Zippers: Humans’ Greatest Invention? No, But Still Good

Zippers: Humans’ Greatest Invention? No, But Still Good

The zipper may be the most unsung invention we humans have ever come up with. Prior to zippers, everyone walked around like idiots with nothing but buttons to hold their clothes together. The zipper changed all that. The zipper changed everything.

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What made the donkey and the elephant political?

What made the donkey and the elephant political?

Sure we take it for granted the elephant represents the Republican party and the donkey Democrats, but have you ever wondered why? Josh and Chuck explore the foundation of these bizarre political symb...

1 Des 201133min

Cash Debit or Credit: Which is best?

Cash Debit or Credit: Which is best?

Chuck and Josh take a stab at answering the age old question of whether cash or plastic is the best choice for paying your way through life. Join them as they look at shopping, theft, security and the...

29 Nov 201128min

How Thoroughbred Horses Work

How Thoroughbred Horses Work

It's been just 300 years since the Thoroughbred breed has been around, but it has produced some of the most storied animals humans have ever loved. Chuck and Josh dive into what makes these horses spe...

24 Nov 201136min

Crossbows: They Look Cool

Crossbows: They Look Cool

Sure, they look cool. It's as if someone put a bow and a rifle together, but in fact crossbows predate firearms by a few thousand years. Learn all about the advantages crossbows bestow, the physics be...

22 Nov 201124min

How Air Force One Works

How Air Force One Works

As you might imagine, the President of the United States doesn't fly coach. But what exactly does he use when traveling from point A to point B, and how does it actually work? join Josh and Chuck as t...

17 Nov 201131min

How Alcatraz Works

How Alcatraz Works

Sure, you've heard stories about Alcatraz. From high-profile escape attempts to tales of notorious inmates, the Rock is unique in American history. But how did it actually work? Join Josh and Chuck as...

15 Nov 201140min

How Presidential Debates Work

How Presidential Debates Work

The first televised Presidential debate had some odd results: The radio audience tended to believe Nixon won, while television viewers supported Kennedy. Today, debates continue weld an enormous influ...

10 Nov 201135min

How Gene Patents Work

How Gene Patents Work

Should a company be able to own the rights to something found inside your own body? In this episode, Chuck and Josh delve into the complicated, controversial world of gene patents. Tune in to learn mo...

8 Nov 201141min

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