Joe Genius

Hosted by Jonah Ray.

Welcome the first show that proves how exciting, hilarious, and sometimes dangerous, homegrown science can be. Joe Genius turns the spotlight on some of the best science videos online, from dry ice bombs to robot musicians, and explain why they work...or more often than not, why they don't. Read More

Chemistry Cafe

Thursday, July 15th, 2010 – running time 13:03

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In this volatile episode of Joe Genius, host Jonah Ray explores the world of backyard chemistry, bringing you videos of the explosions, eruptions, and hilarity that ensue when mixing chemicals. Jonah throws on his lab coat and goggles and whips up some "Elephant Toothpaste."

It's time for Joe Genius: Where backyard science goes BIG TIME. Joe Genius highlights home-grown Newtons who experiment, tinker, and yes, blow stuff up in the name of science. And it's all caught on tape! Join Jonah Ray as he whizzes through these geniuses' most epic failures and thrilling successes -- and of course, the science behind it all.

It's Chemistry Time!

Chemical reactions take over this explosive episode of Joe Genius. Check out who wins the "Joe Science Award" for the best executed science experiment of the bunch! Meet the Backyard Scientists!
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Feeling Chemistry's Wrath

These backyard scientists take chemistry to the extreme. So get ready, we all know not every science experiment goes to plan. Meet the Backyard Scientists!

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"Elephant Toothpaste"

Jonah Ray throws on his lab coat and goggles and stirs up a homemade version of "Elephant Toothpaste." Last but not least, he gives out the coveted "Joe Genius Award" for the best chemistry video out there. Meet the Backyard Scientist! "Chemistry After Hours 1 - Elephant Toothpaste" from GWNProductions

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  • over 3 years ago

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  • over 3 years ago

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  • over 3 years ago

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  • over 3 years ago

    Episode 8: Joe Geniuses go green. Nothing like heading to a gas station to get your car's solar panels cleaned!

  • over 3 years ago

    Thanks! Just don't tell your teacher RT @jodeknudt Wow @joegenius has teached more me in 10min then I learned in 1h in science class

About the Show

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Show Title:
Joe Genius
Description:
Welcome the first show that proves how exciting, hilarious, and sometimes dangerous, homegrown science can be. Joe Genius turns the spotlight on some of the best science videos online, from dry ice bombs to robot musicians, and explain why they work...or more often than not, why they don't.
Categories:
Awesome Science
Launch Date:
Jul 15, 2010
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