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Will space tourism become a reality?
With private companies frantically searching for new ways to take ...
With private companies frantically searching for new ways to take people into orbit, it seems that space tourism could become a reality (for those who can afford it). But will it ever really happen? Tune in and learn more in this podcast.
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What is a restraining order, and how do you get one?
Restraining orders are cropping up in the news more and ...
Restraining orders are cropping up in the news more and more frequently, but how do they work? Join Marshall Brain as he breaks down the legality of restraining orders -- and how to get one.
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How does someone become a saint?
Many religions bestow a special status on people who demonstrate ...
Many religions bestow a special status on people who demonstrate a life of almost perfect virtue -- but how does canonization actually occur? In this episode, Marshall breaks down the process used to officially recognize a person as a saint.
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How Proton Therapy Works
As a method of treating cancer, proton therapy has great ...
As a method of treating cancer, proton therapy has great potential. But how does it work, exactly, and what makes it superior to other forms of cancer treatment? Tune in and find out.
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What is the worst invasive public species?
From kudzu to cane toads, invasive species are changing the ...
From kudzu to cane toads, invasive species are changing the world. But which of these transplants is the worst for the local landscape? Tune in as Marshall Brain tackles invasive species across the world -- and ultimately concludes which one is the worst.
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Can picking a movie theater get any more complicated?
With all the recent technological breakthroughs, choosing the right movie ...
With all the recent technological breakthroughs, choosing the right movie theatre has become increasingly complex. Why? Listen in as Marshall breaks down the different sound and video technologies available in modern movie theaters.
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How does emergency preparedness work?
In moments, a natural disaster can level cities, kill thousands ...
In moments, a natural disaster can level cities, kill thousands and force survivors to scavenge through the rubble for supplies. In this podcast, Marshall discusses the importance of preparedness and the types of supplies you may need in an emergency.
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How do strokes work?
In a stroke, something disrupts the normal blood supply to ...
In a stroke, something disrupts the normal blood supply to parts of the brain. Without oxygen, affected brain cells will begin to die. Tune in as Marshall explains the causes of -- and treatments for -- strokes.
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How can a valet rip you off?
Once relegated to high-end restaurants and clubs, valets are increasingly ...
Once relegated to high-end restaurants and clubs, valets are increasingly common across the United States. But how can you trust your valet -- and how will you know if the valet is scamming you? Tune in and find out.
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Semi Submarines
There's a reason that most submarines are owned by governments ...
There's a reason that most submarines are owned by governments - they're incredibly expensive. So what's a sub-loving consumer to do? Tune in as Marshall Brain breaks down the science behind semi subs (and why it makes them so much less expensive).
