SYSK Selects: How Currency Works

SYSK Selects: How Currency Works

Even if you entirely eschew the concept of money, we'll bet you'd be hard pressed not to trade in some form of currency. Learn how everything from cows to cacao beans to tiny shells from Maldives have served as currency at some time or another.

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What's sarcopenia and what can you do about it?

What's sarcopenia and what can you do about it?

Sarcopenia is a form of muscle loss and coordination associated with aging. Luckily, a little extra effort can prevent its onset. Tune in to learn more about sarcopenia -- and how to prevent it -- in ...

18 Aug 200922min

Is fluoride making us stupid?

Is fluoride making us stupid?

Fluoride is a common additive in toothpaste and the water supply of some countries. It's purportedly good for dental health, but some evidence suggests that it's actually harmful. Discover the dark si...

13 Aug 200926min

What are Japanese stragglers?

What are Japanese stragglers?

During World War II, Japanese soldiers adopted a version of the samurai code of honor. Fiercely commited to this ideology, some continued to fight even after the war ended. Learn more about these "str...

11 Aug 200930min

What's up with competitive eating?

What's up with competitive eating?

Competitive eating is a modern "sport" that's very popular in the United States. Join Josh and Chuck as they delve into the fascinatingly gross world of competitive eating in this podcast from HowStuf...

6 Aug 200928min

How Agent Orange Worked

How Agent Orange Worked

Agent Orange was a potent herbicide used by the U.S. government during the Vietnam War. Learn more about the origins, use and devastating side effects of Agent Orange in this podcast from HowStuffWork...

4 Aug 200925min

How Whale Sharks Work

How Whale Sharks Work

Whale sharks are the biggest fish in the ocean. Tune in as Josh and Chuck discuss these gentle giants, and recount their experiences swimming with them in the Georgia Aquarium, in this podcast from Ho...

30 Jul 200927min

What are tinnovators?

What are tinnovators?

Tinnovators are folks who come up with new and innovative ways to use old Altoids mint tins. Learn about some of these "tinnovators" and their art in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Learn more a...

28 Jul 200924min

Three Gross Parasites

Three Gross Parasites

There are some pretty disgusting parasites out there, but Josh and Chuck have settled on three particularly gross ones. Tune in to learn more about flesh-eating parasites, guinea worms and tapeworms i...

23 Jul 200928min

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