How the Pony Express Worked

How the Pony Express Worked

For as long a shadow as it casts across the history of the Old West, the Pony Express was a failed business venture, doomed from the start, that only lasted 18 months. But since the last rider headed out with his bag of mail, its legend has only grown.

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How Health Care in the United States Works Right Now

How Health Care in the United States Works Right Now

The United States is abuzz with talk of health care reform, but why does the system need repairs in the first place? Josh and Chuck explore how the current American health care system works (and doesn...

15 Sep 200931min

Could microlending develop the world?

Could microlending develop the world?

Microlending is a practice that provides funds for entrepreneurs in developing countries who couldn't normally get loans. Tune in as Josh and Chuck discuss the pros and cons of microlending in this po...

10 Sep 200927min

What is geocaching?

What is geocaching?

Armed with only a GPS and a sense of adventure, geocachers use their wits to locate containers across the world. Join Chuck and Josh as they explore the history, practice and strange origin of geocach...

8 Sep 200927min

What is an Ig Nobel Prize?

What is an Ig Nobel Prize?

Each year, the Ig Nobel Prize is awarded to researchers for unusual -- and generally humorous -- contributions to science. Tune in as Josh and Chuck discuss the highlights of this unique awards ceremo...

3 Sep 200923min

Why is the U.S. so dependent on cars?

Why is the U.S. so dependent on cars?

Today, automobiles are undoubtedly the dominant form of transportation in the United States, but that wasn't always the case. Join Josh and Chuck as they explore the history of public transportation a...

1 Sep 200930min

How Muppets Work

How Muppets Work

Jim Henson's Muppets, including the beloved Kermit the Frog, first came to life in the mid-1950s. Join Josh and Chuck as they explore the history and nitty gritty details of the world's most famous pu...

27 Aug 200932min

How easy is it to steal a nuclear bomb?

How easy is it to steal a nuclear bomb?

Nuclear weapons are extremely well guarded, so stealing one would be quite tricky. Join Josh and Chuck as they discuss nabbing nuclear weapons, and some surprising facts about nuclear accidents, in th...

25 Aug 200926min

Is the Necronomicon real?

Is the Necronomicon real?

H.P. Lovecraft's strange, elaborate stories and mythologies have inspired a devoted following. Join Josh and Chuck -- and a special guest -- as they discuss Lovecraft's most famous creation, the "Necr...

20 Aug 200930min

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