Richards, IsabelMcCarthy, Ella2023-12-14http://hdl.handle.net/1885/309885The elements - a scientific concept that emerged from natural philosophy and alchemy - permeate pop culture to the nth degree. In this episode, we discuss chemistry's roots, science and magic, and the colourful portrayals of the 'classical' elements in contemporary pop culture. Join us in exploring the wonderful metaphors that come with these representations and what they say about our understanding of science - from Pixar's "Elemental" and "Avatar: The Last Airbender" to "Potion Permit" and Pokémon"!audio/mpegen-AU© 2023 Isabel Richards, Ella McCarthy2023-09-3010.25911/QCXX-VA86