How License Plates Work

How License Plates Work

The first tags were required just a few years after the firs cars debuted, as a way to catch jerks scaring horses and running down pedestrians. A century on, they continue to protect both. Plus they’ve accrued some interesting history along the way.

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How Silly Putty Works

How Silly Putty Works

When the Japanese invaded Southeast Asia in World War II, they cut off America's rubber supply. Luckily, American can-do created a synthetic rubber and saved the War. Learn about the inventor, fluid c...

4 Loka 201137min

How U.S. Marshals Work

How U.S. Marshals Work

Thought Chuck and Josh had already covered every law enforcement agency? Think again. The Marshals Service is the oldest law enforcement branch in the land, dating back to 1789. Listen up for how to g...

29 Syys 201130min

How Sword Swallowing Works

How Sword Swallowing Works

Houdini suggested that sword swallowing was merely a trick. But there's no sleight of hand or throat to this ancient practice. Practitioners really do swallow swords, car axles and more. Learn more ab...

27 Syys 201133min

How Family Crests Work

How Family Crests Work

After 800 years of creating coats and crests, some meaning has been lost to history, but much has been retained and is still in use. Find out what a mullet on field argent with stags rampant means in ...

22 Syys 201147min

How Acne Works

How Acne Works

Over the course of our lives, 80 percent of us will experience acne. Ultimately, acne comes down to one thing, a blockage in the sebaceous gland. Learn what makes a blackhead black, and everything els...

20 Syys 201141min

How the Moon Works

How the Moon Works

Did you know that science still doesn't know the exact origin of the moon? Do you know how the moon creates high and low tides? Do you know the difference between a waxing crescent and a waning gibbou...

15 Syys 201138min

How Casinos Work

How Casinos Work

Gambling predates the written word; dice made of bones have been discovered at prehistoric sites. Today, the concept of amassing a fortune in moments remains attractive. Join Josh and Chuck as they ta...

13 Syys 201142min

How the World Trade Center Memorial Works

How the World Trade Center Memorial Works

The World Trade Center was once a global symbol of progress. Since the attacks of Sept. 11, the area has undergone a massive rebuilding process. Chuck and Josh take a look at the World Trade Center, i...

8 Syys 201143min

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