What's actually happening in Canada—and why are millions of people across North America feeling the effects?
In this episode of Sedated by Science, environmental scientist Amber breaks down the science behind the 2026 Canadian wildfires. Learn why these fires have become so widespread, how smoke travels thousands of miles, what you're really breathing when wildfire smoke fills the air, and why fire is one of the most important ecological processes on Earth.
Whether you're seeing hazy skies or just curious about what's happening, this episode explains the science behind one of North America's biggest environmental stories.
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8 Jul 2026
Why your perfect lawn is a horrible idea: Mow problems, More problems
Join host Amber as she discusses why mowing and treating lawns with chemicals is harmful to your ecosystem!
1 Mar 2026
The pressure to fail science exams, common misconceptions, and who you are
Feeling like a failure as a scientist? Join your host Amber as she navigates through the common heavy emotions in the science field and shares some guidance!
18 Jan 2026
Mud Mermaids: Ohio River Lore
Come joke around with your host Amber about mud mermaids! A weird lore and myth started way back in the day about a creature in the Ohio river!
4 Jan 2026
Restoring Forests Episode 2: Dealing with Invasives and Pricks —Multiflora
Join Host Amber in discussing how to handle invasive species and a key feature on multiflora rose!
12 Nov 2025
Restoring Forests Ep 1: Wildlife, Balance , and everything in between
Curious about restoring a forest but don't know where to begin? 🌲
In episode 1 of this multipart series, join your host Amber in discussing a good mindset to put yourself into along with major things to avoid in the process or major things to ponder!💚
7 Nov 2025
Melissa officinalis - Lemon Balm!
Join today's host, Nihal Kaur, in learning how Melissa Officinalis works!
27 Oct 2025
It's about time: Earth's many Epochs
Come travel back in time to Earth's epochs with me and learn about the differences between each period!
24 Oct 2025
The Science behind feeling Lonely
Come discuss with your host Amber the reason why we feel the way we do when we're alone, science and evolution based!
24 Oct 2025
The Magic of Mushrooms
Come join me (Nihal) as we take a look into the magical world of mushrooms and discuss the wood wide web that connects communities of plants in nature!
23 Oct 2025
Fact or Fiction? Mythological Creatures talk with a scientist!
Come discuss whether or not mythical crytids are real!
This week's host: Amber
First official episode! Stay for the end to hear some cool recent science news!
Thanks for listening!💚
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