How the Underground Railroad Worked

How the Underground Railroad Worked

As early as 1786, groups assembled to help slaves escape lives of bondage. And, as the 19th century progressed, the emergent Underground Railroad grew more sophisticated in aiding escaped slaves. But how did it work? Join Josh and Chuck to learn more.

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Will the moon save humanity?

Will the moon save humanity?

In this disaster-themed episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck ponder ways the world could end -- and how projects like the lunar Doomsday Ark propose to save humanity. Learn more about you...

21 Jan 201022min

Why are honeybees disappearing?

Why are honeybees disappearing?

In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck examine the various factors that have caused honeybee populations to decline -- and what you can do to help the honeybees. Learn more about yo...

19 Jan 201025min

How Organ Donation Works

How Organ Donation Works

Tune in as Josh and Chuck take a detailed look at organ donation -- from the earliest organ transplants to the organ black market -- in this episode of Stuff You Should Know. Learn more about your ad...

12 Jan 201036min

How Mercenaries Work

How Mercenaries Work

Mercenaries are soldiers of fortune who fight in wars and conflicts for profit. Join Josh and Chuck as they explore the fascinating history of mercenaries past and present in this episode of Stuff You...

7 Jan 201029min

How Noodling Works

How Noodling Works

Noodling is a type of fishing in which the participant uses his or her hand in lieu of fishing gear and bait. Discover the origins and practices of this unusual "sport" in this episode of Stuff You Sh...

5 Jan 201028min

How Human Experimentation Works

How Human Experimentation Works

Human experimentation is an age-old practice, dating back to 4 BCE. Listen in as Josh and Chuck give you the low-down on the historic, grisly underbelly of science and medicine -- human experimentatio...

31 Dec 200927min

How Pirates Work

How Pirates Work

Although today's pirates aren't storming the coast of Florida or other eastern states, piracy is still around in this modern age. Join Josh and Chuck as they look back at the history of piracy -- and ...

29 Dec 200932min

How Christmas Worked

How Christmas Worked

On Christmas eve, Josh and Chuck decide to take that ineffable Stuff You Should Know approach to the celebration known as Christmas. Join the guys as they unravel the mysterious historical roots of th...

24 Dec 200927min

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