Stuff to blow your mind
Stuff To Blow Your Mind
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Cheating in the Name of
Have you ever cheated on a test? You're not alone. ...
Have you ever cheated on a test? You're not alone. But what goes on in a student's mind when they reach for the cheat sheet and how does it play out in various cultures? In this episode, Robert and Julie look at what science has to say about cheating.
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The Way of the Sword
From samurai blades to claymores, the sword is one of ...
From samurai blades to claymores, the sword is one of humanity's most iconic inventions, and they've cut a bloody swath across history. In this episode, Robert and Julie consider the way of the sword, from their manufacture to their use in film and more.
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Anatomy of a Hangover
Before your next New Year's hangover, let's explore what creates ...
Before your next New Year's hangover, let's explore what creates that splitting headache and the realization that you're wearing half a gorilla costume. Join Julie and Robert as they lead you through the effects of drinking and tips to cure the condition.
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Newton: The Chuck Norris of Science
You are unprepared for the awesomeness of Sir Isaac Newton. ...
You are unprepared for the awesomeness of Sir Isaac Newton. Sure, he contributed to science, but a deeper look into his life shows just how Chuck Norrisy the man was. Plug in your headphones and prepare to enter the obsessive mind of a scientific master.
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Sunken Dangers
What mysteries rest at the bottom of the sea? Which ...
What mysteries rest at the bottom of the sea? Which embody nature's diversity? Which tell the tale of humanity's darker side? In this episode, Robert and Julie look to the vessels lost beneath the waves, and the things that linger in their rusting hearts.
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Spontaneous Human Combustion
Do people really just go up in flames? Do grannies ...
Do people really just go up in flames? Do grannies really flare up like roman candles in their rockers and is there anything in science that explains why a middle-aged bachelor might burn down to his sneakers without warning? In this episode, Julie and Robert enter the dubious world of spontaneous human combustion. Where does the science end and the nonsense begin?
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The Santa Claus Machine
How does Santa Claus make so many gifts? Clearly his ...
How does Santa Claus make so many gifts? Clearly his elves have harnessed the power of nanomanufacturing. But what does this mean for the planet? In this episode, Robert and Julie consider the possibilities of limitless custom manufacturing.
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Give the Gift of a Mystery Box
Why are mystery packages so appealing? How do they improve ...
Why are mystery packages so appealing? How do they improve our mental faculties and fuel our creativity? In this episode, Julie and Robert share tales of sealed envelopes, quantum thought experiments, virginity boxes and things Pandora should never have opened. You might even score a gift idea or two.
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Nanohealthcare: The Tiny Doctors Inside Me
Imagine a future in which replacement organs grow in magnetic ...
Imagine a future in which replacement organs grow in magnetic fields and smart pills work for months. Thanks to advances in nanotechnology, this age of super medicine is nearly here. In this episode, Robert and Julie explore the world of nanohealthcare.
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Pyromania: What's Your Relationship with Fire?
When does an appreciation for fire turn into an obsession ...
When does an appreciation for fire turn into an obsession with the flickering, golden god? Who are firebugs, and what drives them to burn? In this episode, Julie and Robert slip into their best burn suits and hide the matches as they explore pyromania.
