How the Human Microbiome Project Works

How the Human Microbiome Project Works

If it was possible to take a full scan of all of the DNA of every cell in and on your body the results would be startling: Only 1 percent would be human. The other 99 percent comprises all of the bacteria, fungi, viruses and other microbes you literally cannot live without.

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Are stupid people happier?

Are stupid people happier?

Is there a negative correlation between happiness and intelligence? Is ignorance truly bliss? Josh and Chuck attempt to answer this age-old question by exploring the "science" of happiness in this pod...

21 Jul 200919min

What is a body farm?

What is a body farm?

Most farms host crops and animals, but body farms specialize in corpses. Join Josh and Chuck as they tackle the fascinatingly gross phenomenon of body farms in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Le...

16 Jul 200925min

How has toxoplasma turned the world into zombies?

How has toxoplasma turned the world into zombies?

Toxoplasmosis is a parasitic infection that favors cats, but it can also be found in humans. Discover the disturbing details of how toxoplasma gondii finds a host -- and how it affects human beings --...

14 Jul 200920min

How Twinkies Work

How Twinkies Work

Twinkies have a reputation for being so processed that they can last for years and years, but they're not as hardy as you'd expect. Uncover the sweet story of Twinkies in this podcast from HowStuffWor...

9 Jul 200925min

Is it possible to brainwash someone?

Is it possible to brainwash someone?

Brainwashing is an extreme form of "thought reform," but does it actually work? Tune in to this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com to find out. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodca...

7 Jul 200927min

How can hypermiling save you gas?

How can hypermiling save you gas?

The EPA tests vehicles for maximum fuel efficiency, but those impressive estimates don't always pan out in real life. Hypermiling is one sure-fire way to improve your fuel efficiency. Find out how it ...

2 Jul 200922min

How Earthquakes Work

How Earthquakes Work

What makes the earth quake? Join Josh and Chuck as they explore the science and history of earthquakes in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpo...

30 Jun 200926min

How Body Dysmorphic Disorder Works

How Body Dysmorphic Disorder Works

People who suffer with body dysmorphic disorder have a distorted, unhealthy view of their bodies. Learn more about this compulsive disorder in the following podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Learn more...

25 Jun 200924min

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