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Whether the topic is popcorn or particle physics, you can count on BrainStuff to explore -- and explain -- the everyday science in the world around us.
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If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.
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Deep in the back of your mind, you’ve always had the feeling that there’s something strange about reality. There is. Join Robert Lamb and Joe McCormick as they examine neurological quandaries, cosmic mysteries, evolutionary marvels and our transhuman future.
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Join Holly and Tracy as they bring you the greatest and strangest Stuff You Missed In History Class in this podcast by iHeartRadio.
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From UFOs to psychic powers and government cover-ups, history is riddled with unexplained events. You can turn back now or learn the Stuff They Don't Want You To Know ... an audio podcast from iHeartRadio.
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TechStuff is getting a system update. Everything you love about Tech Stuff now twice the bandwidth with new hosts, Oz Woloshyn (Sleepwalkers) and Karah Preiss (Sleepwalkers). Oz and Karah bring humour and wit to the table as they break down what's happening in tech...and what it says about us. TechStuff is the podcast where technology meets culture. We speak to the folks building the future to understand what tomorrow will look like and how our technology is changing us: how we live, how we ...
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Through an intersectional feminist perspective, hosts Anney and Samantha dive into science, history, and culture to make sense of the everyday and unpack the stories that brought us to where we are today. This podcast aims to better understand the challenges facing women and marginalized folks all over the world and highlights the tools we can use to tackle them head on.
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Explain Like I'm Five, aka ELI5, is the mini-podcast series where we take the questions you always wanted to ask, and talk about them in a way that is easy to understand. Made possible by the amazing reddit community at r/explainlikeimfive. See episode show notes for user credits.
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History is beautiful, brutal and, often, ridiculous. Join Ben Bowlin and Noel Brown as they dive into some of the weirdest stories from across the span of human civilization in Ridiculous History, a podcast by iHeartRadio.
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There's good news for anyone that is confused by men, which is basically everyone ---- the 'How Men Think' podcast has returned! 'How Men Think' was always about helping women understand the things that men do and say, that just don't make sense to us. Since the beginning, the mission has been the same...a constant search for answers to your questions about relationships, dating, marriage, divorce, breakups, hookups, love, sex, family, fatherhood, and why men do -- the things men do! Now, wi ...
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TechStuff Daily explains the stories behind the tech news headlines in about five minutes. You'll learn not only about what's going on but also why it's important.
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From the desk of “Stuff You Missed in History Class,” “This Day in History Class” quickly recounts a tidbit from today’s events in history.
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Eavesdrop on experts and researchers as they ponder what makes our world so maddening, so strange and so achingly beautiful. Not to mention ridiculous. Join Julie Douglas for this week’s episode of The Stuff of Life, a podcast by HowStuffWorks.com.
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It's about technology. It's about humanity. It's about our future. It's Fw:Thinking.
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An exploration of cartoons with an insider's perspective, including show creators, voice actors, historians, animators and business leaders.
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A bite-sized edition of the Stuff You Should Know podcast that fans have grown to love, 15-minute-or-less episodes about the most interesting things in the world around us. Short Stuff now lives on Stuff You Should Know — subscribe there and join Josh and Chuck every Wednesday for more shorties!
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Intimate, incredible conversations with the most famous creators and artists of our time. Learn the backstories (and secrets) about where they came from, how they got here, and what’s next.
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Curious friends (not experts) have fun diving into a variety of topics that intrigue them ... From Mormonism to Online Dating, Transcendental Meditation to Midwifery; Science, Technology, Cults, Biographies & more ... Everywhere You Go is Bullshit. Formerly known as The Fundamentals podcast.
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Join brothers Brandon and Nevin Werner on their crazy trip through time as they dive into some of the weirdest, funniest, and most unbelievable stories in history. Human history has too many stories to fit into just the Laughing Historically video show. Each podcast episode, Brandon and Nevin bring you two topics that they think need to be discussed right way. Looking for our video show? Check out new episodes at: youtube.com/laughinghistorically.
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The podcast will focus on the rules in both sports and life, mixing in humor, pop culture, and interviews with sports and entertainment personalities. Former NFL Senior Vice President of Officiating and current FOX Sports Rules Analyst Dean Blandino gives his unique take on officiating and rules in sports, entertainment, and every-day life.
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Business Bootcamp Podcast is made for small business owners. My name is Mike Andes. I started college at the age of 13 with full intention of going to medical school. I went to school for an MBA and now I own a landscaping company, an Anytime Fitness gym, and 3 online businesses. I share my highs, lows, and experiences being an entrepreneur. You can learn from my mistakes and identify with the day-to-day struggles of a small business owner. Call in or ask a question online and get concrete a ...
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Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan and Star Trek III: The Search for Spock are built around one key piece of technology which may or may not have real world implications. “KHAAAAAAAAAAAAAAN!!!!!” Admiral James Tiberius Kirk, 2285 There are countless reasons why fans love Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan. Up until that point, it was the most action-pack…
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SYMHC Classics: Chae Chan Ping vs. United States
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This 2021 episode covers the Chinese Exclusion Act, the United States’ first major immigration law. As its name suggests it specifically targeted people from China, and it led to Supreme Court cases that set the stage for later restrictions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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SMNTY Classic: Romance Scams (SMNTY Gets Catfished)
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Scam of the heart, and you're to blame, you give love a bad name! Romance scams can happen to anyone, and they've gone up during the pandemic. In this classic episode, Anney and Samantha unpack the numbers and emotional impact of romance scams, along with how they happen and how to avoid them. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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CLASSIC: Kidnapping, Binge Drinking and Costumes: Voter Fraud in the 1800s
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Allegations of U.S. voter fraud have made the rounds in recent years -- but, once upon a time, these were much more than allegations. Join the guys as they explore the massive voting fraud operations that riddled U.S. politics throughout the 19th century in this week's Classic episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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From the Vault: The Nature of the Diamond, Part 4
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In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe explore various historical interpretations of the diamond, from divine tears to both a potent medicine and a deadly poison. (part 4 of 4) (originally published 1/25/2024) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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The robber barons were not a group of evil super villains. OR WERE THEY? Learn all about these titans of industry from the Gilded Age in this classic episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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If you’re going to be in a relationship with someone, you have to be able to talk about money. We’re going to tell you who, what, when, where, and why right now! If you have a joint checking account, you need to have your own account too. When is it time to talk about bad credit scores? We’re clearing up a HUGE misconception about going into a rela…
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SMNTY Interviews: Gina Stamm (Part 1)
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Dr. Gina Stamm joins us to break down the history of women's rights and feminist movements in France. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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How Social Media Attacks Your Attention Span
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What's the longest amount of time you've spent away from social media? For many of us, the answer is "not long." Across the planet, billions of people are caught in an endless cycle of posting, reposting, commenting, liking, and reacting to a constant stream of ephemera -- a never-ending barrage of news, updates, hot takes, memes and viral videos i…
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In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the 1962 Mexican monster movie “The Brainiac,” directed by Chano Urueta and starring Abel Salazar as the evil Baron Vitelius d'Estera. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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Tracy shares how much she loves the work of Helen McNicoll and how the gaps in her biography posed a challenge during research. Holly talks about Harry Craddock and his efforts to combat prohibition in Britain. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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Ultraviolet (UV) light is both useful and hazardous. Learn why sunscreen is helpful on Earth but not in space in this episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://science.howstuffworks.com/do-astronauts-need-sunscreen-in-space.htm See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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Week in Tech: Are You There God? It’s Me, AI
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Do smart fridges help business? This week in the News Roundup, Oz and producer Eliza Dennis unpack Walgreens’ refrigeration woes, the future of supersonic planes, and what the Vatican has to say about AI. On TechSupport with 404 Media’s Joseph Cox, the FBI’s unique relationship to one encrypted phone company. And finally, Oz tests out Google’s virt…
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ELI5 E. Coli - what is it and why isn’t it all bad?
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What exactly is E. coli, and why should we care about it? Why is it used a lot in scientific research? What does E. coli pop up often in food contamination cases? What are the symptoms? What are some notable outbreaks? ... we explain like I'm five Thank you to the r/explainlikeimfive community and in particular the following users whose questions a…
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Spending Super Bowl Week With Maxx Crosby
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Las Vegas Raiders star Maxx Crosby chops it up with Doug & Marshawn while Gavin is out handling business. The guys dive into everything—from how far Marshawn went to make bed check during Super Bowl week to the financial impact of the Luka trade. Plus, don’t miss Marshawn throwing down on the big screen in Love Hurts, hitting theaters February 7th.…
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In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe return once more to the Jovian moon of Io, to discuss more recent findings about its volcanism and geology, as well as a look at the mythology behind its name. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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Listener Mail: Mobile Phone Tracking, the Psychology of Healthcare, The U.S. is Firing So Many People
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Anonymous Fed provides a chilling first-hand experience with the US government's recent and sudden moves to fire, lay off, or buy out numerous federal employees amid a flurry of other intensely bizarre moves -- Ben shares aspects of the now-infamous "Fork In The Road" email. Cosmic asks about favorite Magic:The Gathering cards, as well as the psych…
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How Did a Team of Immigrants in America Help Win WWII?
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During World War II, the U.S. military recruited diverse multilingual Americans -- including many immigrants -- to be trained as intelligence officers at Camp Ritchie. Learn how the Ritchie Boys helped the Allies win the war in this episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://history.howstuffworks.com/world-war-ii/ritchie-boys.htm See omn…
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Victorians Got Super Weird With Flirting, Part Two: Courtship and Calling Cards
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Cast your mind back to the Victorian Era, when countless singles and would-be paramours struggled to circumvent strict social mores in the search for true love. In the second part of this two-part series, Ben, Noel and Max continue their exploration of Victorian Era, conspiratorial methods -- especially the infamous 'acquaintance card.' See omnystu…
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Nextdoor has a history of issues, but recently, it seems that the harassment of women has gone up on the platform. Anney and Samantha talk about some anecdotal experiences. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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Since it was introduced in the 60s, the Tragedy of the Commons, the idea that humans will inevitably ruin any resource we all share, has had sweeping effects on government and public attitudes on who owns the environment. Problem is, it was fictitious. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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If You Don't Want Your Guy To Cheat, Make Sure He Has This Job
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Jana Kramer and Cheryl Burke are talking with viral divorce attorney Kate Simonds about the top 3 professions least likely to cheat! Are silver divorces the new trend? Kate Simonds reveals the number one reason men in long-term marriages leave. Then, Jana admits to telling someone in the bathroom on her wedding day that she had just made a mistake.…
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Accident or Murder? The Mystery of the Manchester Pusher
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Manchester, England is a city with an amazing history and -- according to some -- a terrible secret. For years a rumor has been spreading, first through local circles, and now across the globe. Could all the tragic deaths and disappearances near canals and waterways really be accidents, as law enforcement maintains today? Or could there be somethin…
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SMNTY Fiction: Terminus, Part 3 (Chapter 2)
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Still reeling from the loss of her son Madison, Tilda tries to heal, regroup and formulate a plan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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Ada Coleman was head bartender at the American Bar at the Savoy Hotel in London in the early 20th century. She created a cocktail that is still served today, and she's an enduring icon of the bartending industry. Research: The Ada Coleman Project. https://theadacolemanproject.com/about/ Allison, Keith. “Spies at the Savoy Part One.” Alcohol Profess…
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The Monstrefact: The Crimson Mist of Dungeons and Dragons
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In this episode of STBYM’s The Monstrefact, Robert discusses the Crimson Mist entity from the world of Dungeons and Dragons, as well as its folkloric relatives… See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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The Story: Ask Lots of Questions w/ Meredith Whittaker
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Meredith Whittaker is the president of the Signal Foundation and serves on its board of directors. She is also the co-founder of NYU’s AI Now Institute. Whittaker got her start at Google, where she worked for 13 years until resigning in 2019 after she helped organize the Google Walkouts. She speaks with Oz about learning on the job, championing dat…
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One of the lesser-known cases of American true crime is also a very sad one. Meet Charles Morgan, a man who got in over his head with organized crime. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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Feminists Around the World: Rhiannon Giddens
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Today we shine a spotlight of the vast career and works of musician, storyteller and historian Rhiannon Giddens. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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CLASSIC: ODESSA: The Secret Nazi Escape Route
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As World War II drew to a close, multiple Nazi officials saw the writing on the wall: Germany would lose the war, and members of the Nazi party would have to answer for their crimes -- if, that is, they were caught. In a desperate bid to avoid justice, various factions of the SS and other Nazi officials created secret international escape routes ca…
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So what exactly IS cotton candy and how does this curious confectionary concoction tie into other culinary traditions, including China’s Dragon’s beard candy? Find out in this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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Victorians Got Super Weird With Flirting, Part One: "Fan Fiction"
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The Victorian Era was, on the surface, a time of almost cartoonish sexual repression. Courtship was governed by rigid sets of rules and heirarchy, and even meeting a prospective partner outside of these codified steps could be considered a breach of cultural mores. So, what's a lover to do? In the first part of this two-part series, Ben, Noel and M…
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Beneath Paris lies the bones of more than 6 million people. And you can walk among them for 31 euros. These are the Paris catacombs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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Strange News: Chinese Corgi Cops, Massive Tuberculosis Outbreak, ICE Cream Trucks, The Doomsday Clock, DeepSeek, and More
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A Chinese Corgi Cop loses his bonus. The largest tuberculosis outbreak in US history is occurring, right now, in Kansas. A Las Vegas ice cream truck is mistaken for an Immigration and Customs Enforcement -- or ICE -- truck. The AI company DeepSeek sparks a massive stock selloff. Pope Frances officially dissolves Sodalitium Christianae Vitae. All th…
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Helen McNicoll was a Canadian painter who had a significant influence on the rise of Impressionism in that country. McNicoll, who lost her hearing in childhood, was quite successful as an artist, though her career and life were short. Research: Anderson, Jocelyn. “William Brymner: Life & Work.” Art Canada Institute. https://www.aci-iac.ca/art-books…
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