In this week's episode, Syd covers the history of the 14th most-used drug in the world, nitrous oxide. With a long history as both an incredible medical breakthrough and as a party drug abused by every frat boy since the 1800's, N2O has a story that will have you thanking a chemist the next time you visit the dentist, or maybe even give birth! #thanksscience
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