A new podcast joining the fam: Chain Reaction by ACS!
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March 13, 2026 · 9 min
About this episode
The episode introduces Chain Reaction, a new podcast exploring the connections between chemistry's past and future.
Chain Reaction is a new podcast from the American Chemical Society that links chemistry’s past to its future, revealing how this ever‑evolving science shapes the world around us, from the materials we use every day to the environment that we depend on. Each episode brings fresh perspectives and personal stories from chemists, engineers, and other scientists, as well as historians who guide us through pivotal moments in chemistry’s history. Together, we’ll uncover chemistry’s surprising connections, explore its interdisciplinary impact, and see how past discoveries set off the breakthroughs of today and the future. Whether you’re a student, an experienced scientist, or simply curious, Chain Reaction will show you how chemistry fits into the bigger picture — and why it matters now more than ever. Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! acs.org/chainreaction Exec producer: Sam Jones Producer: Margot Wohl Researcher: Bec Roldan Production support: Michael David and Matthew Radcliff Cover art: Joe Butera See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
People in this episode
Host: Sam Jones
Topics covered
- chemistry
- science history
- interdisciplinary impact
- personal stories
- future of chemistry
- environment
Keywords
- chemistry
- American Chemical Society
- science
- environment
- interdisciplinary
- history
- podcast
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: American Chemical Society
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