The Science of Living Things
From epigenetics and cell biology to the hidden intelligence of plants: the living world is stranger and more beautiful than most textbooks let on. Each video unpacks a piece of biology that rewards a second look.
Look Closer.
Find It Fascinating.
Elloquist is where beauty and curiosity collide, exploring the science of living things, stories hidden in culture, music, and memory, and the quiet wonder of a well-tended life.
About Elloquist
Elloquist is a science and culture media brand founded by Ellen Hermance, publishing YouTube videos, newsletters on Substack, and essays on Medium. Operated by Elloquist LLC, the brand covers epigenetics, houseplant science, anthropology, pop culture, music, memory, and the everyday wonders of a well-tended life.
From epigenetics to houseplants, from pop culture to anthropology: every piece of content is an invitation to look closer at the world around you and find it more fascinating than you expected.
"The science of living things. The stories hidden in culture. The quiet wonder of a well-tended life."
Elloquist bridges the gap between academic curiosity and everyday wonder, making complex ideas beautiful and accessible. Whether you're here for the plant science, the cultural deep-dives, or simply to see the world with fresh eyes, you're in the right place.
What Elloquist Explores
Stories Hidden in Culture
Anthropology, folklore, pop culture, and social history reveal why humans think and behave the way we do. Every tradition and trend has a deeper story. Elloquist finds it.
Music, Memory & the Mind
Why does a song trigger such vivid memory? How does sound become emotionally anchored to a moment? The neuroscience and psychology behind our most distinctly human experiences.
The Well-Tended Life
Houseplants, biophilic design, slow living, and the science behind why surrounding yourself with living things genuinely changes how your brain functions and how you feel.
Featured Videos
Look closer. Find it fascinating. New videos on science, culture, and the living world.
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PlantCareAI
The science behind houseplants is fascinating. Actually keeping them alive is another matter.
PlantCareAI is the app that closes that gap. It uses your plant type, local weather, and AI to give you personalized care advice, weather-aware reminders, and a full care history for every plant you own.
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Visit PlantCareAI.appFrequently Asked Questions
What is Elloquist?
Elloquist is a science and culture media brand that explores the science of living things, the stories hidden in culture, music and memory, and the quiet wonder of a well-tended life. It publishes YouTube videos, newsletters, and essays, operated by Elloquist LLC.
What topics does Elloquist cover?
Four core areas: the science of living things (epigenetics, plant biology, and cell science), stories hidden in culture (anthropology, pop culture, and social history), music and memory (the neuroscience of sound and how music anchors experience in time), and the well-tended life (houseplants, biophilic design, and the science behind why living things improve wellbeing).
Where can I follow Elloquist?
Elloquist publishes across YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, X, Threads, Facebook, LinkedIn, Pinterest, Reddit, Medium, Substack, and Audio.com. The handle is @elloquist on most platforms.
Does Elloquist make apps?
Yes. Elloquist built PlantCareAI, an app that uses your plant type, local weather, and AI to give personalized plant care advice, weather-aware reminders, and a full care history for every plant you own. It is free to start.