LuxeSci

About LuxeSci

1 podcast + 2 scientists = 1 nerdy take on the luxury world. LuxeSci is a podcast for the fancy nerds who are curious about the things they love. Two overly curious PhDs discover the science behind everything from fine jewelry, painting, sculpture, fashion, food and drinks and more. Follow along for a deeper understanding of the science behind luxury items and lots of "oh wow, that's cool" moments.

Publisher

Dr. Lex and Dr. Dimos

Category

science

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

11 Oct 2021

Latest episode

2 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

90 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   2 Oct 2026

   TFK - Season 2 Ep 10 - Opals

   This month we're talking all about the October birthstone, opals. Opals contain some very cool optical traits in addition to being beautiful. Join us as we explore all things opal and try opal-themed cocktails. And always remember to drink, and science, responsibly. Thirst for Knowledge is an Erevna Media and Science Actually production. Our audio engineer is Dimos Katsis. If you like us, please subscribe, leave a review and share this podcast with friends.

2. 

   11 Sept 2026

   TFK - Season 2 Ep 9 - Sapphires

   This month we're talking all about the September birthstone, sapphire. Sapphires are the chameleons of the gemstone world, coming in almost any color of the rainbow. Join us as we explore all things sapphire and try sapphire-themed cocktails. And always remember to drink, and science, responsibly. Thirst for Knowledge is an Erevna Media and Science Actually production. Our audio engineer is Dimos Katsis. If you like us, please subscribe and leave a review

3. 

   4 Aug 2026

   TFK - Season 2 Ep 8 - Peridot

   Look at us getting our episode out early in the month! Progress! This month we're talking all about the August birthstone, peridot. This beautiful green stone surprised both with its history and the science around it. Join us as we explore all things peridot and try peridot-themed cocktails. And always remember to drink, and science, responsibly. Thirst for Knowledge is an Erevna Media and Science Actually production. Our audio engineer is Dimos Katsis. If you like us, please subscribe and leave a review

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

8,756

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

8 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

5 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 63 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

50

Social presence

91

YouTube

68

Engagement

77

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