Episode 4: Ceramics and Clay - Preserving History Through Kilns

I'd like to apologise for the delay in this episode. Last weeks heatwave absolutely destroyed me!In our fourth episode, we explore how clay leads to ceramics. How do we turn this lump of slimy mud into durable, glazed jars and pots? References:Aitken, M. J. (1985). Thermoluminescence dating. Academic Press.Eppler, R. A., & Eppler, D. R. (2000). Glazes and glass coatings. American Ceramic Society.Kingery, W. D. (1948). Fundamental study of clay: VIII, a new method for studying the plasticity of clays. Journal of the American Ceramic Society, 31(10), 288–290. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1151-2916.1948.tb14231.xRice, P. M. (2015). Pottery analysis: A sourcebook. University of Chicago Press.Velde, B., & Meunier, A. (2008). The origin of clay minerals in soils and weathered rocks. Springer Science & Business Media. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-540-75674-3Script writing, recording and editing done by me, Jake. Sound effects and backing music from Pixabay. Noticed a mistake? Let me know at thechemistrytimelinepod@gmail.comFancy making a shiny new cover art, or a unique theme song, reach out to me using the email above to discuss.