Nick Deason, while in lab one night, picks a fight with a fruit fly and disaster ensues. How will his mentor react when Nick timidly calls him to tell him about the disaster?This story was told live at Bivouac Ciderworks on Oc...

After sleepless nights and failed PCR reactions, Teju finds solace in karate and the philosophy of persistence. Through countless troubleshooting sessions and kata repetitions, she discovers that both plants and people thrive on rhythm.<...

Seven weeks on the Pacific Ocean collecting climate data sounds idyllic—until the snack supply runs out - a low point on the high seas. As tensions rise and a black market for potato chips emerges, one scientist discovers her inner snack pirate...

Shivani braves Illinois winters and failing experiments—armed with grit, a mother’s unwavering love, and a dash of magical thinking. This story was told live at Bivouac Ciderworks on October 29th, 2025 as part of the "Little Lab of ...

What starts as a childhood dream turns into a summer of filming dolphins from above as they dance through the water. Until one stormy day pops more than just a research blimp. This is the story of how a dolphin-loving scientist made a pivot, pr...