How Pain Works

How Pain Works

In recent decades we’ve come to understand that there’s a lot more to pain than: touch hot stove/feel burning hand. Pain is a far more sophisticated experience and, unfortunately, a system that can often go haywire, with terrible effects.

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Why would anyone want multiple spouses?

Why would anyone want multiple spouses?

Polygamy, the practice of having multiple spouses, is mostly illegal in the United States but very common in other parts of the world. In this episode, Josh and Chuck discuss polygamy and touch on a h...

5 Okt 201034min

Is tone deafness hereditary?

Is tone deafness hereditary?

If you're tone deaf, you can't hear the difference between musical pitches and notes. And it's probably a hereditary trait, as Josh and Chuck explain in this pitch-perfect episode on tone deafness. L...

30 Sep 201021min

How Roller Derby Works

How Roller Derby Works

Nowadays roller derby is increasingly popular across the US -- but how did it get its start, and how does it work? As Josh and Chuck delve into the world of roller derby, they touch on skateboarding, ...

28 Sep 201038min

Hypnosis: You're Getting Sleepy

Hypnosis: You're Getting Sleepy

The modern conception of hypnosis came into vogue in the late 18th century, and it's been the subject of much debate ever since. Does hypnosis really work? How? Josh and Chuck discuss the history, pra...

23 Sep 201031min

Octopus, Octopi, Octopod, Octopuses

Octopus, Octopi, Octopod, Octopuses

Whatever you call them, octopuses are amazing creatures. In this episode, octopus enthusiasts Josh and Chuck take a closer look at the unusual anatomy, unique abilities and fascinating habits of octop...

21 Sep 201036min

What is biospeleology?

What is biospeleology?

Biospeleology is the scientific study of cave organisms and ecosystems. In this episode, amateur biospeleologists Josh and Chuck explore the dark, dank world of caves and the weird and wonderful creat...

16 Sep 201029min

How Mirrors Work

How Mirrors Work

Whether using polished metal surfaces or clear glass, human beings have enjoyed admiring their reflections for centuries. In this episode, Josh and Chuck reflect on the types, mind-melting physics, su...

14 Sep 201026min

How Customs Works

How Customs Works

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9 Sep 201028min

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