Short Stuff: Watch Night

Short Stuff: Watch Night

Watch Night has been observed on New Year’s Eve by African-American Methodists in the US since 1862, to mark the passage of the Emancipation Act. But this religious holiday goes back even farther in history, with even more layers of meaning.

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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

How Hostage Negotiation Works

How Hostage Negotiation Works

In this episode, Josh and Chuck explain the finer points of hostage negotiation, including the symbolism of hostages, the negotiator's goals and tactics, Stockholm syndrome -- and what happens when pe...

26 Nov 200928min

What is Mutual Assured Destruction?

What is Mutual Assured Destruction?

In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck discuss nuclear profliferation, nuclear parity and the Cold War strategic doctrine called Mutual Assured Destruction (MAD). Learn more about y...

24 Nov 200924min

10 Odd Town Festivals

10 Odd Town Festivals

The world is full of festivals, some of which are really odd. Tune in as Josh and Chuck take a playful look at ten unusual town festivals in this episode of Stuff You Should Know. Learn more about yo...

19 Nov 200926min

What's the deal with totem poles?

What's the deal with totem poles?

If you've ever wondered where the expression "low man on the totem pole" comes from, this episode of Stuff You Should Know is a must-listen. Tune in as Josh and Chuck take a look at the origins, symbo...

17 Nov 200920min

How Population Works

How Population Works

Population may not seem like the most scintillating topic in the world, but Josh and Chuck beg to differ. Join them as they explore how population works, from demographics to population control, in th...

12 Nov 200928min

How will the future crime database work?

How will the future crime database work?

The US and England have databases containing DNA from millions of citizens. Originally only criminals were included, but as the programs expanded many more people were added. Learn how these databases...

10 Nov 200928min

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