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10 Odd Town Festivals
19 november 2009 · 27 min
The world is full of festivals, some of which are really odd. Tune in as Josh and Chuck take a playful look at ten unusual town festivals in this episode of Stuff You Should Know. Lees meer
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What's the deal with totem poles?
17 november 2009 · 21 min
If you've ever wondered where the expression "low man on the totem pole" comes from, this episode of Stuff You Should Know is a must-listen. Tune in as Josh and Chuck take a look at the origins, symbolism and history of totem poles. Lees meer
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How Population Works
12 november 2009 · 29 min
Population may not seem like the most scintillating topic in the world, but Josh and Chuck beg to differ. Join them as they explore how population works, from demographics to population control, in this episode. Lees meer
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How will the future crime database work?
10 november 2009 · 28 min
The US and England have databases containing DNA from millions of citizens. Originally only criminals were included, but as the programs expanded many more people were added. Learn how these databases work -- and why they were built -- in this episode. Lees meer
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How Product Placement Works
5 november 2009 · 33 min
In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck take a look at the advertising practice of product placement, from its origins to different types to classic examples in film and television. Lees meer
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Can you remember being born?
3 november 2009 · 20 min
Some people have memories of very early childhood, but how far back can you go? Is it possible to remember your own birth? Josh and Chuck are on the case in this episode of Stuff You Should Know. Lees meer
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The Real How Jack the Ripper Worked
29 oktober 2009 · 40 min
In this Halloween episode, Josh and Chuck go way back to late 19th century London to examine the grisly details of the Jack the Ripper murders. They also discuss Ripperology, Jack the Ripper suspects and theories, and the legacy of the murders. Lees meer
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How Witness Protection Works
27 oktober 2009 · 27 min
The Witness Protection Program, or the Witness Security Program, was established in 1970 to protect government witnesses before, during and after a trial. Learn more about witness protection in this episode of Stuff You Should Know. Lees meer
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How the Cannonball Run Worked
22 oktober 2009 · 31 min
The Cannon Ball Run is a cross-country car race famously portrayed in the campy 1981 movie "Cannon Ball Run." But it isn't fictional. Tune in as Josh and Chuck take you on a wild ride through the real (and colorful) history of this infamous race. Lees meer
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What is China's one-child policy?
20 oktober 2009 · 25 min
China's one-child policy, implemented in 1979, was designed to limit population growth. In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck examine the policy's surprising origins, impact on Chinese culture, and pros and cons. Lees meer
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What is a hangover, really?
15 oktober 2009 · 32 min
After a night of heavy boozing, many partygoers find themselves the victim of a hangover. But what exactly is a hangover, and what causes it? Join Chuck and Josh as they break down the science behind hangovers -- and how to avoid them -- in this podcast. Lees meer
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How to Find the History of Your House
13 oktober 2009 · 26 min
Ever wondered about the history of your house? In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck give listeners some pointers on determining the history of a house. Lees meer
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Who were the first Americans?
8 oktober 2009 · 30 min
Columbus is often touted as the "discoverer" of the Americas, he wasn't the first to set foot on American soil by a long shot. Tune in as Josh and Chuck dig deep into the history -- and mystery -- of the first American inhabitants in this podcast. Lees meer
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Health Care Systems Around the World
6 oktober 2009 · 32 min
In this final installment of their 4-part suite on health care, Josh, Chuck and Molly take a tour of health care systems around the world, from France to Switzerland. Lees meer
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Is Bhutan on to something with Gross National Happiness?
1 oktober 2009 · 33 min
How do you measure happiness? How do you measure it on a national scale? Tune in as Josh and Chuck discuss Bhutan's Gross National Happiness index in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Lees meer
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Rumors, Myths and Truths Behind Obama's Health Care Plan
29 september 2009 · 35 min
In this third episode of Stuff You Should Know's health care reform series, Josh and Chuck -- and special guest Molly Edmonds -- sort through the myths, rumors and truths behind President Obama's proposed health care plan. Lees meer
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Do zombies really exist?
24 september 2009 · 36 min
In movies and stories, zombies are undead menaces that lurch around mindlessly, in search of flesh -- and braaaaaains! Where did the idea for zombies originate? Do they exist outside of fiction? Tune in to this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com to find out. Lees meer
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President Obama's Health Care Plan: Soup to Nuts
22 september 2009 · 29 min
In this special episode of Stuff You Should know, the second in a four-part series, Josh and Chuck -- and a special guest -- discuss President Obama's proposed health care plan in detail. Lees meer
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How do dogs perceive time?
17 september 2009 · 26 min
A dog that knows exactly when its owners will arrive home every day seems to have a human perception of time, but in fact, they perceive time very differently than we do. Find out more about how dogs view time in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Lees meer
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How Health Care in the United States Works Right Now
15 september 2009 · 31 min
The United States is abuzz with talk of health care reform, but why does the system need repairs in the first place? Josh and Chuck explore how the current American health care system works (and doesn't) in this episode, the first in a four-part series. Lees meer
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Could microlending develop the world?
10 september 2009 · 28 min
Microlending is a practice that provides funds for entrepreneurs in developing countries who couldn't normally get loans. Tune in as Josh and Chuck discuss the pros and cons of microlending in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Lees meer
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What is geocaching?
8 september 2009 · 28 min
Armed with only a GPS and a sense of adventure, geocachers use their wits to locate containers across the world. Join Chuck and Josh as they explore the history, practice and strange origin of geocaching in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Lees meer
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What is an Ig Nobel Prize?
3 september 2009 · 24 min
Each year, the Ig Nobel Prize is awarded to researchers for unusual -- and generally humorous -- contributions to science. Tune in as Josh and Chuck discuss the highlights of this unique awards ceremony in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Lees meer
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Why is the U.S. so dependent on cars?
1 september 2009 · 31 min
Today, automobiles are undoubtedly the dominant form of transportation in the United States, but that wasn't always the case. Join Josh and Chuck as they explore the history of public transportation and automobiles in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Lees meer
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How Muppets Work
27 augustus 2009 · 32 min
Jim Henson's Muppets, including the beloved Kermit the Frog, first came to life in the mid-1950s. Join Josh and Chuck as they explore the history and nitty gritty details of the world's most famous puppets in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Lees meer
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How easy is it to steal a nuclear bomb?
25 augustus 2009 · 26 min
Nuclear weapons are extremely well guarded, so stealing one would be quite tricky. Join Josh and Chuck as they discuss nabbing nuclear weapons, and some surprising facts about nuclear accidents, in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Lees meer
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Is the Necronomicon real?
20 augustus 2009 · 30 min
H.P. Lovecraft's strange, elaborate stories and mythologies have inspired a devoted following. Join Josh and Chuck -- and a special guest -- as they discuss Lovecraft's most famous creation, the "Necronomicon," in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Lees meer
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What's sarcopenia and what can you do about it?
18 augustus 2009 · 23 min
Sarcopenia is a form of muscle loss and coordination associated with aging. Luckily, a little extra effort can prevent its onset. Tune in to learn more about sarcopenia -- and how to prevent it -- in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Lees meer
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Is fluoride making us stupid?
13 augustus 2009 · 27 min
Fluoride is a common additive in toothpaste and the water supply of some countries. It's purportedly good for dental health, but some evidence suggests that it's actually harmful. Discover the dark side of fluoride in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Lees meer
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What are Japanese stragglers?
11 augustus 2009 · 30 min
During World War II, Japanese soldiers adopted a version of the samurai code of honor. Fiercely commited to this ideology, some continued to fight even after the war ended. Learn more about these "stragglers" in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Lees meer
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What's up with competitive eating?
6 augustus 2009 · 29 min
Competitive eating is a modern "sport" that's very popular in the United States. Join Josh and Chuck as they delve into the fascinatingly gross world of competitive eating in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Lees meer
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How Agent Orange Worked
4 augustus 2009 · 26 min
Agent Orange was a potent herbicide used by the U.S. government during the Vietnam War. Learn more about the origins, use and devastating side effects of Agent Orange in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Lees meer
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How Whale Sharks Work
30 juli 2009 · 28 min
Whale sharks are the biggest fish in the ocean. Tune in as Josh and Chuck discuss these gentle giants, and recount their experiences swimming with them in the Georgia Aquarium, in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Lees meer
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What are tinnovators?
28 juli 2009 · 24 min
Tinnovators are folks who come up with new and innovative ways to use old Altoids mint tins. Learn about some of these "tinnovators" and their art in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Lees meer
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Three Gross Parasites
23 juli 2009 · 28 min
There are some pretty disgusting parasites out there, but Josh and Chuck have settled on three particularly gross ones. Tune in to learn more about flesh-eating parasites, guinea worms and tapeworms in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Lees meer
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Are stupid people happier?
21 juli 2009 · 19 min
Is there a negative correlation between happiness and intelligence? Is ignorance truly bliss? Josh and Chuck attempt to answer this age-old question by exploring the "science" of happiness in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Lees meer
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What is a body farm?
16 juli 2009 · 25 min
Most farms host crops and animals, but body farms specialize in corpses. Join Josh and Chuck as they tackle the fascinatingly gross phenomenon of body farms in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Lees meer
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How has toxoplasma turned the world into zombies?
14 juli 2009 · 21 min
Toxoplasmosis is a parasitic infection that favors cats, but it can also be found in humans. Discover the disturbing details of how toxoplasma gondii finds a host -- and how it affects human beings -- in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Lees meer
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How Twinkies Work
9 juli 2009 · 25 min
Twinkies have a reputation for being so processed that they can last for years and years, but they're not as hardy as you'd expect. Uncover the sweet story of Twinkies in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Lees meer
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Is it possible to brainwash someone?
7 juli 2009 · 27 min
Brainwashing is an extreme form of "thought reform," but does it actually work? Tune in to this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com to find out. Lees meer
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How can hypermiling save you gas?
2 juli 2009 · 23 min
The EPA tests vehicles for maximum fuel efficiency, but those impressive estimates don't always pan out in real life. Hypermiling is one sure-fire way to improve your fuel efficiency. Find out how it works in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Lees meer
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How Earthquakes Work
30 juni 2009 · 27 min
What makes the earth quake? Join Josh and Chuck as they explore the science and history of earthquakes in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Lees meer
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How Body Dysmorphic Disorder Works
25 juni 2009 · 24 min
People who suffer with body dysmorphic disorder have a distorted, unhealthy view of their bodies. Learn more about this compulsive disorder in the following podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Lees meer
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Can you control your dreams?
23 juni 2009 · 26 min
In a lucid dream, the sleeper is aware that he or she is in a dream state. Does that mean you can control these dreams? Where did this concept come from? Tune in to this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com to find out more about lucid dreaming. Lees meer
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What exactly is the Peter Principle?
18 juni 2009 · 24 min
The Peter Principle describes how workers who excel in bureaucratic systems are promoted until they reach their level of incompetence. Learn more about the Peter Principle in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Lees meer
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Three Innovations We Need Right Now
16 juni 2009 · 26 min
The world's problems necessitate innovative solutions. Listen in as Josh and Chuck propose some innovations, from teleportation to an international language, that the world needs right now in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Lees meer
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How Carbon Capture and Storage Works
11 juni 2009 · 30 min
Carbon capture and storage is a way to filter excess carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and store it. Tune in as Josh and Chuck discuss current methods of carbon capture and storage -- and how feasible they are -- in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Lees meer
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How did Nikola Tesla change the way we use energy?
9 juni 2009 · 26 min
Many people associate Edison with the invention of electricity, but Nikola Tesla heavily shaped the electrical system we still use today. Get the dirt on the electricity wars between Edison and Tesla in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Lees meer
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How Biohydrocarbons Work
4 juni 2009 · 25 min
Hydrocarbons are simple compounds that help fuel the modern world, but they're not really a sustainable resource. Explore new energy solutions, starting with biohydrocarbons, in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Lees meer
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What's a brownfield remediation project?
2 juni 2009 · 18 min
The EPA defines a brownfield as land that is abandoned because redevelopment is complicated by possible environmental contamination. Tune in as Chuck and Josh examine the process of redeveloping a brownfield in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Lees meer
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