How the Hoover Dam Works, Part I

How the Hoover Dam Works, Part I

It’s one of America’s biggest accomplishments in the 20th century, a slab of concrete holding back one of the country’s most finicky rivers, providing water and electricity to a swath of majors cities that otherwise couldn’t exist.

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How Christmas Worked

How Christmas Worked

On Christmas eve, Josh and Chuck decide to take that ineffable Stuff You Should Know approach to the celebration known as Christmas. Join the guys as they unravel the mysterious historical roots of th...

24 Des 200927min

Do concussions cause early death?

Do concussions cause early death?

In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck discuss the origins and complications of concussions, injuries in which the brain comes into contact with the skull. Learn more about your ad-...

22 Des 200926min

How Kleptomania Works

How Kleptomania Works

In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck discuss kleptomania, a disorder in which people have an overwhelming impulse to steal unnecessary items. Learn more about your ad-choices at h...

17 Des 200925min

How Narco States Work

How Narco States Work

In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck discuss Narco States, places where illegal drugs are traded openly with government support -- or without government interference. Learn more a...

15 Des 200931min

How the Hells Angels Work

How the Hells Angels Work

In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck discuss the notorious Hells Angels Motorcycle Club, more commonly referred to as the Hells Angels. Learn more about your ad-choices at https:/...

10 Des 200934min

Will the Large Hadron Collider destroy the Earth?

Will the Large Hadron Collider destroy the Earth?

In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck discuss the Large Hadron Collider, from its purpose and origins to how likely it is to wipe out all life in the universe. Learn more about you...

8 Des 200934min

How Near-Death Experiences Work

How Near-Death Experiences Work

The concept of a near-death experience is well-known in popular culture, but we still don't know why these seemingly supernatural events occur. Josh and Chuck explore the myriad theories that attempt ...

3 Des 200926min

How Food Cravings Work

How Food Cravings Work

Why do we crave certain foods? Does everyone experience food cravings? In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck explore the delicious topic of food cravings. Learn more about your ad-...

1 Des 200929min

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