The discussion centers around the search for reliable resources to calculate boiling points and understand vapor pressure as a function of temperature. A user expresses dissatisfaction with a boiling point calculator from CalcTool, questioning its reliability. Suggestions include consulting standard references like Rogers and Mayhew for water and steam calculations, and Kaye & Laby for general material properties. There is confusion regarding whether the inquiry specifically pertains to water, prompting clarification from other participants. The conversation highlights the abundance of documented data available for water and the importance of using reputable sources for accurate calculations.