flashback phenomenon
Type: Concept
As of November 2026, flashback phenomenon has been mentioned in one podcast episode on Radiolab (Nov 2025).
Observed effect where flicking submersible lights on/off or activating thrusters triggers surrounding bioluminescence that appears to 'flash back' in unison; hypothesized to involve bioluminescent marine snow and oxygen dynamics.
| Mentioned in | 1 episode on 1 podcast (as of November 2026) |
|---|---|
| First heard | Nov 2025 on Radiolab |
| Field | Marine biology / Oceanography |
Who talks about flashback phenomenon on podcasts?
flashback phenomenon came up; the most recent mention was Nov 2025 on Radiolab.
- The Glow Below | Radiolab Podcast on Radiolab (Nov 2025)
What is flashback phenomenon mentioned alongside?
flashback phenomenon is most often mentioned alongside Alfred P. Sloan Foundation, Lula Miller and Simons Foundation.
Mentioned together: Alfred P. Sloan Foundation, Lula Miller, Simons Foundation, kayak, Radiolab, Latif Nasser, Maria Paz Gutiérrez, Sarah Qari, Alex Neason, Jeremy Bloom