud come out of your mouth, even when it’s not cold out.3:47
