Episodes (Page 129)
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Memory involves complex biological processes in the brain.
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Parkour combines agility and physical strength.
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Rollercoasters are complex applications of physics.
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Wills are essential legal documents for asset distribution.
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Flies are fascinating despite being disease vectors.
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Molecular gastronomy scientifically explores cooking techniques.
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Oil speculation occurs in derivative markets.
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Sherpas are an ethnic group, a surname, and an occupation.
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This episode was recorded live at SXSW in Austin.
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Igloos provided traditional Inuit shelter during hunts.
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Fainting goats experience muscle stiffening when startled.
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Nuclear meltdowns involve overheating and potential core breach.
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Freegans reject consumerism through scavenging and squatting.
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Mummies are preserved human or animal remains.
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Debates the controversial idea of sterilizing addicts.
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Cults are non-mainstream religious groups with a single leader.
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Fossils are preserved remains of once-living organisms.
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Discusses the WWII internment of Japanese-Americans.
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Stagflation combines high inflation, slow growth, high unemployment.
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Explores the science and psychology behind tickling.