We're back from hiatus! Both our laptops needed repairs, and we've been busy with jobs and school. Sorry about that. This episode is Violet's turn to talk, so it's time to learn about some cool methods of spacecraft propulsion. Follow us on Twitter @AlchemyHourCast, you can send in fun facts or questions there or to AlchemyHourPodcast@gmail.com…

Nolan tells us about Bertolt Brecht: a pioneer in 20th-century theatre, and a rather interesting man overall.

In this pilot episode of Alchemy Hour, Violet tells us about radium and the dumb stuff we used to do with it.