{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Invisible Threads","title":"The Alchemical Connection Between Ancient Glass and Modern Electronics","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/1274aeae\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":631,"description":"Explore the fascinating relationship between the ancient art of glassmaking and the cutting-edge world of electronics. This episode traces the evolution of glass from its early uses in decorative art and practical applications to its critical role in modern technology, including fiber optics and smartphone screens. Discover how ancient techniques laid the groundwork for contemporary innovations, revealing the surprising ways in which glass has influenced communication, technology, and even our daily lives. Join Maya Patel as she connects the dots between the past and the present, highlighting the enduring legacy of this remarkable material.","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/3VlDP5q3mEZjKijQ4UwkmnwaGkgQDSPZcYUCZS3hg4o/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8yYjFh/OTc2YTg0NDI0MjY5/ZjY2NzQxM2EwMzFk/MjA5My5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}