Published Oct 12, 2022
We Baked A Cake For Our 3rd Birthday!
Celebrate Short Wave's third birthday with a blend of humor and science as Berly McCoy, guided by biochemist turned baker Adriana Patterson, embarks on a delightful cake-baking adventure, uncovering the chemistry behind a perfect, fluffy cake and the art of mastering meringue and decoration.

Topics covered
Popular Clips
Episode Highlights
Related Episodes


The Science of Making Bread
Answers 383 questions

How To Bake Pi, Mathematically (And Deliciously)
Answers 383 questions

The Joy Of Ice Cream's Texture
Answers 383 questions

Pop Quiz! Short Wave Birthday Edition
Answers 383 questions

Batteries: The Lemonade Of Life
Answers 383 questions

Wok This Way: A Science Cooking Show
Answers 383 questions

The Creation Of The Magnificent Makers
Answers 383 questions

Micro Wave: Build Your Own Sandcastle Dreamhouse
Answers 383 questions

Science From Curiosity And A Little Paper
Answers 383 questions

Flying Into Snowstorms ... For Science!
Answers 383 questions

Why Do We Laugh?
Answers 383 questions

The mystery of the mummified Twinkie
Answers 383 questions

Micro Wave: How to Build a Sandcastle Dreamhouse!
Answers 383 questions

The Physics Behind The Perfect Gummy Candy
Answers 383 questions

Micro Wave: The Science Of Microwave Ovens + Listener Mail
Answers 383 questions
