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How Guerrilla Gardening Works
4 december 2008 · 18 min
You've heard of guerrilla fighting tactics, but how much do you know about guerrilla gardening? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about this "revolutionary" gardening trend. Lees meer
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How OCD Works
2 december 2008 · 14 min
Obsessive-compulsive disorder is an anxiety disorder characterized by obsessive thoughts and compulsive actions. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the effects of and treatments for OCD. Lees meer
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How Thanksgiving Works
27 november 2008 · 20 min
Thanksgiving is an unusual holiday in America -- there's no religious connotation, and the only traditions are a good meal and a sense of appreciation for the good things in life. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about Thanksgiving. Lees meer
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How Albert Einstein's Brain Worked
25 november 2008 · 19 min
Albert Einstein is one of the world's most recognizable geniuses. But was his brain any different from that of an average person? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about Thomas Harvey, the man who set out to decipher Einstein's brain. Lees meer
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How Corporate Personhood Works
20 november 2008 · 16 min
Corporate personhood is an ancient legal custom tracing back to Roman law, whereby a corporation is legally considered a person. Lees meer
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How Eco-anxiety Works
18 november 2008 · 14 min
Eco-anxiety -- a chronic fear of environmental doom -- is a recent, specialized type of anxiety disorder gripping an estimated 40 million people in the United States. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about eco-anxiety. Lees meer
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Why doesn't the FDA regulate herbal supplements?
13 november 2008 · 13 min
For thousands of years, societies across the globe have used herbs as medicine. While this practice continues today, the FDA does not regulate these potent substances. Find out why the FDA can't regulate herbal supplements in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Lees meer
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Did the CIA test LSD on unsuspecting Americans?
11 november 2008 · 26 min
As more and more time passes, the Freedom of Information Act provides increasingly disturbing stories of illegal CIA operations. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about MKULTRA and illegal CIA operations in the United States. Lees meer
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How Mortgage-backed Securities Work
6 november 2008 · 19 min
The 2008 US financial crisis has been blamed on the excessive use of mortgage-backed securities. But what exactly is a mortgage-backed security? Learn more about these securities and how they contributed to the crisis in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Lees meer
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How Prayer Healing Works
30 oktober 2008 · 17 min
Studies have shown that prayer has a positive effect on individuals, but can your prayer heal someone else? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to find out how science weighs in on the power of intercessory prayer -- and if it should at all. Lees meer
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Is a free market "free" if it's regulated?
28 oktober 2008 · 15 min
Prices in a free market are determined by the law of supply and demand, yet the US government has recently given billions of dollars to rescue large corporations. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn whether or not the US is still a free market. Lees meer
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How do Tibetans avoid altitude sickness?
23 oktober 2008 · 12 min
Due to the region's elevation, the average traveler to Tibet often experiences altitude sickness -- a condition caused by a lack of oxygen in the blood. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn how Tibetans have adapted to life in high altitudes. Lees meer
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How the Bailout Works
21 oktober 2008 · 23 min
The economy imploded as US banks reaped the consequences of subprime mortgage trades. Controversially, Congress has provided emergency funding for the banks. Learn more about the agreement between Washington and Wall Street in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Lees meer
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How Living Off the Grid Works
16 oktober 2008 · 14 min
If you're tired of paying utility bills or relying on fossil fuels, it might be time to consider living off the grid. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the techniques and strategies used by people living off the grid. Lees meer
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Will we soon be extinct?
14 oktober 2008 · 11 min
Is Earth due for a mass extinction? Population ecologists think so. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more mass extinctions. Lees meer
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How Cannibalism Works
9 oktober 2008 · 19 min
Cannibalism is one of humanity's near-universal taboos, but it has been practiced in widely varying circumstances throughout history. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn the difference between the three types of cannibalism. Lees meer
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How Entomophagy Works
7 oktober 2008 · 13 min
Entomophagy -- the practice of eating insects -- is common outside of Europe and North America. Despite cultural taboos, you've probably eaten insects without knowing it. Check out our HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about entomophagy. Lees meer
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How China's Pollution Sniffers Work
2 oktober 2008 · 14 min
In China's Guangdong province, twelve volunteers have been trained to detect harmful pollution by using their sense of smell. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about China's pollution sniffers. Lees meer
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How Delta Force Works
30 september 2008 · 20 min
With the world's best weaponry, a shadowy legal status, and almost no oversight, Delta Force is the stuff of military legend. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn why Delta Force was created, and how this group works. Lees meer
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How Graceland Works
25 september 2008 · 16 min
Graceland attracts millions of visitors every year. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about Elvis and Graceland, which Elvis bought when he was only 22 years old. Lees meer
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Is quitting smoking contagious?
23 september 2008 · 20 min
Everyone knows it's tough to quit smoking -- but did you know quitting can be contagious? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about smoking. Lees meer
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How Can I Erase My Identity and Start Over?
18 september 2008 · 11 min
Everyone dreams of snagging a fresh start at life. Whether you've thought of changing your dull given name, or just disappearing entirely, this HowStuffWorks podcast will tell you what it takes to erase your identity. Lees meer
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What's the ultimatum game?
16 september 2008 · 13 min
The ultimatum game is an economics experiment that provides insight into the human psyche. Check out our HowStuffWorks podcast to learn about the rules to the ultimatum game. Lees meer
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Why don't we live underground?
11 september 2008 · 16 min
Humanity has adapted to life on the surface. We like sunlight and fresh air -- but do we need it to survive? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about living underground. Lees meer
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Is sleep that important?
9 september 2008 · 13 min
Sleep is one of those funny things about being a human being -- you just have to do it. Have you ever wondered why? Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about the importance of sleep. Lees meer
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What's the difference between deodorant and antiperspirant?
4 september 2008 · 14 min
The function of antiperspirant and deodorant is to prevent sweat or to mask the scent of body odor. Learn about the function of antiperspirant and deodorant in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Lees meer
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Is there a worst way to die?
2 september 2008 · 15 min
But there's no consensus among professionals about which method of death is the least desirable. A person's fears may factor into his own personal worst way to die. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about the worst way to die. Lees meer
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What are smart mobs?
28 augustus 2008 · 14 min
With the benefit of wireless technologies like cell phones and text messaging, large groups of people are able to coordinate their actions with amazing precision. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn about smart mobs and civil disobedience. Lees meer
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Will robots get married?
26 augustus 2008 · 15 min
Some researchers believe that weddings between a human and a robot could be possible by the year 2050. Take a look at our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about robot rights. Lees meer
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How Blood Pressure Works
21 augustus 2008 · 14 min
High blood pressure -- or hypertension -- is elevated pressure of the blood in the arteries. Hypertension results from two major factors. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about the causes of and treatment for hypertension. Lees meer
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Are humans wired to survive?
19 augustus 2008 · 13 min
Are humans born with survival instincts? Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about human instincts and survival. Lees meer
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10 Terribly Bungled Crimes
14 augustus 2008 · 11 min
Ten terribly bungled crimes throughout history are explored, such as drug deals gone wrong. Find out which ones are at the top of the list for Josh and Chuck in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Lees meer
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Is there a torture manual?
8 augustus 2008 · 8 min
In May of 2007, the US military found drawings believed to be part of an Al-Qaida torture manual. However, the seminal manuals on torture are believed to be the work of the CIA. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about torture manuals. Lees meer
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Are there real-life fight clubs?
5 augustus 2008 · 7 min
The 1996 Chuck Palahniuk novel, "Fight Club," has been blamed -- and lauded -- by various groups for inspiring several real-life fight clubs. Take a look at our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about real-life fight clubs. Lees meer
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Exactly what happens if we run out of water?
31 juli 2008 · 13 min
In 1995, World Bank vice president Ismail Serageldin declared that "the wars of the next century will be about water." Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn what happens once we run out of water. Lees meer
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Is knife hunting the fairest way to hunt?
29 juli 2008 · 7 min
Fair chase is the idea that a balance should be struck between the hunter's ability to kill prey and the prey's ability escape. Take a look at our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about knife hunting, and whether or not it's the fairest way to hunt. Lees meer
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Why do people blush?
24 juli 2008 · 7 min
Blushing from embarrassment is governed by the sympathetic nervous system, which governs involuntary processes. Although we know how people blush, we still don't understand why. Check out the theories of blushing in our HowStuffWorks article. Lees meer
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How Carbon Capture Works
22 juli 2008 · 6 min
Carbon capture is the process of trapping carbon emissions and storing them away from the atmosphere to prevent global warming. Check out our carbon capture article at HowStuffWorks.com to learn more about the possibility of reducing carbon emissions. Lees meer
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Are Dogs a Shark's Favorite Meal?
17 juli 2008 · 6 min
In 2005, The Sun reported that dogs were being used as live bait in the Indian Ocean. Is it possible that dogs are a delicacy to sharks? Take a look at our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about the diet of sharks. Lees meer
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Can I Survive a Shark Attack by Gouging Out Its Eyes?
15 juli 2008 · 6 min
Although it can be intimidating, a shark is not invulnerable. Punching its nose, gouging its eyes, or grabbing its gills can stun the shark and give victims a chance to escape. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about shark attacks. Lees meer
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How Ripperology Works
10 juli 2008 · 6 min
The unsolved murder spree of Jack the Ripper has captivated generations of amateur investigators, each with their own theory of the killer's identity. Learn more about one particularly thought-provoking suspect in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Lees meer
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How Personal Rapid Transport Works
7 juli 2008 · 6 min
Personal rapid transport combines the best traits of subways and taxis, and costs less to build than light rail. Could this be the future of transportation? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast and learn more about personal rapid transport. Lees meer
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How Abandoned Cities Work
1 juli 2008 · 6 min
Cities can become abandoned for a number of reasons, from economic meltdowns to nuclear catastrophes. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast and learn more about modern abandoned cities. Lees meer
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How Murphy's Law Works
1 juli 2008 · 6 min
Murphy's law originates in 1949, and states 'anything that can go wrong, will.' Check out this HowStuffWorks to learn more about how the Air Force discovered Murphy's law. Lees meer
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How Death-Proof Cars Work
26 juni 2008 · 6 min
Could high-end digital auto systems such as blind-spot detection and collision prevention overcome the errors of human drivers? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the death-proof cars of the future. Lees meer
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How Oil Shale Works
24 juni 2008 · 5 min
Oil shale is a term for oil trapped in rock, rather than existing in liquid form. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the nature of oil shale. Lees meer
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How Swearing at Work Works
20 juni 2008 · 5 min
Swear words are usually considered workplace taboos -- yet the debate continues over whether these words are inappropriate, or examples of free speech. Learn more about using swear words at work in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Lees meer
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How Manufacturing Water Works
18 juni 2008 · 6 min
The United Nations has found that 22% of the world's population does not have access to clean drinking water. Could we fix the water shortage by manufacturing water? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about manufacturing water. Lees meer
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What's the most expensive toilet in the world?
12 juni 2008 · 5 min
The most expensive toilet in the world is made of solid gold and can be found in Hong Kong. Learn more about the world's most expensive toilet in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Lees meer
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Could salt water fuel cars?
10 juni 2008 · 6 min
Salt water fuel could be the next viable alternative to foreign oil. Learn about the ongoing research behind the concept of salt water fuel in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Lees meer
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