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How Muppets Work

2009/8/27

Jim Henson's Muppets, including the beloved Kermit the Frog, first came to life in the mid-1950s. Jo

Nuclear weapons are extremely well guarded, so stealing one would be quite tricky. Join Josh and Chu

Is the Necronomicon real?

2009/8/20

H.P. Lovecraft's strange, elaborate stories and mythologies have inspired a devoted following. Join

Sarcopenia is a form of muscle loss and coordination associated with aging. Luckily, a little extra

Fluoride is a common additive in toothpaste and the water supply of some countries. It's purportedly

During World War II, Japanese soldiers adopted a version of the samurai code of honor. Fiercely comm

Competitive eating is a modern "sport" that's very popular in the United States. Join Josh and Chuck

How Agent Orange Worked

2009/8/4

Agent Orange was a potent herbicide used by the U.S. government during the Vietnam War. Learn more a

How Whale Sharks Work

2009/7/30

Whale sharks are the biggest fish in the ocean. Tune in as Josh and Chuck discuss these gentle giant

What are tinnovators?

2009/7/28

Tinnovators are folks who come up with new and innovative ways to use old Altoids mint tins. Learn a

Three Gross Parasites

2009/7/23

There are some pretty disgusting parasites out there, but Josh and Chuck have settled on three parti

Is there a negative correlation between happiness and intelligence? Is ignorance truly bliss? Josh a

What is a body farm?

2009/7/16

Most farms host crops and animals, but body farms specialize in corpses. Join Josh and Chuck as they

Toxoplasmosis is a parasitic infection that favors cats, but it can also be found in humans. Discove

How Twinkies Work

2009/7/9

Twinkies have a reputation for being so processed that they can last for years and years, but they'r

Brainwashing is an extreme form of "thought reform," but does it actually work? Tune in to this podc

The EPA tests vehicles for maximum fuel efficiency, but those impressive estimates don't always pan

How Earthquakes Work

2009/6/30

What makes the earth quake? Join Josh and Chuck as they explore the science and history of earthquak

People who suffer with body dysmorphic disorder have a distorted, unhealthy view of their bodies. Le

In a lucid dream, the sleeper is aware that he or she is in a dream state. Does that mean you can co