Thar She Blows, Part 1

Thar She Blows, Part 1

In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss the science of whale spout, as well as various misconceptions about just how watery, caustic or explosive these plumes really are. (Part 1 of 2)

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Death on Ice

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Time Travel: Hey, Grandpa

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Time Travel: Hey, Future Self

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Galactic Youngsters

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Will aliens destroy us?

Will aliens destroy us?

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What's the dirt on composting?

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If you're concerned about generating waste in your household, why not start composting? Breaking solid waste down with some help from microorganisms is a sure-fire way to decrease your waste, and it's...

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Are robots alive?

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With each year, scientists are building increasingly complex robots, leading to one vital question: At what point does a robot become defined as a living thing, rather than a mechanical device? Tune i...

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Road Trip: FIRST Robotics

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In this episode, Robert and Allison take a road trip to the Georgia Dome, where they grab an exclusive look at the FIRST Robotics competition. Tune in and learn more about the world's largest grade-sc...

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