http://www.howstuffworks.com/ How do bitcoins work? What exactly are ghosts? Join Josh and Chuck as they explore the Stuff You Should Know about everything from psychology to propellant in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. en-us Copyright 2011 HowStuffWorks.com Mon, 17 Jun 2013 16:20:55 -0400 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) 60 Society & Culture http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/sysk-audio-1600.jpg http://www.howstuffworks.com/ podcast@howstuffworks.com HowStuffWorks.com HowStuffWorks.com no how stuff works, howstuffworks, how it works, stuff you should know Stuff You Should Know How do bitcoins work? What exactly are ghosts? Join Josh and Chuck as they explore the Stuff You Should Know about everything from psychology to propellant in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-06-18-sysk-bitcoins.mp3 In 2008 Bitcoin, the world's first decentralized, anarchistic all-digital currency, was introduced to the world. Its value has risen, fallen and risen again and speculators, techies, libertarians and economists alike are taking it seriously. Mon, 17 Jun 2013 16:18:10 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-06-18-sysk-bitcoins.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, bitcoin, satoshi nakamoto, speculators, economics, digital currency, bitcoin mining, encryption, public-key, mt gox 00:37:35 In 2008 Bitcoin, the world's first decentralized, anarchistic all-digital currency, was introduced to the world. Its value has risen, fallen and risen again and speculators, techies, libertarians and economists alike are taking it seriously. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-06-13-sysk-capgras.mp3 There is an extremely rare condition where the sufferer is convinvced that everyone around him is an impostor posing as their friends and family. Learn about the neurology behind this strange and sad mental disorder in this episode. Tue, 11 Jun 2013 11:11:34 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-06-13-sysk-capgras.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, capgras syndrome, capgras delusion, mental illness, impostors, delusional misidentification, prosopagnosia, vs ramachandran, fregoli syndrome, cotard's delusion, 00:26:01 There is an extremely rare condition where the sufferer is convinvced that everyone around him is an impostor posing as their friends and family. Learn about the neurology behind this strange and sad mental disorder in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-06-11-sysk-drag-queens.mp3 You can trace the origin of men dressing as women in public back to classic Greek theater, but modern drag queens own their real inception to vaudville. Dip your toe into the politics and culture of this unique phenomenon with Josh and Chuck. Tue, 11 Jun 2013 11:05:06 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-06-11-sysk-drag-queens.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, drag queens, drag show, greek theater, kabuki, vaudeville, panto, stonewall inn, paris is burning, priscilla queen of the desert, wigstock, crossdressing, transgender 00:43:14 You can trace the origin of men dressing as women in public back to classic Greek theater, but modern drag queens own their real inception to vaudville. Dip your toe into the politics and culture of this unique phenomenon with Josh and Chuck. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-06-06-sysk-trees-affect-weather.mp3 Sure, you know that trees have an impact on climate change: to wit, fewer trees mean more atmospheric CO2. But did you know that trees can actually impact local and immediate weather? Learn about why you should love trees even more than you do. Thu, 06 Jun 2013 09:21:40 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-06-06-sysk-trees-affect-weather.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, trees affect weather, climate change, clouds, planting trees, carbon offsets, ecology, tropics, boreal forest 00:28:47 Sure, you know that trees have an impact on climate change: to wit, fewer trees mean more atmospheric CO2. But did you know that trees can actually impact local and immediate weather? Learn about why you should love trees even more than you do. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-06-04-sysk-lost-colony-roanoke.mp3 Before Jamestown became the first successful English colony in the New World, an entire group of settlers vanished. For the last 430 years, Roanoke has been an American mystery. Learn the theories of what became of the lost colonists in this episode. Tue, 04 Jun 2013 13:26:40 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-06-04-sysk-lost-colony-roanoke.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, lost colony at Roanoke, north carolina, croatoan, lumbee tribe, what happened to Roanoke colonists, Sir walter raleigh, jamestown, native americans 00:34:52 Before Jamestown became the first successful English colony in the New World, an entire group of settlers vanished. For the last 430 years, Roanoke has been an American mystery. Learn the theories of what became of the lost colonists in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-05-30-sysk-coffins.mp3 Sure, you've probably laid in one at the store or a funeral home, but how much do you know about receptacles used to bury the dead? We'll bet you'll learn plenty - like the difference between a coffin and a casket - in this episode. Tue, 28 May 2013 13:45:07 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-05-30-sysk-coffins.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, panama canal, panama, panama history, united states and panama, canals, engineering 00:41:43 Sure, you've probably laid in one at the store or a funeral home, but how much do you know about receptacles used to bury the dead? We'll bet you'll learn plenty - like the difference between a coffin and a casket - in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-05-28-sysk-police-chases.mp3 Entire TV shows are dedicated to them and Americans love to watch a live one, but police chases aren’t as routine as they seem. While police assert chases are important tools, critics say cops engage in chases too often and too easily. Tue, 28 May 2013 10:33:37 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-05-28-sysk-police-chases.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, police chases, police pursuit, suspect, high speed chase, police chases legal, laws on police chases 00:27:41 Entire TV shows are dedicated to them and Americans love to watch a live one, but police chases aren’t as routine as they seem. While police assert chases are important tools, critics say cops engage in chases too often and too easily. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-05-23-sysk-ptsd.mp3 With Post-traumatic Stress Disorder the sufferer relives, over and over again, the worst moment of his life. What’s worse is medicine still doesn’t know how to treat it. Learn about this condition and how it’s leading to a n understanding of memory. Thu, 23 May 2013 10:26:16 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-05-23-sysk-ptsd.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, PTSD, post-traumatic stress disorder, mental health, military, suicide, ptsd treatment, shell shock 00:40:50 With Post-traumatic Stress Disorder the sufferer relives, over and over again, the worst moment of his life. What’s worse is medicine still doesn’t know how to treat it. Learn about this condition and how it’s leading to a n understanding of memory. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-05-21-sysk-cicadas.mp3 Cicadas are crawling out from underground, where they have been hiding in the darkness for almost two decades. As of May 2013, they're invading the East Coast From North Carolina to New York. But why? Learn more about cicadas with Josh and Chuck. Tue, 21 May 2013 16:05:20 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-05-21-sysk-cicadas.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, cicadas, insects, insect life cycles, cicada cycle, how cicadas work 00:30:04 Cicadas are crawling out from underground, where they have been hiding in the darkness for almost two decades. As of May 2013, they're invading the East Coast From North Carolina to New York. But why? Learn more about cicadas with Josh and Chuck. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-05-16-sysk-aerosol-cans.mp3 In the 87 years since they were invented aerosol cans have protected soldiers, temporarily fixed flat tires, killed a boy who used too much deodorant and had their contents banned by most countries for wrecking the ozone layer. Tune in to learn more. Thu, 16 May 2013 11:24:31 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-05-16-sysk-aerosol-cans.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, aerosol can, propellant, flat tires, how aerosol cans work 00:24:39 In the 87 years since they were invented aerosol cans have protected soldiers, temporarily fixed flat tires, killed a boy who used too much deodorant and had their contents banned by most countries for wrecking the ozone layer. Tune in to learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-05-14-sysk-electroconvulsive-therapy.mp3 With the exception of lobotomies, no other psychological treatment has a worse reputation. But thanks to some thoughtful tweaks, ECT has lately emerged from the dark ages and toward the respectable forefront of treatment for major depression. Tue, 14 May 2013 15:58:59 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-05-14-sysk-electroconvulsive-therapy.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh clark, chuck bryant, lobotomy, ect, electroconvulsive therapy, treatment for depression, psychological treatment 00:26:41 With the exception of lobotomies, no other psychological treatment has a worse reputation. But thanks to some thoughtful tweaks, ECT has lately emerged from the dark ages and toward the respectable forefront of treatment for major depression. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-05-09-sysk-foot-binding.mp3 Once in a while, all the necessary factors converge to produce a peculiar nationalized sexual fetish. In China, that fetish was foot binding and over a millennia three billion Chinese women’s feet were brutally disfigured for men’s pleasure. Thu, 09 May 2013 15:33:26 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-05-09-sysk-foot-binding.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, foot binding, china, chinese foot binding, how foot binding worked, chinese history 00:28:13 Once in a while, all the necessary factors converge to produce a peculiar nationalized sexual fetish. In China, that fetish was foot binding and over a millennia three billion Chinese women’s feet were brutally disfigured for men’s pleasure. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-05-07-sysk-fair-trade.mp3 The West has gotten rich off the backs of underpaid labor living elsewhere; people who are dedicated to Fair Trade feel it’s time people at a disadvantage should stop being exploited. The concept is simple – just pay workers fairly for their labor. Tue, 07 May 2013 11:18:40 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-05-07-sysk-fair-trade.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no owstuffworks, josh, chuck, fair trade, resource extraction, inequality, global trade, economics 00:30:52 The West has gotten rich off the backs of underpaid labor living elsewhere; people who are dedicated to Fair Trade feel it’s time people at a disadvantage should stop being exploited. The concept is simple – just pay workers fairly for their labor. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-05-02-sysk-dungeons-and-dragons.mp3 Despite what you’ve heard, Dungeons and Dragons isn’t just for geeks, it isn’t satanic and it’s actually a great way to exercise your imagination. Learn about the basics of D&D, its place in pop culture and the controversy the game has stirred. Thu, 02 May 2013 10:02:31 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-05-02-sysk-dungeons-and-dragons.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, dungeons and dragons, role playing games, how dungeons and dragons works, tabletop gaming 00:48:17 Despite what you’ve heard, Dungeons and Dragons isn’t just for geeks, it isn’t satanic and it’s actually a great way to exercise your imagination. Learn about the basics of D&D, its place in pop culture and the controversy the game has stirred. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-04-30-sysk-truth-serums.mp3 Ever since people have had secrets, other people have been looking for ways to get it out of them. Law enforcement and chemistry alike have searched for a drug that can remove the ability to lie. Join Josh and Chuck as they check in to see how it’s going. Tue, 30 Apr 2013 13:49:06 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-04-30-sysk-truth-serums.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no owstuffworks, josh, chuck, truth serum, interrogation, law enforcement, is there such a thing as a truth serum 00:37:02 Ever since people have had secrets, other people have been looking for ways to get it out of them. Law enforcement and chemistry alike have searched for a drug that can remove the ability to lie. Join Josh and Chuck as they check in to see how it’s going. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-04-25-sysk-yawn.mp3 What is it that makes us suddenly draw in a deep breath through a wide-open mouth? researchers really don’t know. Whether the answer is physical, mental or even contagious there is pretty much no chance you won’t yawn during this episode. Thu, 25 Apr 2013 13:03:32 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-04-25-sysk-yawn.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, yawn, biology, sociology, science of yawning, why do we yawn 00:29:05 What is it that makes us suddenly draw in a deep breath through a wide-open mouth? researchers really don’t know. Whether the answer is physical, mental or even contagious there is pretty much no chance you won’t yawn during this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-04-23-sysk-magnets.mp3 Whether you're sticking them to the fridge or using them to transpose sound to tape, magnets are surprisingly interesting. And knowing just how and why magnets work will make you more interesting, which is why you should listen to this episode of SYSK. Tue, 23 Apr 2013 10:38:58 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-04-23-sysk-magnets.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, magnets, magnetism, ferromagnetic, magnetic fields, how magnets work 00:36:58 Whether you're sticking them to the fridge or using them to transpose sound to tape, magnets are surprisingly interesting. And knowing just how and why magnets work will make you more interesting, which is why you should listen to this episode of SYSK. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-04-18-sysk-insanity-defense.mp3 The idea that a person who can’t understand the crime they’ve committed should be inculpable is a longstanding pillar of Western criminal law. Learn about some of the prominent and overlooked cases where the accused has plead insanity in this episode. Thu, 18 Apr 2013 15:56:21 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-04-18-sysk-insanity-defense.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, insanity defense, western laws, court, legal insanity, legal history 00:31:19 The idea that a person who can’t understand the crime they’ve committed should be inculpable is a longstanding pillar of Western criminal law. Learn about some of the prominent and overlooked cases where the accused has plead insanity in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-04-16-sysk-marriage.mp3 You can tell a lot about a culture through marriage statistics: what age people get married, how many divorce, who is excluded from legal marriage. It forms a picture of how a society interacts with itself. Learn more about marriage in this episode. Tue, 16 Apr 2013 11:14:22 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-04-16-sysk-marriage.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, marriage, matrimony, wedding, marriage statistics, divorce, relationships, marriage law 00:41:17 You can tell a lot about a culture through marriage statistics: what age people get married, how many divorce, who is excluded from legal marriage. It forms a picture of how a society interacts with itself. Learn more about marriage in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-04-11-sysk-men-women-brains.mp3 It’s a touchy subject – if you find gender-based differences between brains, does that mean there are differences in intellect? Surprisingly, though there are demonstrable differences, men and women use their brains differently to achieve the same ends. Thu, 11 Apr 2013 16:58:36 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-04-11-sysk-men-women-brains.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, neuroscience, gender-based brain differences, male brain, female brain, cognition 00:26:07 It’s a touchy subject – if you find gender-based differences between brains, does that mean there are differences in intellect? Surprisingly, though there are demonstrable differences, men and women use their brains differently to achieve the same ends. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-04-09-sysk-platypus.mp3 It's pretty much impossible to describe duckbill platypuses without using the word “hodgepodge”. These mammals share features with birds, reptiles and even sharks. Learn about these peculiar little creatures in this episode. Tue, 09 Apr 2013 11:22:24 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-04-09-sysk-platypus.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, playpus, mammal, biology, duckbill platypus, evolution, adaptation 00:25:15 It's pretty much impossible to describe duckbill platypuses without using the word “hodgepodge”. These mammals share features with birds, reptiles and even sharks. Learn about these peculiar little creatures in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-04-04-sysk-grief.mp3 Since 1969, the five stages of grief have become pretty well known. But later researchers are finding that grief is rarely cut and dried, and may not be as widely experienced as we thought. Join Josh and Chuck as they look at the sad science of grief. Thu, 04 Apr 2013 13:33:34 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-04-04-sysk-grief.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, grief emotion, five stages of grief, psychology, clinical psychology, sadness 00:42:07 Since 1969, the five stages of grief have become pretty well known. But later researchers are finding that grief is rarely cut and dried, and may not be as widely experienced as we thought. Join Josh and Chuck as they look at the sad science of grief. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-04-02-sysk-panama-canal.mp3 The Panama Canal is one of the greatest engineering feats ever undertaken. First conceived of in the 1580s and completed in 1914, the canal's fascinating history includes a stint where it was considered U.S. soil. Learn all about it on this episode. Tue, 02 Apr 2013 13:19:25 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-04-02-sysk-panama-canal.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, panama canal, panama, panama history, united states and panama, canals, engineering 00:33:13 The Panama Canal is one of the greatest engineering feats ever undertaken. First conceived of in the 1580s and completed in 1914, the canal's fascinating history includes a stint where it was considered U.S. soil. Learn all about it on this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-03-28-sysk-no-fly-zone.mp3 They have become such a ubiquitous tool for international interventions that it seems like no-fly zones have been around forever. But it was only the 1990s that the first one was enacted. Learn about this peculiar military tool with Chuck and Josh. Thu, 28 Mar 2013 16:15:07 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-03-28-sysk-no-fly-zone.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, no-fly zone, international intervention, nato, un, united nations 00:27:01 They have become such a ubiquitous tool for international interventions that it seems like no-fly zones have been around forever. But it was only the 1990s that the first one was enacted. Learn about this peculiar military tool with Chuck and Josh. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-03-26-sysk-peaceful-time-in-history.mp3 There's a lot of debate about whether pre-agricultural humans existed in a more harmonious state than we do today. Did we slip out of Eden when we began building large scale societies? Or is it possible that the most peaceful time in history is right now? Tue, 26 Mar 2013 12:01:09 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-03-26-sysk-peaceful-time-in-history.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, peaceful time in history, eden, technology, world peace, crime, society 00:28:13 There's a lot of debate about whether pre-agricultural humans existed in a more harmonious state than we do today. Did we slip out of Eden when we began building large scale societies? Or is it possible that the most peaceful time in history is right now? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-03-21-sysk-allergies.mp3 About 30-40 percent of humans suffer from some sort of allergy. The big joke, though, is that every sufferer is the victim of mistaken identity. Allergies are the result of a hypersensitive immune system mistaking a harmless protein for a foreign invader. Thu, 21 Mar 2013 16:42:49 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-03-21-sysk-allergies.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, allergies, allergens, health, sneezing, cold, pollen, allergic reactions 00:27:08 About 30-40 percent of humans suffer from some sort of allergy. The big joke, though, is that every sufferer is the victim of mistaken identity. Allergies are the result of a hypersensitive immune system mistaking a harmless protein for a foreign invader. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-03-19-sysk-apartheid.mp3 After WWII, the government of South Africa turned inward to focus its attention on domination of the white minority over the non-white majority. It took an internal struggle and the voice of the world to finally end the terrible practice of “apartness.” Tue, 19 Mar 2013 15:21:32 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-03-19-sysk-apartheid.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, apartheid, discrimination, south africa, south african history 00:37:01 After WWII, the government of South Africa turned inward to focus its attention on domination of the white minority over the non-white majority. It took an internal struggle and the voice of the world to finally end the terrible practice of “apartness.” HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-03-14-sysk-us-postal-service.mp3 The USPS is currently teetering on the edge of going under and there are a lot of plans to save it, from cutting service to creating federally-protected email addresses. Join Chuck and Josh as they explore the history and future of the postal service. Thu, 14 Mar 2013 16:22:56 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-03-14-sysk-us-postal-service.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, usps, postal service, post office, mail, future of the post office 00:45:16 The USPS is currently teetering on the edge of going under and there are a lot of plans to save it, from cutting service to creating federally-protected email addresses. Join Chuck and Josh as they explore the history and future of the postal service. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-03-12-sysk-police-sketches.mp3 Creating composite drawings of suspected criminals from eyewitness accounts has been around since a Frenchman introduced it in the 19th century. Despite the introduction of new techniques and software it hasn’t changed all that much. Tue, 12 Mar 2013 12:11:25 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-03-12-sysk-police-sketches.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, police sketches, forensics, law enforcement, witnesses, police work 00:39:13 Creating composite drawings of suspected criminals from eyewitness accounts has been around since a Frenchman introduced it in the 19th century. Despite the introduction of new techniques and software it hasn’t changed all that much. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-03-09-sysk-singularity.mp3 Futurists have unnervingly predicted an impending moment in human history: the Singularity, when a superhuman artificial intelligence is created. What will become of humans? Enslavement? Extermination? Utopia? Find out with Josh and Chuck. Sat, 09 Mar 2013 12:40:45 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-03-09-sysk-singularity.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, singularity, immortality, artificial intelligence, ai, futurist, technology, cyborg, digital immortality 00:39:27 Futurists have unnervingly predicted an impending moment in human history: the Singularity, when a superhuman artificial intelligence is created. What will become of humans? Enslavement? Extermination? Utopia? Find out with Josh and Chuck. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-03-09-sysk-zombies.mp3 In movies and stories, zombies are undead menaces that lurch around mindlessly, in search of flesh -- and braaaaaains! Where did the idea for zombies originate? Do they exist outside of fiction? Tune in to this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com to find out. Sat, 09 Mar 2013 12:39:31 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-03-09-sysk-zombies.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, zombies, wade davis, serpent and the rainbow, pufferfish poison, haiti, undead, reanimation 00:36:17 In movies and stories, zombies are undead menaces that lurch around mindlessly, in search of flesh -- and braaaaaains! Where did the idea for zombies originate? Do they exist outside of fiction? Tune in to this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com to find out. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-03-09-sysk-space-elevator.mp3 With the end of the shuttle program and an International Space Station still in need of supplies, the aerospace industry is working the kinks of out of a century-old idea to build a service elevator from Earth to outer space. Sat, 09 Mar 2013 12:38:00 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-03-09-sysk-space-elevator.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, elevator to space, space exploration, outer space, nasa, space elevator 00:30:10 With the end of the shuttle program and an International Space Station still in need of supplies, the aerospace industry is working the kinks of out of a century-old idea to build a service elevator from Earth to outer space. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-03-09-sysk-sleepwalking.mp3 Sleep behaviors are pretty fascinating. Some people snore, some grind their teeth -- and some take a little stroll, or perhaps a drive. In this episode, Josh and Chuck investigate how sleepwalking, or somnambulism, works. Sat, 09 Mar 2013 12:30:47 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-03-09-sysk-sleepwalking.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, sleepwalking, sleep, consciousness, waking, somnambulism, somnambulist 00:25:49 Sleep behaviors are pretty fascinating. Some people snore, some grind their teeth -- and some take a little stroll, or perhaps a drive. In this episode, Josh and Chuck investigate how sleepwalking, or somnambulism, works. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-03-07-sysk-french-foreign-legion.mp3 Anyone who knows anything about Jean-Claude Van Damme knows he played a French legionnaire in the movies. He was just one of many actors to star in films that romanticized this mercenary force. Check out the details in this episode with Josh and Chuck. Thu, 07 Mar 2013 17:33:15 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-03-07-sysk-french-foreign-legion.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, french foreign legion, mercenary, military, militia, armed forces, french military, french history 00:21:38 Anyone who knows anything about Jean-Claude Van Damme knows he played a French legionnaire in the movies. He was just one of many actors to star in films that romanticized this mercenary force. Check out the details in this episode with Josh and Chuck. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-03-05-sysk-one-hit-wonder.mp3 The term “one-hit wonder” gets thrown around a lot, but Chuck Bryant went to the trouble to really define what makes a one-hit wonder in the article this episode is based on. Join him and Josh as they get to the bottom of this disparaging term. Tue, 05 Mar 2013 15:38:53 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-03-05-sysk-one-hit-wonder.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, one-hit wonder, music, pop music, fads, popularity, singles, science of one-hit wonders 00:29:40 The term “one-hit wonder” gets thrown around a lot, but Chuck Bryant went to the trouble to really define what makes a one-hit wonder in the article this episode is based on. Join him and Josh as they get to the bottom of this disparaging term. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-02-28-sysk-papacy.mp3 In February 2013, Pope Benedict said he would become the first pope to retire in 600 years. Check out this episode of Stuff You Should Know to find out just what the pope does and the process of choosing a new one. Thu, 28 Feb 2013 15:53:43 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-02-28-sysk-papacy.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, papacy, retiring pope, vatican, pope, catholicism, catholic church, pope benedict xvi 00:34:32 In February 2013, Pope Benedict said he would become the first pope to retire in 600 years. Check out this episode of Stuff You Should Know to find out just what the pope does and the process of choosing a new one. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-02-26-sysk-cpr.mp3 You have a golden opportunity to make yourself into a worthwhile human being by learning how to perform CPR. The chances are you’ll never need to use it, but knowing how never hurts. Listen in and get primed to take a course on real-life life-savin’. Tue, 26 Feb 2013 11:48:50 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-02-26-sysk-cpr.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, cpr, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, emergency care, first aid, medicine, emt 00:29:32 You have a golden opportunity to make yourself into a worthwhile human being by learning how to perform CPR. The chances are you’ll never need to use it, but knowing how never hurts. Listen in and get primed to take a course on real-life life-savin’. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-02-23-sysk-comic-con-time-travel.mp3 How does time travel work? Could it ever cross the line from science fiction into science fact? Join Josh and Chuck -- along with a live audience at the 2012 Comic-Con -- as they explore the ins and outs of time travel. Sat, 23 Feb 2013 12:27:28 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-02-23-sysk-comic-con-time-travel.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, time travel, comic-con, live podcast, science fiction 00:26:57 How does time travel work? Could it ever cross the line from science fiction into science fact? Join Josh and Chuck -- along with a live audience at the 2012 Comic-Con -- as they explore the ins and outs of time travel. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-02-23-sysk-spies.mp3 Psst. You want to know how governments and corporations get the drop on one another? The frontline of intelligence is populated by spies. Learn about how spies get and transfer information (and why they do it) in this episode of Stuff You Should Know. Sat, 23 Feb 2013 12:22:49 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-02-23-sysk-spies.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, spies, espionage, intelligence agency, corporate espionage 00:43:38 Psst. You want to know how governments and corporations get the drop on one another? The frontline of intelligence is populated by spies. Learn about how spies get and transfer information (and why they do it) in this episode of Stuff You Should Know. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-02-21-sysk-world-stopped-spinning.mp3 Over 400 million years, the day has grown two hours longer thanks to Earth's slowing axial rotation. While it will be a long time before it stops spinning, it never hurts to plan. Listen to Chuck and Josh discuss what a still Earth would look like. Thu, 21 Feb 2013 13:11:57 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-02-21-sysk-world-stopped-spinning.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, axial rotation, what if earth stopped spinning, physics, astronomy, earth rotation, earth axis 00:20:20 Over 400 million years, the day has grown two hours longer thanks to Earth's slowing axial rotation. While it will be a long time before it stops spinning, it never hurts to plan. Listen to Chuck and Josh discuss what a still Earth would look like. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-02-19-sysk-surfing.mp3 You know the Beach Boys and you’ve seen Hang Ten shirts, but there’s a lot more to surfing. Join Josh and Chuck to learn more about surfing, from how to pop up on the board to the physics of waves and the Sport of Kings’ Hawai’ian origin. Tue, 19 Feb 2013 12:10:53 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-02-19-sysk-surfing.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, surfing, water, water sports, hawaii, sport of kings, waves, hang ten, beach sports, surfing history 00:49:15 You know the Beach Boys and you’ve seen Hang Ten shirts, but there’s a lot more to surfing. Join Josh and Chuck to learn more about surfing, from how to pop up on the board to the physics of waves and the Sport of Kings’ Hawai’ian origin. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-02-14-sysk-myths-about-brain.mp3 As is usual for SYSK, Josh and Chuck go over some, but not all, of the entries in this list of ten myths about the brain. While it lives in your noggin you don’t really have much of a grasp on your brain and how it works. You think you do, but you don’t. Thu, 14 Feb 2013 16:27:10 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-02-14-sysk-myths-about-brain.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, brain myths, brain, cognition, neurobiology, cortex, thinking, biology, anatomy 00:24:52 As is usual for SYSK, Josh and Chuck go over some, but not all, of the entries in this list of ten myths about the brain. While it lives in your noggin you don’t really have much of a grasp on your brain and how it works. You think you do, but you don’t. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-02-12-sysk-jet-lag.mp3 Jet lag has only been a real condition since 1958. Also known as desynchronosis, jet lag can lead to sleeplessness, irritability, diabetes and cancer. Learn about how the body’s natural clock runs and what happens when we cross time zones quickly. Tue, 12 Feb 2013 11:38:58 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-02-12-sysk-jet-lag.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, desychronosis, jet lag, flight, aircraft, time zone, body clock, travel, travel ailments, jets 00:34:22 Jet lag has only been a real condition since 1958. Also known as desynchronosis, jet lag can lead to sleeplessness, irritability, diabetes and cancer. Learn about how the body’s natural clock runs and what happens when we cross time zones quickly. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-02-09-sysk-weather-modification.mp3 It began with old-timey guys dropping dry ice on clouds. Since then weather modification was used to keep the 2008 opening ceremonies dry and flood the Ho Chi Minh Trail, but does it work? Learn about weather control plans, diabolical or otherwise. Sat, 09 Feb 2013 18:09:10 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-02-09-sysk-weather-modification.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, weather modification, cloud seeding, weather control, silver iodide, ho chi minh trail, england 00:32:21 It began with old-timey guys dropping dry ice on clouds. Since then weather modification was used to keep the 2008 opening ceremonies dry and flood the Ho Chi Minh Trail, but does it work? Learn about weather control plans, diabolical or otherwise. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-02-09-sysk-flesh-eating-bacteria-republish.mp3 Possibly the most horrifically-named disease anyone could contract, flesh-eating bacteria can lead quickly lead to amputations and death. Learn about how this disease works and how to prevent it in this episode with Chuck and Josh. Sat, 09 Feb 2013 18:07:39 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-02-09-sysk-flesh-eating-bacteria.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, flesh-eating bacteria, amputation, disease, necrotizing fasciitis, 00:27:03 Possibly the most horrifically-named disease anyone could contract, flesh-eating bacteria can lead quickly lead to amputations and death. Learn about how this disease works and how to prevent it in this episode with Chuck and Josh. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-02-07-sysk-willpower.mp3 You use it to overcome your lower self (which wants you to eat cake until your vision blurs) in pursuit of the goals of your higher self (which wants you to avoid diabetes). Yet it was only the 1990s that researchers have begun to understand willpower. Thu, 07 Feb 2013 15:41:31 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-02-07-sysk-willpower.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, lower self, higher self, willpower, determination, self-discipline 00:31:16 You use it to overcome your lower self (which wants you to eat cake until your vision blurs) in pursuit of the goals of your higher self (which wants you to avoid diabetes). Yet it was only the 1990s that researchers have begun to understand willpower. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-02-05-sysk-garbage-powered-cars.mp3 We’re not so far off from being able to power cars using beer and banana peels, like Doc in Back to the Future. Rather than solving the energy crisis with Mr. Fusion, though, we’ll use the centuries-old technique of creating syngas through pyrolysis. Tue, 05 Feb 2013 11:23:58 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-02-05-sysk-garbage-powered-cars.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, garbage-powered car, automobile, carstuff, alternative energy, cars, garbage 00:25:33 We’re not so far off from being able to power cars using beer and banana peels, like Doc in Back to the Future. Rather than solving the energy crisis with Mr. Fusion, though, we’ll use the centuries-old technique of creating syngas through pyrolysis. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-01-31-sysk-gold.mp3 Over the course of history, humanity has only mined 161,00 metric tons of gold. Considering about 85 percent of gold is recycled, there’s a chance your jewelry may once have been part of an Incan headdress or Mycenaean face mask. Listen in to learn more. Thu, 31 Jan 2013 10:39:29 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-01-31-sysk-gold.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, gold, precious metals, history of gold, minerals, jewelry, mining, gold mining 00:45:54 Over the course of history, humanity has only mined 161,00 metric tons of gold. Considering about 85 percent of gold is recycled, there’s a chance your jewelry may once have been part of an Incan headdress or Mycenaean face mask. Listen in to learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-01-29-sysk-stunt-people.mp3 They get blown up, shot, drowned and thrown out of windows on the silver screen – and we don’t even know their names. Stuntpeople are the unsung heroes of the movie industry. Learn the ins and outs of the stunt world and how one becomes a stunt person. Tue, 29 Jan 2013 10:36:10 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-01-29-sysk-stunt-people.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, stuffyoushouldknow.com, stunt performer, stuntman, stunt woman, daredevil, movies 00:39:17 They get blown up, shot, drowned and thrown out of windows on the silver screen – and we don’t even know their names. Stuntpeople are the unsung heroes of the movie industry. Learn the ins and outs of the stunt world and how one becomes a stunt person. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-01-26-sysk-bees.mp3 With less than a million neurons in their heads, bees shouldn’t be able to do much. Yet bees are capable of high functions like population economics and navigating by the sun on overcast days. Learn about these fascinating insects in this episode. Sat, 26 Jan 2013 18:27:49 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-01-26-sysk-bees.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, stuffyoushouldknow.com, bees, insects, queen bee, bee intelligence 00:43:20 With less than a million neurons in their heads, bees shouldn’t be able to do much. Yet bees are capable of high functions like population economics and navigating by the sun on overcast days. Learn about these fascinating insects in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-01-24-sysk-fecal-transplant.mp3 Medical ecology is concerned with understanding how microbes living inside us keep us healthy. The field’s first breakthrough is the fecal transplant, moving poop from a healthy person and into the gut of a sick person. It’s a real thing, and it works. Thu, 24 Jan 2013 09:47:26 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-01-24-sysk-fecal-transplant.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, fecal transplant, fecal matter, poop, medical ecology, microbes, health 00:32:18 Medical ecology is concerned with understanding how microbes living inside us keep us healthy. The field’s first breakthrough is the fecal transplant, moving poop from a healthy person and into the gut of a sick person. It’s a real thing, and it works. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-01-22-sysk-fracking.mp3 Fracking, the process of breaking trapped resources like natural gas and oil from shale, has led to a revolution in energy production in the U.S. It’s also given rise to increasing worries that the process can have sweeping environmental impacts. Tue, 22 Jan 2013 14:11:57 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-01-22-sysk-fracking.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, fracking, resource extraction, oil, natural gas, shale, environment, fracking risks, energy 00:45:30 Fracking, the process of breaking trapped resources like natural gas and oil from shale, has led to a revolution in energy production in the U.S. It’s also given rise to increasing worries that the process can have sweeping environmental impacts. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-01-19-sysk-autopsies.mp3 How can experts determine a person’s cause of death? Join Josh and Chuck as they take a trip through the morgue and look over the shoulders of the often controversial coroners and medical examiners that open cadavers to determine how someone died. Sat, 19 Jan 2013 13:01:54 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-01-19-sysk-autopsies.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, autopsy, autopsies, coroner, medical examiner, death, forensic, cadaver, corpse 00:45:41 How can experts determine a person’s cause of death? Join Josh and Chuck as they take a trip through the morgue and look over the shoulders of the often controversial coroners and medical examiners that open cadavers to determine how someone died. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-01-19-sysk-alien-hands.mp3 When a person has alien hand syndrome, his or her hand can move involuntarily, and seemingly of its own volition. Tune in and learn Stuff You Should Know about this misunderstood syndrome. Sat, 19 Jan 2013 12:58:13 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-01-19-sysk-alien-hands.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, alien hand syndrome, health, strange disease, unconscious movement, rare disorders, alien hand 00:15:34 When a person has alien hand syndrome, his or her hand can move involuntarily, and seemingly of its own volition. Tune in and learn Stuff You Should Know about this misunderstood syndrome. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-01-17-sysk-5-second-rule.mp3 If you drop a piece of food and pick it up within five seconds, is it still good to eat? Researchers have studied this and have also inadvertently shone a light on how utterly covered our world is with bacteria and germs. Prepare to shudder. Thu, 17 Jan 2013 12:01:21 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-01-17-sysk-5-second-rule.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, five second rule, food safety, bacteria, germs, sanitation, hygiene, cleanliness 00:33:34 If you drop a piece of food and pick it up within five seconds, is it still good to eat? Researchers have studied this and have also inadvertently shone a light on how utterly covered our world is with bacteria and germs. Prepare to shudder. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-01-15-sysk-death-masks.mp3 The Myceneans kicked off the habit of creating a mask of a deceased person’s face in deathly repose, and what began as an ancient rite has only recently fallen out of practice. Learn about this dignified but ghoulish custom with Josh and Chuck. Tue, 15 Jan 2013 16:25:06 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-01-15-sysk-death-masks.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, myceneans, death masks, ancient civilization, funeral, memorial, death rituals, last rites, funeral rites 00:31:31 The Myceneans kicked off the habit of creating a mask of a deceased person’s face in deathly repose, and what began as an ancient rite has only recently fallen out of practice. Learn about this dignified but ghoulish custom with Josh and Chuck. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-01-10-sysk-why-do-men-have-nipples.mp3 They’re always right there, taunting you: why do you have me, they ask? Why do men have nipples? It turns out there’s a good answer why and nipples on men aren’t entirely useless after all.Join Chuck and Josh for this heady investigation. Thu, 10 Jan 2013 16:08:32 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-01-10-sysk-why-do-men-have-nipples.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, nipples, anatomy, biology, areolae, chest, breast, male nipple 00:23:48 They’re always right there, taunting you: why do you have me, they ask? Why do men have nipples? It turns out there’s a good answer why and nipples on men aren’t entirely useless after all.Join Chuck and Josh for this heady investigation. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-01-08-sysk-out-run-alligator-zig-zag.mp3 You’ve heard the warning before: If you’re being chased on land by an alligator, run in a zig-zag. Of course, the average person should be capable of outrunning an alligator. Josh and Chuck take the opportunity to explore alligator safety anyway. Tue, 08 Jan 2013 16:50:04 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-01-08-sysk-out-run-alligator-zig-zag.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no stuff you should know, josh, chuck, alligator, survival, escape alligator, reptile, nile, howstuffworks, 00:25:42 You’ve heard the warning before: If you’re being chased on land by an alligator, run in a zig-zag. Of course, the average person should be capable of outrunning an alligator. Josh and Chuck take the opportunity to explore alligator safety anyway. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-01-03-sysk-americas-first-terrorist-threat.mp3 From the moment it was established, the United States had headaches with terrorism of the pirate variety. For decades, the federal budget even include bribe money to pay them off. Learn all about this early threat on this episode of Stuff You Should Know. Thu, 03 Jan 2013 16:41:11 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-01-03-sysk-americas-first-terrorist-threat.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, terrorism, us history, thomas jefferson, pirates, counterterrorism, crime, piracy 00:27:30 From the moment it was established, the United States had headaches with terrorism of the pirate variety. For decades, the federal budget even include bribe money to pay them off. Learn all about this early threat on this episode of Stuff You Should Know. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-01-01-sysk-bigfoot.mp3 For centuries North American tribes have told stories of a hairy wild giant in the wilderness, and once Europeans arrived they claimed to see it, too. Chuck and Josh examine the claims of believers and the rebuttals of skeptics in this evenhanded episode. Tue, 01 Jan 2013 15:03:12 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2013-01-01-sysk-bigfoot.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, bigfoot, cryptid, cryptozoology, sasquatch, melba ketchum, folklore, yeti 00:35:24 For centuries North American tribes have told stories of a hairy wild giant in the wilderness, and once Europeans arrived they claimed to see it, too. Chuck and Josh examine the claims of believers and the rebuttals of skeptics in this evenhanded episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-12-27-sysk-dog-shows.mp3 You know those shows where people wearing sensible shoes jog dogs around in circles? They actually represent the pinnacle of a long and complex path to glory for dogs and their owners. Join Chuck and Josh as they peek inside the American dog show. Thu, 27 Dec 2012 11:40:50 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-12-27-sysk-dog-shows.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, dog shows, dog breeding, pedigree, purebred, pets, canines 00:41:53 You know those shows where people wearing sensible shoes jog dogs around in circles? They actually represent the pinnacle of a long and complex path to glory for dogs and their owners. Join Chuck and Josh as they peek inside the American dog show. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-12-25-sysk-christmas-extravaganza-2012.mp3 Kick back and raise a glass of eggnog to Josh and Chuck as they carry on a new holiday tradition of exploring the ins and outs of all things Christmas – and maybe even warm your heart along the way. Happy holidays, everybody! Fri, 21 Dec 2012 12:45:21 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-12-25-sysk-christmas-extravaganza-2012.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, christmas, christmas tradityions, yuletide, santa, christmas extravaganza 00:46:26 Kick back and raise a glass of eggnog to Josh and Chuck as they carry on a new holiday tradition of exploring the ins and outs of all things Christmas – and maybe even warm your heart along the way. Happy holidays, everybody! HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-12-20-sysk-barbie.mp3 In this episode, Josh and Chuck explore the history, cultural impact and feminist ire raised by the Barbie doll. The boys are joined by Gordon Javna, the founder of the Bathroom Readers’ Institute and publisher of Uncle John’s Bathroom Reader. Thu, 20 Dec 2012 16:08:00 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-12-20-sysk-barbie.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, gordon javna, barbie, pop culture, feminism, toys, bathroom reader 01:02:42 In this episode, Josh and Chuck explore the history, cultural impact and feminist ire raised by the Barbie doll. The boys are joined by Gordon Javna, the founder of the Bathroom Readers’ Institute and publisher of Uncle John’s Bathroom Reader. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-12-18-sysk-lab-grown-meat.mp3 Since Winston Churchill predicted we’d grow meat in a lab by 1981, researchers have considered doing just that. And thanks to the current work of about 30 groups, we may be only years away from mass-produced artificial meat. But will anyone eat it? Tue, 18 Dec 2012 16:58:40 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-12-18-sysk-lab-grown-meat.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, meat, lab-grown meat, food, cuisine, science, nutrition, future of food 00:29:03 Since Winston Churchill predicted we’d grow meat in a lab by 1981, researchers have considered doing just that. And thanks to the current work of about 30 groups, we may be only years away from mass-produced artificial meat. But will anyone eat it? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-12-13-sysk-condoms.mp3 The earliest depiction of a condom is found in a 15,000-year-old cave painting. Ever since humans realized sex led to children, we’ve been using condoms to prevent pregnancy. Join Josh and Chuck for this comprehensive tour of all things condom. Thu, 13 Dec 2012 15:41:19 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-12-13-sysk-condoms.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, condoms, birth control, pregnancy, std, sex, relationships 01:02:03 The earliest depiction of a condom is found in a 15,000-year-old cave painting. Ever since humans realized sex led to children, we’ve been using condoms to prevent pregnancy. Join Josh and Chuck for this comprehensive tour of all things condom. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-12-11-sysk-metric-system.mp3 The U.S. stands proudly defiant and the world looks at Americans as dopes for the U.S.’s stubborn refusal to go metric. However, the States have been going metric for about 150 years. Find out what’s the haps in this weighty and measured episode of SYSK. Tue, 11 Dec 2012 15:24:07 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-12-11-sysk-metric-system.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, metric system, english system, measurement, us measurements, foot, meter 00:37:18 The U.S. stands proudly defiant and the world looks at Americans as dopes for the U.S.’s stubborn refusal to go metric. However, the States have been going metric for about 150 years. Find out what’s the haps in this weighty and measured episode of SYSK. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-12-06-sysk-peak-oil.mp3 A 2012 report showed that the U.S. may be energy-independent in just a few years, but not too long ago the specter of peak oil loomed large on the political and economic landscape. Join Chuck and Josh as they visit the consequences of running out of oil. Thu, 06 Dec 2012 17:34:45 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-12-06-sysk-peak-oil.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, peak oil, energy independence, energy, fossil fuel, natural gas, economy 00:38:05 A 2012 report showed that the U.S. may be energy-independent in just a few years, but not too long ago the specter of peak oil loomed large on the political and economic landscape. Join Chuck and Josh as they visit the consequences of running out of oil. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-12-04-sysk-vampires.mp3 Out of obligation, Chuck and Josh mention Twilight, but it is the longstanding vampire lore that gets the most attention in this examination of how the bloodsucking undead evolved from baby-stealing demonesses to suave counts in our collective psyche. Tue, 04 Dec 2012 15:57:04 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-12-04-sysk-vampires.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, vampires, folklore, undead, vlad tepes, succubus, incubi, monsters 00:31:02 Out of obligation, Chuck and Josh mention Twilight, but it is the longstanding vampire lore that gets the most attention in this examination of how the bloodsucking undead evolved from baby-stealing demonesses to suave counts in our collective psyche. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-11-29-sysk-caving.mp3 Entrances to the underworld have been places of wonder for eons, and humans have ventured into caves to sleep, hunt, create art and explore. Thanks to the hobby of caving, that tradition continues today. Bonus: Chuck discusses his caving experience. Thu, 29 Nov 2012 17:28:02 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-11-29-sysk-caving.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, caving, spelunking, cave exploration, cavern, caving, cavers 00:50:34 Entrances to the underworld have been places of wonder for eons, and humans have ventured into caves to sleep, hunt, create art and explore. Thanks to the hobby of caving, that tradition continues today. Bonus: Chuck discusses his caving experience. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-11-27-sysk-leaves-turn-red.mp3 Ah, autumn – arguably the most beautiful time of the year, thanks to the vibrant colors trees put on display as they close up for the winter. Ever wonder why and how trees change color in the fall? Chuck and Josh have it down pat and explain it here. Tue, 27 Nov 2012 13:00:25 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-11-27-sysk-leaves-turn-red.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, autumn, leaf color, weather, fall, season, botany, plants, trees 00:24:19 Ah, autumn – arguably the most beautiful time of the year, thanks to the vibrant colors trees put on display as they close up for the winter. Ever wonder why and how trees change color in the fall? Chuck and Josh have it down pat and explain it here. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-11-22-sysk-philanthropy.mp3 Sure the fatcats get all the credit for donating millions, but did you know US households making $20,000 or less contribute the highest percentage of their income to charity? Learn more (not to mention a sexy look at the U.S. tax code) in this episode. Thu, 22 Nov 2012 09:49:37 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-11-22-sysk-philanthropy.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, philanthropy, charity, donation, charitable giving, us tax code 00:46:26 Sure the fatcats get all the credit for donating millions, but did you know US households making $20,000 or less contribute the highest percentage of their income to charity? Learn more (not to mention a sexy look at the U.S. tax code) in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-11-20-sysk-designer-children.mp3 In 2009, a fertility clinic controversially offered parents the ability to customize their children. How will society take the idea of designing children? Do we have a moral obligation to design better people? Join Josh and Chuck for this heavy episode. Tue, 20 Nov 2012 17:09:23 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-11-20-sysk-designer-children.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, designer children, genetic manipulation, eugenics, gattaca, medicine, childbirth 00:35:58 In 2009, a fertility clinic controversially offered parents the ability to customize their children. How will society take the idea of designing children? Do we have a moral obligation to design better people? Join Josh and Chuck for this heavy episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-11-15-sysk-meth-01.mp3 You know how when you do a lot of crystal methamphetamine you get meth mouth, where your teeth decay? Of course you don’t! So check out this in-depth look on the most widely-abused hard drug in the world. Even tweakers will learn something new. Thu, 15 Nov 2012 15:43:41 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-11-15-sysk-meth.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, methamphetamine, crystal meth, hard drugs, breaking bad, addiction, meth 00:48:20 You know how when you do a lot of crystal methamphetamine you get meth mouth, where your teeth decay? Of course you don’t! So check out this in-depth look on the most widely-abused hard drug in the world. Even tweakers will learn something new. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-11-13-sysk-holographic-environments.mp3 Star Trek was famous for its holodeck, a completely immersive holographic environment that could be any space a user wanted. Thanks to telemersion technology built for business conferencing, we’re starting to get close to that holodeck after all. Tue, 13 Nov 2012 16:08:31 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-11-13-sysk-holographic-environments.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, hologram, holographic environment, immersive technology, virtual reality, holodeck, illusion 00:24:22 Star Trek was famous for its holodeck, a completely immersive holographic environment that could be any space a user wanted. Thanks to telemersion technology built for business conferencing, we’re starting to get close to that holodeck after all. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-11-08-sysk-singularity.mp3 Futurists have unnervingly predicted an impending moment in human history: the Singularity, when a superhuman artificial intelligence is created. What will become of humans? Enslavement? Extermination? Utopia? Find out with Josh and Chuck. Thu, 08 Nov 2012 11:51:24 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-11-08-sysk-singularity.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, singularity, futurism, artificial intelligence, humanity, transhumanism, evolution 00:40:49 Futurists have unnervingly predicted an impending moment in human history: the Singularity, when a superhuman artificial intelligence is created. What will become of humans? Enslavement? Extermination? Utopia? Find out with Josh and Chuck. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-11-06-sysk-yakuza.mp3 The Yakuza trace their lineage back to the 18th century samurai, left masterless following political upheaval, who turned to lives of crime. After centuries, the Yakuza is still going strong, following both tradition and new avenues of illicit revenue. Tue, 06 Nov 2012 15:57:15 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-11-06-sysk-yakuza.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, yakuza, japanese mafia, organized crime, japan history 00:37:34 The Yakuza trace their lineage back to the 18th century samurai, left masterless following political upheaval, who turned to lives of crime. After centuries, the Yakuza is still going strong, following both tradition and new avenues of illicit revenue. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-11-01-sysk-stockholm-syndrome.mp3 Since a hostage standoff in Sweden took place in 1972 a peculiar and mysterious psychological phenomenon has had a name. But is Stockholm Syndrome real? And what conditions have to be present? Join Chuck and Josh as they look into this unusual condition. Thu, 01 Nov 2012 16:56:19 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-11-01-sysk-stockholm-syndrome.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, stockholm syndrome, psychology, hostages, sweden, abduction, brainwashing, psychological phenomenon 00:34:11 Since a hostage standoff in Sweden took place in 1972 a peculiar and mysterious psychological phenomenon has had a name. But is Stockholm Syndrome real? And what conditions have to be present? Join Chuck and Josh as they look into this unusual condition. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-10-30-sysk-haunting-halloween-2012.mp3 Josh and Chuck have been planning this thing since spring and it’s finally here! Tune in to hear which listener’s scary story won the SYSK Halloween Horror Fiction Contest -- and prepare to have your socks scared off just in time for All Hallow’s Eve. Tue, 30 Oct 2012 12:48:24 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-10-30-sysk-haunting-halloween-2012.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, halloween horror fiction contest, horror story, dramatic reading 00:24:03 Josh and Chuck have been planning this thing since spring and it’s finally here! Tune in to hear which listener’s scary story won the SYSK Halloween Horror Fiction Contest -- and prepare to have your socks scared off just in time for All Hallow’s Eve. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-10-25-sysk-exoskeletons.mp3 Since the 1960s, the Pentagon has called for a suit that can make a soldier jump higher, run faster longer and generally be a badder dude. It’s only now that the materials needed are coming of age. Listen in to learn the state of exoskeleton technology. Thu, 25 Oct 2012 14:46:26 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-10-25-sysk-exoskeletons.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, exoskeleton, darpa, pentagon, technology, enhanced strength 00:31:21 Since the 1960s, the Pentagon has called for a suit that can make a soldier jump higher, run faster longer and generally be a badder dude. It’s only now that the materials needed are coming of age. Listen in to learn the state of exoskeleton technology. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-10-23-sysk-commercial-jingles.mp3 You probably can recite five right now. Commercial jingles are designed to hijack your working memory and implant a product or service and they really work. Learn about the history of these insidious and catchy advertising vehicles with Chuck and Josh. Tue, 23 Oct 2012 13:16:57 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-10-23-sysk-commercial-jingles.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no commerical jingles, howstuffworks, stuff you should know, stuff, know, josh, chuck, jingles 00:35:56 You probably can recite five right now. Commercial jingles are designed to hijack your working memory and implant a product or service and they really work. Learn about the history of these insidious and catchy advertising vehicles with Chuck and Josh. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-10-18-sysk-lion-taming.mp3 Bossing a lion around in front of a crowd at a circus has been an attraction for 200 years, but exactly how lion tamers get their captive wild animals to comply has evolved over time. Take a peek in the jaws of this odd profession with Josh and Chuck. Thu, 18 Oct 2012 14:58:14 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-10-18-sysk-lion-taming.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, lion tamer, lion taming, circus, animal exploitation, large cats, animal captivity 00:28:24 Bossing a lion around in front of a crowd at a circus has been an attraction for 200 years, but exactly how lion tamers get their captive wild animals to comply has evolved over time. Take a peek in the jaws of this odd profession with Josh and Chuck. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-10-16-sysk-black-holes.mp3 It wasn’t too long ago when black holes were strictly predictions in theoretical math. Over decades, astronomy has gotten better at uncovering these cosmic phenomena. Learn about how black holes form and their ability to spaghettify you in this episode. Tue, 16 Oct 2012 12:49:36 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-10-16-sysk-black-holes.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, black holes, astronomy, singularity, event horizon, astrophysics, 00:31:26 It wasn’t too long ago when black holes were strictly predictions in theoretical math. Over decades, astronomy has gotten better at uncovering these cosmic phenomena. Learn about how black holes form and their ability to spaghettify you in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-10-11-sysk-pizza.mp3 Sure it’s everywhere and there’s a more-than-90-percent chance you eat it once a month. But we’ll bet you don’t know the full history of that pizza (or tomato pie) you’re about to chow down on. Join Chuck and Josh as they explain it to you, bite by bite. Thu, 11 Oct 2012 16:07:51 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-10-11-sysk-pizza.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, pizza, tomato pie, culinary history, pizza pie, food, eating 00:51:31 Sure it’s everywhere and there’s a more-than-90-percent chance you eat it once a month. But we’ll bet you don’t know the full history of that pizza (or tomato pie) you’re about to chow down on. Join Chuck and Josh as they explain it to you, bite by bite. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-10-09-sysk-rain-forest.mp3 It’s been called the world’s lungs, the world’s pharmacy and the world’s air conditioner. It takes up only 6 percent of Earth’s land, yet houses 50% of the world’s species. Find out the math behind why they may be gone in 40 years in this episode. Tue, 09 Oct 2012 13:20:39 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-10-09-sysk-rain-forest.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, rainforests, ecosystem, pollution, deforestation, biodiversity 00:40:29 It’s been called the world’s lungs, the world’s pharmacy and the world’s air conditioner. It takes up only 6 percent of Earth’s land, yet houses 50% of the world’s species. Find out the math behind why they may be gone in 40 years in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-10-04-sysk-fire.mp3 Creating fire was possibly the most important human discovery, but it’s easy to take for granted. But. Josh and Chuck get to the bottom of the chemistry of fire in their quest to explain everything in the universe. Thu, 04 Oct 2012 16:02:59 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-10-04-sysk-fire.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, fire, bonfire, flame, incineration, chemistry, discovery, burns, chemical reaction 00:28:24 Creating fire was possibly the most important human discovery, but it’s easy to take for granted. But. Josh and Chuck get to the bottom of the chemistry of fire in their quest to explain everything in the universe. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-10-02-sysk-moonshine-cars.mp3 Sure, Chuck and Josh have discussed it before, but it’s worth revisiting: Running moonshine led to the creation of NASCAR. Chuck and Josh aren’t even NASCAR fans and they think that’s cool. Join them as the investigate moonshine runnin’. Tue, 02 Oct 2012 16:35:49 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-10-02-sysk-moonshine-cars.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, nascar, moonshine, whiskey runners, automotive history, smuggling 00:30:48 Sure, Chuck and Josh have discussed it before, but it’s worth revisiting: Running moonshine led to the creation of NASCAR. Chuck and Josh aren’t even NASCAR fans and they think that’s cool. Join them as the investigate moonshine runnin’. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-09-27-sysk-subways.mp3 As ubiquitous as they’ve become, it’s easy to overlook the marvels of engineering that are subways. Chuck and Josh go boring as they explore these systems of tubes that must circumnavigate rock, rivers, cables and more to get you where you’re going. Thu, 27 Sep 2012 16:26:58 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-09-27-sysk-subways.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, subways, public transportation, public transit, light rail, underground 00:43:13 As ubiquitous as they’ve become, it’s easy to overlook the marvels of engineering that are subways. Chuck and Josh go boring as they explore these systems of tubes that must circumnavigate rock, rivers, cables and more to get you where you’re going. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-09-25-sysk-cyber-war.mp3 There’s a secret war going on around us, and it's happening on a daily basis. The Air Force recently launched a new unit specifically designed to carry out and defend against cyberwar. Go deep into this new and alarming type of war with Josh and Chuck. Tue, 25 Sep 2012 13:49:18 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-09-25-sysk-cyber-war.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, cyberwar, secret war, iran, united states, israel, china, stuxnet 00:28:51 There’s a secret war going on around us, and it's happening on a daily basis. The Air Force recently launched a new unit specifically designed to carry out and defend against cyberwar. Go deep into this new and alarming type of war with Josh and Chuck. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-09-20-sysk-music-and-emotion.mp3 A well-crafted piece of music can bring us to incredible highs and crushing lows, sometimes within the same song. Why does music affect humans this way? Join Chuck, Josh and special guest cellist Ben Sollee as they get to the bottom of music and emotion. Thu, 20 Sep 2012 14:53:53 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-09-20-sysk-music-and-emotion.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, ben sollee, music, emotion, psychology, bluegrass, cello 01:04:39 A well-crafted piece of music can bring us to incredible highs and crushing lows, sometimes within the same song. Why does music affect humans this way? Join Chuck, Josh and special guest cellist Ben Sollee as they get to the bottom of music and emotion. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-09-18-sysk-martians.mp3 There’s a very good question that no one has yet satisfactorily answered: Where did life on Earth come from? Some look to the Red Planet as the source of life here, which, if correct, would make us all Martians. Is there anything to this out there claim? Tue, 18 Sep 2012 15:43:40 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-09-18-sysk-martians.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, origin of life, mars, bacteria, red planet, panspermia 00:28:04 There’s a very good question that no one has yet satisfactorily answered: Where did life on Earth come from? Some look to the Red Planet as the source of life here, which, if correct, would make us all Martians. Is there anything to this out there claim? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-09-13-sysk-banning-books.mp3 If you want to control the masses, control what they read. After all, books are seeds that germinate new points of view. As a result, the struggle against banning books is contentious and continual. Learn more about banning books in this episode. Thu, 13 Sep 2012 17:47:17 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-09-13-sysk-banning-books.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, banning books, banned books, censorship, morality, 00:30:20 If you want to control the masses, control what they read. After all, books are seeds that germinate new points of view. As a result, the struggle against banning books is contentious and continual. Learn more about banning books in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-09-11-sysk-asexuality.mp3 When Alfred Kinsey conducted his sex surveys he turned up, but ignored, a fourth sexual orientation: people who don’t experience sexual attraction. It took 60 years for Group X to gain a name and recognition, but with that has come increased scrutiny. Tue, 11 Sep 2012 16:15:27 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-09-11-sysk-asexuality.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, alfred kinsey, asexuality, group x, gender, sexual attraction 00:34:22 When Alfred Kinsey conducted his sex surveys he turned up, but ignored, a fourth sexual orientation: people who don’t experience sexual attraction. It took 60 years for Group X to gain a name and recognition, but with that has come increased scrutiny. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-09-06-sysk-bioluminescence.mp3 Science has a handle on fireflies and glowworms, but most bioluminescent animals live in the ocean and are tough to study. Today, researchers are still figuring out why some animals produce light. Dive with Josh and Chuck into this illuminating topic. Thu, 06 Sep 2012 14:48:51 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-09-06-sysk-bioluminescence.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, bioluminescence, phosphorescent, oceanic life, biology, undersea life, firefly, glowworm 00:36:39 Science has a handle on fireflies and glowworms, but most bioluminescent animals live in the ocean and are tough to study. Today, researchers are still figuring out why some animals produce light. Dive with Josh and Chuck into this illuminating topic. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-09-04-sysk-nuclear-test-fallout.mp3 Over the course of human existence, thousands of nuclear weapons have been exploded on Earth and in space. With all of those tests, one can't help but wonder how much fallout has been produced. Learn the tricks of the nuke-testing trade in this episode. Tue, 04 Sep 2012 12:57:14 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-09-04-sysk-nuclear-test-fallout.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, nuclear weapons, nuclear testing, fallout, radiation 00:29:49 Over the course of human existence, thousands of nuclear weapons have been exploded on Earth and in space. With all of those tests, one can't help but wonder how much fallout has been produced. Learn the tricks of the nuke-testing trade in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-08-30-sysk-flesh-eating-bacteria.mp3 Possibly the most horrifically-named disease anyone could contract, flesh-eating bacteria can lead quickly lead to amputations and death. Learn about how this disease works and how to prevent it in this episode with Chuck and Josh. Thu, 30 Aug 2012 11:05:22 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-08-30-sysk-flesh-eating-bacteria.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, flesh-eating bacteria, necrotizing fasciitis, disease, health, infection 00:27:03 Possibly the most horrifically-named disease anyone could contract, flesh-eating bacteria can lead quickly lead to amputations and death. Learn about how this disease works and how to prevent it in this episode with Chuck and Josh. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-08-28-sysk-electoral-college.mp3 When you vote in an American presidential election, you’re not voting for your candidate – you’re voting for a group of people you hope will in turn vote for your candidate. Listen in to learn more about the strange process for electing the president. Tue, 28 Aug 2012 12:03:59 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-08-28-sysk-electoral-college.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, electoral college, popular vote, election, presidency, politics 00:41:14 When you vote in an American presidential election, you’re not voting for your candidate – you’re voting for a group of people you hope will in turn vote for your candidate. Listen in to learn more about the strange process for electing the president. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-08-23-sysk-abandoned-mines.mp3 Did you know there are as many as 500,000 abandoned mines in the US, but the federal government knows where only 30,000 of them are? Learn about these places go from money pit to death trap when mine companies simply walk away. Thu, 23 Aug 2012 13:15:53 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-08-23-sysk-abandoned-mines.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, abandoned mine, urban exploration, money pit, mining, resource extraction 00:26:49 Did you know there are as many as 500,000 abandoned mines in the US, but the federal government knows where only 30,000 of them are? Learn about these places go from money pit to death trap when mine companies simply walk away. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-08-21-sysk-criminal-records.mp3 If you're an American adult, there's a 1 in 4 chance you have a criminal record. While it's less likely you've committed any serious crime, there are still repercussions to having a rap sheet as more employers use them to decide between candidates. Tue, 21 Aug 2012 14:33:00 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-08-21-sysk-criminal-records.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, crime, criminal record, background check, security clearance, law enforcement 00:31:23 If you're an American adult, there's a 1 in 4 chance you have a criminal record. While it's less likely you've committed any serious crime, there are still repercussions to having a rap sheet as more employers use them to decide between candidates. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-08-16-sysk-reagan-star-wars.mp3 Putting lasers in space to blast Soviet missiles out of the air was a very real part of Ronald Reagan's defense policy. While his "Star Wars" program was derided at home and abroad, historians are beginning to wonder if it didn't help win the Cold War after all. Thu, 16 Aug 2012 15:20:09 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-08-16-sysk-reagan-star-wars.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, ronald reagan, star wars, history, government, defense, cold war 00:34:28 Putting lasers in space to blast Soviet missiles out of the air was a very real part of Ronald Reagan's defense policy. While his "Star Wars" program was derided at home and abroad, historians are beginning to wonder if it didn't help win the Cold War after all. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-08-14-sysk-shark-diaries.mp3 In this special episode of Stuff You Should Know, Chuck and Josh tip their hats to Shark Week with an old-fashioned radio play. Join the guys (and a few guests) as they present a dramatization of the 1916 Jersey Shore shark attacks. Tue, 14 Aug 2012 14:19:54 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-08-14-sysk-shark-diaries.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, shark week, shark diaries, marine biology, sharks 00:40:13 In this special episode of Stuff You Should Know, Chuck and Josh tip their hats to Shark Week with an old-fashioned radio play. Join the guys (and a few guests) as they present a dramatization of the 1916 Jersey Shore shark attacks. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-08-09-sysk-shark-attacks.mp3 A shark attack is a terrifying experience for the victim -- but are sharks really man-eating monsters with a taste for human flesh? Join Josh and Chuck as they ask why sharks attack, how attacks occur and which sharks are most likely to attack someone. Thu, 09 Aug 2012 17:24:19 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-08-09-sysk-shark-attacks.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, shark attack, sharks, ocean, swimming, marine life 00:39:03 A shark attack is a terrifying experience for the victim -- but are sharks really man-eating monsters with a taste for human flesh? Join Josh and Chuck as they ask why sharks attack, how attacks occur and which sharks are most likely to attack someone. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-08-07-sysk-ramadan.mp3 It's the holiest month of the Muslim calendar, and for good reason. It was during the month of Ramadan that Mohammed began to issue the Koran. Learn about the customs and traditions behind observing Ramadan in this episode of Stuff You Should Know. Tue, 07 Aug 2012 15:29:59 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-08-07-sysk-ramadan.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, ramadan, islam, religion, muslim calendar, mohammed 00:31:07 It's the holiest month of the Muslim calendar, and for good reason. It was during the month of Ramadan that Mohammed began to issue the Koran. Learn about the customs and traditions behind observing Ramadan in this episode of Stuff You Should Know. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-08-02-sysk-space-elevator.mp3 With the end of the shuttle program and an International Space Station still in need of supplies, the aerospace industry is working the kinks of out of a century-old idea to build a service elevator from Earth to outer space. Thu, 02 Aug 2012 15:01:19 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-08-02-sysk-space-elevator.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck,space elevator, space exploration, space 00:30:19 With the end of the shuttle program and an International Space Station still in need of supplies, the aerospace industry is working the kinks of out of a century-old idea to build a service elevator from Earth to outer space. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-07-31-sysk-musketeers.mp3 You know and love them as a fluffy chocolate nougat and maybe as a book and a movie, but musketeers were quite real and quite deadly. Visit with Josh and Chuck as they examine the elite special forces of 17th-century France. Tue, 31 Jul 2012 13:19:50 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-07-31-sysk-musketeers.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, musketeers, history, france, french history 00:29:49 You know and love them as a fluffy chocolate nougat and maybe as a book and a movie, but musketeers were quite real and quite deadly. Visit with Josh and Chuck as they examine the elite special forces of 17th-century France. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-07-26-sysk-comic-con-time-travel.mp3 How does time travel work? Could it ever cross the line from science fiction into science fact? Join Josh and Chuck -- along with a live audience at the 2012 Comic-Con -- as they explore the ins and outs of time travel. Thu, 26 Jul 2012 08:51:47 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-07-26-sysk-comic-con-time-travel.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, comic-con, sysk live, time travel, physics, 00:27:06 How does time travel work? Could it ever cross the line from science fiction into science fact? Join Josh and Chuck -- along with a live audience at the 2012 Comic-Con -- as they explore the ins and outs of time travel. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-07-24-sysk-white-collar-crime.mp3 White-collar crime often involves fraud and other nonviolent acts. For most people, the term "white-collar crime" conjures up images of CEOs conniving their way to fortune. But what is it, really? Listen in as Josh and Chuck break down the facts. Tue, 24 Jul 2012 10:33:15 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-07-24-sysk-white-collar-crime.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, white collar crime, fruad, financial crime, corruption, embezzlement 00:44:13 White-collar crime often involves fraud and other nonviolent acts. For most people, the term "white-collar crime" conjures up images of CEOs conniving their way to fortune. But what is it, really? Listen in as Josh and Chuck break down the facts. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-07-19-sysk-cow-chicago-fire.mp3 It's true: The newspapers of the day reported that a cow (or perhaps its owner) was responsible for a fire that burned half of Chicago in 1871. Yet in 1997 Mrs. O’Leary and her cow were exonerated. Join Josh and Chuck to find out who’s probably to blame. Thu, 19 Jul 2012 14:39:53 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-07-19-sysk-cow-chicago-fire.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, chicago fire, mrs. O'leary, cow, fire, disaster, history 00:28:16 It's true: The newspapers of the day reported that a cow (or perhaps its owner) was responsible for a fire that burned half of Chicago in 1871. Yet in 1997 Mrs. O’Leary and her cow were exonerated. Join Josh and Chuck to find out who’s probably to blame. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-07-17-sysk-disco.mp3 Fly, robin, fly indeed. No musical genre has risen and burned out as quickly as disco, and historians are still trying to unravel the animosity aimed at it. Join Chuck and Josh as they dig into disco’s underground roots and its sashay into the mainstream. Tue, 17 Jul 2012 11:46:37 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-07-17-sysk-disco.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, disco, music, musical genre, history 00:48:38 Fly, robin, fly indeed. No musical genre has risen and burned out as quickly as disco, and historians are still trying to unravel the animosity aimed at it. Join Chuck and Josh as they dig into disco’s underground roots and its sashay into the mainstream. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-07-12-sysk-lightning.mp3 You’ve seen lightning before, and maybe you’re even afraid of it. You should be. The air is ripped apart and a sudden electrical discharge burning six times brighter than the sun connects with Earth. Learn all about it with Josh and Chuck. Thu, 12 Jul 2012 14:50:29 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-07-12-sysk-lightning.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, lightning, weather, thunder, thunderstorm, lightning bolt, electricity 00:39:57 You’ve seen lightning before, and maybe you’re even afraid of it. You should be. The air is ripped apart and a sudden electrical discharge burning six times brighter than the sun connects with Earth. Learn all about it with Josh and Chuck. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-07-10-sysk-geysers.mp3 The spectacular eruptions of steam and water we call geysers are only the tip of the proverbial iceberg, the result of thousands of years of specific natural conditions and physical processes. Learn the Stuff You Should Know about geysers in this episode. Tue, 10 Jul 2012 11:52:55 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-07-10-sysk-geysers.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, geysers, geology, steam, nature, 00:28:14 The spectacular eruptions of steam and water we call geysers are only the tip of the proverbial iceberg, the result of thousands of years of specific natural conditions and physical processes. Learn the Stuff You Should Know about geysers in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-07-05-sysk-tabloids.mp3 Having started as an egalitarian answer to 19th-century newspapers, tabloids came to peddle shock and sleaze. They’ve cleaned up a bit, but they remain the world’s guilty pleasure. Learn more about the fascinating history of tabloids with Chuck and Josh. Thu, 05 Jul 2012 15:28:39 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-07-05-sysk-tabloids.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, tabloid, newspaper, print, media, reporting, muckracking, yellow journalism 00:50:58 Having started as an egalitarian answer to 19th-century newspapers, tabloids came to peddle shock and sleaze. They’ve cleaned up a bit, but they remain the world’s guilty pleasure. Learn more about the fascinating history of tabloids with Chuck and Josh. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-07-03-sysk-dead-sea.mp3 An anomaly of geography, the shores of Dead Sea form the lowest dry spot on Earth. It’s been visited by millions, including King Herod and Cleopatra, all seeking the health benefits of this saline lake. Learn about this unusual spot with Josh and Chuck. Tue, 03 Jul 2012 12:59:41 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-07-03-sysk-dead-sea.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, dead sea, saline, geography, earth, nature, water, middle east 00:26:44 An anomaly of geography, the shores of Dead Sea form the lowest dry spot on Earth. It’s been visited by millions, including King Herod and Cleopatra, all seeking the health benefits of this saline lake. Learn about this unusual spot with Josh and Chuck. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-06-28-sysk-executive-orders.mp3 Depending on who’s in office, they’re either a presidential tradition or the acts of a despot. Executive orders are not spelled out in the Constitution, yet every president has issued them. Learn about these controversial edicts with Josh and Chuck.   Thu, 28 Jun 2012 14:04:30 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-06-28-sysk-executive-orders.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, executive orders, signing statements, executive branch, u.s. government, politics, 00:34:09 Depending on who’s in office, they’re either a presidential tradition or the acts of a despot. Executive orders are not spelled out in the Constitution, yet every president has issued them. Learn about these controversial edicts with Josh and Chuck.   HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-06-26-sysk-lying-liars.mp3 Studies find that absolutely everyone lies – some have found as much as a quarter of our daily interactions involve lies. What gives with everyone fudging? Chuck and Josh explore the philosophy, psychology and reality of lying and what constitutes liar. Tue, 26 Jun 2012 14:26:32 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-06-26-sysk-lying-liars.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, lying, psychology, communication, honesty, lie, deception, deceit, perfidy, honesty 00:50:37 Studies find that absolutely everyone lies – some have found as much as a quarter of our daily interactions involve lies. What gives with everyone fudging? Chuck and Josh explore the philosophy, psychology and reality of lying and what constitutes liar. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-06-21-sysk-10-accidental-inventions.mp3 Every once in a while Chuck and Josh do things by the numbers and here’s a good example. Turns out a surprising amount of ubiquitous items in our everyday lives were stumbled upon by accident. This episode explores a few of the more noteworthy ones. Thu, 21 Jun 2012 13:33:55 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-06-21-sysk-10-accidental-inventions.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, invention, accident, genius, innovation, patent 00:36:33 Every once in a while Chuck and Josh do things by the numbers and here’s a good example. Turns out a surprising amount of ubiquitous items in our everyday lives were stumbled upon by accident. This episode explores a few of the more noteworthy ones. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-06-19-sysk-icebergs.mp3 " Icebergs: floating chunks of ice. True, but whoa there. Scientists are learning that there’s a lot more to icebergs. Appropriately enough, we’ve only come to understand the tip of the iceberg and recent research shows there’s plenty more to uncover. Tue, 19 Jun 2012 13:15:45 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-06-19-sysk-icebergs.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, iceberg, ice, icebergs, glaciers, oceans, water, ecology 00:38:15 " Icebergs: floating chunks of ice. True, but whoa there. Scientists are learning that there’s a lot more to icebergs. Appropriately enough, we’ve only come to understand the tip of the iceberg and recent research shows there’s plenty more to uncover. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-06-14-sysk-acid-rain.mp3 Along with the hole in the ozone layer, acid rain was one of the first international environmental threats. It’s fallen to the wayside in the face of climate change, but we have yet to lick it. Join Chuck and Josh as they revive the 80s drumbeat. Thu, 14 Jun 2012 17:39:08 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-06-14-sysk-acid-rain.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, acid rain, pollution, erosion, climate change, environment, environmentalism, 00:30:30 Along with the hole in the ozone layer, acid rain was one of the first international environmental threats. It’s fallen to the wayside in the face of climate change, but we have yet to lick it. Join Chuck and Josh as they revive the 80s drumbeat. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-06-12-sysk-fat-tax-01.mp3 The concept of fighting unhealthy behavior like overeating by taxing unhealthy food has been around since 1994. But as the debate over a fat tax rages on in the U.S., Europe has begun to institute them and there’s talk of taxing overweight people as well. Tue, 12 Jun 2012 12:57:34 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-06-12-sysk-fat-tax.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, fat tax, health, overeating, consumption, public health, overweight, taxation 00:37:58 The concept of fighting unhealthy behavior like overeating by taxing unhealthy food has been around since 1994. But as the debate over a fat tax rages on in the U.S., Europe has begun to institute them and there’s talk of taxing overweight people as well. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-06-07-sysk-fractals.mp3 In the 1980s, IBM mathematician Benoit Mandelbrot gazed for the first time upon his famous fractal. What resulted was a revolution in math and geometry and our understanding of the infinite, not to mention how we see Star Trek II. Thu, 07 Jun 2012 10:59:20 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-06-07-sysk-fractals.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, fractal, math, Benoit Mandelbrot, infinity 00:34:50 In the 1980s, IBM mathematician Benoit Mandelbrot gazed for the first time upon his famous fractal. What resulted was a revolution in math and geometry and our understanding of the infinite, not to mention how we see Star Trek II. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-06-05-sysk-moss.mp3 Think you have moss figured out? You probably don’t. Join Josh and Chuck as they explore some of the surprising aspects of these most ancient and important plants on the planet. Tue, 05 Jun 2012 14:30:56 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-06-05-sysk-moss.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, moss, botany, ecology, plants, 00:32:22 Think you have moss figured out? You probably don’t. Join Josh and Chuck as they explore some of the surprising aspects of these most ancient and important plants on the planet. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-05-31-sysk-rain-frogs.mp3 If you’ve seen the movie Magnolia, you’ve seen what it looks like to rain frogs. While there are reports of frogs, fish and even squid raining down that are questionable, science has figured out how it can – and does – rain frogs sometimes. Thu, 31 May 2012 11:17:42 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-05-31-sysk-rain-frogs.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, rain frogs, weather, legends, deluge 00:25:02 If you’ve seen the movie Magnolia, you’ve seen what it looks like to rain frogs. While there are reports of frogs, fish and even squid raining down that are questionable, science has figured out how it can – and does – rain frogs sometimes. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-05-29-sysk-video-game-violence.mp3 The disturbing trend of school shootings around the world has dragged violence in video games into the hot seat. But are violent video games actually more capable of producing real violence in gamers or is it just the latest victim of societal hysteria? Tue, 29 May 2012 12:34:30 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-05-29-sysk-video-game-violence.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, video games, psychology, violence, behavior, school shootings 00:32:47 The disturbing trend of school shootings around the world has dragged violence in video games into the hot seat. But are violent video games actually more capable of producing real violence in gamers or is it just the latest victim of societal hysteria? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-05-24-sysk-obsessed-goals.mp3 We’ve all been brought up to keep our eyes on the prize and our pedal to the medal when we go for that brass ring, but does the Western interest in goals verge on an insane obsession? Learn how goals work (and if they’re healthy) with Chuck and Josh. Thu, 24 May 2012 12:00:40 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-05-24-sysk-obsessed-goals.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, goals, psychology, obsession, happiness 00:40:47 We’ve all been brought up to keep our eyes on the prize and our pedal to the medal when we go for that brass ring, but does the Western interest in goals verge on an insane obsession? Learn how goals work (and if they’re healthy) with Chuck and Josh. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-05-22-sysk-labor-unions.mp3 Yes, it’s true: Unions have a shady mob-related past and were originally championed by anarchists. Born from medieval trade guilds, these organizations also helped grow the American economy, and not only protected but established workers’ rights. Tue, 22 May 2012 13:34:06 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-05-22-sysk-labor-unions.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, labor unions, worker rights, history, guilds, labor 00:48:44 Yes, it’s true: Unions have a shady mob-related past and were originally championed by anarchists. Born from medieval trade guilds, these organizations also helped grow the American economy, and not only protected but established workers’ rights. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-05-17-sysk-future-earth.mp3 What will the Earth be like in 5,000 or 50,000 years? In this far-sighted episode, Josh and Chuck explore how Earth may change over time. Listen in to learn more about humanity's odds of survival -- and how technology just might save us. Thu, 17 May 2012 14:34:06 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-05-17-sysk-future-earth.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, future of earth, dyson, trans-human, space exploration, evolution, pollution, future 00:33:32 What will the Earth be like in 5,000 or 50,000 years? In this far-sighted episode, Josh and Chuck explore how Earth may change over time. Listen in to learn more about humanity's odds of survival -- and how technology just might save us. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-05-15-sysk-interpol.mp3 Interpol is an international police agency that helps other law-enforcement agencies track criminals who operate across national borders -- but how does it work, exactly? Join the guys as they delve into the world of global law enforcement. Tue, 15 May 2012 15:22:16 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-05-15-sysk-interpol.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, interpol, world police, law enforcement, crime 00:32:11 Interpol is an international police agency that helps other law-enforcement agencies track criminals who operate across national borders -- but how does it work, exactly? Join the guys as they delve into the world of global law enforcement. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-05-10-sysk-shotgun-house.mp3 Shotgun houses are iconic pieces of American architecture: they're long, narrow, and filled with artistic flourishes. But where did they come from? In this episode, Chuck and Josh explore the mysterious origins of shotgun houses. Thu, 10 May 2012 13:49:48 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-05-10-sysk-shotgun-house.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, shotgun house, architecture, design, housing 00:23:32 Shotgun houses are iconic pieces of American architecture: they're long, narrow, and filled with artistic flourishes. But where did they come from? In this episode, Chuck and Josh explore the mysterious origins of shotgun houses. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-05-08-sysk-manhattan-nutmeg.mp3 Today nutmeg is commonplace, but this wasn't always the case. In the 17th century, the Dutch and the British fought a trade war over nutmeg. Join Chuck and Josh as they travel across continents and centuries to trace the story of nutmeg and Manhattan. Tue, 08 May 2012 13:08:55 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-05-08-sysk-manhattan-nutmeg.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, nutmeg, manhattan, history, east indies, west indies, european, colonialism 00:34:52 Today nutmeg is commonplace, but this wasn't always the case. In the 17th century, the Dutch and the British fought a trade war over nutmeg. Join Chuck and Josh as they travel across continents and centuries to trace the story of nutmeg and Manhattan. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-05-03-sysk-bullfighting.mp3 When the Visigoths ruled Spain, they introduced the idea of battling bulls at festivals. Today matadors get paid $100,000 and perform in front of 50,000 fans. But is bullfighting an antiquated, abusive relic or a cultural tradition above reproach? Thu, 03 May 2012 11:15:10 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-05-03-sysk-bullfighting.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, bullfighting, matador, visigoths, spain, bull 00:44:34 When the Visigoths ruled Spain, they introduced the idea of battling bulls at festivals. Today matadors get paid $100,000 and perform in front of 50,000 fans. But is bullfighting an antiquated, abusive relic or a cultural tradition above reproach? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-05-01-sysk-language-evolve.mp3 " Sure animals talk in their own way, with chirps and grunts and the like, but only humans can form words. It is this, some evolutionary psychologists contend, that is what truly separates us from the rest of the species on the planet. But why us?" Tue, 01 May 2012 12:31:02 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-05-01-sysk-language-evolve.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, language, evolution, cognition, communication, 00:27:57 " Sure animals talk in their own way, with chirps and grunts and the like, but only humans can form words. It is this, some evolutionary psychologists contend, that is what truly separates us from the rest of the species on the planet. But why us?" HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-04-26-sysk-medical-marijuana.mp3 Some quarters of the medical establishment endorse it, others abhor it. The DEA is cracking down on it, but the Veterans’ Administration supports it as a treatment for soldiers. Medical marijuana is indeed a contentious issue. Learn all about it here. Thu, 26 Apr 2012 11:21:01 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-04-26-sysk-medical-marijuana.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, DEA, medical marijuana, veteran, controversy, prohibition 00:33:57 Some quarters of the medical establishment endorse it, others abhor it. The DEA is cracking down on it, but the Veterans’ Administration supports it as a treatment for soldiers. Medical marijuana is indeed a contentious issue. Learn all about it here. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-04-24-sysk-air-traffic-control.mp3 You know how when you fly in an airline you usually don’t die? You can thank the battalion of air traffic control professionals who studiously track every moment of your flight to ensure its safety. Learn all about this unsung field with Chuck and Josh. Tue, 24 Apr 2012 12:33:12 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-04-24-sysk-air-traffic-control.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, air traffic control, air traffic controller, airplane, 00:39:15 You know how when you fly in an airline you usually don’t die? You can thank the battalion of air traffic control professionals who studiously track every moment of your flight to ensure its safety. Learn all about this unsung field with Chuck and Josh. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-04-19-sysk-social-security-number.mp3 Do you know that up until July 2011 an ambitious hacker with a good software program could deduce your social security number based on your date and place of birth? In this episode, the boys examine some of the lesser-known details of the Social Security system in the U.S. Thu, 19 Apr 2012 11:46:22 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-04-19-sysk-social-security-number.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, social security number, ssn, hacking, government 00:38:06 Do you know that up until July 2011 an ambitious hacker with a good software program could deduce your social security number based on your date and place of birth? In this episode, the boys examine some of the lesser-known details of the Social Security system in the U.S. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-04-17-sysk-whaling.mp3 Despite its embattled status as brutal and illegal, commercial whaling is a tradition that dates back 1,000 years and served as the economic engine of the Industrial Revolution. Join Josh and Chuck as they explore the whaling life then and now. Tue, 17 Apr 2012 10:39:54 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-04-17-sysk-whaling.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, whaling, hunting, whales, dolphins, japan, moby dick, industrial revolution, history 00:35:13 Despite its embattled status as brutal and illegal, commercial whaling is a tradition that dates back 1,000 years and served as the economic engine of the Industrial Revolution. Join Josh and Chuck as they explore the whaling life then and now. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-04-12-sysk-body-odor.mp3 Chuck and Josh end up making reduxes of past episodes on things like sweating and deodorant in this all-new episode on the science beneath what makes people smell. Learn all about your odor in this episode of Stuff You Should Know. Wed, 11 Apr 2012 16:39:40 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-04-12-sysk-body-odor.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, sweating, deoderant, body odor, musk, perspiration 00:45:24 Chuck and Josh end up making reduxes of past episodes on things like sweating and deodorant in this all-new episode on the science beneath what makes people smell. Learn all about your odor in this episode of Stuff You Should Know. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-04-10-sysk-atlantis.mp3 While the search for Atlantis has been pushed to the fringes since the 19th century, archaeologists have quietly pursued cities that may have inspired Plato to fabricate the mythical city. It looks like a team in Greece has found it. Tue, 10 Apr 2012 10:14:30 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-04-10-sysk-atlantis.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, atlantis, plato, greece, history, archaeology 00:32:05 While the search for Atlantis has been pushed to the fringes since the 19th century, archaeologists have quietly pursued cities that may have inspired Plato to fabricate the mythical city. It looks like a team in Greece has found it. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-04-05-sysk-beer.mp3 At long last, Josh and Chuck take on perhaps their most important topic ever. Learn about the history of beer, how it’s made -- the whole shebang, basically -- in this watershed episode of Stuff You Should Know. Thu, 05 Apr 2012 15:26:24 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-04-05-sysk-beer.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, beer, alcohol, fermentation, drinking 00:48:13 At long last, Josh and Chuck take on perhaps their most important topic ever. Learn about the history of beer, how it’s made -- the whole shebang, basically -- in this watershed episode of Stuff You Should Know. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-04-03-sysk-diamonds.mp3 There's no denying that diamonds are pretty -- but where do they come from, and why are they so expensive? Join Chuck and Josh as they explore everything about diamonds, from their formation to the mining process and the history of the DeBeers cartel. Tue, 03 Apr 2012 11:38:05 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-04-03-sysk-diamonds.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, diamonds 00:40:21 There's no denying that diamonds are pretty -- but where do they come from, and why are they so expensive? Join Chuck and Josh as they explore everything about diamonds, from their formation to the mining process and the history of the DeBeers cartel. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-03-29-sysk-music-sampling.mp3 Today music sampling is a common practice, especially in electronic or hip-hop music. But how does it work? After all, other artists made the original music, and most of them would presumably like to be paid. Tune in to learn more about music sampling. Thu, 29 Mar 2012 13:13:27 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-03-29-sysk-music-sampling.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, music sampling, music, licensing, audio 00:44:22 Today music sampling is a common practice, especially in electronic or hip-hop music. But how does it work? After all, other artists made the original music, and most of them would presumably like to be paid. Tune in to learn more about music sampling. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-03-27-sysk-10-cases-revenge.mp3 Who doesn't love a good story about comeuppance? Whether served cold or piping hot, revenge is an ancient idea -- and history is filled with acts of vengeance. Join Josh and Chuck as they trace the concept of revenge from the bygone days of Hammurabi to the modern era. Tue, 27 Mar 2012 13:01:15 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-03-27-sysk-10-cases-revenge.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, revenge, vengeance, hammurabi, justice, film, culture 00:45:13 Who doesn't love a good story about comeuppance? Whether served cold or piping hot, revenge is an ancient idea -- and history is filled with acts of vengeance. Join Josh and Chuck as they trace the concept of revenge from the bygone days of Hammurabi to the modern era. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-03-22-sysk-tipping.mp3 Tipping is commonly expected in some places, such as U.S. restaurants. Yet this practice varies across cultures. Join trivia gurus (and former waiters) Josh and Chuck as they take a closer look at the history, practice and controversy surrounding tipping. Thu, 22 Mar 2012 12:22:30 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-03-22-sysk-tipping.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, tipping, culture, waiting, service, economy 00:50:19 Tipping is commonly expected in some places, such as U.S. restaurants. Yet this practice varies across cultures. Join trivia gurus (and former waiters) Josh and Chuck as they take a closer look at the history, practice and controversy surrounding tipping. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-03-20-sysk-sxsw-2012.mp3 Although you might not be a fan of comic books, there's no denying that they have a fascinating place in American history. And -- as if that wasn't interesting enough -- Josh and Chuck decided to break down the story of comic books live at SXSW. Tue, 20 Mar 2012 13:28:08 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-03-20-sysk-sxsw-2012.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, comic books, graphic novel, illustration, sxsw, live 00:56:05 Although you might not be a fan of comic books, there's no denying that they have a fascinating place in American history. And -- as if that wasn't interesting enough -- Josh and Chuck decided to break down the story of comic books live at SXSW. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-03-15-sysk-donner-party.mp3 Did they or didn’t they? There is plenty of written evidence that the ill-fated Donner Party resorted to cannibalism – except there are no bones. Learn the details of one of the worst disasters of the early West in this episode of Stuff You Should Know. Thu, 15 Mar 2012 09:54:33 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-03-15-sysk-donner-party.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, donner party, cannibalism, disasters 00:36:41 Did they or didn’t they? There is plenty of written evidence that the ill-fated Donner Party resorted to cannibalism – except there are no bones. Learn the details of one of the worst disasters of the early West in this episode of Stuff You Should Know. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-03-13-sysk-chimpanzees-medical-research.mp3 If you’ve got half a heart it’s an easy question to answer. But if you’re happy living without polio and hepatitis B you may want to question further. Learn about what makes chimps special and the history of medical testing in this episode. Tue, 13 Mar 2012 12:58:03 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-03-13-sysk-chimpanzees-medical-research.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, chimps, neuroscience, primatology, ethics, experimentation, chimpanzee 00:32:05 If you’ve got half a heart it’s an easy question to answer. But if you’re happy living without polio and hepatitis B you may want to question further. Learn about what makes chimps special and the history of medical testing in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-03-08-sysk-noahs-ark.mp3 Stories of a great flood and a man who managed to stay afloat while the world drowned abound in ancient traditions. Join Josh and Chuck as they explore the possible evidence of the Great Flood and whether Noah really existed. Thu, 08 Mar 2012 11:10:32 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-03-08-sysk-noahs-ark.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, noah, noah's ark, bible stories, flood, great flood 00:31:15 Stories of a great flood and a man who managed to stay afloat while the world drowned abound in ancient traditions. Join Josh and Chuck as they explore the possible evidence of the Great Flood and whether Noah really existed. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-03-06-sysk-duels.mp3 Pretty much everything you know about duels is true – it’s a challenge to violence to defend honor. But did you know the U.S. Navy used to publish detailed guidelines in its midshipmen’s handbook? Learn all there is to know about dueling in this episode. Tue, 06 Mar 2012 11:39:04 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-03-06-sysk-duels.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, duels, dueling, us navy 00:42:17 Pretty much everything you know about duels is true – it’s a challenge to violence to defend honor. But did you know the U.S. Navy used to publish detailed guidelines in its midshipmen’s handbook? Learn all there is to know about dueling in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-03-01-sysk-seti.mp3 SETI stands for 'search for extraterrestrial intelligence,' and the term is used to describe both the SETI institute and the search for alien life in general. In this spaced-out episode, Josh and Chuck explore the origin, aims and challenges facing SETI. Thu, 01 Mar 2012 11:24:03 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-03-01-sysk-seti.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, drake equation, astronomy, seti, alien, extraterrestrial 00:38:28 SETI stands for 'search for extraterrestrial intelligence,' and the term is used to describe both the SETI institute and the search for alien life in general. In this spaced-out episode, Josh and Chuck explore the origin, aims and challenges facing SETI. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-02-28-sysk-crying.mp3 You probably did it around 70 times last year, yet you probably don’t understand the psychological and physiological processes at work when you cried. Don’t feel bad – no one does. Join Chuck and Josh as they poke around your tear ducts in this episode. Tue, 28 Feb 2012 12:46:58 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-02-28-sysk-crying.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, crying, weeping, emotion 00:39:56 You probably did it around 70 times last year, yet you probably don’t understand the psychological and physiological processes at work when you cried. Don’t feel bad – no one does. Join Chuck and Josh as they poke around your tear ducts in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-02-23-sysk-fasting.mp3 Avoiding food for religious or health reasons has been around for millennia. But while God may appreciate the sacrifice, how does it affect the body? Join Josh and Chuck to find if fasting actually can be healthy or if it’s as bad an idea as it sounds. Thu, 23 Feb 2012 11:39:24 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-02-23-sysk-fasting.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, fasting, nutrition, diet, religion, eating 00:34:17 Avoiding food for religious or health reasons has been around for millennia. But while God may appreciate the sacrifice, how does it affect the body? Join Josh and Chuck to find if fasting actually can be healthy or if it’s as bad an idea as it sounds. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-02-21-sysk-spies.mp3 Psst. You want to know how governments and corporations get the drop on one another? The frontline of intelligence is populated by spies. Learn about how spies get and transfer information (and why they do it) in this episode of Stuff You Should Know. Tue, 21 Feb 2012 13:53:33 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-02-21-sysk-spies.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, espionage, spy, spying, corporate espionage, 00:43:38 Psst. You want to know how governments and corporations get the drop on one another? The frontline of intelligence is populated by spies. Learn about how spies get and transfer information (and why they do it) in this episode of Stuff You Should Know. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-02-16-sysk-autopsies.mp3 In the 400th episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck take a trip through the morgue and look over the shoulders of the often controversial coroners and medical examiners that open cadavers to determine how someone died.  Thu, 16 Feb 2012 11:42:03 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-02-16-sysk-autopsies.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, autopsy, morgue, cadaver, corpse, mortician 00:49:11 In the 400th episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck take a trip through the morgue and look over the shoulders of the often controversial coroners and medical examiners that open cadavers to determine how someone died.  HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-02-14-sysk-zero.mp3 Few numbers have as storied a past as zero. Even fewer have had as great an impact on our ability to understand our universe. Yet zero is a relatively recent arrival in math. Find out all about this surprisingly fascinating number with Chuck and Josh. Tue, 14 Feb 2012 11:21:29 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-02-14-sysk-zero.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, zero, math, math history, philosophy 00:30:08 Few numbers have as storied a past as zero. Even fewer have had as great an impact on our ability to understand our universe. Yet zero is a relatively recent arrival in math. Find out all about this surprisingly fascinating number with Chuck and Josh. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-02-09-sysk-coral-reefs.mp3 Coral reefs are the largest organic structures on Earth, yet they're created through a symbiotic relationship between creatures about 3 millimeters long. Learn more about the the world’s coral reefs (and how to protect them) in this episode. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 08:52:57 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-02-09-sysk-coral-reefs.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, coral reefs, marine biology, barrier reef, 00:35:50 Coral reefs are the largest organic structures on Earth, yet they're created through a symbiotic relationship between creatures about 3 millimeters long. Learn more about the the world’s coral reefs (and how to protect them) in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-02-07-sysk-pick-pockets.mp3 There aren’t many criminal pursuits that are as storied as pickpocketing, and some people fondly reminisce over its heyday. Learn why some consider pickpocketing an art form, how to protect yourself from this art and more in this episode. Tue, 07 Feb 2012 12:53:19 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-02-07-sysk-pick-pockets.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, crime, pickpocket, pickpocketing, thieves 00:32:43 There aren’t many criminal pursuits that are as storied as pickpocketing, and some people fondly reminisce over its heyday. Learn why some consider pickpocketing an art form, how to protect yourself from this art and more in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-02-02-sysk-10000-year-clock.mp3 In a desert in Texas a 200-feet-tall clock is being constructed deep inside a mountain. Once completed, it will keep time for the next 10,000 years, even if there are no humans around to use it. Tune in as Chuck and Josh get to the bottom of the Long Now. Thu, 02 Feb 2012 10:45:00 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-02-02-sysk-10000-year-clock.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, 10000 year clock, texas, long now 00:46:48 In a desert in Texas a 200-feet-tall clock is being constructed deep inside a mountain. Once completed, it will keep time for the next 10,000 years, even if there are no humans around to use it. Tune in as Chuck and Josh get to the bottom of the Long Now. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-01-31-sysk-magic-mushrooms.mp3 For thousands of years, humans have used hallucinogenic mushrooms for spiritual reasons. Today, however, having them can get you thrown in prison. How do magic mushrooms do what they do? Can they help the mentally ill? Find out in this far out episode. Tue, 31 Jan 2012 09:45:00 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-01-31-sysk-magic-mushrooms.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, hallucinogen, magic mushroom, fungus, alternative medicine 00:49:59 For thousands of years, humans have used hallucinogenic mushrooms for spiritual reasons. Today, however, having them can get you thrown in prison. How do magic mushrooms do what they do? Can they help the mentally ill? Find out in this far out episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-01-26-sysk-floods.mp3 Floods happen when more water is introduced to an area than can be quickly removed. That’s about it, but there's more to floods, what causes them and the havoc they can wreak. Join Josh and Chuck in this super-saturated episode of Stuff You Should Know. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 12:18:08 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-01-26-sysk-floods.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, floods, flooding, disaster, water 00:32:32 Floods happen when more water is introduced to an area than can be quickly removed. That’s about it, but there's more to floods, what causes them and the havoc they can wreak. Join Josh and Chuck in this super-saturated episode of Stuff You Should Know. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-01-24-sysk-human-trafficking.mp3 Despite worldwide prohibitions, slavery still exists. Slaves are forced or coerced into prostitution or made to work in deplorable factory conditions. Yet there’s still debate over how widespread the problem is. Learn about modern slavery in this episode. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 10:41:16 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-01-24-sysk-human-trafficking.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, human trafficking, slavery, UN, racism, exploitation 00:34:36 Despite worldwide prohibitions, slavery still exists. Slaves are forced or coerced into prostitution or made to work in deplorable factory conditions. Yet there’s still debate over how widespread the problem is. Learn about modern slavery in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-01-19-sysk-lucha-libre.mp3 Perhaps it’s the colorful masks or the high-flying, rapid-fire acrobatic moves. Whatever it is, there’s something uniquely and particularly entrancing about Mexican wrestling, called lucha libre. Learn more about lucha libre in this episode of SYSK. Thu, 19 Jan 2012 10:12:28 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-01-19-sysk-lucha-libre.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, lucha libre, mexican wrestling, wrestling 00:40:05 Perhaps it’s the colorful masks or the high-flying, rapid-fire acrobatic moves. Whatever it is, there’s something uniquely and particularly entrancing about Mexican wrestling, called lucha libre. Learn more about lucha libre in this episode of SYSK. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-01-17-sysk-contrails-chemtrails.mp3 You know those trails that jets leave in the sky? While science has explained why they happen, plenty of conspiracy theorists believe there’s more to it. Join Josh and Chuck as they channel the guys from Stuff They Don’t Want You to Know in this episode. Tue, 17 Jan 2012 13:30:19 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-01-17-sysk-contrails-chemtrails.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, contrail, chemtrail, stuff they don't want you to know 00:31:54 You know those trails that jets leave in the sky? While science has explained why they happen, plenty of conspiracy theorists believe there’s more to it. Join Josh and Chuck as they channel the guys from Stuff They Don’t Want You to Know in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-01-12-sysk-bermuda-triangle.mp3 There’s roughly 500,000 squares miles encompassed in a triangle with points in Miami, Bermuda and San Juan. There shouldn’t be anything different about this area, but some people believe it’s a hotbed of supernatural activity. Tune in to learn why. Thu, 12 Jan 2012 12:17:51 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-01-12-sysk-bermuda-triangle.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, bermuda triangle, paranormal, history, devil's triangle 00:43:52 There’s roughly 500,000 squares miles encompassed in a triangle with points in Miami, Bermuda and San Juan. There shouldn’t be anything different about this area, but some people believe it’s a hotbed of supernatural activity. Tune in to learn why. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-01-10-sysk-vacation-antarctica.mp3 The answer is yes, but there’s a lot more to traveling to the southernmost continent. Learn why emperor penguins don’t make eye contact with humans, which country has the best research station and why the chances of your ship sinking are alarmingly high. Tue, 10 Jan 2012 13:20:32 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-01-10-sysk-vacation-antarctica.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, antarctica, travel, vacation 00:36:15 The answer is yes, but there’s a lot more to traveling to the southernmost continent. Learn why emperor penguins don’t make eye contact with humans, which country has the best research station and why the chances of your ship sinking are alarmingly high. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-01-05-sysk-curse-king-tut-tomb.mp3 When Howard Carter opened Tutankhamen's tomb, some believe he unleashed a curse on everyone associated with his expedition. But there’s no such thing as a curse, right? Learn the scientific basis beneath King Tut's curse as Chuck and Josh Meet the Mummy! Thu, 05 Jan 2012 12:05:15 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-01-05-sysk-curse-king-tut-tomb.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, king tut's curse, tutankhamun, egypt, pharoah's curse 00:37:52 When Howard Carter opened Tutankhamen's tomb, some believe he unleashed a curse on everyone associated with his expedition. But there’s no such thing as a curse, right? Learn the scientific basis beneath King Tut's curse as Chuck and Josh Meet the Mummy! HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-01-03-sysk-yo-yos.mp3 You may have played with a yo-yo before -- perhaps you’ve even walked the dog -- but do you know about the physics behind what makes a yo-yo sleep and wake up? Learn all about inertia, angular momentum and the history of the yo-yo in this episode of SYSK. Tue, 03 Jan 2012 12:09:09 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2012-01-03-sysk-yo-yos.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, yo yo, yo-yo, physics, yo-yo tricks 00:30:54 You may have played with a yo-yo before -- perhaps you’ve even walked the dog -- but do you know about the physics behind what makes a yo-yo sleep and wake up? Learn all about inertia, angular momentum and the history of the yo-yo in this episode of SYSK. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-12-29-sysk-coffee.mp3 There’s a 98 percent chance you’re drinking coffee right now. Maybe not, sure, but coffee is ubiquitous – about 80 percent of Americans consume coffee and Brazil alone has 3 billion coffee plants. Learn all about the great black brew in this episode. Thu, 29 Dec 2011 13:19:01 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-12-29-sysk-coffee.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, coffee, caffeine, addiction, history 00:50:57 There’s a 98 percent chance you’re drinking coffee right now. Maybe not, sure, but coffee is ubiquitous – about 80 percent of Americans consume coffee and Brazil alone has 3 billion coffee plants. Learn all about the great black brew in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-12-27-sysk-brain-during-orgasm.mp3 Chuck and Josh test the limits of their decorum as they explore the physiology of an orgasm. Learn all about this inexplicably taboo subject (including how even women who are paralyzed can experience orgasms) in this episode of Stuff You Should Know. Tue, 27 Dec 2011 13:58:51 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-12-27-sysk-brain-during-orgasm.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, brain, orgasm, brain function, sex 00:38:02 Chuck and Josh test the limits of their decorum as they explore the physiology of an orgasm. Learn all about this inexplicably taboo subject (including how even women who are paralyzed can experience orgasms) in this episode of Stuff You Should Know. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-12-22-sysk-christmas-extravaganza.mp3 Have you ever wondered why the poinsettia is the official plant of Christmas or why we hang stockings by the chimney with care? Join Chuck and Josh for this very special Christmas episode. Who knows, maybe even St. Nick will make an appearance (he doesn’t). Thu, 22 Dec 2011 08:39:37 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-12-22-sysk-christmas-extravaganza.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, christmas extravaganza, holiday, 00:40:08 Have you ever wondered why the poinsettia is the official plant of Christmas or why we hang stockings by the chimney with care? Join Chuck and Josh for this very special Christmas episode. Who knows, maybe even St. Nick will make an appearance (he doesn’t). HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-12-20-sysk-pepper-spray.mp3 Lt. John Pike of the Davis, Calif., police department brought the wrath of the Internet on himself when he casually doused peaceful protestors with pepper spray. Find out what was in the can in this eye-watering episode of Stuff You Should Know. Tue, 20 Dec 2011 12:52:02 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-12-20-sysk-pepper-spray.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, pepper spray, chemistry, self-defense, law enforcement 00:34:50 Lt. John Pike of the Davis, Calif., police department brought the wrath of the Internet on himself when he casually doused peaceful protestors with pepper spray. Find out what was in the can in this eye-watering episode of Stuff You Should Know. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-12-15-sysk-earthworms.mp3 Earthworms come in a wide range of sizes: The average U.S. earthworm is 6 to 11 inches long, and the giant worms of Australia and South America can grow to a length of 11 feet. Join Josh and Chuck as they burrow into the weird world of earthworms. Thu, 15 Dec 2011 12:52:43 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-12-15-sysk-earthworms.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, earthworm, worms, biology, vermicomposting 00:42:26 Earthworms come in a wide range of sizes: The average U.S. earthworm is 6 to 11 inches long, and the giant worms of Australia and South America can grow to a length of 11 feet. Join Josh and Chuck as they burrow into the weird world of earthworms. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-12-13-sysk-mccarthyism.mp3 If you're accusing someone of disloyalty or subversion without decent evidence, then you may be guilty of McCarthyism. In this episode, Josh and Chuck explore the origin of the term, starting with the infamous Communist-hunting Senator Joseph McCarthy. Tue, 13 Dec 2011 11:43:11 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-12-13-sysk-mccarthyism.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, joseph mccarthy, mccarthyism, communism, witch hunt, 00:40:25 If you're accusing someone of disloyalty or subversion without decent evidence, then you may be guilty of McCarthyism. In this episode, Josh and Chuck explore the origin of the term, starting with the infamous Communist-hunting Senator Joseph McCarthy. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-12-08-sysk-digestive-system.mp3 The digestive system uses mechanical and chemical processes to absorb and transport all the nutrients your body needs to survive -- but how does it work? In this episode, Josh and Chuck take you through all 30 feet of the average digestive system. Thu, 08 Dec 2011 11:13:00 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-12-08-sysk-digestive-system.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, digestive system, digestion, intestines, nutrition 00:45:34 The digestive system uses mechanical and chemical processes to absorb and transport all the nutrients your body needs to survive -- but how does it work? In this episode, Josh and Chuck take you through all 30 feet of the average digestive system. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-12-06-sysk-daylight-saving-time-01.mp3 Benjamin Franklin first came up with daylight saving time in 1748, and people still practice it today. But how does it work? What are the pros and cons? Join Josh and Chuck as they turn back the clock to explore the origins of daylight saving time. Tue, 06 Dec 2011 15:03:18 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-12-06-sysk-daylight-saving-time.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, daylight saving time, clock, time zones 00:33:07 Benjamin Franklin first came up with daylight saving time in 1748, and people still practice it today. But how does it work? What are the pros and cons? Join Josh and Chuck as they turn back the clock to explore the origins of daylight saving time. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-12-01-sysk-donkey-elephant-political-symbols.mp3 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 symbols in this old-timey episode of Stuff You Should Know. Thu, 01 Dec 2011 10:48:49 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-12-01-sysk-donkey-elephant-political-symbols.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, politics, political symbol, elephant, donkey, democrat, republican 00:33:50 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 symbols in this old-timey episode of Stuff You Should Know. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-11-29-sysk-cash-credit-or-debit.mp3 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 heartbreak of overdraft fees in this episode. Tue, 29 Nov 2011 11:35:29 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-11-29-sysk-cash-credit-or-debit.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, cash, credit, debit, finance, money 00:27:50 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 heartbreak of overdraft fees in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-11-24-sysk-thoroughbred-horses.mp3 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 special and the controversy around racing them. Thu, 24 Nov 2011 14:16:05 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-11-24-sysk-thoroughbred-horses.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, thoroughbred, horse, horse breeding, racehorse, racing, horse races 00:36:27 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 special and the controversy around racing them. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-11-22-sysk-crossbows.mp3 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 behind them and how to use one with Josh and Chuck. Tue, 22 Nov 2011 11:47:21 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-11-22-sysk-crossbows.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, crossbow, weaponry, physics, history 00:24:05 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 behind them and how to use one with Josh and Chuck. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-11-17-sysk-air-force-one.mp3 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 they demystify Air Force One. Thu, 17 Nov 2011 12:33:02 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-11-17-sysk-air-force-one.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, air force one, president, flight, president plane, travel 00:31:46 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 they demystify Air Force One. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-11-15-sysk-alcatraz.mp3 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 they explain the Stuff You Should Know about Alcatraz. Tue, 15 Nov 2011 10:06:04 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-11-15-sysk-alcatraz.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, alcatraz, prison, the rock, incarceration 00:40:35 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 they explain the Stuff You Should Know about Alcatraz. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-11-10-sysk-presidential-debates.mp3 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 influence on public opinion. But how do they work? Thu, 10 Nov 2011 12:02:07 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-11-10-sysk-presidential-debates.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, presidential debates, election, us president 00:34:59 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 influence on public opinion. But how do they work? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-11-08-sysk-gene-patents.mp3 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 more about the history -- and future -- of gene patents. Tue, 08 Nov 2011 13:27:27 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-11-08-sysk-gene-patents.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, gene patent, genetics, patents, patent system 00:41:26 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 more about the history -- and future -- of gene patents. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-11-03-sysk-american-bison.mp3 The pre-colonial range of the American bison stretched from Canada to Mexico. From 1820 to 1880, the population dwindled from 30 million to just over 1,000. Join Josh and Chuck as they explore how bison were brought back from the verge of extinction. Thu, 03 Nov 2011 08:51:59 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-11-03-sysk-american-bison.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, american bison, conservation, endangered species, 00:54:03 The pre-colonial range of the American bison stretched from Canada to Mexico. From 1820 to 1880, the population dwindled from 30 million to just over 1,000. Join Josh and Chuck as they explore how bison were brought back from the verge of extinction. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-11-01-sysk-autobahn.mp3 The autobahn has an international reputation, and people around the world love the notion of driving on a road with no speed limits -- but how true is this reputation? Join Josh and Chuck as they tell you everything you need to know about the autobahn. Tue, 01 Nov 2011 12:29:05 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-11-01-sysk-autobahn.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, autobahn, highway, german history 00:53:00 The autobahn has an international reputation, and people around the world love the notion of driving on a road with no speed limits -- but how true is this reputation? Join Josh and Chuck as they tell you everything you need to know about the autobahn. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-10-27-sysk-berenice.mp3 It's Halloween again, and this year Chuck and Josh are ringing in the holiday with a special reading of the short story "Berenice," by Edgar Allan Poe. Tune in to catch Stuff You Should Know's Poe-rific Halloween episode. Thu, 27 Oct 2011 13:20:10 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-10-27-sysk-berenice.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, john hodgman, berenice, poe, halloween 00:45:18 It's Halloween again, and this year Chuck and Josh are ringing in the holiday with a special reading of the short story "Berenice," by Edgar Allan Poe. Tune in to catch Stuff You Should Know's Poe-rific Halloween episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-10-25-sysk-antimatter-spacecraft-will-work.mp3 There may be a Bizarro World in our universe. Every particle has a mirror image with a reverse electrical charge, and when these opposites meet an energy transfer 300 times stronger than nuclear fusion occurs. Could this reaction power spacecraft? Tue, 25 Oct 2011 12:09:15 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-10-25-sysk-antimatter-spacecraft-will-work.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, anti-matter spacecraft, bizarro, 00:42:11 There may be a Bizarro World in our universe. Every particle has a mirror image with a reverse electrical charge, and when these opposites meet an energy transfer 300 times stronger than nuclear fusion occurs. Could this reaction power spacecraft? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-10-20-sysk-right-to-privacy-die.mp3 If you live in a place where privacy is protected, the legal system keeps prying eyes from your personal information. But does that privacy extend beyond death?  That depends. Tune in to learn more. Thu, 20 Oct 2011 10:11:25 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-10-20-sysk-right-to-privacy-die.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, josh, chuck, right to privacy, privacy, death, public figure 00:33:58 If you live in a place where privacy is protected, the legal system keeps prying eyes from your personal information. But does that privacy extend beyond death?  That depends. Tune in to learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-10-18-sysk-the-nile.mp3 The Nile River has been flowing south to north for about 30 million years, and the human race’s cradle may have been along the Blue Nile stemming from Ethiopia. Find out some amazing facts about what may be the world’s most important river. Tue, 18 Oct 2011 11:10:12 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-10-18-sysk-the-nile.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, the nile, river, history, africa 00:32:57 The Nile River has been flowing south to north for about 30 million years, and the human race’s cradle may have been along the Blue Nile stemming from Ethiopia. Find out some amazing facts about what may be the world’s most important river. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-10-13-sysk-typhoid-mary.mp3 In the 19th century, typhoid was considered a disease of the lower classes. When an outbreak occurred in wealthy Oyster Bay, New York, a mystery was afoot. Tune in to learn how this event began an ongoing debate over public safety versus civil rights. Thu, 13 Oct 2011 11:19:15 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-10-13-sysk-typhoid-mary.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, typhoid mary, epidemiology, disease, patient zero 00:34:57 In the 19th century, typhoid was considered a disease of the lower classes. When an outbreak occurred in wealthy Oyster Bay, New York, a mystery was afoot. Tune in to learn how this event began an ongoing debate over public safety versus civil rights. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-10-11-sysk-zoot-suits.mp3 Few riots can be attributed to passing fashions, but zoot suits are top among them. After originating among the Harlem Renaissance crowd, the zoot suit came to symbolize political defiance. Find out why it’s still illegal to wear a zoot suit in L.A. Tue, 11 Oct 2011 14:18:47 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-10-11-sysk-zoot-suits.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, 00:33:31 Few riots can be attributed to passing fashions, but zoot suits are top among them. After originating among the Harlem Renaissance crowd, the zoot suit came to symbolize political defiance. Find out why it’s still illegal to wear a zoot suit in L.A. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-10-06-sysk-peace-corps.mp3 Since its inception, the Peace Corps has sent 200,000 members to 193 countries to deliver aid and good will through know-how rather than direct funding. Learn about the successes, criticisms and dangers of the Peace Corps in this gung-ho episode of SYSK. Thu, 06 Oct 2011 10:44:16 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-10-06-sysk-peace-corps.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, family crest, coat of arms, aristocracy 00:41:53 Since its inception, the Peace Corps has sent 200,000 members to 193 countries to deliver aid and good will through know-how rather than direct funding. Learn about the successes, criticisms and dangers of the Peace Corps in this gung-ho episode of SYSK. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-10-04-sysk-silly-putty.mp3 When the Japanese invaded Southeast Asia in World War II, they cut off America's rubber supply. Luckily, American can-do created a synthetic rubber and saved the War. Learn about the inventor, fluid chemistry and more in this episode of SYSK. Tue, 04 Oct 2011 11:52:42 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-10-04-sysk-silly-putty.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, silly putty, synthetic rubber, history 00:36:09 When the Japanese invaded Southeast Asia in World War II, they cut off America's rubber supply. Luckily, American can-do created a synthetic rubber and saved the War. Learn about the inventor, fluid chemistry and more in this episode of SYSK. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-09-29-sysk-us-marshals.mp3 Thought Chuck and Josh had already covered every law enforcement agency? Think again. The Marshals Service is the oldest law enforcement branch in the land, dating back to 1789. Listen up for how to get a free ride courtesy the Marshals in this episode. Thu, 29 Sep 2011 11:58:25 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-09-29-sysk-us-marshals.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, u.s. marshals, law enforcement, federal 00:33:01 Thought Chuck and Josh had already covered every law enforcement agency? Think again. The Marshals Service is the oldest law enforcement branch in the land, dating back to 1789. Listen up for how to get a free ride courtesy the Marshals in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-09-27-sysk-sword-swallowing.mp3 Houdini suggested that sword swallowing was merely a trick. But there’s no sleight of hand or throat to this ancient practice. Practitioners really do swallow swords, car axles and more. Learn more about sword swallowers in this gag-reflexive episode. Tue, 27 Sep 2011 11:42:02 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-09-27-sysk-sword-swallowing.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, sword swallowing, sword swallower, stunts, http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-09-27-sysk-sword-swallowing.mp3 00:33:23 Houdini suggested that sword swallowing was merely a trick. But there’s no sleight of hand or throat to this ancient practice. Practitioners really do swallow swords, car axles and more. Learn more about sword swallowers in this gag-reflexive episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-09-22-sysk-family-crests.mp3 After 800 years of creating coats and crests, some meaning has been lost to history, but much has been retained and is still in use. Find out what a mullet on field argent with stags rampant means in this Olde English episode of Stuff You Should Know. Thu, 22 Sep 2011 10:08:39 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-09-22-sysk-family-crests.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, family crest, coat of arms, aristocracy 00:47:42 After 800 years of creating coats and crests, some meaning has been lost to history, but much has been retained and is still in use. Find out what a mullet on field argent with stags rampant means in this Olde English episode of Stuff You Should Know. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-09-20-sysk-acne.mp3 Over the course of our lives, 80 percent of us will experience acne. Ultimately, acne comes down to one thing, a blockage in the sebaceous gland. Learn what makes a blackhead black, and everything else about zits, in this pus-filled episode of SYSK. Tue, 20 Sep 2011 11:52:45 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-09-20-sysk-acne.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, world trade center, 9/1, september 11th 00:41:20 Over the course of our lives, 80 percent of us will experience acne. Ultimately, acne comes down to one thing, a blockage in the sebaceous gland. Learn what makes a blackhead black, and everything else about zits, in this pus-filled episode of SYSK. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-09-15-sysk-moon.mp3 Did you know that science still doesn’t know the exact origin of the moon? Do you know how the moon creates high and low tides? Do you know the difference between a waxing crescent and a waning gibbous? You will after listening to this riveting episode. Thu, 15 Sep 2011 13:40:35 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-09-15-sysk-moon.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, moon, lunar, astronomy 00:37:51 Did you know that science still doesn’t know the exact origin of the moon? Do you know how the moon creates high and low tides? Do you know the difference between a waxing crescent and a waning gibbous? You will after listening to this riveting episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-09-13-sysk-casinos.mp3 Gambling predates the written word; dice made of bones have been discovered at prehistoric sites. Today, the concept of amassing a fortune in moments remains attractive. Join Josh and Chuck as they take a look at the games and the glitz of casinos. Tue, 13 Sep 2011 10:51:24 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-09-13-sysk-casinos.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, casino, gambling, vegas, odds, risks 00:42:28 Gambling predates the written word; dice made of bones have been discovered at prehistoric sites. Today, the concept of amassing a fortune in moments remains attractive. Join Josh and Chuck as they take a look at the games and the glitz of casinos. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-09-08-sysk-world-trade-center.mp3 The World Trade Center was once a global symbol of progress. Since the attacks of Sept. 11, the area has undergone a massive rebuilding process. Chuck and Josh take a look at the World Trade Center, its memorial and its symbolism in this special episode. Thu, 08 Sep 2011 10:16:00 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-09-08-sysk-world-trade-center.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, world trade center, 9/1, september 11th 00:42:53 The World Trade Center was once a global symbol of progress. Since the attacks of Sept. 11, the area has undergone a massive rebuilding process. Chuck and Josh take a look at the World Trade Center, its memorial and its symbolism in this special episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-09-06-sysk-self-experimentation.mp3 Over the centuries, some scientists have concluded that the best test subject is looking at them in the mirror. Join Josh and Chuck as they explore 10 researchers, unsung or otherwise, who put their own health second to the advancement of science. Tue, 06 Sep 2011 12:39:22 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-09-06-sysk-self-experimentation.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, science, self-experimentation, experiment, scientists 00:41:19 Over the centuries, some scientists have concluded that the best test subject is looking at them in the mirror. Join Josh and Chuck as they explore 10 researchers, unsung or otherwise, who put their own health second to the advancement of science. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-09-01-sysk-polygraphics.mp3 Instead of actually detecting lies, polygraph machines sense physiological variations, ostensibly brought on by guilt. The results are subject to interpretation, and therefore controversial. Join Josh and Chuck as they investigate the polygraph. Thu, 01 Sep 2011 13:21:29 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-09-01-sysk-polygraphics.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, lie detector, polygraph, testing 00:27:33 Instead of actually detecting lies, polygraph machines sense physiological variations, ostensibly brought on by guilt. The results are subject to interpretation, and therefore controversial. Join Josh and Chuck as they investigate the polygraph. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-08-30-sysk-cryonics.mp3 In 1964 The Prospect of Immortality laid out a plan for placing humans in suspended animation. The first person was placed in cryonic suspension three years later. But how does it actually work? Learn more about cryonics in this chilly episode of SYSK. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 10:40:14 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-08-30-sysk-cryonics.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, cryonic, immortality, suspended animation 00:42:41 In 1964 The Prospect of Immortality laid out a plan for placing humans in suspended animation. The first person was placed in cryonic suspension three years later. But how does it actually work? Learn more about cryonics in this chilly episode of SYSK. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-08-25-sysk-cheese.mp3 Cheese is often overlooked as a one of humanity's great achievements. Making cheese is surprisingly easy: It's been accidentally created by more than one culture at different times. Tune in to learn more about cheese -- and enjoying it -- in this episode. Thu, 25 Aug 2011 11:30:50 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-08-25-sysk-cheese.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, cheese, food history, rennet, dairy 00:43:33 Cheese is often overlooked as a one of humanity's great achievements. Making cheese is surprisingly easy: It's been accidentally created by more than one culture at different times. Tune in to learn more about cheese -- and enjoying it -- in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-08-23-sysk-schizophrenia.mp3 Up to 24 million people worldwide have schizophrenia. Despite the vast amounts of research, the disorder remains mysterious. In this episode, Josh and Chuck delve into the nature of schizophrenia, from the history of the disorder to the latest research. Tue, 23 Aug 2011 12:12:31 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-08-23-sysk-schizophrenia.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, schizophrenia, mental disorder, sanity 00:42:14 Up to 24 million people worldwide have schizophrenia. Despite the vast amounts of research, the disorder remains mysterious. In this episode, Josh and Chuck delve into the nature of schizophrenia, from the history of the disorder to the latest research. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-08-18-sysk-government-watch-list.mp3 The U.S. Government's Consolidated Terrorist Watch List keeps track of people who are known or suspected terrorists. But what how do people end up on it, and what happens if your name is similar to a suspected terrorist? Tune in to find out. Thu, 18 Aug 2011 11:35:52 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-08-18-sysk-government-watch-list.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, government watch list, patriot act, terrorism, us 00:32:40 The U.S. Government's Consolidated Terrorist Watch List keeps track of people who are known or suspected terrorists. But what how do people end up on it, and what happens if your name is similar to a suspected terrorist? Tune in to find out. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-08-16-sysk-murphys-law-2.mp3 Years back, Josh recorded this show without Chuck, and the old version's omitted facts bugged him. In this new version, the pair delve into the people, science and rocket tests behind Murphy’s Law. Join Josh and Chuck for this properly-executed episode. Tue, 16 Aug 2011 11:00:53 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-08-16-sysk-murphys-law-2.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, murphy's law, colonel john paul stapp 00:30:35 Years back, Josh recorded this show without Chuck, and the old version's omitted facts bugged him. In this new version, the pair delve into the people, science and rocket tests behind Murphy’s Law. Join Josh and Chuck for this properly-executed episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-08-11-sysk-whats-funny.mp3 The response to humor starts with electrical activity, potentially translating to physical responses that make up laughter. Science still can’t pin down what makes one thing amusing and another not (which is pretty funny). Tune in to learn more. Thu, 11 Aug 2011 11:10:29 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-08-11-sysk-whats-funny.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, humor, laughter, funny, cognition 00:42:15 The response to humor starts with electrical activity, potentially translating to physical responses that make up laughter. Science still can’t pin down what makes one thing amusing and another not (which is pretty funny). Tune in to learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-08-09-sysk-future-internet.mp3 It's tough to predict the future. Instead, the future looks a lot like it does now: Faster data transfer rates, more social networking, ubiquitous mobile devices -- and possibly dumber people from using all this stuff. Tue, 09 Aug 2011 13:10:01 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-08-09-sysk-future-internet.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, future of the internet, wifi, 00:39:02 It's tough to predict the future. Instead, the future looks a lot like it does now: Faster data transfer rates, more social networking, ubiquitous mobile devices -- and possibly dumber people from using all this stuff. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-08-04-sysk-drugs-from-plants.mp3 In 1820, most of the drugs listed in the American Pharmacopoeia were plant-based; by 1960, it was a mere 5 percent. Yet in the late 20th century this trend reversed. Why? Join Josh and Chuck as they get to the root of ethnobotany and plant-based medicine. Thu, 04 Aug 2011 16:04:13 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-08-04-sysk-drugs-from-plants.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, ethnobotany, plant-based medicine, botany, health 00:37:56 In 1820, most of the drugs listed in the American Pharmacopoeia were plant-based; by 1960, it was a mere 5 percent. Yet in the late 20th century this trend reversed. Why? Join Josh and Chuck as they get to the root of ethnobotany and plant-based medicine. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-08-02-sysk-can-you-sweat-colors.mp3 A condition known as chromhidrosis can be jarring: The sufferer excretes colored sweat from the eccrine or the apocrine sweat glands. Join Josh and Chuck as they explore this somewhat understood, but still bafflingly mysterious medical condition. Tue, 02 Aug 2011 14:11:05 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-08-02-sysk-can-you-sweat-colors.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, chromhidrosis, sweat, medical condition sweat color 00:24:05 A condition known as chromhidrosis can be jarring: The sufferer excretes colored sweat from the eccrine or the apocrine sweat glands. Join Josh and Chuck as they explore this somewhat understood, but still bafflingly mysterious medical condition. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-07-28-sysk-spam.mp3 SPAM is a canned meat product made from pork shoulder and ham. First introduced in 1937, this iconic food has spread to stores across the world. But what exactly is it, how did it get here -- and why is its shelf life "indefinite?" Tune in to find out. Thu, 28 Jul 2011 11:05:06 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-07-28-sysk-spam.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, spam, spiced ham, hormel 00:38:28 SPAM is a canned meat product made from pork shoulder and ham. First introduced in 1937, this iconic food has spread to stores across the world. But what exactly is it, how did it get here -- and why is its shelf life "indefinite?" Tune in to find out. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-07-26-sysk-wildfires.mp3 Wildfires consume an annual average of 5 million acres in the US. But what causes wildfires? How do they become so powerful? More importantly, how do we fight them? Join Josh and Chuck as they take you to the frontlines of the fight against wildfires. Tue, 26 Jul 2011 10:34:45 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-07-26-sysk-wildfires.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, wildfire, natural disaster, forest fire 00:31:27 Wildfires consume an annual average of 5 million acres in the US. But what causes wildfires? How do they become so powerful? More importantly, how do we fight them? Join Josh and Chuck as they take you to the frontlines of the fight against wildfires. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-07-21-sysk-karma.mp3 While it’s kind of perverted in the West, the concept of karma is a central tenet of several Eastern religions. Karma isn't just good or bad -- it’s a natural law. Join Josh and Chuck to learn more about karma in this religiously respectful episode. Thu, 21 Jul 2011 12:47:47 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-07-21-sysk-karma.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, karma, moksha, dharma, religion 00:32:15 While it’s kind of perverted in the West, the concept of karma is a central tenet of several Eastern religions. Karma isn't just good or bad -- it’s a natural law. Join Josh and Chuck to learn more about karma in this religiously respectful episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-07-19-sysk-smiling-happy.mp3 You smile because you’re happy, yet happiness research suggests the opposite can also hold true. Smiling may actually improve your mood. Open interpretation make for the best SYSKs, so prepare for an old-fashioned academia studyfest with Chuck and Josh. Tue, 19 Jul 2011 14:56:47 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-07-19-sysk-smiling-happy.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, 00:28:08 You smile because you’re happy, yet happiness research suggests the opposite can also hold true. Smiling may actually improve your mood. Open interpretation make for the best SYSKs, so prepare for an old-fashioned academia studyfest with Chuck and Josh. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-07-14-sysk-sirius-4th-july-part-two.mp3 What makes America unique? In the second segment of this special two-part episode, Josh and Chuck join up with guests from The Daily Show and The Onion to take a closer look at the Stuff You Should Know About America. Thu, 14 Jul 2011 14:42:34 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-07-14-sysk-sirius-4th-july-part-two.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, foruth of july, us history, daily show, onion 00:51:40 What makes America unique? In the second segment of this special two-part episode, Josh and Chuck join up with guests from The Daily Show and The Onion to take a closer look at the Stuff You Should Know About America. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-07-12-sysk-sirius-4th-july-part-one.mp3 What makes America unique? In the first segment of this special two-part episode, Josh and Chuck join up with guests from The Daily Show and The Onion to take a closer look at the Stuff You Should Know About America. Tue, 12 Jul 2011 13:40:39 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-07-12-sysk-sirius-4th-july-part-one.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, fourth of july, sirius, mom 00:53:21 What makes America unique? In the first segment of this special two-part episode, Josh and Chuck join up with guests from The Daily Show and The Onion to take a closer look at the Stuff You Should Know About America. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-07-07-sysk-human-cannonballs.mp3 There's no question that human cannonballs are daredevils. They pack themselves into the confines of huge cannons, which shoot them into the air. But how does it work? Join Josh and Chuck to learn more about the bizarre performances of human cannonballs. Thu, 07 Jul 2011 11:23:19 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-07-07-sysk-human-cannonballs.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, human cannonball, lulu, stunt, hunter thompson 00:28:35 There's no question that human cannonballs are daredevils. They pack themselves into the confines of huge cannons, which shoot them into the air. But how does it work? Join Josh and Chuck to learn more about the bizarre performances of human cannonballs. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-07-05-sysk-hate.mp3 Hate is generally defined as an extreme hostility to something or someone, usually stemming from fear, anger or a sense of injury. But how does it work? Join Josh and Chuck as they dig into the nature of hate. Tue, 05 Jul 2011 11:06:27 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-07-05-sysk-hate.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, hate, emotion, psychology, contempt, disdain, cognition 00:35:41 Hate is generally defined as an extreme hostility to something or someone, usually stemming from fear, anger or a sense of injury. But how does it work? Join Josh and Chuck as they dig into the nature of hate. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-06-30-sysk-americas-first-murderer.mp3 John Billington didn't just sign the Mayflower Compact -- he was also the colony's first criminal, and had the dubious honor of being the first European to be convicted of murder in this new place. But how did it happen? Tune in to find out. Thu, 30 Jun 2011 11:32:54 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-06-30-sysk-americas-first-murderer.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, john billington, murder, history, mayflower, colonization 00:29:37 John Billington didn't just sign the Mayflower Compact -- he was also the colony's first criminal, and had the dubious honor of being the first European to be convicted of murder in this new place. But how did it happen? Tune in to find out. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-06-28-sysk-asteroid-mining.mp3 There may be trillions of dollars' worth of resources in asteroids, and some scientists believe we could mine nearby asteroids. Join Josh and Chuck as they explore how asteroid mining might work (and why we haven't done it yet). Tue, 28 Jun 2011 13:02:27 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-06-28-sysk-asteroid-mining.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, asteroid mining, space, future, exploration 00:29:42 There may be trillions of dollars' worth of resources in asteroids, and some scientists believe we could mine nearby asteroids. Join Josh and Chuck as they explore how asteroid mining might work (and why we haven't done it yet). HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-06-23-sysk-shrunken-heads.mp3 Although U.S. museum collections are rife with counterfeits, shrunken heads are far from fiction. The Shuar tribe of Ecuador has shrunken heads for centuries.  Learn the methodical process of shrinking a head and how they’re used in this episode. Thu, 23 Jun 2011 15:53:30 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-06-23-sysk-shrunken-heads.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, shrunken heads, culture, papua new guinea 00:54:47 Although U.S. museum collections are rife with counterfeits, shrunken heads are far from fiction. The Shuar tribe of Ecuador has shrunken heads for centuries.  Learn the methodical process of shrinking a head and how they’re used in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-06-21-sysk-suicide-bombers.mp3 It 1981 the first modern suicide bomber blew himself up. But this was by no means the first suicide bombing. Israeli psychologists evaluated the motivations of suicide bombers and found a number of commonalities. Join Josh and Chuck to learn more. Tue, 21 Jun 2011 15:48:38 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-06-21-sysk-suicide-bombers.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, suicide bomber, psychology, terrorism, 00:27:13 It 1981 the first modern suicide bomber blew himself up. But this was by no means the first suicide bombing. Israeli psychologists evaluated the motivations of suicide bombers and found a number of commonalities. Join Josh and Chuck to learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-06-16-sysk-curiosity.mp3 Alternately hailed a crucial part of the human condition or accused of killing cats, curiosity remains a subject of debate among researchers. Where does it come from? How does it work? Join Chuck and Josh as they explore the mysterious roots of curiosity. Thu, 16 Jun 2011 11:18:52 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-06-16-sysk-curiosity.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, curiosity, psychology, evolution, neurochemistry, incongruence 00:33:37 Alternately hailed a crucial part of the human condition or accused of killing cats, curiosity remains a subject of debate among researchers. Where does it come from? How does it work? Join Chuck and Josh as they explore the mysterious roots of curiosity. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-06-14-sysk-military-snipers.mp3 Military snipers always work in pairs, and they're called force multipliers because of the profound effect a two-man team can have on a rival military. But how do they work? Join Josh and Chuck to learn more about snipers. Tue, 14 Jun 2011 14:54:43 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-06-14-sysk-military-snipers.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, military snipers, sniper, army, assassination 00:36:54 Military snipers always work in pairs, and they're called force multipliers because of the profound effect a two-man team can have on a rival military. But how do they work? Join Josh and Chuck to learn more about snipers. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-06-09-sysk-earth-capacity.mp3 Thomas Malthus concluded that humanity is bound to outgrow Earth's carrying capacity. The prediction was based on humanity's exponential growth and the linear growth of the food supply -- but was he correct? Tune in to find out. Thu, 09 Jun 2011 15:16:11 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-06-09-sysk-earth-capacity.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, thomas malthus, carrying capacity, overpopulation 00:23:53 Thomas Malthus concluded that humanity is bound to outgrow Earth's carrying capacity. The prediction was based on humanity's exponential growth and the linear growth of the food supply -- but was he correct? Tune in to find out. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-06-07-sysk-underground-railroad.mp3 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. Tue, 07 Jun 2011 14:48:36 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-06-07-sysk-underground-railroad.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, underground railroad, slavery, abolition, history 00:34:52 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. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-06-02-sysk-fear.mp3 Fear results from your brain's reaction to a stressful stimulus, and -- though it may be unpleasant -- it plays a crucial role in the life of every human being. But how does it work (and why)? Join Josh and Chuck as they explore the sensation of fear. Thu, 02 Jun 2011 13:31:56 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-06-02-sysk-fear.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, fear, neuroscience, psychology 00:43:15 Fear results from your brain's reaction to a stressful stimulus, and -- though it may be unpleasant -- it plays a crucial role in the life of every human being. But how does it work (and why)? Join Josh and Chuck as they explore the sensation of fear. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-05-31-sysk-nicotine.mp3 Sure, nicotine doesn’t cause cancer, but it does rearrange the brain's reward system. Humans have been ingesting this plant for more than 6,000 years, but we generally understood little of it. Join Chuck and Josh as they explain how nicotine works. Tue, 31 May 2011 12:26:46 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-05-31-sysk-nicotine.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, nicotine, addiction, tobacco, smoking 00:32:53 Sure, nicotine doesn’t cause cancer, but it does rearrange the brain's reward system. Humans have been ingesting this plant for more than 6,000 years, but we generally understood little of it. Join Chuck and Josh as they explain how nicotine works. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-05-26-sysk-start-on-own-country.mp3 Whether through revolution, colonization or other means, every country has its start somewhere. But how does the process work? Join Josh and Chuck as they explain how countries get created -- and why some countries aren't always recognized by others. Thu, 26 May 2011 18:37:55 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-05-26-sysk-start-on-own-country.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, country, international affairs, start country, UN 00:34:35 Whether through revolution, colonization or other means, every country has its start somewhere. But how does the process work? Join Josh and Chuck as they explain how countries get created -- and why some countries aren't always recognized by others. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-05-24-sysk-terror-management-theory.mp3 Terror management theory isn't about mid-level bureaucrats in Al-Qaeda -- so what exactly is it, and what does it say about human culture and our perception of mortality? Join Chuck and Josh as they explore the implications of terror management theory. Tue, 24 May 2011 11:49:35 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-05-24-sysk-terror-management-theory.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, terror management theory, death, culture, mortality 00:25:59 Terror management theory isn't about mid-level bureaucrats in Al-Qaeda -- so what exactly is it, and what does it say about human culture and our perception of mortality? Join Chuck and Josh as they explore the implications of terror management theory. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-05-19-sysk-parallel-evolution.mp3 In the process of parallel evolution, two seemingly unrelated species living in isolation can evolve surprisingly similar traits -- but how does it work, and why does it happen? Join Chuck and Josh as they break down the process of parallel evolution. Thu, 19 May 2011 11:49:55 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-05-19-sysk-parallel-evolution.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, parallel evolution, australia, adaptation, morphological similarity 00:27:38 In the process of parallel evolution, two seemingly unrelated species living in isolation can evolve surprisingly similar traits -- but how does it work, and why does it happen? Join Chuck and Josh as they break down the process of parallel evolution. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-05-17-sysk-sun-kill-you.mp3 Could the sun, typically known for providing light and warmth, kill us? The Apollo 17 mission almost resulted in tragedy due to a mega-flare -- and astronauts aren't the only ones at risk. Join Josh and Chuck to learn more about the sun. Tue, 17 May 2011 16:27:38 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-05-17-sysk-sun-kill-you.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, sun, solar flare, coronal mass ejection 00:32:43 Could the sun, typically known for providing light and warmth, kill us? The Apollo 17 mission almost resulted in tragedy due to a mega-flare -- and astronauts aren't the only ones at risk. Join Josh and Chuck to learn more about the sun. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-05-12-sysk-con-artist.mp3 They say you can’t con an honest man, and that’s key to thwarting cons; if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Learn how to avoid everything from small-time scams to the Nigerian money transfer in this captivating episode with Chuck and Josh. Thu, 12 May 2011 15:23:06 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-05-12-sysk-con-artist.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, con artist, confidence man, scam, 00:37:52 They say you can’t con an honest man, and that’s key to thwarting cons; if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Learn how to avoid everything from small-time scams to the Nigerian money transfer in this captivating episode with Chuck and Josh. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-05-10-sysk-mountaintop-removal-mining.mp3 Mountaintop removal mining is (to say the least) a controversial practice. But what exactly is it, how does it work and -- most importantly -- why should you care? Listen in to learn more about the effects of mountaintop removal mining. Tue, 10 May 2011 13:35:34 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-05-10-sysk-mountaintop-removal-mining.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, remember, memory, neuroscience, internet 00:48:49 Mountaintop removal mining is (to say the least) a controversial practice. But what exactly is it, how does it work and -- most importantly -- why should you care? Listen in to learn more about the effects of mountaintop removal mining. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-05-05-sysk-remember.mp3 How does memory work? How is internet access changing the function of the human brain? In this podcast, Josh and Chuck take a closer look at the science behind memory -- and how modern technology may be changing it. Thu, 05 May 2011 14:05:30 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-05-05-sysk-remember.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, remember, memory, neuroscience, internet 00:33:35 How does memory work? How is internet access changing the function of the human brain? In this podcast, Josh and Chuck take a closer look at the science behind memory -- and how modern technology may be changing it. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-05-03-sysk-parkour.mp3 The art of parkour is an astonishing combination of agility and physical strength pursued across the world -- but how does it work? Join Josh and Chuck as they explore the philosophy, history and pursuit of this unique form of artistic expression. Tue, 03 May 2011 13:47:24 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-05-03-sysk-parkour.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, parkour, martial art, gymastics 00:27:24 The art of parkour is an astonishing combination of agility and physical strength pursued across the world -- but how does it work? Join Josh and Chuck as they explore the philosophy, history and pursuit of this unique form of artistic expression. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-04-28-sysk-rollercoasters.mp3 Whether you're a rollercoaster fan or avoid them like the plague, there's no denying that these contraptions are striking examples of physics at work. So how do they actually work? Join Josh and Chuck as they break down the mechanics of rollercoasters. Thu, 28 Apr 2011 11:04:21 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-04-28-sysk-rollercoasters.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, rollercoaster, amusement park, physics, space mountain 00:36:33 Whether you're a rollercoaster fan or avoid them like the plague, there's no denying that these contraptions are striking examples of physics at work. So how do they actually work? Join Josh and Chuck as they break down the mechanics of rollercoasters. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-04-26-sysk-decapitation.mp3 Historically speaking, decapitation was a popular means of execution -- it's been used by everyone from ancient Romans to French revolutionaries. But is there any truth to claim that victims retain their consciousness? Tune in to learn more. Tue, 26 Apr 2011 11:35:50 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-04-26-sysk-decapitation.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, decapitation, beheading, execution, death 00:29:17 Historically speaking, decapitation was a popular means of execution -- it's been used by everyone from ancient Romans to French revolutionaries. But is there any truth to claim that victims retain their consciousness? Tune in to learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-04-21-sysk-wills.mp3 Whether it's oral, scrawled in blood or signed on a deathbed everyone should have a will. But how do they actually work? Join Chuck and Josh as they explain that "of sound mind" thing in this episode on wills. Thu, 21 Apr 2011 16:09:24 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-04-21-sysk-wills.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, will, deathbed will, oral will, sound mind 00:37:49 Whether it's oral, scrawled in blood or signed on a deathbed everyone should have a will. But how do they actually work? Join Chuck and Josh as they explain that "of sound mind" thing in this episode on wills. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-04-19-sysk-shoo-fly.mp3 Flies: They’re disgusting, disease-spreading flying machines. They’re also really fascinating. Flies taste with their feet, smell with their antennae and use a pair of eyes as a compass oriented to sunlight. Listen in to learn more. Tue, 19 Apr 2011 16:21:21 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-04-19-sysk-shoo-fly.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no Flies: They’re disgusting, disease-spreading flying machines. They’re also really fascinating. Flies taste with their feet, smell with their antennae and use a pair of eyes as a compass oriented to sunlight. Listen in to learn more. 00:35:03 Flies: They’re disgusting, disease-spreading flying machines. They’re also really fascinating. Flies taste with their feet, smell with their antennae and use a pair of eyes as a compass oriented to sunlight. Listen in to learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-04-14-sysk-exploitation-films.mp3 During the 1930s-80s, the work of directors operating in the shadows of Hollywood led to explorations in sexuality and violence that mainstream cinema wouldn’t touch. Join Chuck and Josh as they explore the seedy underbelly of grindhouse flicks. Thu, 14 Apr 2011 12:37:25 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-04-14-sysk-exploitation-films.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, exploitation films, hollywood, 00:49:00 During the 1930s-80s, the work of directors operating in the shadows of Hollywood led to explorations in sexuality and violence that mainstream cinema wouldn’t touch. Join Chuck and Josh as they explore the seedy underbelly of grindhouse flicks. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-04-12-sysk-molecular-gastronomy.mp3 After botching a particularly tricky dish, molecular chemist Herve This decided to figure out why his recipe didn't work. He ended up creating a new field of cuisine: Molecular gastronomy. Join Josh and Chuck as they explore this new frontier of cooking. Tue, 12 Apr 2011 16:21:52 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-04-12-sysk-molecular-gastronomy.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, sherpa, tibet, 00:32:52 After botching a particularly tricky dish, molecular chemist Herve This decided to figure out why his recipe didn't work. He ended up creating a new field of cuisine: Molecular gastronomy. Join Josh and Chuck as they explore this new frontier of cooking. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-04-07-sysk-oil-speculation.mp3 In an uncertain economy, investors often flock to commodities like oil, trading oil futures in a derivative market. Some believe this creates an artificially high price. Join Josh and Chuck and learn if this market is responsible for inflating gas prices. Thu, 07 Apr 2011 15:19:40 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-04-07-sysk-oil-speculation.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, oil speculation, gas prices, OPEC 00:33:36 In an uncertain economy, investors often flock to commodities like oil, trading oil futures in a derivative market. Some believe this creates an artificially high price. Join Josh and Chuck and learn if this market is responsible for inflating gas prices. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-04-05-sysk-sherpas.mp3 Pop quiz: What word denotes a nation of people, a last name and an occupation? If you guessed 'Sherpa,' then congratulations: You're correct. But what exactly is a Sherpa? Tune in and learn more as Chuck and Josh explore the culture of the Sherpa people. Tue, 05 Apr 2011 11:31:16 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-04-05-sysk-sherpas.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, sherpa, tibet, 00:30:12 Pop quiz: What word denotes a nation of people, a last name and an occupation? If you guessed 'Sherpa,' then congratulations: You're correct. But what exactly is a Sherpa? Tune in and learn more as Chuck and Josh explore the culture of the Sherpa people. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-03-31-sysk-sxsw-ufos.mp3 In this episode, Josh and Chuck ditch the studio and head west -- south by southwest, in fact -- to record a live podcast in Austin, Texas. Tune in and learn more Stuff You Should Know about SXSW and UFOs. Thu, 31 Mar 2011 12:10:41 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-03-31-sysk-sxsw-ufos.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, ufo, sxsw, aliens, live podcast 00:37:38 In this episode, Josh and Chuck ditch the studio and head west -- south by southwest, in fact -- to record a live podcast in Austin, Texas. Tune in and learn more Stuff You Should Know about SXSW and UFOs. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-03-29-sysk-igloos.mp3 Igloos were traditionally used by Inuit Indians as temporary shelter while on hunting and fishing trips. In this episode, Josh and Chuck look at the design of igloos, from their impressive heat-catching properties to their ingenious construction. Tue, 29 Mar 2011 13:18:57 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-03-29-sysk-igloos.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, igloo, inuit, build an igloo 00:27:19 Igloos were traditionally used by Inuit Indians as temporary shelter while on hunting and fishing trips. In this episode, Josh and Chuck look at the design of igloos, from their impressive heat-catching properties to their ingenious construction. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-03-24-sysk-fainting-goats.mp3 Due to a condition known as Thomsen's disease, the muscles of fainting goats tense up whenever the animal is startled. In this episode, Josh and Chuck break down the science behind this bizarre condition. Tune in and learn more. Thu, 24 Mar 2011 12:20:47 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-03-24-sysk-fainting-goats.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, fainting goats, thomsen's disease, myotonia congenita 00:27:46 Due to a condition known as Thomsen's disease, the muscles of fainting goats tense up whenever the animal is startled. In this episode, Josh and Chuck break down the science behind this bizarre condition. Tune in and learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-03-22-sysk-nuclear-meltdown.mp3 The recent disaster in Japan has caused massive damage and killed thousands -- but that's not all: The Fukushima nuclear plant may possibly be on the verge of a meltdown. Tune in to learn how meltdowns work, and what a meltdown would mean for Japan. Tue, 22 Mar 2011 14:44:34 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-03-22-sysk-nuclear-meltdown.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, meltdown, radiation, japan, fukushima, nuclear power 00:35:35 The recent disaster in Japan has caused massive damage and killed thousands -- but that's not all: The Fukushima nuclear plant may possibly be on the verge of a meltdown. Tune in to learn how meltdowns work, and what a meltdown would mean for Japan. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-03-17-sysk-freegans.mp3 Freegans prefer scavenging, volunteering and squatting to the more mainstream consumer practices of buying, working and renting a home. But how does this actually work, and why are these people sometimes called 'Dumpster divers?' Tune in to find out. Thu, 17 Mar 2011 10:05:54 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-03-17-sysk-freegans.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, freegans, vegan, dumpster diving, vegetarian 00:31:52 Freegans prefer scavenging, volunteering and squatting to the more mainstream consumer practices of buying, working and renting a home. But how does this actually work, and why are these people sometimes called 'Dumpster divers?' Tune in to find out. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-03-15-sysk-mummies.mp3 A mummy is a human being whose soft tissue has been preserved after death, and there are mummies around the world -- including natural mummies, as well as corpses that have been intentionally embalmed. Join Chuck and Josh to learn more.. Tue, 15 Mar 2011 10:09:04 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-03-15-sysk-mummies.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, mummification, king tut, mummies, egypt, peru 00:38:56 A mummy is a human being whose soft tissue has been preserved after death, and there are mummies around the world -- including natural mummies, as well as corpses that have been intentionally embalmed. Join Chuck and Josh to learn more.. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-03-10-sysk-sterilize-addicts.mp3 It's a controversial idea, to say the least: If evidence shows that addicts tend to be irresponsible, abusive parents, then why should they have children at all? In this podcast, Josh and Chuck explore the practice (and legality) of sterilizing addicts. Thu, 10 Mar 2011 15:57:58 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-03-10-sysk-sterilize-addicts.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, drug abuse, child abuse, serilization, euthanasia 00:37:41 It's a controversial idea, to say the least: If evidence shows that addicts tend to be irresponsible, abusive parents, then why should they have children at all? In this podcast, Josh and Chuck explore the practice (and legality) of sterilizing addicts. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-03-08-sysk-cults.mp3 Cults are conventionally understood to be unestablished, non-mainstream religious groups that follow a single leader. So what does it take to be the leader? Tune in as Josh and Chuck take a closer look at cults. Tue, 08 Mar 2011 15:38:46 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-03-08-sysk-cults.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, cults, the leader 00:53:37 Cults are conventionally understood to be unestablished, non-mainstream religious groups that follow a single leader. So what does it take to be the leader? Tune in as Josh and Chuck take a closer look at cults. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-03-03-sysk-fossils.mp3 A fossil is a piece of once-living organic material that has undergone a transition from an organic state to an inorganic state. But what exactly is fossilization? Listen in as Josh and Chuck break down the process of fossilization. Thu, 03 Mar 2011 14:30:08 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-03-03-sysk-fossils.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, fossils, fossilization, science, dinosaur, 00:35:39 A fossil is a piece of once-living organic material that has undergone a transition from an organic state to an inorganic state. But what exactly is fossilization? Listen in as Josh and Chuck break down the process of fossilization. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-03-01-sysk-japanese-internment-camps.mp3 During World War II, the U.S. interned more than 100,000 Japanese and Japanese-American citizens. In this episode, Chuck and Josh recount the events that led to these internments, along with the long-term consequences of these events. Tue, 01 Mar 2011 13:30:26 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-03-01-sysk-japanese-internment-camps.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, japanese internment camp 00:30:16 During World War II, the U.S. interned more than 100,000 Japanese and Japanese-American citizens. In this episode, Chuck and Josh recount the events that led to these internments, along with the long-term consequences of these events. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-02-24-sysk-stagflation.mp3 When high inflation, slow growth and high employment combine, they result in an unfortunate economic situation known as stagflation. But what exactly is stagflation, and how does it work? Most importantly, how can we prevent it in the future? Thu, 24 Feb 2011 13:13:51 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-02-24-sysk-stagflation.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, stagflation, economy, stagnation, inflation 00:24:34 When high inflation, slow growth and high employment combine, they result in an unfortunate economic situation known as stagflation. But what exactly is stagflation, and how does it work? Most importantly, how can we prevent it in the future? HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-02-22-sysk-tickling.mp3 What's the deal with tickling? Why does it make people laugh, and what's the science behind the reaction? Join Chuck and Josh and listen in as they demystify the curious practice known as tickling. Tue, 22 Feb 2011 15:39:28 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-02-22-sysk-tickling.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, tickling, nervous system, sensation 00:21:39 What's the deal with tickling? Why does it make people laugh, and what's the science behind the reaction? Join Chuck and Josh and listen in as they demystify the curious practice known as tickling. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-02-17-sysk-crime-scene-photography.mp3 Crime scene photography is a crucial aspect of forensic investigation, but it's by no means a new part of detective work. In this episode, Chuck and Josh explore the history and modern use of crime scene photography. Thu, 17 Feb 2011 11:56:32 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-02-17-sysk-crime-scene-photography.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, crime scene photography, forensic, crime 00:26:36 Crime scene photography is a crucial aspect of forensic investigation, but it's by no means a new part of detective work. In this episode, Chuck and Josh explore the history and modern use of crime scene photography. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-02-15-sysk-blood-pattern-analysis.mp3 Numerous television shows feature blood pattern analysis -- but how do these fictional portrayals measure up to the real thing? Tune in as Chuck and Josh break down the science behind blood pattern analysis. Tue, 15 Feb 2011 10:12:33 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-02-15-sysk-blood-pattern-analysis.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, blood pattern analysis, forensic 00:36:50 Numerous television shows feature blood pattern analysis -- but how do these fictional portrayals measure up to the real thing? Tune in as Chuck and Josh break down the science behind blood pattern analysis. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-02-10-sysk-black-death.mp3 The Black Death was gruesome: Symptoms included tumors, purple splotches, fevers and vomiting. But how did this disease manage to spread from the Gobi desert and kill approximately one-third of the population of 14th-century Europe? Tune in and find out. Thu, 10 Feb 2011 14:16:33 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-02-10-sysk-black-death.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, black death, bubonic plague, disease, 00:32:58 The Black Death was gruesome: Symptoms included tumors, purple splotches, fevers and vomiting. But how did this disease manage to spread from the Gobi desert and kill approximately one-third of the population of 14th-century Europe? Tune in and find out. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-02-08-sysk-bartering.mp3 Bartering is an ancient practice. With the emergence of money-based transactions, it's no wonder that people might think bartering is a thing of the past. Tune in to learn more about the bartering process -- and where it's still used today. Tue, 08 Feb 2011 16:09:22 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-02-08-sysk-bartering.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, bartering, currency, trade 00:27:04 Bartering is an ancient practice. With the emergence of money-based transactions, it's no wonder that people might think bartering is a thing of the past. Tune in to learn more about the bartering process -- and where it's still used today. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-02-03-sysk-scooby-doo.mp3 For decades, Scooby Doo has captivated children across the world. It's been translated to multiple languages and remains as popular as newer programs. But why? Join Chuck and Josh as they shed light on the seemingly endless allure of Scooby Doo. Thu, 03 Feb 2011 13:37:42 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-02-03-sysk-scooby-doo.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, scooby doo, cartoon, 00:40:25 For decades, Scooby Doo has captivated children across the world. It's been translated to multiple languages and remains as popular as newer programs. But why? Join Chuck and Josh as they shed light on the seemingly endless allure of Scooby Doo. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-02-01-sysk-munchausen.mp3 Why would someone fake an illness? Here's an even better question: Why would someone repeatedly make themselves sick? Join Josh and Chuck as they separate the facts from fiction and give you the scoop on Munchausen syndrome. Tue, 01 Feb 2011 15:09:35 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-02-01-sysk-munchausen.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, muchausen, 00:38:26 Why would someone fake an illness? Here's an even better question: Why would someone repeatedly make themselves sick? Join Josh and Chuck as they separate the facts from fiction and give you the scoop on Munchausen syndrome. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-01-27-sysk-riot-control.mp3 It's no secret that people in crowds will behave differently than they would if they were alone. In a riot, individuals may exhibit a drastic change in their behavior -- but why? How? More importantly, how can riots be controlled? Tune in to find out. Thu, 27 Jan 2011 11:42:26 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-01-27-sysk-riot-control.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, riot, riot control, crowd behavior 00:38:43 It's no secret that people in crowds will behave differently than they would if they were alone. In a riot, individuals may exhibit a drastic change in their behavior -- but why? How? More importantly, how can riots be controlled? Tune in to find out. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-01-25-sysk-deadliest-venom.mp3 Venom isn't unique to snakes -- animals like scorpions, spiders, jellyfish and even platypuses can all use venom. Join Chuck and Josh as they explore the world's most venomous creatures (and break down the difference between poison and venom). Tue, 25 Jan 2011 16:24:46 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-01-25-sysk-deadliest-venom.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, deadliest venom, snakes, reptiles, box jellyfish 00:30:04 Venom isn't unique to snakes -- animals like scorpions, spiders, jellyfish and even platypuses can all use venom. Join Chuck and Josh as they explore the world's most venomous creatures (and break down the difference between poison and venom). HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-01-20-sysk-ocean-power.mp3 Oceans cover more than 70 percent of Earth's surface. But could the kinetic power of the tides or the oceans' thermal energy become the world's future power source? Listen in as Josh and Chuck break it down. Thu, 20 Jan 2011 12:25:59 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-01-20-sysk-ocean-power.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, chuck, josh, ocean power, tidal system, alternative energy 00:28:33 Oceans cover more than 70 percent of Earth's surface. But could the kinetic power of the tides or the oceans' thermal energy become the world's future power source? Listen in as Josh and Chuck break it down. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-01-18-sysk-mafia.mp3 Many people are familiar with depictions of the Mafia in film, but what's the real story? Join Chuck and Josh as they break the infamous code of silence and shed light on some of the most dangerous and mysterious organizations in the western world. Tue, 18 Jan 2011 14:10:17 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-01-18-sysk-mafia.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, mafia, cosa nostra, sicily, italy, boston, racket 00:45:08 Many people are familiar with depictions of the Mafia in film, but what's the real story? Join Chuck and Josh as they break the infamous code of silence and shed light on some of the most dangerous and mysterious organizations in the western world. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-01-13-sysk-accupuncture.mp3 Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese practice rooted in the precepts of Taoism, and for thousands of years it has been used to treat a range of ailments. The western world has historically dismissed this treatment -- but why? Tune in and learn more. Thu, 13 Jan 2011 15:08:44 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-01-13-sysk-accupuncture.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, acupuncture, chinese, daoism, alternative medicine, qi 00:34:38 Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese practice rooted in the precepts of Taoism, and for thousands of years it has been used to treat a range of ailments. The western world has historically dismissed this treatment -- but why? Tune in and learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-01-11-sysk-little-fluffy-clouds.mp3 Today every schoolkid learns a fair share of facts about clouds and the water cycle, but this wasn't always the case. Join Chuck and Josh as they break down the history behind the classification of clouds and the way they form, all in one handy podcast. Tue, 11 Jan 2011 13:54:18 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-01-11-sysk-little-fluffy-clouds.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, chuck, josh, clouds, luke howard, nimbus, cloud classification 00:25:35 Today every schoolkid learns a fair share of facts about clouds and the water cycle, but this wasn't always the case. Join Chuck and Josh as they break down the history behind the classification of clouds and the way they form, all in one handy podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-01-06-sysk-antiques.mp3 At what point does something become an antique? Could that old piece of furniture in the attic be worth millions of dollars? Join Josh and Chuck as they break down all the Stuff You Should Know about antiques. Thu, 06 Jan 2011 14:46:44 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-01-06-sysk-antiques.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, antique, antiques, heirloom, keepsake 00:34:09 At what point does something become an antique? Could that old piece of furniture in the attic be worth millions of dollars? Join Josh and Chuck as they break down all the Stuff You Should Know about antiques. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-01-04-sysk-gluten.mp3 Since gluten is found in rye, wheat and barley grains, it's a near-ubiquitous part of many diets. So why do some people avoid this common protein? Tune in as Josh and Chuck break down the concerns surrounding gluten. Tue, 04 Jan 2011 13:13:04 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2011-01-04-sysk-gluten.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, gluten, gluten-free diet, celiac disease 00:29:01 Since gluten is found in rye, wheat and barley grains, it's a near-ubiquitous part of many diets. So why do some people avoid this common protein? Tune in as Josh and Chuck break down the concerns surrounding gluten. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-12-30-sysk-volcanoes.mp3 Volcanic eruptions are destructive and often newsworthy events, but why do they occur? What are volcanoes? In this episode, Josh and Chuck take a look (but not too close) at the forces at work behind Earth's geological "hotheads." Thu, 30 Dec 2010 14:54:17 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-12-30-sysk-volcanoes.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, volcanoes, geological forces, plate tectonics 00:30:49 Volcanic eruptions are destructive and often newsworthy events, but why do they occur? What are volcanoes? In this episode, Josh and Chuck take a look (but not too close) at the forces at work behind Earth's geological "hotheads." HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-12-28-sysk-immigration.mp3 Immigration systems regulate the flow of foreign immigrants into any given country. But why is immigration such a controversial topic, especially in the United States? In this episode, Josh and Chuck delve into the details and debate behind immigration. Tue, 28 Dec 2010 14:38:55 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-12-28-sysk-immigration.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, immigration, immigration debate, immigrants 00:48:56 Immigration systems regulate the flow of foreign immigrants into any given country. But why is immigration such a controversial topic, especially in the United States? In this episode, Josh and Chuck delve into the details and debate behind immigration. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-12-23-sysk-homelessness.mp3 Today, millions of people around the world are homeless. In this episode, Josh and Chuck take a look at homelessness in the United States, discussing everything from the factors that lead to homelessness to what you can do to help alleviate the situation. Thu, 23 Dec 2010 12:47:46 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-12-23-sysk-homelessness.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, homelessness, homeless people, alleviating homelessness 00:40:22 Today, millions of people around the world are homeless. In this episode, Josh and Chuck take a look at homelessness in the United States, discussing everything from the factors that lead to homelessness to what you can do to help alleviate the situation. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-12-21-sysk-amelia-earhart.mp3 Famed aviator Amelia Earheart's disappearance in 1937 is a mystery that endures to this day. Why don't we know what happened to her? In this episode, Josh and Chuck examine the facts and evidence behind the famous case. Tue, 21 Dec 2010 15:12:19 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-12-21-sysk-amelia-earhart.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, what happened to Amelia Earhart? 00:27:49 Famed aviator Amelia Earheart's disappearance in 1937 is a mystery that endures to this day. Why don't we know what happened to her? In this episode, Josh and Chuck examine the facts and evidence behind the famous case. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-12-16-sysk-migraines.mp3 Most people know what a migraine headache is -- some from painful experience -- but there's a lot more to this "neurobiological condition" than an achy noggin. Josh and Chuck explore the symptoms, triggers and mysteries of migraines in this episode. Thu, 16 Dec 2010 12:03:53 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-12-16-sysk-migraines.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, migraines, vasodilation, headaches, migraine auras 00:29:04 Most people know what a migraine headache is -- some from painful experience -- but there's a lot more to this "neurobiological condition" than an achy noggin. Josh and Chuck explore the symptoms, triggers and mysteries of migraines in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-12-14-sysk-agritourism.mp3 Agritourism marries farming and tourism, but why do people pay to pick apples or work on a farm? And who does agritourism benefit? Josh and Chuck explore the history and various incarnations of agritourism, as well as the rationale behind it. Tue, 14 Dec 2010 14:28:37 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-12-14-sysk-agritourism.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, agritourism, small farms, CSAs 00:33:46 Agritourism marries farming and tourism, but why do people pay to pick apples or work on a farm? And who does agritourism benefit? Josh and Chuck explore the history and various incarnations of agritourism, as well as the rationale behind it. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-12-09-sysk-hanukkah.mp3 Hanukkah is an eight-day Jewish holiday, but what's it all about? And why do some people think of it as "Jewish Christmas"? In this episode, Josh and Chuck share Stuff You Should Know about Hanukkah. Thu, 09 Dec 2010 12:37:30 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-12-09-sysk-hanukkah.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, Hanukkah, festival of lights, Jewish holidays 00:21:44 Hanukkah is an eight-day Jewish holiday, but what's it all about? And why do some people think of it as "Jewish Christmas"? In this episode, Josh and Chuck share Stuff You Should Know about Hanukkah. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-12-07-sysk-green-renovation-construction.mp3 Demolition and construction creates a lot of waste, so renovating your house is generally a "greener" option. In this episode, Josh and Chuck explore some green renovation and construction options. Tue, 07 Dec 2010 12:27:05 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-12-07-sysk-green-renovation-construction.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, green renovation, green construction, house demolition 00:30:43 Demolition and construction creates a lot of waste, so renovating your house is generally a "greener" option. In this episode, Josh and Chuck explore some green renovation and construction options. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-12-02-sysk-rules-of-war.mp3 The rules of war are agreed-upon rules that are intended to govern international wars and conflicts. Who developed these rules? And do countries really abide by them? Josh and Chuck take a detailed look at how the rules of war work in this episode. Thu, 02 Dec 2010 14:51:48 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-12-02-sysk-rules-of-war.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, the rules of war, Geneva conventions 00:34:14 The rules of war are agreed-upon rules that are intended to govern international wars and conflicts. Who developed these rules? And do countries really abide by them? Josh and Chuck take a detailed look at how the rules of war work in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-11-30-sysk-circumcision.mp3 Circumcision is a common practice in which the foreskin of a male's penis is removed, typically as a baby. Josh and Chuck take a look at the origins, practices, and arguments for and against circumcision in this episode. Tue, 30 Nov 2010 15:09:44 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-11-30-sysk-circumcision.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, circumcision, male circumcision, foreskin, prepuce 00:40:57 Circumcision is a common practice in which the foreskin of a male's penis is removed, typically as a baby. Josh and Chuck take a look at the origins, practices, and arguments for and against circumcision in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-11-25-sysk-dreadlocks.mp3 Dreadlocks are matted coils of hair that form a very distinctive (and often misunderstood) hairstyle. So what's the deal with dreads? In this episode, Josh and Chuck examine the long history of dreadlocks and walk you through the process of dreading hair. Thu, 25 Nov 2010 01:40:29 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-11-25-sysk-dreadlocks.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, dreadlocks, Rastafarian, dreads, how dreadlocks work 00:31:41 Dreadlocks are matted coils of hair that form a very distinctive (and often misunderstood) hairstyle. So what's the deal with dreads? In this episode, Josh and Chuck examine the long history of dreadlocks and walk you through the process of dreading hair. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-11-23-sysk-kissing.mp3 A majority of human cultures practice kissing in one form or another. But why do we kiss? Is the behavior instinctive or learned? In this episode, amateur philematologists Josh and Chuck take a look at the biology, sociology and pyschology of kissing. Tue, 23 Nov 2010 13:35:06 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-11-23-sysk-kissing.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, why do we kiss, philematology, philematologists 00:32:17 A majority of human cultures practice kissing in one form or another. But why do we kiss? Is the behavior instinctive or learned? In this episode, amateur philematologists Josh and Chuck take a look at the biology, sociology and pyschology of kissing. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-11-18-sysk-lifestraw-save-world.mp3 Over a billion people do not have access to clean water, and many die from water-born diseases. With 6,000 people dying each day, this situation is increasingly urgent. Could Lifestraw filters resolve this crisis? Tune in and find out. Thu, 18 Nov 2010 16:40:01 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-11-18-sysk-lifestraw-save-world.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, lifestraw, humanitarianism, 00:33:11 Over a billion people do not have access to clean water, and many die from water-born diseases. With 6,000 people dying each day, this situation is increasingly urgent. Could Lifestraw filters resolve this crisis? Tune in and find out. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-11-16-sysk-good-ideas-discovered.mp3 It's no secret that human beings have an obsession with innovation -- but has our species already found every good idea? As Josh and Chuck break down the continuing search for the next great idea, they touch on everything from hand tools to cancer cures. Tue, 16 Nov 2010 16:22:23 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-11-16-sysk-good-ideas-discovered.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, good ideas, stuff of genius, innovation 00:32:42 It's no secret that human beings have an obsession with innovation -- but has our species already found every good idea? As Josh and Chuck break down the continuing search for the next great idea, they touch on everything from hand tools to cancer cures. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-11-11-sysk-rehab.mp3 These days, alcoholics and other people suffering from addictions are often sent to rehabilitation centers to kick their habit. But how long has rehab been around, and how does it work? Listen in as Chuck and Josh present the fascinating process of rehab. Thu, 11 Nov 2010 12:46:09 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-11-11-sysk-rehab.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, addiction, rehabilitation, rehab, drug abuse 00:45:48 These days, alcoholics and other people suffering from addictions are often sent to rehabilitation centers to kick their habit. But how long has rehab been around, and how does it work? Listen in as Chuck and Josh present the fascinating process of rehab. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-11-09-sysk-prohibition.mp3 Prohibition was a 13-year period in American history when selling or producing alcohol was illegal. What led to this astonishing development? Why did it end? Josh and Chuck take a look at Prohibition's fascinating history in this episode. Tue, 09 Nov 2010 12:51:17 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-11-09-sysk-prohibition.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, Prohibition, alcohol, Prohibition amendments, speakeasys 00:39:22 Prohibition was a 13-year period in American history when selling or producing alcohol was illegal. What led to this astonishing development? Why did it end? Josh and Chuck take a look at Prohibition's fascinating history in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-11-04-sysk-cant-kick-sysk.mp3 Modern scientists have extensively researched addicts and the things they abuse, but we still don't understand everything about the nature of addiction. So how does it work? Tune in to learn more about addiction (and why you can't kick your SYSK habit). Thu, 04 Nov 2010 11:57:08 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-11-04-sysk-cant-kick-sysk.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, addiction, alcohol, alcoholism, drugs, neurochemistry 00:43:29 Modern scientists have extensively researched addicts and the things they abuse, but we still don't understand everything about the nature of addiction. So how does it work? Tune in to learn more about addiction (and why you can't kick your SYSK habit). HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-11-02-sysk-animal-migration.mp3 When you think of animal migrations, you probably picture thousands of animals thundering across the savannah. But where are they going, and why? Josh and Chuck explain why and how animals migrate in this episode. Tue, 02 Nov 2010 14:41:01 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-11-02-sysk-animal-migration.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, animal migrations, gnu migration, butterfly migration 00:27:11 When you think of animal migrations, you probably picture thousands of animals thundering across the savannah. But where are they going, and why? Josh and Chuck explain why and how animals migrate in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-10-28-sysk-the-tomb.mp3 In this spooky episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck get you ready for Halloween as they narrate H.P. Lovecraft's creepy tale "The Tomb." Tune in to learn more...if you dare! Thu, 28 Oct 2010 13:34:30 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-10-28-sysk-the-tomb.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, H.P. Lovecraft, The Tomb, scary stories 00:30:23 In this spooky episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck get you ready for Halloween as they narrate H.P. Lovecraft's creepy tale "The Tomb." Tune in to learn more...if you dare! HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-10-26-sysk-jealousy.mp3 All of us have experienced the feeling of jealousy at some point or another. But why do we get jealous? Are women really more jealous than men? Josh and Chuck get to the bottom of jealousy in this episode. Tue, 26 Oct 2010 11:45:41 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-10-26-sysk-jealousy.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, romantic jealousy, family jealousy, neurotic jealousy 00:46:19 All of us have experienced the feeling of jealousy at some point or another. But why do we get jealous? Are women really more jealous than men? Josh and Chuck get to the bottom of jealousy in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-10-21-sysk-mental-illness-psychedelics.mp3 Hallucinogenic drugs are currently illegal, but they were once commonly used in psychological treatment. In this episode, Josh and Chuck discuss the rise and fall of psychedelics in treating mood disorders -- and why they're starting to gain favor again. Thu, 21 Oct 2010 12:33:08 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-10-21-sysk-mental-illness-psychedelics.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, treating mental illness with hallucinogens, psychedelics 00:41:57 Hallucinogenic drugs are currently illegal, but they were once commonly used in psychological treatment. In this episode, Josh and Chuck discuss the rise and fall of psychedelics in treating mood disorders -- and why they're starting to gain favor again. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-10-19-sysk-gender-reassignment.mp3 In this episode, Josh and Chuck take a comprehensive look at gender identity "disorders" and the gender reassignment process. Tue, 19 Oct 2010 16:25:36 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-10-19-sysk-gender-reassignment.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, gender reassignment, transsexualism, sex change 00:49:52 In this episode, Josh and Chuck take a comprehensive look at gender identity "disorders" and the gender reassignment process. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-10-14-sysk-house-swapping.mp3 Traditionally, house swapping involves temporarily exchanging homes with a stranger for vacation purposes. Tune in to learn more about house swapping, from the traditional version to hospitality exchanges and couchsurfing, in this episode. Thu, 14 Oct 2010 15:29:43 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-10-14-sysk-house-swapping.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, house swapping, hospitality exchange, couchsurfing 00:31:11 Traditionally, house swapping involves temporarily exchanging homes with a stranger for vacation purposes. Tune in to learn more about house swapping, from the traditional version to hospitality exchanges and couchsurfing, in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-10-12-sysk-science-phasing-out-sleep.mp3 Sleep is a restorative state that's vital to human functioning -- or is it? In this episode, Josh and Chuck explore different ways in which science is trying to minimize or phase out sleep, from pills to genetic research. Tue, 12 Oct 2010 14:06:14 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-10-12-sysk-science-phasing-out-sleep.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, phasing out sleep, modafinil, sleep deprivation 00:36:36 Sleep is a restorative state that's vital to human functioning -- or is it? In this episode, Josh and Chuck explore different ways in which science is trying to minimize or phase out sleep, from pills to genetic research. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-10-07-sysk-knights.mp3 In medieval times, knights were warriors with specialized skills, extensive training and their own code. In this episode, Josh and Chuck discuss the rise and fall of medieval knights and finish up with a look at the modern institution of knighthood. Thu, 07 Oct 2010 16:52:01 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-10-07-sysk-knights.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, medieval knights, feudalism, squires, modern knights 00:47:58 In medieval times, knights were warriors with specialized skills, extensive training and their own code. In this episode, Josh and Chuck discuss the rise and fall of medieval knights and finish up with a look at the modern institution of knighthood. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-10-05-sysk-multiple-spouses.mp3 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 host of related topics, from Mormonism to monogamy. Tue, 05 Oct 2010 13:20:13 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-10-05-sysk-multiple-spouses.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, multiple spouses, polygamy, bigamy, polygyny, Mormons 00:34:36 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 host of related topics, from Mormonism to monogamy. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-09-30-sysk-tone-deafness.mp3 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. Thu, 30 Sep 2010 12:30:23 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-09-30-sysk-tone-deafness.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, tone deafness, relative pitch, perfect pitch 00:20:30 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. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-09-28-sysk-rollerderby.mp3 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, women's rights and more. Tune in and learn more. Tue, 28 Sep 2010 11:39:39 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-09-28-sysk-rollerderby.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, roller derby, women's rights 00:38:23 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, women's rights and more. Tune in and learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-09-23-sysk-hypnosis.mp3 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, practices and feasibility of hypnotism in this episode. Thu, 23 Sep 2010 15:47:16 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-09-23-sysk-hypnosis.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, hypnosis, hypnotize, hyperattentive, mesmerism, suggestability 00:30:57 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, practices and feasibility of hypnotism in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-09-21-sysk-octopus.mp3 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 octopi. Tue, 21 Sep 2010 13:55:42 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-09-21-sysk-octopus.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, octopus, octopod, octopuses, octopi, cephalopods 00:36:45 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 octopi. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-09-16-sysk-biospeleology.mp3 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 creatures that live in them. Thu, 16 Sep 2010 12:04:42 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-09-16-sysk-biospeleology.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, biospeleology, cave biology, cave ecosystems, biospeleologists 00:29:17 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 creatures that live in them. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-09-14-sysk-mirrors.mp3 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, superstitions and rather interesting history of mirrors. Tue, 14 Sep 2010 15:14:32 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-09-14-sysk-mirrors.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, mirrors, mirror physics, law of reflection 00:26:39 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, superstitions and rather interesting history of mirrors. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-09-09-sysk-customs.mp3 Customs agencies regulate the flow of goods in and out of countries, impose duties and enforce laws. In this episode, Josh and Chuck take a look at how customs works. Thu, 09 Sep 2010 11:51:53 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-09-09-sysk-customs.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, customs, customs agencies, duties, tariffs 00:28:28 Customs agencies regulate the flow of goods in and out of countries, impose duties and enforce laws. In this episode, Josh and Chuck take a look at how customs works. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-09-07-sysk-crime-scene-clean-up.mp3 Cleaning up crime scenes is a niche industry that's both lucrative and messy. In this episode, Josh and Chuck take a look at how crime-scene clean-up works. Tue, 07 Sep 2010 15:01:29 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-09-07-sysk-crime-scene-clean-up.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, crime-scene clean-up, crime-scene cleaners, crime scenes 00:32:44 Cleaning up crime scenes is a niche industry that's both lucrative and messy. In this episode, Josh and Chuck take a look at how crime-scene clean-up works. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-09-02-sysk-college-football-rankings.mp3 Established in 1998 as a way to determine college football rankings, the Bowl Championship Series (BCS) is a complex statistical system. In this episode, Josh and Chuck tackle the complex variables -- and math! -- behind the BCS rankings. Thu, 02 Sep 2010 10:46:19 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-09-02-sysk-college-football-rankings.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, college football rankings, Bowl Championship Series 00:33:49 Established in 1998 as a way to determine college football rankings, the Bowl Championship Series (BCS) is a complex statistical system. In this episode, Josh and Chuck tackle the complex variables -- and math! -- behind the BCS rankings. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-08-31-sysk-cremation.mp3 Cremation of dead bodies is practiced in many parts of the world, but how exactly does it work? Josh and Chuckers take you inside the crematorium as they ponder the cultural history, process and controversies of cremation in this episode. Tue, 31 Aug 2010 12:42:21 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-08-31-sysk-cremation.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, cremation, crematorium, cremated remains 00:41:43 Cremation of dead bodies is practiced in many parts of the world, but how exactly does it work? Josh and Chuckers take you inside the crematorium as they ponder the cultural history, process and controversies of cremation in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-08-26-sysk-freemasons.mp3 There are lots of conspiracy theories about Freemasons, but how much do you really know about this secretive order? In this episode, Josh and Chuck take a comprehensive look at the origins, history, practices, beliefs and famous figures of Freemasonry. Thu, 26 Aug 2010 11:32:45 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-08-26-sysk-freemasons.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, Freemasons, masonic lodges, Freemasonry, Masons 00:44:58 There are lots of conspiracy theories about Freemasons, but how much do you really know about this secretive order? In this episode, Josh and Chuck take a comprehensive look at the origins, history, practices, beliefs and famous figures of Freemasonry. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-08-24-sysk-sleepwalking.mp3 Sleep behaviors are pretty fascinating. Some people snore, some grind their teeth -- and some take a little stroll, or perhaps a drive. In this episode, Josh and Chuck investigate how sleepwalking, or somnambulism, works. Tue, 24 Aug 2010 14:25:30 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-08-24-sysk-sleepwalking.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, sleepwalking 00:25:46 Sleep behaviors are pretty fascinating. Some people snore, some grind their teeth -- and some take a little stroll, or perhaps a drive. In this episode, Josh and Chuck investigate how sleepwalking, or somnambulism, works. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-08-19-sysk-mars-turbine.mp3 MARS stands for Magenn Air Rotor System, but a MARS turbine isn't your typical windmill. It's a blimp floating hundreds of feet in the air. Tune in as Josh and Chuck explain how this turbine works -- and whether it will become the future of wind power. Thu, 19 Aug 2010 14:43:53 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-08-19-sysk-mars-turbine.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, mars turbine, wind power 00:27:46 MARS stands for Magenn Air Rotor System, but a MARS turbine isn't your typical windmill. It's a blimp floating hundreds of feet in the air. Tune in as Josh and Chuck explain how this turbine works -- and whether it will become the future of wind power. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-08-17-sysk-breathalyzers.mp3 Breathalyzers work on a simple principle: Alcohol is absorbed into the lungs and present in breath. But the machines that actually measure this alcohol level are really, really complicated. Tune in and learn more in this podcast. Tue, 17 Aug 2010 17:43:01 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-08-17-sysk-breathalyzers.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, breathalyzer, dui, drunk driving, 00:32:21 Breathalyzers work on a simple principle: Alcohol is absorbed into the lungs and present in breath. But the machines that actually measure this alcohol level are really, really complicated. Tune in and learn more in this podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-08-12-sysk-prisons.mp3 Most people have a basic understanding of how prisons work, but it's often heavily influenced by fiction. What's it really like behind those bars? In this episode, Josh and Chuck reveal the practices, controversies and harsh realities of prison life. Thu, 12 Aug 2010 13:58:45 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-08-12-sysk-prisons.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, how prison works, maximum security, SuperMax 00:44:48 Most people have a basic understanding of how prisons work, but it's often heavily influenced by fiction. What's it really like behind those bars? In this episode, Josh and Chuck reveal the practices, controversies and harsh realities of prison life. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-08-10-sysk-grow-houses.mp3 As many as one in five houses in Vancouver, British Columbia are used to grow marijuana. Join Josh and Chuck as they step inside indoor grow houses to see what's going on. Tue, 10 Aug 2010 12:54:57 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-08-10-sysk-grow-houses.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, grow houses, marijuana, growing marijuana 00:35:53 As many as one in five houses in Vancouver, British Columbia are used to grow marijuana. Join Josh and Chuck as they step inside indoor grow houses to see what's going on. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-08-05-sysk-route-66.mp3 In this episode, Josh and Chuck hit the open road as they explore the history, allure and decline of America's most iconic highway: Route 66. Thu, 05 Aug 2010 13:35:00 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-08-05-sysk-route-66.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, route 66, New Mexico, historic highways 00:32:00 In this episode, Josh and Chuck hit the open road as they explore the history, allure and decline of America's most iconic highway: Route 66. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-08-03-sysk-quantum-suicide.mp3 In this episode, Josh and Chuck tackle a mind-melting topic: quantum physics! They ponder subatomic particles and quantum mechanics, focusing specifically on a thought experiment called quantum suicide. Tue, 03 Aug 2010 12:47:35 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-08-03-sysk-quantum-suicide.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, quantum suicide, quantum physics, quantum particles 00:31:48 In this episode, Josh and Chuck tackle a mind-melting topic: quantum physics! They ponder subatomic particles and quantum mechanics, focusing specifically on a thought experiment called quantum suicide. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-07-29-sysk-presidential-pardons.mp3 A presidential pardon is a unique, unchallengable power granted to the president of the United States by the Constitution. In this episode, Josh and Chuck discuss the origins, history and controversial use of the presidential pardon. Thu, 29 Jul 2010 12:12:39 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-07-29-sysk-presidential-pardons.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, presidential pardons, us president, commutation 00:42:07 A presidential pardon is a unique, unchallengable power granted to the president of the United States by the Constitution. In this episode, Josh and Chuck discuss the origins, history and controversial use of the presidential pardon. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-07-27-sysk-ticks-suck.mp3 It's no surprise that ticks are one of mankind's least favorite animals. After all, they subsist on blood and spread disease. But how much do we really know about ticks? Tune in to learn more about ticks -- and how to get rid of them -- in this podcast. Tue, 27 Jul 2010 13:15:24 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-07-27-sysk-ticks-suck.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, chuck, josh, tick, lyme disease 00:39:17 It's no surprise that ticks are one of mankind's least favorite animals. After all, they subsist on blood and spread disease. But how much do we really know about ticks? Tune in to learn more about ticks -- and how to get rid of them -- in this podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-07-22-sysk-saunas.mp3 Although they might seem pretty mundane, saunas are surprisingly fascinating inventions. Josh and Chuck break out all sorts of sweaty, sauna-related trivia, from the Finnish affinity for saunas to sauna etiquette, in this episode. Thu, 22 Jul 2010 11:50:51 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-07-22-sysk-saunas.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, saunas, kiuas, savusauna, infrared sauna 00:37:29 Although they might seem pretty mundane, saunas are surprisingly fascinating inventions. Josh and Chuck break out all sorts of sweaty, sauna-related trivia, from the Finnish affinity for saunas to sauna etiquette, in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-07-20-sysk-taste.mp3 Taste seems like a pretty simple sense, but scientists are still trying to figure out exactly how it works. Josh and Chuck explore the complexities of taste, from definitions and physiology to tongue maps and supertasters, in this episode. Tue, 20 Jul 2010 12:36:27 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-07-20-sysk-taste.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, taste, tastants, gustants, flavor, taste receptors 00:35:11 Taste seems like a pretty simple sense, but scientists are still trying to figure out exactly how it works. Josh and Chuck explore the complexities of taste, from definitions and physiology to tongue maps and supertasters, in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-07-15-sysk-james-bond.mp3 James Bond, the most infamous secret agent ever to grace the silver screen, originated in the pages of British author Ian Fleming's novels. Amateur agents Josh and Chuck uncover all sorts of Bond trivia in this action-packed episode. Thu, 15 Jul 2010 13:05:39 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-07-15-sysk-james-bond.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, james bond, 007, ian fleming 00:39:24 James Bond, the most infamous secret agent ever to grace the silver screen, originated in the pages of British author Ian Fleming's novels. Amateur agents Josh and Chuck uncover all sorts of Bond trivia in this action-packed episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-07-13-sysk-reincarnation.mp3 A large percentage of the world's population believes that you will be reborn after you die. So why does the concept of reincarnation seem so paranormal to Westerners? Join Chuck and Josh as they explore the ins and outs of birth, death and birth again. Tue, 13 Jul 2010 11:31:44 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-07-13-sysk-reincarnation.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, reincarnation, Hinduisim, reborn, birth, death 00:36:05 A large percentage of the world's population believes that you will be reborn after you die. So why does the concept of reincarnation seem so paranormal to Westerners? Join Chuck and Josh as they explore the ins and outs of birth, death and birth again. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-07-08-sysk-butterfly-wings.mp3 Butterflies' wings are colored as a result of iridescence; this fascinating optical phenomenon is the result of light refracting off transparent surfaces. Josh and Chuck reveal how pigmentation, iridescence, light and butterfly wings work in this episode. Thu, 08 Jul 2010 14:05:12 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-07-08-sysk-butterfly-wings.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, iridescence, butterfly wings iridescent, butterfly wings 00:26:33 Butterflies' wings are colored as a result of iridescence; this fascinating optical phenomenon is the result of light refracting off transparent surfaces. Josh and Chuck reveal how pigmentation, iridescence, light and butterfly wings work in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-07-06-sysk-voodoo.mp3 Voodoo is a religion found in parts of Africa and Haiti that's often misunderstood. In this episode, Josh and Chuck separate the faction from the fiction as they explore how Voodoo really works. Tue, 06 Jul 2010 15:40:58 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-07-06-sysk-voodoo.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, voodoo, bo, hoodoo, haitian voodoo 00:32:39 Voodoo is a religion found in parts of Africa and Haiti that's often misunderstood. In this episode, Josh and Chuck separate the faction from the fiction as they explore how Voodoo really works. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-07-01-sysk-thomas-jefferson-bible.mp3 Thomas Jefferson is famous for his role in shaping the United States of America -- and for creating his own, revised version of the Bible. Learn more about the Jefferson Bible in this episode. Thu, 01 Jul 2010 12:29:46 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-07-01-sysk-thomas-jefferson-bible.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, jefferson bible, thomas jefferson 00:23:44 Thomas Jefferson is famous for his role in shaping the United States of America -- and for creating his own, revised version of the Bible. Learn more about the Jefferson Bible in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-06-29-sysk-traffic_1-2.mp3 Whether you've been stuck in a traffic jam or forced to merge and avoid road construction, everyone's had a few bad experiences with traffic. But how does traffic actually work? In this episode, Chuck and Josh take a look at traffic waves (and bubbles). Tue, 29 Jun 2010 14:23:51 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-06-29-sysk-traffic_1-2.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, traffic, traffic jam, highway 00:32:43 Whether you've been stuck in a traffic jam or forced to merge and avoid road construction, everyone's had a few bad experiences with traffic. But how does traffic actually work? In this episode, Chuck and Josh take a look at traffic waves (and bubbles). HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-06-24-sysk-quicksand.mp3 In many films, hapless characters meet their untimely demise in a lethal pit of quicksand. It's a gruesome, undignified end -- but is it realistic? Josh and Chuck tackle the properties of quicksand -- and how to escape it -- in this episode. Thu, 24 Jun 2010 10:45:49 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-06-24-sysk-quicksand.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, chuck, josh, quicksand, sand, survival 00:25:46 In many films, hapless characters meet their untimely demise in a lethal pit of quicksand. It's a gruesome, undignified end -- but is it realistic? Josh and Chuck tackle the properties of quicksand -- and how to escape it -- in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-06-22-sysk-ghost-prisons.mp3 In this episode, Josh and Chuck discuss the controversial "ghost prisons," covert prisons created by the CIA after September 11th, 2001 to secretly detain and interrogate terrorist suspects in various locations around the world, including the U.S. Tue, 22 Jun 2010 14:01:55 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-06-22-sysk-ghost-prisons.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, ghost prisons, secret CIA prisons 00:34:34 In this episode, Josh and Chuck discuss the controversial "ghost prisons," covert prisons created by the CIA after September 11th, 2001 to secretly detain and interrogate terrorist suspects in various locations around the world, including the U.S. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-06-17-sysk-samurai.mp3 The Samurai were legendary Japanese swordsmen and warriors, known for their loyalty and adherence to a strict code of honor. Josh and Chuck tackle the Samurai in this episode. Thu, 17 Jun 2010 15:21:16 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-06-17-sysk-samurai.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, samurai, samurai weapons, bushido, samurai code 00:34:08 The Samurai were legendary Japanese swordsmen and warriors, known for their loyalty and adherence to a strict code of honor. Josh and Chuck tackle the Samurai in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-06-15-sysk-innocence-project.mp3 The Innocence Project is an American non-profit organization whose mission is to exonerate wrongly convicted individuals and reform the legal system. Josh, Chuck and a special "guest" explain how the organization works -- and why it's necessary. Tue, 15 Jun 2010 14:30:18 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-06-15-sysk-innocence-project.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, innocence project, wrongly convicted, DNA testing 00:35:22 The Innocence Project is an American non-profit organization whose mission is to exonerate wrongly convicted individuals and reform the legal system. Josh, Chuck and a special "guest" explain how the organization works -- and why it's necessary. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-06-10-sysk-grandfathers-diet-shorten-life.mp3 Epigenetics is a fascinating field of genetics that studies how the epigenome and environmental, nutritional and social factors affect gene expression. Josh and Chuck explain how epigenetics works in this episode. Thu, 10 Jun 2010 14:51:11 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-06-10-sysk-grandfathers-diet-shorten-life.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, epigenetics, methyl tags, genome, epigenome 00:30:24 Epigenetics is a fascinating field of genetics that studies how the epigenome and environmental, nutritional and social factors affect gene expression. Josh and Chuck explain how epigenetics works in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-06-08-sysk-sinkholes.mp3 Recently, a massive sinkhole opened up in Guatemala City, swallowing a three-story building in the process. In this episode, Josh and Chuck explore sinkholes and the forces that cause them, natural and otherwise. Tue, 08 Jun 2010 14:02:18 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-06-08-sysk-sinkholes.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, sinkholes, guatemala city sinkhole, guatemala city 00:29:13 Recently, a massive sinkhole opened up in Guatemala City, swallowing a three-story building in the process. In this episode, Josh and Chuck explore sinkholes and the forces that cause them, natural and otherwise. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-06-03-sysk-flamethrowers.mp3 Who first decided that it would be a great idea to shoot flame at other people from a distance? Josh and Chuck talk about the (very) early origins, history and technology of the flamethrower in this episode. Thu, 03 Jun 2010 15:19:24 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-06-03-sysk-flamethrowers.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, flamethrowers, butane, napalm, first flamethrower 00:24:01 Who first decided that it would be a great idea to shoot flame at other people from a distance? Josh and Chuck talk about the (very) early origins, history and technology of the flamethrower in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-06-01-sysk-clean-oil-spill.mp3 The modern world runs on fossil fuel, and offshore oil drilling powers a large part of the global economy. But what do we do when disaster strikes? Join Josh and Chuck as they take a look at the techniques used to clean up oil spills in this podcast. Tue, 01 Jun 2010 14:44:30 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-06-01-sysk-clean-oil-spill.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, oil spill, oil pollution 00:25:07 The modern world runs on fossil fuel, and offshore oil drilling powers a large part of the global economy. But what do we do when disaster strikes? Join Josh and Chuck as they take a look at the techniques used to clean up oil spills in this podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-05-27-sysk-human-earthquake.mp3 In this episode, Josh and Chuck discuss reservoir-induced seismicity and the conditions under which human activities and projects like dams can trigger earthquakes. Thu, 27 May 2010 15:48:20 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-05-27-sysk-human-earthquake.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, can humans cause earthquakes, resevoir-induced seismicity 00:24:35 In this episode, Josh and Chuck discuss reservoir-induced seismicity and the conditions under which human activities and projects like dams can trigger earthquakes. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-05-25-sysk-serial-killer.mp3 Serial killers are notorious for their grisly crimes and disturbing behavior, but what makes a serial killer a serial killer? Josh and Chuck ponder the history, psychology and methodology of serial killing and serial killers in this episode. Tue, 25 May 2010 14:45:57 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-05-25-sysk-serial-killer.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, serial killers, serial killing, mass murderers 00:44:41 Serial killers are notorious for their grisly crimes and disturbing behavior, but what makes a serial killer a serial killer? Josh and Chuck ponder the history, psychology and methodology of serial killing and serial killers in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-05-20-sysk-guatemalan-adventure-two.mp3 Josh and Chuck talk more about their experiences in Guatemala and the amazing work that the non-profit group Cooperative for Education is doing there -- and how you can help! -- in part two of their Guatemala series. Thu, 20 May 2010 11:31:01 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-05-20-sysk-guatemalan-adventure-two.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, guatemala, cooperative for education, part two 00:46:48 Josh and Chuck talk more about their experiences in Guatemala and the amazing work that the non-profit group Cooperative for Education is doing there -- and how you can help! -- in part two of their Guatemala series. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-05-18-sysk-guatemalan-adventure-one.mp3 Josh and Chuck share the story of their recent eye-opening trip to Guatemala, which was sponsored by a nonprofit organization called Cooperative for Education, in this very special episode of Stuff You Should Know. Tue, 18 May 2010 12:20:29 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-05-18-sysk-guatemalan-adventure-one.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, guatemala, cooperative for education, CoEd tour 00:55:44 Josh and Chuck share the story of their recent eye-opening trip to Guatemala, which was sponsored by a nonprofit organization called Cooperative for Education, in this very special episode of Stuff You Should Know. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-05-13-sysk-5-successful-counterfeiters.mp3 Counterfeiting currency successfully takes serious skills, and some consider counterfeiting an art. Josh and Chuck recount the stories of five artful counterfeiters and their successful careers in this episode. Thu, 13 May 2010 16:10:21 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-05-13-sysk-5-successful-counterfeiters.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, counterfeiters, successful counterfeiters, counterfeiting money 00:26:28 Counterfeiting currency successfully takes serious skills, and some consider counterfeiting an art. Josh and Chuck recount the stories of five artful counterfeiters and their successful careers in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-05-11-sysk-twins.mp3 Twin siblings are common enough that most people know a pair or two, but why does twinning occur? Josh and Chuckers explain where twins (and babies) come from, discuss different types of twins and debunk some "twin myths" in this episode. Tue, 11 May 2010 14:11:29 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-05-11-sysk-twins.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, twins, identical twins, conjoined twins, monozygotic 00:38:05 Twin siblings are common enough that most people know a pair or two, but why does twinning occur? Josh and Chuckers explain where twins (and babies) come from, discuss different types of twins and debunk some "twin myths" in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-05-06-sysk-steal-art.mp3 In general, stealing valuable items tends to be difficult and dangerous, but stealing works of art can be surprisingly easy. In this episode, Josh and Chuck cite recent art heists as they discuss why stealing art is relatively easy. Thu, 06 May 2010 12:33:04 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-05-06-sysk-steal-art.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, is it hard to steal art? 00:30:33 In general, stealing valuable items tends to be difficult and dangerous, but stealing works of art can be surprisingly easy. In this episode, Josh and Chuck cite recent art heists as they discuss why stealing art is relatively easy. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-05-04-sysk-legos.mp3 Most people are familiar with the plastic, interconnecting bricks called LEGO bricks, but what's their story? In this episode, Josh and Chuck discuss the history, popularity and trajectory of LEGOS -- and throw out some serious stats along the way. Tue, 04 May 2010 17:38:01 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-05-04-sysk-legos.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, legos, ole kirk christiansen 00:36:50 Most people are familiar with the plastic, interconnecting bricks called LEGO bricks, but what's their story? In this episode, Josh and Chuck discuss the history, popularity and trajectory of LEGOS -- and throw out some serious stats along the way. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-04-29-sysk-cliff-diving.mp3 As far as sports go, cliff diving doesn't require much equipment. It does, however, require a certain amount of chutzpah, a dash of derring-do, and a deep body of water. Tune in and learn more about cliff diving in this podcast. Thu, 29 Apr 2010 11:16:12 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-04-29-sysk-cliff-diving.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, cliff diving, jump off cliff 00:27:19 As far as sports go, cliff diving doesn't require much equipment. It does, however, require a certain amount of chutzpah, a dash of derring-do, and a deep body of water. Tune in and learn more about cliff diving in this podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-04-27-sysk-genius.mp3 When you hear the word 'genius,' names like Einstein and Hawking probably spring to mind. Defining exactly what makes them geniuses, however, is much more complicated. Josh and Chuck discuss the many theories about genius in this episode. Tue, 27 Apr 2010 15:39:29 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-04-27-sysk-genius.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, genius, IQ, what makes a genius 00:35:09 When you hear the word 'genius,' names like Einstein and Hawking probably spring to mind. Defining exactly what makes them geniuses, however, is much more complicated. Josh and Chuck discuss the many theories about genius in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-04-22-sysk-other-people-pain.mp3 People with a condition known as mirror-touch synesthesia literally feel the pain of others -- but why? Josh and Chuck trace the cause of this condition to one culprit: the mirror neuron. Tune in to learn more about mirror neurons and neuroscience. Thu, 22 Apr 2010 12:12:20 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-04-22-sysk-other-people-pain.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, chuck, josh, pain, empathy 00:34:58 People with a condition known as mirror-touch synesthesia literally feel the pain of others -- but why? Josh and Chuck trace the cause of this condition to one culprit: the mirror neuron. Tune in to learn more about mirror neurons and neuroscience. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-04-20-sysk-people-feel-pain.mp3 There are less than a hundred documented cases of people who cannot feel pain and suffer from a condition called congenital insensitivity to pain. Josh and Chuck discuss the dangers and symptoms of CIP and related disorders in this episode. Tue, 20 Apr 2010 13:10:47 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-04-20-sysk-people-feel-pain.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, CIPA, congenital insensitivity to pain, anhidrosis 00:30:31 There are less than a hundred documented cases of people who cannot feel pain and suffer from a condition called congenital insensitivity to pain. Josh and Chuck discuss the dangers and symptoms of CIP and related disorders in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-04-16-sysk-castles-work.mp3 In this episode, Josh and Chuck discuss the most famous fortified structure in the world -- the castle. Tune in to learn all about castles, from murder holes to modern fortresses. Fri, 16 Apr 2010 12:33:02 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-04-16-sysk-castles-work.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, castles, crenellations, murder holes, moats, bailey 00:28:02 In this episode, Josh and Chuck discuss the most famous fortified structure in the world -- the castle. Tune in to learn all about castles, from murder holes to modern fortresses. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-04-13-sysk-tourette-syndrome.mp3 Gilles de la Tourette syndrome, commonly referred to as Tourette's, is a neurological disorder characterized by a combination of verbal and physical tics. Tue, 13 Apr 2010 16:45:59 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-04-13-sysk-tourette-syndrome.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, tourette syndrome, coprolalia, copropraxia 00:30:36 Gilles de la Tourette syndrome, commonly referred to as Tourette's, is a neurological disorder characterized by a combination of verbal and physical tics. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-04-08-sysk-zoos-good-bad.mp3 Zoos are popular because they allow visitors to see wild animals from all around the world, but how does living in captivity affect the animals? In this episode, Josh and Chuck discuss the pros and cons of zoos. Thu, 08 Apr 2010 15:44:13 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-04-08-sysk-zoos-good-bad.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, are zoos good or bad? 00:26:39 Zoos are popular because they allow visitors to see wild animals from all around the world, but how does living in captivity affect the animals? In this episode, Josh and Chuck discuss the pros and cons of zoos. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-04-06-sysk-desertification.mp3 Josh and Chuck discuss the problem of desertification, from what causes serious degradation of dryland ecosystems to possible ways to repair the damage, in this episode. Tue, 06 Apr 2010 11:50:30 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-04-06-sysk-desertification.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, desertification, dust bowl, humus soil 00:22:34 Josh and Chuck discuss the problem of desertification, from what causes serious degradation of dryland ecosystems to possible ways to repair the damage, in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-04-01-sysk-mcdonalds.mp3 McDonald's is arguably the most famous fast food restaurant on the planet. Join Josh and Chuck as they discuss the humble beginnings, menu items, practices and controversies of the fast food giant in this episode. Thu, 01 Apr 2010 16:11:53 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-04-01-sysk-mcdonalds.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, mcdonald's, ray kroc, mcdonald's brothers 00:42:05 McDonald's is arguably the most famous fast food restaurant on the planet. Join Josh and Chuck as they discuss the humble beginnings, menu items, practices and controversies of the fast food giant in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-03-30-sysk-hiccups.mp3 In this episode, Josh and Chuck discuss the many theories behind the mysterious phenomenon of hiccups, how long hiccuping bouts can last, and various "remedies" for hiccups. Tue, 30 Mar 2010 14:32:55 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-03-30-sysk-hiccups.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, hiccups, what causes hiccups 00:23:44 In this episode, Josh and Chuck discuss the many theories behind the mysterious phenomenon of hiccups, how long hiccuping bouts can last, and various "remedies" for hiccups. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-03-25-sysk-taxidermy.mp3 Josh and Chuck tackle taxidermy, the practice of preserving and mounting dead animal skins for display, in this episode. Thu, 25 Mar 2010 15:18:01 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-03-25-sysk-taxidermy.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, taxidermy, taxidermist, tanning 00:30:23 Josh and Chuck tackle taxidermy, the practice of preserving and mounting dead animal skins for display, in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-03-23-sysk-urban-planning.mp3 In this episode, Josh and Chuck discuss the origins, philosophies and practices of urban planning. Tue, 23 Mar 2010 15:06:08 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-03-23-sysk-urban-planning.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, chuck, josh, urban planning 00:29:23 In this episode, Josh and Chuck discuss the origins, philosophies and practices of urban planning. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-03-18-sysk-vikings.mp3 Vikings were fierce, plundering Scandinavian warriors; and even today, their reputation precedes them. Josh and Chuck investigate what the Vikings were really like in this episode. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 12:02:55 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-03-18-sysk-vikings.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, josh, chuck, vikings, stuff you should know 00:31:23 Vikings were fierce, plundering Scandinavian warriors; and even today, their reputation precedes them. Josh and Chuck investigate what the Vikings were really like in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-03-16-sysk-lotteries.mp3 In this episode, Josh and Chuck discuss the history, practices and controversies of lotteries. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 16:35:05 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-03-16-sysk-lotteries.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, how lotteries work, lotteries 00:25:11 In this episode, Josh and Chuck discuss the history, practices and controversies of lotteries. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-03-11-sysk-fascism.mp3 Fascism is a specific political philosophy that's often mistakenly used to describe any authoritarian, supressive movement or regime. Josh and Chuck discuss the origins, history and markers of Fascism in this episode. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:31:50 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-03-11-sysk-fascism.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, fascism, Mussolini, Hitler, fascist, how fascism works 00:19:56 Fascism is a specific political philosophy that's often mistakenly used to describe any authoritarian, supressive movement or regime. Josh and Chuck discuss the origins, history and markers of Fascism in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-03-09-sysk-carbon-trading.mp3 In this episode, Josh and Chuck demystify carbon trading, discussing everything from cap-and-trade schemes to carbon credits. Tue, 09 Mar 2010 17:35:36 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-03-09-sysk-carbon-trading.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, carbon trading, carbon offsets, cap-and-trade schemes 00:32:45 In this episode, Josh and Chuck demystify carbon trading, discussing everything from cap-and-trade schemes to carbon credits. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-03-04-sysk-scabies.mp3 Scabies is a contagious skin disease with a bad reputation. Tune in as Josh and Chuck discuss this itchy condition -- from the mite that causes it to common cures -- in this episode. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 12:39:51 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-03-04-sysk-scabies.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, scabies, scabies mite, scabies treatment, scabies contagious 00:20:36 Scabies is a contagious skin disease with a bad reputation. Tune in as Josh and Chuck discuss this itchy condition -- from the mite that causes it to common cures -- in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-03-02-sysk-mesopotamia-cradle-civilization.mp3 In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck discuss the reasons why Mesopotamia is often considered the first civilization. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 15:56:55 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-03-02-sysk-mesopotamia-cradle-civilization.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, mesopotamia cradle of civilization, first civilization, Mesopotamia 00:27:17 In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck discuss the reasons why Mesopotamia is often considered the first civilization. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-02-25-sysk-bounty-hunters.mp3 In part two of their series on bail, Josh and Chuck talk about bail enforcement agents, a.k.a. bounty hunters. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 12:11:19 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-02-25-sysk-bounty-hunters.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, bounty hunters, bail enforcement agent, bounty hunting 00:22:59 In part two of their series on bail, Josh and Chuck talk about bail enforcement agents, a.k.a. bounty hunters. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-02-23-sysk-bail.mp3 Bail is a centuries-old practice that allows defendants in criminal cases to be released from jail until their trial convenes. Learn more about the origins of bail and modern bail practices in this episode. Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:20:44 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-02-23-sysk-bail.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, bail, surety bond, bail bondsman, bail bond 00:24:26 Bail is a centuries-old practice that allows defendants in criminal cases to be released from jail until their trial convenes. Learn more about the origins of bail and modern bail practices in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-02-18-sysk-five-govt-experiments.mp3 Chuck and Josh discuss five of the most bizarre government experiments, from transplanted puppy heads to Cold War psychics, in this episode. Thu, 18 Feb 2010 11:52:18 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-02-18-sysk-five-govt-experiments.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, crazy government experiments, operation stargate, cold war psychics 00:23:58 Chuck and Josh discuss five of the most bizarre government experiments, from transplanted puppy heads to Cold War psychics, in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-02-16-sysk-amish.mp3 In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuckers discuss the origins and practices of the Amish. Tue, 16 Feb 2010 15:46:34 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-02-16-sysk-amish.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, Amish, rumspringa, Amish communities 00:41:29 In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuckers discuss the origins and practices of the Amish. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-02-11-sysk-braille.mp3 Josh and Chuck discuss the Braille alphabet -- from its origins in Charles Barbier's "night writing" system to the many Braille codes that exist today -- in this episode of Stuff You Should Know. Thu, 11 Feb 2010 11:28:12 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-02-11-sysk-braille.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, louis braille, braille, charles barbier, night writing 00:29:10 Josh and Chuck discuss the Braille alphabet -- from its origins in Charles Barbier's "night writing" system to the many Braille codes that exist today -- in this episode of Stuff You Should Know. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-02-09-sysk-witchcraft.mp3 Witches are perhaps one of the most reviled and misunderstood groups in history -- but why? Join Josh and Chuck as they break down the Stuff You Should Know about witchcraft in this episode. Tue, 09 Feb 2010 16:59:03 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-02-09-sysk-witchcraft.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, witchcraft, wicca, religion 00:43:08 Witches are perhaps one of the most reviled and misunderstood groups in history -- but why? Join Josh and Chuck as they break down the Stuff You Should Know about witchcraft in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-02-04-sysk-urban-legends.mp3 In this episode, amateur anthropologists Josh and Chuck discuss urban legends, from how they're defined to some classic examples you've probably heard yourself. Thu, 04 Feb 2010 12:20:29 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-02-04-sysk-urban-legends.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, urban legends, folklore urban legends 00:32:34 In this episode, amateur anthropologists Josh and Chuck discuss urban legends, from how they're defined to some classic examples you've probably heard yourself. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-02-02-sysk-swat-team.mp3 In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck discuss SWAT teams, elite police units that are specially trained for extreme situations. Tue, 02 Feb 2010 14:08:35 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-02-02-sysk-swat-team.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, swat teams, single shooter doctrine 00:37:34 In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck discuss SWAT teams, elite police units that are specially trained for extreme situations. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-01-28-sysk-undiscovered-people.mp3 In this episode, Josh and Chuck discuss whether there are any truly "undiscovered" groups of people left on the planet, the definition of undiscovered -- and why groups might want to avoid modern civilization. Thu, 28 Jan 2010 13:57:59 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-01-28-sysk-undiscovered-people.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, undiscovered people, uncontacted people, isolated people, Sentinelese 00:24:35 In this episode, Josh and Chuck discuss whether there are any truly "undiscovered" groups of people left on the planet, the definition of undiscovered -- and why groups might want to avoid modern civilization. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-01-26-sysk-ninja.mp3 Ninja, Japanese warriors famous for stealth, deception and sabotage, were inspired by Chinese military philosophy. Join Josh and Chuck as they explore the origins, history, gear and popularity of the ninja in this episode. Tue, 26 Jan 2010 12:18:24 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-01-26-sysk-ninja.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, ninja, the art of war, Prince Yamato 00:32:52 Ninja, Japanese warriors famous for stealth, deception and sabotage, were inspired by Chinese military philosophy. Join Josh and Chuck as they explore the origins, history, gear and popularity of the ninja in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-01-21-sysk-moon-save-humanity.mp3 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. Thu, 21 Jan 2010 12:10:57 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-01-21-sysk-moon-save-humanity.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, lunar doomsday ark, alliance to rescue civilization 00:22:40 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. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-01-19-sysk-honeybees-disappearing.mp3 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. Tue, 19 Jan 2010 17:38:05 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-01-19-sysk-honeybees-disappearing.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, honeybees disappearing, colony collapse disorder, apiarists 00:25:01 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. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-01-14-sysk-sun.mp3 In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, amateur astrophysicists Josh and Chuck break out the stats and attempt to explain the complex, boiling ball of gas that we call the sun. Thu, 14 Jan 2010 14:23:11 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-01-14-sysk-sun.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, the sun, Earth's sun, corona, photosphere, chromosphere 00:24:46 In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, amateur astrophysicists Josh and Chuck break out the stats and attempt to explain the complex, boiling ball of gas that we call the sun. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-01-12-sysk-organ-donation.mp3 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. Tue, 12 Jan 2010 14:52:53 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-01-12-sysk-organ-donation.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, organ donation, brain death, organ procurement organization 00:35:41 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. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-01-07-sysk-mercenaries.mp3 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 Should Know. Thu, 07 Jan 2010 15:18:05 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-01-07-sysk-mercenaries.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, mercenaries, soldier of fortune, mercenary, Blackwater 00:29:08 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 Should Know. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-01-05-sysk-noodling.mp3 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 Should Know. Tue, 05 Jan 2010 11:55:50 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2010-01-05-sysk-noodling.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, noodling, hand fishing, okie noodling 00:28:08 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 Should Know. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-12-31-sysk-human-experimentation.mp3 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 experimentation. Thu, 31 Dec 2009 10:24:42 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-12-31-sysk-human-experimentation.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, human experimentation, resurrection men, grave robber 00:27:13 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 experimentation. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-12-29-sysk-pirates.mp3 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 its successors -- in this episode. Tue, 29 Dec 2009 11:53:14 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-12-29-sysk-pirates.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, piracy, golden age, somali pirates 00:32:31 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 its successors -- in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-12-24-sysk-christmas.mp3 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 the holiday's evolution in this episode. Thu, 24 Dec 2009 10:49:55 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-12-24-sysk-christmas.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, christmas, christmas history 00:27:31 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 the holiday's evolution in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-12-22-sysk-concussions-early-death.mp3 In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck discuss the origins and complications of concussions, injuries in which the brain comes into contact with the skull. Tue, 22 Dec 2009 09:39:03 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-12-22-sysk-concussions-early-death.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, concussions, concussions complications, concussions early death 00:26:46 In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck discuss the origins and complications of concussions, injuries in which the brain comes into contact with the skull. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-12-17-sysk-kleptomania.mp3 In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck discuss kleptomania, a disorder in which people have an overwhelming impulse to steal unnecessary items. Thu, 17 Dec 2009 12:21:39 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-12-17-sysk-kleptomania.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, kleptomania, shoplifting, kleptiomaniac, impulse control disorder 00:25:23 In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck discuss kleptomania, a disorder in which people have an overwhelming impulse to steal unnecessary items. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-12-15-sysk-narco-states.mp3 In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck discuss Narco States, places where illegal drugs are traded openly with government approval -- or without government interference. Tue, 15 Dec 2009 13:28:46 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-12-15-sysk-narco-states.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, narco states, drug trafficking, 00:30:57 In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck discuss Narco States, places where illegal drugs are traded openly with government approval -- or without government interference. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-12-10-sysk-hells-angels.mp3 In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck discuss the notorious Hells Angels Motorcycle Club, more commonly referred to as the Hells Angels. Thu, 10 Dec 2009 13:16:47 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-12-10-sysk-hells-angels.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, hells angels, sonny barger, full patch member 00:34:30 In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck discuss the notorious Hells Angels Motorcycle Club, more commonly referred to as the Hells Angels. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-12-08-sysk-large-hadron-collider.mp3 In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck discuss the Large Hadron Collider, from its purpose and origins to how likely it is to wipe out all life in the universe. Tue, 08 Dec 2009 13:50:52 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-12-08-sysk-large-hadron-collider.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, large hadron collider, CERN 00:34:41 In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck discuss the Large Hadron Collider, from its purpose and origins to how likely it is to wipe out all life in the universe. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-12-03-sysk-near-death-experience.mp3 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 to explain near-death experiences in this episode. Thu, 03 Dec 2009 11:22:52 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-12-03-sysk-near-death-experience.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, near-death experiences, Raymond Moody 00:26:07 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 to explain near-death experiences in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-12-01-sysk-food-cravings.mp3 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. Tue, 01 Dec 2009 11:20:36 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-12-01-sysk-food-cravings.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, food cravings, hypothalamus, ghrelin, leptin 00:28:54 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. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-11-26-sysk-hostage-negotiation.mp3 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 people refuse to negotiate. Thu, 26 Nov 2009 18:41:04 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-11-26-sysk-hostage-negotiation.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, hostage negotiation, initial phase, stand-off phase, hostage 00:27:57 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 people refuse to negotiate. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-11-24-sysk-mutual-assured-destruction.mp3 In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck discuss nuclear proliferation, nuclear parity and the Cold War strategic doctrine called Mutual Assured Destruction. Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:10:32 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-11-24-sysk-mutual-assured-destruction.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, mutual assured destruction, Cold War, nuclear proliferation 00:24:15 In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck discuss nuclear proliferation, nuclear parity and the Cold War strategic doctrine called Mutual Assured Destruction. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-11-19-sysk-unusual-town-festivals.mp3 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. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:06:41 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-11-19-sysk-unusual-town-festivals.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, odd town festivals, punkin chunkin, la tomatina 00:26:30 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. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-11-17-sysk-totem-poles.mp3 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, symbolism and history of totem poles. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 10:43:44 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-11-17-sysk-totem-poles.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, totem poles, Haida tribe, tlingit, potlatch 00:20:37 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, symbolism and history of totem poles. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-11-12-sysk-population.mp3 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 this episode. Thu, 12 Nov 2009 13:38:12 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-11-12-sysk-population.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, population, demographics, census, population control, ennumerator 00:27:55 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 this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-11-10-sysk-future-crime-database.mp3 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 work -- and why they were built -- in this episode. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 13:14:41 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-11-10-sysk-future-crime-database.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, future crime database, 00:28:03 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 work -- and why they were built -- in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-11-05-sysk-product-placement.mp3 In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck take a look at the advertising practice of product placement, from its origins to different types to classic examples in film and television. Thu, 05 Nov 2009 11:36:15 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-11-05-sysk-product-placement.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, product placement, ET reese's pieces 00:33:17 In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck take a look at the advertising practice of product placement, from its origins to different types to classic examples in film and television. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-11-03-sysk-remember-being-born.mp3 Some people have memories of very early childhood, but how far back can you go? Is it possible to remember your own birth? Josh and Chuck are on the case in this episode of Stuff You Should Know. Tue, 03 Nov 2009 11:56:48 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-11-03-sysk-remember-being-born.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, can you remember being born? childhood amnesia 00:26:09 Some people have memories of very early childhood, but how far back can you go? Is it possible to remember your own birth? Josh and Chuck are on the case in this episode of Stuff You Should Know. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-10-29-sysk-jack-the-ripper.mp3 In this Halloween episode, Josh and Chuck go way back to late 19th century London to examine the grisly details of the Jack the Ripper murders. They also discuss Ripperology, Jack the Ripper suspects and theories, and the legacy of the murders. Thu, 29 Oct 2009 10:46:08 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-10-29-sysk-jack-the-ripper.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, jack the ripper, London, East End, ripperology 00:39:32 In this Halloween episode, Josh and Chuck go way back to late 19th century London to examine the grisly details of the Jack the Ripper murders. They also discuss Ripperology, Jack the Ripper suspects and theories, and the legacy of the murders. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-10-27-sysk-witness-protection.mp3 The Witness Protection Program, or the Witness Security Program, was established in 1970 to protect government witnesses before, during and after a trial. Learn more about witness protection in this episode of Stuff You Should Know. Tue, 27 Oct 2009 11:16:54 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-10-27-sysk-witness-protection.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, witness protection, WITSEC, witness relocation, US marshals 00:26:42 The Witness Protection Program, or the Witness Security Program, was established in 1970 to protect government witnesses before, during and after a trial. Learn more about witness protection in this episode of Stuff You Should Know. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-10-22-sysk-cannon-ball-run.mp3 The Cannon Ball Run is a cross-country car race famously portrayed in the campy 1981 movie "Cannon Ball Run." But it isn't fictional. Tune in as Josh and Chuck take you on a wild ride through the real (and colorful) history of this infamous race. Thu, 22 Oct 2009 11:57:34 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-10-22-sysk-cannon-ball-run.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, cannon ball run, brock yates, burt reynolds 00:30:41 The Cannon Ball Run is a cross-country car race famously portrayed in the campy 1981 movie "Cannon Ball Run." But it isn't fictional. Tune in as Josh and Chuck take you on a wild ride through the real (and colorful) history of this infamous race. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-10-20-sysk-one-child.mp3 China's one-child policy, implemented in 1979, was designed to limit population growth. In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck examine the policy's surprising origins, impact on Chinese culture, and pros and cons. Tue, 20 Oct 2009 12:34:07 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-10-20-sysk-one-child.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, one child policy, China's one child policy 00:25:06 China's one-child policy, implemented in 1979, was designed to limit population growth. In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck examine the policy's surprising origins, impact on Chinese culture, and pros and cons. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-10-15-sysk-hangover.mp3 After a night of heavy boozing, many partygoers find themselves the victim of a hangover. But what exactly is a hangover, and what causes it? Join Chuck and Josh as they break down the science behind hangovers -- and how to avoid them -- in this podcast. Thu, 15 Oct 2009 14:02:07 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-10-15-sysk-hangover.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, hangover, how a hangover works 00:31:46 After a night of heavy boozing, many partygoers find themselves the victim of a hangover. But what exactly is a hangover, and what causes it? Join Chuck and Josh as they break down the science behind hangovers -- and how to avoid them -- in this podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-10-13-sysk-history-house.mp3 Ever wondered about the history of your house? In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck give listeners some pointers on determining the history of a house. Tue, 13 Oct 2009 12:41:17 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-10-13-sysk-history-house.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, house history, sanborn map, microfiche 00:26:01 Ever wondered about the history of your house? In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck give listeners some pointers on determining the history of a house. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-10-08-sysk-first-americans.mp3 Columbus is often touted as the "discoverer" of the Americas, he wasn't the first to set foot on American soil by a long shot. Tune in as Josh and Chuck dig deep into the history -- and mystery -- of the first American inhabitants in this podcast. Thu, 08 Oct 2009 11:37:48 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-10-08-sysk-first-americans.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, first Americans, Columbus, Clovis, Monteverde, archaeology 00:29:49 Columbus is often touted as the "discoverer" of the Americas, he wasn't the first to set foot on American soil by a long shot. Tune in as Josh and Chuck dig deep into the history -- and mystery -- of the first American inhabitants in this podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-10-06-sysk-health-care-systems-around-world.mp3 In this final installment of their 4-part suite on health care, Josh, Chuck and Molly take a tour of health care systems around the world, from France to Switzerland. Tue, 06 Oct 2009 13:31:10 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-10-06-sysk-health-care-systems-around-world.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, world health care systems, global health care 00:31:53 In this final installment of their 4-part suite on health care, Josh, Chuck and Molly take a tour of health care systems around the world, from France to Switzerland. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-10-01-sysk-bhutan-gross-national-happiness.mp3 How do you measure happiness? How do you measure it on a national scale? Tune in as Josh and Chuck discuss Bhutan's Gross National Happiness index in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Thu, 01 Oct 2009 10:52:21 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-10-01-sysk-bhutan-gross-national-happiness.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, gross national happiness, bhutan 00:33:01 How do you measure happiness? How do you measure it on a national scale? Tune in as Josh and Chuck discuss Bhutan's Gross National Happiness index in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-09-29-sysk-health-care-reform-myths.mp3 In this third episode of Stuff You Should Know's health care reform series, Josh and Chuck -- and special guest Molly Edmonds -- sort through the myths, rumors and truths behind President Obama's proposed health care plan. Tue, 29 Sep 2009 14:48:55 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-09-29-sysk-health-care-reform-myths.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, health care reform myths, Obama health care 00:34:40 In this third episode of Stuff You Should Know's health care reform series, Josh and Chuck -- and special guest Molly Edmonds -- sort through the myths, rumors and truths behind President Obama's proposed health care plan. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-09-24-sysk-zombies.mp3 In movies and stories, zombies are undead menaces that lurch around mindlessly, in search of flesh -- and braaaaaains! Where did the idea for zombies originate? Do they exist outside of fiction? Tune in to this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com to find out. Thu, 24 Sep 2009 11:25:02 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-09-24-sysk-zombies.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, zombies, Haiti zombies, George Romero, brains 00:36:15 In movies and stories, zombies are undead menaces that lurch around mindlessly, in search of flesh -- and braaaaaains! Where did the idea for zombies originate? Do they exist outside of fiction? Tune in to this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com to find out. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-09-22-sysk-health-care-reform-obama.mp3 In this special episode of Stuff You Should know, the second of a four-part series, Josh and Chuck -- and a special guest -- discuss President Obama's proposed health care plan in detail. Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:32:28 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-09-22-sysk-health-care-reform-obama.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, health care reform, obama health care reform 00:28:58 In this special episode of Stuff You Should know, the second of a four-part series, Josh and Chuck -- and a special guest -- discuss President Obama's proposed health care plan in detail. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-09-17-sysk-dogs-perceive-time.mp3 A dog that knows exactly when its owners will arrive home every day seems to have a human perception of time, but in fact, they perceive time very differently than we do. Find out more about how dogs view time in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Thu, 17 Sep 2009 10:58:45 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-09-17-sysk-dogs-perceive-time.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, dogs perceive time, dogs time, instinct 00:25:38 A dog that knows exactly when its owners will arrive home every day seems to have a human perception of time, but in fact, they perceive time very differently than we do. Find out more about how dogs view time in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-09-15-sysk-health-care-us-now.mp3 The United States is abuzz with talk of health care reform, but why does the system need repairs in the first place? Josh and Chuck explore how the current American health care system works (and doesn't) in this episode, the first in a four-part series. Tue, 15 Sep 2009 14:52:22 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-09-15-sysk-health-care-us-now.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, United States healthcare, us healthcare, insurance industry 00:30:53 The United States is abuzz with talk of health care reform, but why does the system need repairs in the first place? Josh and Chuck explore how the current American health care system works (and doesn't) in this episode, the first in a four-part series. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-09-10-sysk-microlending.mp3 Microlending is a practice that provides funds for entrepreneurs in developing countries who couldn't normally get loans. Tune in as Josh and Chuck discuss the pros and cons of microlending in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Thu, 10 Sep 2009 11:29:31 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-09-10-sysk-microlending.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, microlending, nobel prize, Muhammad Yunus, loan sharks 00:27:23 Microlending is a practice that provides funds for entrepreneurs in developing countries who couldn't normally get loans. Tune in as Josh and Chuck discuss the pros and cons of microlending in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-09-08-sysk-geocaching.mp3 Armed with only a GPS and a sense of adventure, geocachers use their wits to locate containers across the world. Join Chuck and Josh as they explore the history, practice and strange origin of geocaching in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Tue, 08 Sep 2009 12:51:28 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-09-08-sysk-geocaching.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, geocaching, locating containers, gps 00:27:36 Armed with only a GPS and a sense of adventure, geocachers use their wits to locate containers across the world. Join Chuck and Josh as they explore the history, practice and strange origin of geocaching in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-09-03-sysk-ig-nobel-prize.mp3 Each year, the Ig Nobel Prize is awarded to researchers for unusual -- and generally humorous -- contributions to science. Tune in as Josh and Chuck discuss the highlights of this unique awards ceremony in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Thu, 03 Sep 2009 12:44:50 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-09-03-sysk-ig-nobel-prize.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, Ig Nobel Prize, Ig Nobel awards 00:23:14 Each year, the Ig Nobel Prize is awarded to researchers for unusual -- and generally humorous -- contributions to science. Tune in as Josh and Chuck discuss the highlights of this unique awards ceremony in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-09-01-sysk-us-dependent-cars.mp3 Today, automobiles are undoubtedly the dominant form of transportation in the United States, but that wasn't always the case. Join Josh and Chuck as they explore the history of public transportation and automobiles in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Tue, 01 Sep 2009 11:42:43 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-09-01-sysk-us-dependent-cars.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, U.S. dependent on cars, public transportation 00:30:35 Today, automobiles are undoubtedly the dominant form of transportation in the United States, but that wasn't always the case. Join Josh and Chuck as they explore the history of public transportation and automobiles in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-08-27-sysk-muppets.mp3 Jim Henson's Muppets, including the beloved Kermit the Frog, first came to life in the mid-1950s. Join Josh and Chuck as they explore the history and nitty gritty details of the world's most famous puppets in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Thu, 27 Aug 2009 13:14:21 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-08-27-sysk-muppets.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, muppets, Jim Henson 00:32:10 Jim Henson's Muppets, including the beloved Kermit the Frog, first came to life in the mid-1950s. Join Josh and Chuck as they explore the history and nitty gritty details of the world's most famous puppets in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-08-25-sysk-steal-nuclear-bomb.mp3 Nuclear weapons are extremely well guarded, so stealing one would be quite tricky. Join Josh and Chuck as they discuss nabbing nuclear weapons, and some surprising facts about nuclear accidents, in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Tue, 25 Aug 2009 11:11:53 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-08-25-sysk-steal-nuclear-bomb.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, steal nuclear bomb, uranium, plutonium, enriched, depleted 00:26:02 Nuclear weapons are extremely well guarded, so stealing one would be quite tricky. Join Josh and Chuck as they discuss nabbing nuclear weapons, and some surprising facts about nuclear accidents, in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-08-20-sysk-necronomicon.mp3 H.P. Lovecraft's strange, elaborate stories and mythologies have inspired a devoted following. Join Josh and Chuck -- and a special guest -- as they discuss Lovecraft's most famous creation, the "Necronomicon," in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Thu, 20 Aug 2009 10:30:17 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-08-20-sysk-necronomicon.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, necronomicon, H.P. Lovecraft, weird fiction, Cthulu 00:29:57 H.P. Lovecraft's strange, elaborate stories and mythologies have inspired a devoted following. Join Josh and Chuck -- and a special guest -- as they discuss Lovecraft's most famous creation, the "Necronomicon," in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-08-18-sysk-sarcopania.mp3 Sarcopenia is a form of muscle loss and coordination associated with aging. Luckily, a little extra effort can prevent its onset. Tune in to learn more about sarcopenia -- and how to prevent it -- in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Tue, 18 Aug 2009 10:46:11 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-08-18-sysk-sarcopania.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, sarcopenia, resistance training 00:24:34 Sarcopenia is a form of muscle loss and coordination associated with aging. Luckily, a little extra effort can prevent its onset. Tune in to learn more about sarcopenia -- and how to prevent it -- in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-08-13-sysk-fluoride-stupid.mp3 Fluoride is a common additive in toothpaste and the water supply of some countries. It's purportedly good for dental health, but some evidence suggests that it's actually harmful. Discover the dark side of fluoride in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Thu, 13 Aug 2009 14:31:26 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-08-13-sysk-fluoride-stupid.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, fluoride conspiracy, fluoride harmful, fluoride stupid 00:26:26 Fluoride is a common additive in toothpaste and the water supply of some countries. It's purportedly good for dental health, but some evidence suggests that it's actually harmful. Discover the dark side of fluoride in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-08-11-sysk-japanese-stragglers.mp3 During World War II, Japanese soldiers adopted a version of the samurai code of honor. Fiercely commited to this ideology, some continued to fight even after the war ended. Learn more about these "stragglers" in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Tue, 11 Aug 2009 10:32:54 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-08-11-sysk-japanese-stragglers.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, Japanese stragglers, bushido, kamikaze, samurai 00:29:51 During World War II, Japanese soldiers adopted a version of the samurai code of honor. Fiercely commited to this ideology, some continued to fight even after the war ended. Learn more about these "stragglers" in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-08-06-sysk-competitive-eating.mp3 Competitive eating is a modern "sport" that's very popular in the United States. Join Josh and Chuck as they delve into the fascinatingly gross world of competitive eating in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Thu, 06 Aug 2009 12:27:38 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-08-06-sysk-competitive-eating.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, competitive eating, IFOCE, Joey Chestnut, Kobayashi 00:28:47 Competitive eating is a modern "sport" that's very popular in the United States. Join Josh and Chuck as they delve into the fascinatingly gross world of competitive eating in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-08-04-sysk-agent-orange.mp3 Agent Orange was a potent herbicide used by the U.S. government during the Vietnam War. Learn more about the origins, use and devastating side effects of Agent Orange in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Tue, 04 Aug 2009 09:45:23 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-08-04-sysk-agent-orange.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, Agent Orange, herbicide, dioxin poisoning, Vietnam War 00:25:24 Agent Orange was a potent herbicide used by the U.S. government during the Vietnam War. Learn more about the origins, use and devastating side effects of Agent Orange in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-07-30-sysk-whale-sharks.mp3 Whale sharks are the biggest fish in the ocean. Tune in as Josh and Chuck discuss these gentle giants, and recount their experiences swimming with them in the Georgia Aquarium, in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Thu, 30 Jul 2009 10:04:47 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-07-30-sysk-whale-sharks.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, whale sharks, georgia aquarium 00:27:09 Whale sharks are the biggest fish in the ocean. Tune in as Josh and Chuck discuss these gentle giants, and recount their experiences swimming with them in the Georgia Aquarium, in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-07-28-sysk-altoids-tinnovators.mp3 Tinnovators are folks who come up with new and innovative ways to use old Altoids mint tins. Learn about some of these "tinnovators" and their art in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Tue, 28 Jul 2009 10:51:20 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-07-28-sysk-altoids-tinnovators.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, altoids tinnovators, King George, Jake Von Slatt, 00:24:19 Tinnovators are folks who come up with new and innovative ways to use old Altoids mint tins. Learn about some of these "tinnovators" and their art in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-07-23-sysk-three-gross-parasites.mp3 There are some pretty disgusting parasites out there, but Josh and Chuck have settled on three particularly gross ones. Tune in to learn more about flesh-eating parasites, guinea worms and tapeworms in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Thu, 23 Jul 2009 12:12:26 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-07-23-sysk-three-gross-parasites.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, leishmaniasis, flesh-eating bacteria, guinea worms, tapeworms 00:28:34 There are some pretty disgusting parasites out there, but Josh and Chuck have settled on three particularly gross ones. Tune in to learn more about flesh-eating parasites, guinea worms and tapeworms in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-07-21-sysk-stupid-people-happier.mp3 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 podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Tue, 21 Jul 2009 10:23:37 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-07-21-sysk-stupid-people-happier.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, are stupid people happier, positive psychology 00:21:39 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 podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-07-16-sysk-body-farm.mp3 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. Thu, 16 Jul 2009 10:01:13 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-07-16-sysk-body-farm.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, body farm, corpses, science 00:25:50 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. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-07-14-sysk-toxoplasma.mp3 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 -- in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Tue, 14 Jul 2009 10:34:08 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-07-14-sysk-toxoplasma.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, toxoplasma, cat poop, rats, delayed reaction time 00:25:18 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 -- in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-07-09-sysk-twinkies.mp3 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 HowStuffWorks.com. Thu, 09 Jul 2009 10:10:50 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-07-09-sysk-twinkies.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, twinkies, James Dewar, preservatives, Hostess 00:25:08 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 HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-07-07-sysk-brainwashing.mp3 Brainwashing is an extreme form of "thought reform," but does it actually work? Tune in to this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com to find out. Tue, 07 Jul 2009 10:35:01 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-07-07-sysk-brainwashing.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, brainwashing, thought reform, Edward Hunter 00:33:07 Brainwashing is an extreme form of "thought reform," but does it actually work? Tune in to this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com to find out. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-07-02-sysk-hypermiling-save-gas.mp3 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 works in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Thu, 02 Jul 2009 10:12:46 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-07-02-sysk-hypermiling-save-gas.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, hypermiling, save gas, EPA 00:23:54 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 works in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-06-30-sysk-earthquakes.mp3 What makes the earth quake? Join Josh and Chuck as they explore the science and history of earthquakes in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Tue, 30 Jun 2009 10:23:04 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-06-30-sysk-earthquakes.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, earthquakes, pangaea, Alfred Wegner, plate tectonics 00:32:38 What makes the earth quake? Join Josh and Chuck as they explore the science and history of earthquakes in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-06-25-sysk-body-dysmorphic-disorder.mp3 People who suffer from body dysmorphic disorder have a distorted, unhealthy view of their bodies. Learn more about this compulsive disorder in the following podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Thu, 25 Jun 2009 14:09:14 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-06-25-sysk-body-dysmorphic-disorder.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, body dysmorphic disorder 00:24:02 People who suffer from body dysmorphic disorder have a distorted, unhealthy view of their bodies. Learn more about this compulsive disorder in the following podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-06-23-sysk-lucid-dreaming.mp3 In a lucid dream, the sleeper is aware that he or she is in a dream state. Does that mean you can control these dreams? Where did this concept come from? Tune in to this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com to find out more about lucid dreaming. Tue, 23 Jun 2009 10:15:49 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-06-23-sysk-lucid-dreaming.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, lucid dreaming, control, dreams, nine dreams 00:25:58 In a lucid dream, the sleeper is aware that he or she is in a dream state. Does that mean you can control these dreams? Where did this concept come from? Tune in to this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com to find out more about lucid dreaming. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-06-18-sysk-peter-principle.mp3 The Peter Principle describes how workers who excel in bureaucratic systems are promoted until they reach their level of incompetence. Learn more about the Peter Principle in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Thu, 18 Jun 2009 11:07:24 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-06-18-sysk-peter-principle.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, peter principle, promotion, incompetence 00:23:23 The Peter Principle describes how workers who excel in bureaucratic systems are promoted until they reach their level of incompetence. Learn more about the Peter Principle in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-06-16-sysk-three-innovations.mp3 The world's problems necessitate innovative solutions. Listen in as Josh and Chuck propose some innovations, from teleportation to an international language, that the world needs right now in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Tue, 16 Jun 2009 11:12:33 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-06-16-sysk-three-innovations.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, three innovations, teleportation, international language, innovator 00:26:05 The world's problems necessitate innovative solutions. Listen in as Josh and Chuck propose some innovations, from teleportation to an international language, that the world needs right now in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-06-11-sysk-carbon-capture-storage.mp3 Carbon capture and storage is a way to filter excess carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and store it. Tune in as Josh and Chuck discuss various methods of carbon capture and storage in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Thu, 11 Jun 2009 12:54:03 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-06-11-sysk-carbon-capture-storage.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, carbon capture, storage, combustion, ocean, earth 00:29:58 Carbon capture and storage is a way to filter excess carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and store it. Tune in as Josh and Chuck discuss various methods of carbon capture and storage in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-06-09-sysk-nikola-tesla-energy.mp3 Many people associate Thomas Edison with the invention of electricity, but Nikola Tesla heavily shaped the electrical system we still use today. Get the dirt on the electricity wars between Edison and Tesla in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Tue, 09 Jun 2009 11:25:12 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-06-09-sysk-nikola-tesla-energy.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, Nikola Tesla, alternating current, direct current, Edison 00:25:58 Many people associate Thomas Edison with the invention of electricity, but Nikola Tesla heavily shaped the electrical system we still use today. Get the dirt on the electricity wars between Edison and Tesla in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-06-04-sysk-biohydrocarbons.mp3 Hydrocarbons are simple compounds that help fuel the modern world, but they're not really a sustainable resource. Explore new energy solutions, starting with biohydrocarbons, in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Thu, 04 Jun 2009 12:05:08 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-06-04-sysk-biohydrocarbons.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, biohydrocarbons, hydrocarbons, energy, ethanol, plants, fuel, sustainable resource 00:24:27 Hydrocarbons are simple compounds that help fuel the modern world, but they're not really a sustainable resource. Explore new energy solutions, starting with biohydrocarbons, in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-06-02-sysk-brownfield.mp3 The EPA defines a brownfield as land that is abandoned because redevelopment is complicated by possible environmental contamination. Tune in as Chuck and Josh examine the process of redeveloping a brownfield in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Tue, 02 Jun 2009 12:11:48 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-06-02-sysk-brownfield.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, brownfield remediation, brownfield, EPA 00:18:08 The EPA defines a brownfield as land that is abandoned because redevelopment is complicated by possible environmental contamination. Tune in as Chuck and Josh examine the process of redeveloping a brownfield in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-05-28-sysk-spontaneous-human-combustion.mp3 Scientists have proven that spontaneous combustion, or burning without an external ignition source, can occur in some objects. But what about human beings? Tune in and learn more about spontaneous human combustion in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Thu, 28 May 2009 11:06:13 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-05-28-sysk-spontaneous-human-combustion.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, spontaneous human combustion, stuff you should know, spontaneous combustion 00:19:55 Scientists have proven that spontaneous combustion, or burning without an external ignition source, can occur in some objects. But what about human beings? Tune in and learn more about spontaneous human combustion in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-05-26-sysk-propaganda.mp3 Propaganda, a persuasion tactic typically associated with deception, has been around for centuries. Explore the history of propaganda -- and learn how to spot it -- in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Tue, 26 May 2009 13:50:27 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-05-26-sysk-propaganda.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, propaganda, congregation, Gregory, deception 00:34:26 Propaganda, a persuasion tactic typically associated with deception, has been around for centuries. Explore the history of propaganda -- and learn how to spot it -- in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-05-21-sysk-animals-sixth-sense.mp3 People have long believed that animals have mysterious powers of prediction. Do animals really have a sixth sense? Explore the fascinating subject of psychic animals in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Thu, 21 May 2009 10:15:43 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-05-21-sysk-animals-sixth-sense.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, animals, sixth sense,animal psychics 00:20:35 People have long believed that animals have mysterious powers of prediction. Do animals really have a sixth sense? Explore the fascinating subject of psychic animals in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-05-19-sysk-lobotomies.mp3 Lobotomies -- brain surgeries to relieve psychiatric problems -- are rarely performed today, but they were once fairly common. Tune in to learn more about the controversial history and practice of lobotomies in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Tue, 19 May 2009 12:03:33 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-05-19-sysk-lobotomies.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, lobotomies, frontal lobes, psychosurgery, brain surgery, lobotomy 00:32:16 Lobotomies -- brain surgeries to relieve psychiatric problems -- are rarely performed today, but they were once fairly common. Tune in to learn more about the controversial history and practice of lobotomies in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-05-14-sysk-local-or-organic.mp3 These days, shopping for food can pose a dilemma. Should you buy regular, organic or local food? Check out this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com to hear Josh and Chuck discuss whether it's better to buy local or organic food. Thu, 14 May 2009 10:53:14 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-05-14-sysk-local-or-organic.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, local, organic, big organic, locovore, co-op, CSA 00:26:29 These days, shopping for food can pose a dilemma. Should you buy regular, organic or local food? Check out this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com to hear Josh and Chuck discuss whether it's better to buy local or organic food. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-05-12-sysk-rigor-mortis.mp3 If you've ever watched a crime drama, you know that bodies get stiff after death. But why? Explore the biochemistry behind rigor mortis in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Tue, 12 May 2009 12:38:33 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-05-12-sysk-rigor-mortis.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, rigor mortis, stiff, muscles, chemical reaction, autolysis 00:19:44 If you've ever watched a crime drama, you know that bodies get stiff after death. But why? Explore the biochemistry behind rigor mortis in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-05-07-sysk-exploding-lakes.mp3 Lakes are usually tranquil bodies of water, but in rare instances, they can be deadly. Tune in to this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com to hear Josh and Chuck discuss lakes that have exploded -- and the factors that create a killer lake. Thu, 07 May 2009 08:23:31 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-05-07-sysk-exploding-lakes.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, exploding lake, carbon dioxide, Africa, landslide, earthquake 00:23:56 Lakes are usually tranquil bodies of water, but in rare instances, they can be deadly. Tune in to this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com to hear Josh and Chuck discuss lakes that have exploded -- and the factors that create a killer lake. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-05-05-sysk-human-body-hair.mp3 Humans aren't truly naked apes, but other primates put us to shame when it comes to body hair. Why? Tune in to hear Josh and Chuck discuss the theories and hypotheses behind human hair growth and distribution. Tue, 05 May 2009 06:48:27 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-05-05-sysk-human-body-hair.mp3 stuffpodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Should Know) no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, human, body hair, follicle, keratin, dead, hypertrichosis 00:21:29 Humans aren't truly naked apes, but other primates put us to shame when it comes to body hair. Why? Tune in to hear Josh and Chuck discuss the theories and hypotheses behind human hair growth and distribution. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-04-30-sysk-credit-default-swaps.mp3 In theory, credit default swaps are simply insurance against failed investments. In reality, these swaps can quickly get complicated. Tune in to this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com to hear Josh and Chuck demystify credit default swaps. Society & Culture Thu, 30 Apr 2009 07:31:00 -0400 podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-04-30-sysk-credit-default-swaps.mp3 00:21:39 no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, credit default swaps, debt, derivative, financial instruments In theory, credit default swaps are simply insurance against failed investments. In reality, these swaps can quickly get complicated. Tune in to this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com to hear Josh and Chuck demystify credit default swaps. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-04-28-sysk-high-fructose-corn-syrup.mp3 High fructose corn syrup gets a bad rap, but is it deserved? Tune in as Josh and Chuck discuss the origins of this ubiquitous sweetener -- and why it's not so sweet for your health -- in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Society & Culture Tue, 28 Apr 2009 07:31:00 -0400 podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-04-28-sysk-high-fructose-corn-syrup.mp3 00:17:54 no howstuffworks, sysk, high fructose corn syrup, sucrose, fructose, corn, diabetes, insulin, organic High fructose corn syrup gets a bad rap, but is it deserved? Tune in as Josh and Chuck discuss the origins of this ubiquitous sweetener -- and why it's not so sweet for your health -- in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-04-23-sysk-face-transplants.mp3 Believe it or not, scientists and doctors have discovered a way to transplant part -- or all -- of a face from one person to another. Tune in to this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com to learn more about the astonishing practice of face transplants. Society & Culture Thu, 23 Apr 2009 10:05:00 -0400 podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-04-23-sysk-face-transplants.mp3 00:23:53 no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, face transplant, face transplants, transplants Believe it or not, scientists and doctors have discovered a way to transplant part -- or all -- of a face from one person to another. Tune in to this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com to learn more about the astonishing practice of face transplants. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-04-21-sysk-money-to-live.mp3 How much money does a person or a family need to live? Josh and Chuck are curious to find out, too. Tune in to this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com to discover how needs, wants and peer pressure affect the amount of money we need to live. Society & Culture Tue, 21 Apr 2009 11:51:00 -0400 podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-04-21-sysk-money-to-live.mp3 00:22:38 no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, cost of living, affordability, income versus debt How much money does a person or a family need to live? Josh and Chuck are curious to find out, too. Tune in to this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com to discover how needs, wants and peer pressure affect the amount of money we need to live. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-04-16-sysk-toads-cause-warts.mp3 Toads have a reputation as wart-spreaders, but they're not actually to blame for the unsightly growths. Viruses are. Tune in to this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com to get the skinny on toads, warts and viruses. Society & Culture Thu, 16 Apr 2009 08:05:00 -0400 podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-04-16-sysk-toads-cause-warts.mp3 00:22:50 no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, toads, cane toads, warts, glands, HPV, WIG, virus Toads have a reputation as wart-spreaders, but they're not actually to blame for the unsightly growths. Viruses are. Tune in to this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com to get the skinny on toads, warts and viruses. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-04-14-sysk-money-laundering.mp3 Money laundering -- the practice of disguising illegal funds -- can be domestic or international in nature. Join Josh and Chuck as they take a look at the history, practice and future of money laundering in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Society & Culture Tue, 14 Apr 2009 10:30:00 -0400 podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-04-14-sysk-money-laundering.mp3 00:27:20 no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, money laundering, how money laundering works Money laundering -- the practice of disguising illegal funds -- can be domestic or international in nature. Join Josh and Chuck as they take a look at the history, practice and future of money laundering in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-04-09-sysk-ponzi-schemes.mp3 There's been a lot in the news about Ponzi schemes lately. How do they work? And who's Ponzi? Check out this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com to discover how an Italian immigrant created a classic con that's still fleecing investors today. Society & Culture Thu, 09 Apr 2009 11:50:00 -0400 podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-04-09-sysk-ponzi-schemes.mp3 00:26:50 no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, Ponzi schemes, Charles Ponzi, investors, returns, Madoff There's been a lot in the news about Ponzi schemes lately. How do they work? And who's Ponzi? Check out this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com to discover how an Italian immigrant created a classic con that's still fleecing investors today. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-04-07-sysk-old-unhealthy.mp3 You'd think that centenarians -- people age 100 and older -- would owe their longevity to healthy habits, but that's not always the case. Tune in to this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com to learn more about genes, longevity and unhealthy habits. Society & Culture Tue, 07 Apr 2009 11:55:00 -0400 podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-04-07-sysk-old-unhealthy.mp3 00:25:03 no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, centenarian, unhealthy, genes, SIRT1 gene, apoptosis, foxo3a You'd think that centenarians -- people age 100 and older -- would owe their longevity to healthy habits, but that's not always the case. Tune in to this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com to learn more about genes, longevity and unhealthy habits. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-04-02-sysk-bizarre-ways-to-die.mp3 When it comes to shucking this mortal coil, no two deaths are exactly alike -- and some are truly bizarre. Tune in to this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com to hear Josh and Chuck discuss some of the strangest deaths imaginable. Society & Culture Thu, 02 Apr 2009 14:17:12 -0400 podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-04-02-sysk-bizarre-ways-to-die.mp3 00:23:36 no howstuffworks, brainstuff, traffic light, car, timers, motion, weight, inductive loop, detectors, detect When it comes to shucking this mortal coil, no two deaths are exactly alike -- and some are truly bizarre. Tune in to this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com to hear Josh and Chuck discuss some of the strangest deaths imaginable. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-03-31-sysk-world-end-2012.mp3 According to the Mayan calendar, a new age will begin on December 21, 2012. Will this mean the end of the world, or just a transition? Tune in as Josh and Chuck discuss whether 2012 will be a bad year for the planet or not. Society & Culture Tue, 31 Mar 2009 15:14:55 -0400 podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-03-31-sysk-world-end-2012.mp3 00:22:40 no howstuffworks, brainstuff, traffic light, car, timers, motion, weight, inductive loop, detectors, detect According to the Mayan calendar, a new age will begin on December 21, 2012. Will this mean the end of the world, or just a transition? Tune in as Josh and Chuck discuss whether 2012 will be a bad year for the planet or not. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-03-26-sysk-dead-bodies-mt-everest.mp3 Every year, adventurers brave the elements and attempt to reach the summit of Mount Everest. Yet dangers abound, and more than a hundred bodies litter the mountain. Listen in and learn more about Mount Everest in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Society & Culture Thu, 26 Mar 2009 13:06:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2009/1238072265523hsw-sysk-dead-bodies-mt-everest.mp3 00:24:53 no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, sysk, dead bodies, mount everest, dead bodies on mount everest Every year, adventurers brave the elements and attempt to reach the summit of Mount Everest. Yet dangers abound, and more than a hundred bodies litter the mountain. Listen in and learn more about Mount Everest in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-03-24-sysk-deja-vu.mp3 Does this episode seem strangely familiar? If so, you might be experiencing deja vu, a topic that scientists are beginning to study seriously. Discover the myriad theories about how deja vu works in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Society & Culture Tue, 24 Mar 2009 13:50:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2009/1237902375827hsw-sysk-deja-vu.mp3 00:24:31 no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, deja vu, Boirac, Freud, subliminal, jamais vu Does this episode seem strangely familiar? If so, you might be experiencing deja vu, a topic that scientists are beginning to study seriously. Discover the myriad theories about how deja vu works in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-03-19-sysk-anger-good.mp3 Anger gets a bad rap, but this unpopular emotion can actually be beneficial to us. Tune in to this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com to get Josh and Chuck's entertaining take on why we lose our cool. Society & Culture Thu, 19 Mar 2009 12:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2009/1237407996247hsw-sysk-anger-good.mp3 00:18:50 no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, anger, good, triggers, amygdala, frontal lobe, gentility Anger gets a bad rap, but this unpopular emotion can actually be beneficial to us. Tune in to this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com to get Josh and Chuck's entertaining take on why we lose our cool. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-03-17-sysk-microexpressions.mp3 Microexpressions are brief facial cues that reveal a person's true intentions. Listen in as Chuck and Josh discuss the subtle art of reading faces in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Society & Culture Tue, 17 Mar 2009 18:07:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2009/1236975420261hsw-sysk-microexpressions.mp3 00:17:19 no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, microexpressions, facial, cues, expressions, face blindness, prosopagnosia Microexpressions are brief facial cues that reveal a person's true intentions. Listen in as Chuck and Josh discuss the subtle art of reading faces in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-03-12-sysk-aphrodesiacs.mp3 For thousands of years humankind has pursued the enhancement of sexual pleasure and performance through a plethora of medicines and practices -- but how many aphrodisiacs actually work? Listen and find out in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Society & Culture Thu, 12 Mar 2009 12:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2009/1236369132971hsw-sysk-aphrodesiacs.mp3 00:22:05 no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, aphrodisiac, do aphrodisiacs work, For thousands of years humankind has pursued the enhancement of sexual pleasure and performance through a plethora of medicines and practices -- but how many aphrodisiacs actually work? Listen and find out in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-03-10-sysk-who-owns-oceans.mp3 International waters cover 71% of the Earth's surface, and a separate set of laws and regulations govern human activity on the seas. But who actually owns the oceans? Listen and find out in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Society & Culture Tue, 10 Mar 2009 12:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2009/1236369067530hsw-sysk-who-owns-oceans.mp3 00:22:55 no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, maritime law, who owns the ocean, ocean ownership International waters cover 71% of the Earth's surface, and a separate set of laws and regulations govern human activity on the seas. But who actually owns the oceans? Listen and find out in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-03-05-sysk-alien-hands.mp3 When a person has alien hand syndrome, his or her hand can move involuntarily, and seemingly of its own volition. Tune in and learn more about this misunderstood syndrome in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Society & Culture Thu, 05 Mar 2009 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2009/1236194096581hsw-sysk-alien-hands.mp3 00:15:24 no howstuffworks, alien hand syndrome, AHS, dr strangelove syndrome, stuff you should know When a person has alien hand syndrome, his or her hand can move involuntarily, and seemingly of its own volition. Tune in and learn more about this misunderstood syndrome in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-03-03-sysk-thinking-cap.mp3 When Allan Snyder discovered that transcranial magnetic stimulation produces strange cognitive changes, he believed he'd stumbled upon a "creativity-amplifying machine." Learn more about the real-life thinking cap in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Society & Culture Tue, 03 Mar 2009 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2009/1236022186680hsw-sysk-thinking-cap.mp3 00:20:15 no howstuffworks, thinking cap, electricity and intelligence, stuff you should know When Allan Snyder discovered that transcranial magnetic stimulation produces strange cognitive changes, he believed he'd stumbled upon a "creativity-amplifying machine." Learn more about the real-life thinking cap in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-02-26-sysk-stop-junk-mail.mp3 Almost no one likes junk mail. It's seen as wasteful, unproductive and -- potentially -- harmful. Listen in as Josh and Chuck take a closer look at the nature and effects of junk mail in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Society & Culture Thu, 26 Feb 2009 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2009/1235161145682hsw-sysk-stop-junk-mail.mp3 00:19:35 no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, junk mail, opt out of junk mail Almost no one likes junk mail. It's seen as wasteful, unproductive and -- potentially -- harmful. Listen in as Josh and Chuck take a closer look at the nature and effects of junk mail in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-02-24-sysk-scared-to-death.mp3 Can a human being be scared to the point of sudden death? Listen in as Chuck and Josh explore the physiological possibilities behind dying of fright in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Society & Culture Tue, 24 Feb 2009 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2009/1235160539158hsw-sysk-scared-to-death.mp3 00:17:36 no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, can people be scared to death, die of fright Can a human being be scared to the point of sudden death? Listen in as Chuck and Josh explore the physiological possibilities behind dying of fright in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-02-19-sysk-go-over-niagra.mp3 Since 1901, about 16 adventurous souls have gone over the falls in search of fame, usually in a barrel or sphere. Tune in as our resident experts take a look at the history of Niagara Falls in this podcast from HowStuffWorks. Society & Culture Thu, 19 Feb 2009 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2009/1234968837740hsw-sysk-go-over-niagra.mp3 00:26:02 no howstuffworks, Niagara falls, stuff you should know, daredevil Niagara falls Since 1901, about 16 adventurous souls have gone over the falls in search of fame, usually in a barrel or sphere. Tune in as our resident experts take a look at the history of Niagara Falls in this podcast from HowStuffWorks. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-02-17-sysk-squatting.mp3 The practice of squatting is usually defined as camping on unused land or moving into an abandoned structure -- and it's more common than you might think. Tune in and learn more about squatting in this podcast from HowStuffWorks. Society & Culture Tue, 17 Feb 2009 17:45:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2009/1234891924040hsw-sysk-squatting.mp3 00:21:03 no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, squatting, squatter's rights, property rights The practice of squatting is usually defined as camping on unused land or moving into an abandoned structure -- and it's more common than you might think. Tune in and learn more about squatting in this podcast from HowStuffWorks. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-02-12-sysk-friday-thirteenth.mp3 What is it about Friday the 13th that gives us the collective willies? Discover the surprising roots of this common superstition -- and what paraskevidekatriaphobia means -- in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Society & Culture Thu, 12 Feb 2009 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2009/1234388619004hsw-sysk-friday-thirteenth.mp3 00:21:06 no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, 13, Friday, Norse, Christian, Horace, Jesus, Harper What is it about Friday the 13th that gives us the collective willies? Discover the surprising roots of this common superstition -- and what paraskevidekatriaphobia means -- in this HowStuffWorks podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-02-10-sysk-food-and-water.mp3 When it comes to survival, food and water are pretty much non-negotiable. How long can you go without them? What happens to your body when you cross that threshold? Lend your ear to this HowStuffWorks podcast to find out. Society & Culture Tue, 10 Feb 2009 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2009/1234215789021hsw-sysk-food-and-water.mp3 00:22:02 no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, food, water, starvation, dehydration, famine, threes, solutes When it comes to survival, food and water are pretty much non-negotiable. How long can you go without them? What happens to your body when you cross that threshold? Lend your ear to this HowStuffWorks podcast to find out. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-02-05-sysk-toy-boat.mp3 If you've ever tried to say "toy boat" three times fast, you'll know that these two words can quickly turn into one tricky tongue twister. But why? Unravel the mysteries of tongue twisters and language in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Society & Culture Thu, 05 Feb 2009 16:16:01 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2009/1233849915581hsw-sysk-toy-boat.mp3 00:17:48 no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, toy boat, tongue twister, phoneme, phonological disorder, lingual fraenulum If you've ever tried to say "toy boat" three times fast, you'll know that these two words can quickly turn into one tricky tongue twister. But why? Unravel the mysteries of tongue twisters and language in this HowStuffWorks podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-02-03-sysk-moon-landing-hoax.mp3 Three decades after the first reported manned lunar landing, some theorists still believe the landing was faked. Check in as Chuck and Josh take a look at the evidence on both sides of the debate in this podcast from HowStuffWorks. Society & Culture Tue, 03 Feb 2009 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2009/1233609739080hsw-sysk-moon-landing-hoax.mp3 00:17:58 no stuff you should know, howstuffworks, moon landing, NASA hoax, moon landing hoax Three decades after the first reported manned lunar landing, some theorists still believe the landing was faked. Check in as Chuck and Josh take a look at the evidence on both sides of the debate in this podcast from HowStuffWorks. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-01-29-sysk-hypoallergenic-cat.mp3 One-third of US cat owners are allergic to cats, resigning themselves to years of suffering and expense on their pet's behalf . Could hypoallergenic cats be the solution these allergic pet-lovers need? Tune in and learn more in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Society & Culture Thu, 29 Jan 2009 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2009/1233171249931hsw-sysk-hypoallergenic-cat.mp3 00:16:29 no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, hypoallergenic cats, hypoallergenic pets, cats, pets One-third of US cat owners are allergic to cats, resigning themselves to years of suffering and expense on their pet's behalf . Could hypoallergenic cats be the solution these allergic pet-lovers need? Tune in and learn more in this HowStuffWorks podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-01-27-sysk-coma.mp3 Several conditions can cause comas, including brain tumors and overdoses. Tune in as the crew discusses the causes and treatments of comas -- including some miraculous recoveries -- in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Society & Culture Tue, 27 Jan 2009 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2009/1233004431505hsw-sysk-coma.mp3 00:24:31 no stuff you should know, sysk, howstuffworks, how stuff works, podcast, coma, comatose Several conditions can cause comas, including brain tumors and overdoses. Tune in as the crew discusses the causes and treatments of comas -- including some miraculous recoveries -- in this HowStuffWorks podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-01-22-sysk-moonshine.mp3 Moonshiners brew illegal alcohol, usually a liquor from corn. In the United States, this practice led to some surprising outcomes -- including the deveopment of NASCAR. Tune in to learn more about moonshine and racing in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Society & Culture Thu, 22 Jan 2009 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2009/1232567748455hsw-sysk-moonshine.mp3 00:24:03 no stuff you should know, howstuffworks, moonshine, bootlegging, moon shine, alcohol, still, brewing, corn liquor Moonshiners brew illegal alcohol, usually a liquor from corn. In the United States, this practice led to some surprising outcomes -- including the deveopment of NASCAR. Tune in to learn more about moonshine and racing in this HowStuffWorks podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-01-20-sysk-recycling-reality.mp3 Recycling has come a long way since its debut -- and so have landfills. In this twofer HowStuffWorks podcast, discover the realities of modern recycling and find out why the world's largest landfill might be more aptly described as an "oceanfill." Society & Culture Tue, 20 Jan 2009 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2009/1232116387639hsw-sysk-recycling-reality.mp3 00:24:18 no howstuffworks, recycling, reality, tipping fee, single stream, gyre, garbage patch, pacific ocean Recycling has come a long way since its debut -- and so have landfills. In this twofer HowStuffWorks podcast, discover the realities of modern recycling and find out why the world's largest landfill might be more aptly described as an "oceanfill." HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-01-15-sysk-redheads.mp3 Redheads are supposedly fiery, passionate people, but is there any truth to these stereotypes? Find out what studies have to say about redheads -- and if they'll really go extinct soon -- in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Society & Culture Thu, 15 Jan 2009 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2009/1231970250116hsw-sysk-redheads.mp3 00:16:50 no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, redheads, sex, shock, anesthesia, extinction, genetics, passionate Redheads are supposedly fiery, passionate people, but is there any truth to these stereotypes? Find out what studies have to say about redheads -- and if they'll really go extinct soon -- in this HowStuffWorks podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-01-13-sysk-urban-explorers.mp3 Urban explorers investigate abandoned structures such as hospitals, grocery stores, warehouses and underground systems. Tune into this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the rules, legality and appeal of this fascinating hobby. Society & Culture Tue, 13 Jan 2009 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2009/1231785949601hsw-sysk-urban-explorers.mp3 00:16:36 no stuff you should know, howstuffworks, urban exploration, urban explorer Urban explorers investigate abandoned structures such as hospitals, grocery stores, warehouses and underground systems. Tune into this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the rules, legality and appeal of this fascinating hobby. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-01-08-sysk-body-armor.mp3 Body armor has used by bodyguards, celebrities and soldiers for thousands of years. Tune into this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn how the constant innovation in weaponry has led to a similar evolution in defense and armor. Society & Culture Thu, 08 Jan 2009 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2009/1231267074262hsw-sysk-body-armor.mp3 00:17:38 no stuff you should know, howstuffworks, body armor, kevlar, spider armor Body armor has used by bodyguards, celebrities and soldiers for thousands of years. Tune into this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn how the constant innovation in weaponry has led to a similar evolution in defense and armor. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-01-06-sysk-exorcism.mp3 Is the idea of possession a misunderstanding of physiological and psychological conditions, or has science failed to account for unknown, legitimate factors? Learn whether exorcism and psychology are mutually exclusive in this podcast from HowStuffWorks. Society & Culture Tue, 06 Jan 2009 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2009/1231183216432hsw-sysk-exorcism.mp3 00:18:24 no howstuffworks, stuff you should know, sysk, exorcism, rites of exorcism, exorcist, possession Is the idea of possession a misunderstanding of physiological and psychological conditions, or has science failed to account for unknown, legitimate factors? Learn whether exorcism and psychology are mutually exclusive in this podcast from HowStuffWorks. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2009-01-01-sysk-midnight-regulations.mp3 After the election in November, outgoing Presidents have an opportunity to pass last-minute (often unpopular and unpublicized) legislation as 'midnight regulations.' Learn more about midnight regulations in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Society & Culture Thu, 01 Jan 2009 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1229712623377hsw-sysk-midnight-regulations.mp3 00:24:47 no Stuff you should know, howstuffworks, midnight regulation, executive order, last-minute presidential act, lame duck After the election in November, outgoing Presidents have an opportunity to pass last-minute (often unpopular and unpublicized) legislation as 'midnight regulations.' Learn more about midnight regulations in this HowStuffWorks podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-12-30-sysk-habeas-corpus.mp3 Habeas Corpus is a Latin term meaning "you have the body," and -- in theory -- guarantees an incarcerated person the right to have a court determine whether he or she is imprisoned lawfully. Listen to this podcast from HowStuffWorks to learn more. Society & Culture Tue, 30 Dec 2008 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1229712525052hsw-sysk-habeas-corpus.mp3 00:22:48 no Stuff you should know, howstuffworks, habeas corpus, constitution, patriot act Habeas Corpus is a Latin term meaning "you have the body," and -- in theory -- guarantees an incarcerated person the right to have a court determine whether he or she is imprisoned lawfully. Listen to this podcast from HowStuffWorks to learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-12-25-sysk-survive-plane-crash.mp3 Although you're much more likely to die in an auto accident, odds are you're more afraid of flying -- but why? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to find out. Society & Culture Thu, 25 Dec 2008 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1229712452394hsw-sysk-survive-plane-crash.mp3 00:21:36 no Stuff you should know, howstuffworks, survive a plane crash, plane crash Although you're much more likely to die in an auto accident, odds are you're more afraid of flying -- but why? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to find out. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-12-23-sysk-flirting.mp3 Flirting is an ancient -- and, at times, unconscious -- form of communication used to indicate interest in and receptivity to another person. Learn about the science of flirting and find out how to flirt in this podcast from HowStuffWorks. Society & Culture Tue, 23 Dec 2008 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1229353215146hsw-sysk-flirting.mp3 00:17:29 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, flirting, flirt, body language Flirting is an ancient -- and, at times, unconscious -- form of communication used to indicate interest in and receptivity to another person. Learn about the science of flirting and find out how to flirt in this podcast from HowStuffWorks. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-12-18-sysk-dead-body-uses.mp3 From transforming into a gem to being shot into space, modern technology has created a multitude of possible destinations for the bodies of the deceased. Go beyond the traditional funeral in this podcast from HowStuffWorks. Society & Culture Thu, 18 Dec 2008 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1229539134383hsw-sysk-dead-body-uses.mp3 00:17:20 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, sysk, dead body, green funeral From transforming into a gem to being shot into space, modern technology has created a multitude of possible destinations for the bodies of the deceased. Go beyond the traditional funeral in this podcast from HowStuffWorks. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-12-16-sysk-best-place-shot.mp3 Although no one wakes up in the morning hoping for a gunfight, we all know life can be unpredictable. So check out this HowStuffWorks podcast and learn the best place to take a bullet if you get shot. Society & Culture Tue, 16 Dec 2008 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1229352460713hsw-sysk-best-place-shot.mp3 00:17:10 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, shot, brain, gun shot, gun death, handgun Although no one wakes up in the morning hoping for a gunfight, we all know life can be unpredictable. So check out this HowStuffWorks podcast and learn the best place to take a bullet if you get shot. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-12-11-sysk-extended-warranties.mp3 Statistically speaking, extended product warranties aren't generally worth the money, but there are some purchases that warrant extra insurance. Find out when it's smart to buy -- and when you should say "no thanks" -- in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Society & Culture Thu, 11 Dec 2008 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1228338747992hsw-sysk-extended-warranties.mp3 00:16:21 no HowStuffWorks, extended product warranties, pc, rear projections tv, manufacturer's warranty, cell phone Statistically speaking, extended product warranties aren't generally worth the money, but there are some purchases that warrant extra insurance. Find out when it's smart to buy -- and when you should say "no thanks" -- in this HowStuffWorks podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-12-09-sysk-5-day-weekend.mp3 What if Congress passed a law mandating a two-day week work? The Friends of the Five Day Weekend want Congress to do just that -- sort of. Check out this podcast to find out if their proposal is feasible or just plain farfetched. Society & Culture Tue, 09 Dec 2008 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1228338675928hsw-sysk-5-day-weekend.mp3 00:24:56 no HowStuffWorks, five day weekend, friends, Congress, labor standards, Keynes, economics, parkinson's law What if Congress passed a law mandating a two-day week work? The Friends of the Five Day Weekend want Congress to do just that -- sort of. Check out this podcast to find out if their proposal is feasible or just plain farfetched. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-12-04-sysk-guerrilla-gardening.mp3 You've heard of guerrilla fighting tactics, but how much do you know about guerrilla gardening? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about this "revolutionary" gardening trend. Society & Culture Thu, 04 Dec 2008 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1228321000150hsw-sysk-guerrilla-gardening.mp3 00:17:36 no HowStuffWorks, stuff, guerrilla gardening, England, New York, Diggers, seed bombs, Richard Reynolds You've heard of guerrilla fighting tactics, but how much do you know about guerrilla gardening? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about this "revolutionary" gardening trend. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-12-02-sysk-ocd.mp3 Obsessive-compulsive disorder is an anxiety disorder characterized by obsessive thoughts and compulsive actions. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the effects of and treatments for OCD. Society & Culture Tue, 02 Dec 2008 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1227558121703hsw-sysk-ocd.mp3 00:15:40 no obsessive-compulsive disorder, OCD, howstuffworks, hsw, how stuff works, stuff you should know, mental disorder Obsessive-compulsive disorder is an anxiety disorder characterized by obsessive thoughts and compulsive actions. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the effects of and treatments for OCD. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-11-27-sysk-thanksgiving.mp3 Thanksgiving is an unusual holiday in America -- there's no religious connotation, and the only traditions are a good meal and a sense of appreciation for the good things in life. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about Thanksgiving. Society & Culture Thu, 27 Nov 2008 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1227126229620hsw-sysk-thanksgiving.mp3 00:19:56 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, stuffyoushouldknow, thanksgiving, turkey, thanksgiving day Thanksgiving is an unusual holiday in America -- there's no religious connotation, and the only traditions are a good meal and a sense of appreciation for the good things in life. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about Thanksgiving. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-11-25-sysk-einsteins-brain.mp3 Albert Einstein is one of the world's most recognizable geniuses. But was his brain any different from that of an average person? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about Thomas Harvey, the man who set out to decipher Einstein's brain. Society & Culture Tue, 25 Nov 2008 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1227126173022hsw-sysk-einsteins-brain.mp3 00:18:23 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, stuffyoushouldknow, brain, einstein's brain, albert einstein, einstein Albert Einstein is one of the world's most recognizable geniuses. But was his brain any different from that of an average person? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about Thomas Harvey, the man who set out to decipher Einstein's brain. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-11-20-sysk-corporation-person_1.mp3 Corporate personhood is an ancient legal custom tracing back to Roman law, whereby a corporation is legally considered a person. Society & Culture Thu, 20 Nov 2008 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1227034359883hsw-sysk-corporation-person_1.mp3 00:16:21 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, corporation, limited liability corporation, business, business, stuff you should know, sysk Corporate personhood is an ancient legal custom tracing back to Roman law, whereby a corporation is legally considered a person. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-11-18-sysk-eco-anxiety.mp3 Eco-anxiety -- a chronic fear of environmental doom -- is a recent, specialized type of anxiety disorder gripping an estimated 40 million people in the United States. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about eco-anxiety. Society & Culture Tue, 18 Nov 2008 13:00:18 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1226943422352hsw-sysk-eco-anxiety.mp3 00:14:52 no howstuffworks, hsw, stuff you should know, sysk, eco-anxiety, ecosystem, pollution, global warming Eco-anxiety -- a chronic fear of environmental doom -- is a recent, specialized type of anxiety disorder gripping an estimated 40 million people in the United States. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about eco-anxiety. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-11-13-sysk-fda-herbal-supps.mp3 For thousands of years, societies across the globe have used herbs as medicine. While this practice continues today, the FDA does not regulate these potent substances. Find out why the FDA can't regulate herbal supplements in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Society & Culture Thu, 13 Nov 2008 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1226503729937hsw-sysk-fda-herbal-supps.mp3 00:13:17 no stuff you should know, sysk, howstuffworks, hsw, herbal supplement, herbal supplements, herbs, fda For thousands of years, societies across the globe have used herbs as medicine. While this practice continues today, the FDA does not regulate these potent substances. Find out why the FDA can't regulate herbal supplements in this HowStuffWorks podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-11-11-sysk-cia-lsd.mp3 As more and more time passes, the Freedom of Information Act provides increasingly disturbing stories of illegal CIA operations. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about MKULTRA and illegal CIA operations in the United States. Society & Culture Tue, 11 Nov 2008 14:55:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1226414285078hsw-sysk-cia-lsd.mp3 00:26:44 no stuff you should know, sysk, howstuffworks, hsw, MKULTRA, CIA, conspiracy, george hunter white, barbara newsome As more and more time passes, the Freedom of Information Act provides increasingly disturbing stories of illegal CIA operations. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about MKULTRA and illegal CIA operations in the United States. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-11-06-sysk-mortgage-securities.mp3 The 2008 US financial crisis has been blamed on the excessive use of mortgage-backed securities. But what exactly is a mortgage-backed security? Learn more about these securities and how they contributed to the crisis in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Society & Culture Thu, 06 Nov 2008 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1225394890350hsw-sysk-mortgage-securities.mp3 00:20:38 no howstuffworks, hsw, mortgage security, economy, mortgage, economic downturn, bailout, stuff you should know, sysk The 2008 US financial crisis has been blamed on the excessive use of mortgage-backed securities. But what exactly is a mortgage-backed security? Learn more about these securities and how they contributed to the crisis in this HowStuffWorks podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-11-04-sysk-groom-carrry-bride.mp3 Marriage is an ancient custom, and today's wedding practices come from age-old traditions. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the history behind marriage traditions. Society & Culture Tue, 04 Nov 2008 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1225307906048hsw-sysk-groom-carrry-bride.mp3 00:12:36 no stuff you should know, sysk, howstuffworks, marriage, matrimony, Marriage is an ancient custom, and today's wedding practices come from age-old traditions. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the history behind marriage traditions. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-10-30-sysk-prayer-healing.mp3 Studies have shown that prayer has a positive effect on individuals, but can your prayer heal someone else? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to find out how science weighs in on the power of intercessory prayer -- and if it should at all. Society & Culture Thu, 30 Oct 2008 12:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1225309852230hsw-sysk-prayer-healing.mp3 00:17:06 no howstuffworks, prayer, healing, intercessory prayer, Randolph Bird, study, heart, science, religion, stuff Studies have shown that prayer has a positive effect on individuals, but can your prayer heal someone else? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to find out how science weighs in on the power of intercessory prayer -- and if it should at all. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-10-28-sysk-free-market-2.mp3 Prices in a free market are determined by the law of supply and demand, yet the US government has recently given billions of dollars to rescue large corporations. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn whether or not the US is still a free market. Society & Culture Tue, 28 Oct 2008 18:18:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1225217301725hsw-sysk-free-market-2.mp3 00:16:40 no stuff you should know, sysk, howstuffworks, free market, bailout, finance, wall street Prices in a free market are determined by the law of supply and demand, yet the US government has recently given billions of dollars to rescue large corporations. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn whether or not the US is still a free market. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-10-23-sysk-tibet-altitude-sickness.mp3 Due to the region's elevation, the average traveler to Tibet often experiences altitude sickness -- a condition caused by a lack of oxygen in the blood. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn how Tibetans have adapted to life in high altitudes. Society & Culture Thu, 23 Oct 2008 12:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1224690947881hsw-sysk-tibet-altitude-sickness.mp3 00:12:38 no stuff you should know, sysk, howstuffworks, altitude sickness, tibet, adaptation, hypoxia Due to the region's elevation, the average traveler to Tibet often experiences altitude sickness -- a condition caused by a lack of oxygen in the blood. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn how Tibetans have adapted to life in high altitudes. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-10-21-sysk-govt-bailout.mp3 The economy imploded as US banks reaped the consequences of subprime mortgage trades. Controversially, Congress has provided emergency funding for the banks. Learn more about the agreement between Washington and Wall Street in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Society & Culture Tue, 21 Oct 2008 15:38:38 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1224601081881hsw-sysk-govt-bailout.mp3 00:23:54 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, bailout, bail out, finance, economy, US economy The economy imploded as US banks reaped the consequences of subprime mortgage trades. Controversially, Congress has provided emergency funding for the banks. Learn more about the agreement between Washington and Wall Street in this HowStuffWorks podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-10-16-sysk-living-off-grid.mp3 If you're tired of paying utility bills or relying on fossil fuels, it might be time to consider living off the grid. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the techniques and strategies used by people living off the grid. Society & Culture Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1223404071041hsw-sysk-living-off-grid.mp3 00:13:53 no stuff you should know, sysk, howstuffworks, how stuff works, living off the grid, alternative energy If you're tired of paying utility bills or relying on fossil fuels, it might be time to consider living off the grid. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the techniques and strategies used by people living off the grid. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-10-14-sysk-mass-extinction.mp3 Is Earth due for a mass extinction? Population ecologists think so. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more mass extinctions. Society & Culture Tue, 14 Oct 2008 12:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1223404009334hsw-sysk-mass-extinction.mp3 00:11:05 no stuff you should know, sysk, howstuffworks, how stuff works, extinction, mass extinction Is Earth due for a mass extinction? Population ecologists think so. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more mass extinctions. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-10-09-sysk-cannibalism.mp3 Cannibalism is one of humanity's near-universal taboos, but it has been practiced in widely varying circumstances throughout history. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn the difference between the three types of cannibalism. Society & Culture Thu, 09 Oct 2008 12:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1223045975862hsw-sysk-cannibalism.mp3 00:18:31 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, sysk, cannibalism, autophagy, claude neal Cannibalism is one of humanity's near-universal taboos, but it has been practiced in widely varying circumstances throughout history. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn the difference between the three types of cannibalism. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-10-07-sysk-entomophagy.mp3 Entomophagy -- the practice of eating insects -- is common outside of Europe and North America. Despite cultural taboos, you've probably eaten insects without knowing it. Check out our HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about entomophagy. Society & Culture Tue, 07 Oct 2008 12:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1222783571787hsw-sysk-entomophagy.mp3 00:15:26 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, entomophagy, insect eating, eating insects Entomophagy -- the practice of eating insects -- is common outside of Europe and North America. Despite cultural taboos, you've probably eaten insects without knowing it. Check out our HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about entomophagy. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-10-02-sysk-china-pollution-sniffers.mp3 In China's Guangdong province, twelve volunteers have been trained to detect harmful pollution by using their sense of smell. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about China's pollution sniffers. Society & Culture Thu, 02 Oct 2008 12:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1222783506720hsw-sysk-china-pollution-sniffers.mp3 00:13:46 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, china, smell, nasa, feral dog project In China's Guangdong province, twelve volunteers have been trained to detect harmful pollution by using their sense of smell. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about China's pollution sniffers. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-09-30-sysk-delta-force.mp3 With the world's best weaponry, a shadowy legal status, and almost no oversight, Delta Force is the stuff of military legend. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn why Delta Force was created, and how this group works. Society & Culture Tue, 30 Sep 2008 12:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1222708807044hsw-sysk-delta-force.mp3 00:20:05 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, sysk, delta force, army, special forces With the world's best weaponry, a shadowy legal status, and almost no oversight, Delta Force is the stuff of military legend. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn why Delta Force was created, and how this group works. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-09-25-sysk-graceland.mp3 Graceland attracts millions of visitors every year. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about Elvis and Graceland, which Elvis bought when he was only 22 years old. Society & Culture Thu, 25 Sep 2008 13:10:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1222347540067hsw-sysk-graceland.mp3 00:16:52 no brainstuff, howstuffworks, how stuff works, brain stuff, anti-siphon valve, antisiphon valve, Graceland attracts millions of visitors every year. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about Elvis and Graceland, which Elvis bought when he was only 22 years old. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-09-23-sysk-quitting-smoking.mp3 Everyone knows it's tough to quit smoking -- but did you know quitting can be contagious? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about smoking. Society & Culture Tue, 23 Sep 2008 12:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1222112991297hsw-sysk-quitting-smoking.mp3 00:20:30 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, sysk, hard to quit smoking, nicotine, addiction Everyone knows it's tough to quit smoking -- but did you know quitting can be contagious? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about smoking. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-09-18-sysk-erase-identity.mp3 Everyone dreams of snagging a fresh start at life. Whether you've thought of changing your dull given name, or just disappearing entirely, this HowStuffWorks podcast will tell you what it takes to erase your identity. Society & Culture Thu, 18 Sep 2008 12:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1221674091991hsw-sysk-erase-identity.mp3 00:11:05 no stuff you should know, sysk, how stuff works, howstuffworks, erase identity, erasing identity, name change Everyone dreams of snagging a fresh start at life. Whether you've thought of changing your dull given name, or just disappearing entirely, this HowStuffWorks podcast will tell you what it takes to erase your identity. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-09-16-sysk-ultimatum-game.mp3 The ultimatum game is an economics experiment that provides insight into the human psyche. Check out our HowStuffWorks podcast to learn about the rules to the ultimatum game. Society & Culture Tue, 16 Sep 2008 12:03:55 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1221067381178hsw-sysk-ultimatum-game.mp3 00:13:10 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, ultimatum game, economics experiment, economics experiment The ultimatum game is an economics experiment that provides insight into the human psyche. Check out our HowStuffWorks podcast to learn about the rules to the ultimatum game. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-09-11-sysk-live-underground.mp3 Humanity has adapted to life on the surface. We like sunlight and fresh air -- but do we need it to survive? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about living underground. Society & Culture Thu, 11 Sep 2008 12:04:55 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1221067296382sysk-live-underground.mp3 00:15:53 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, live underground, living underground, subterranean living Humanity has adapted to life on the surface. We like sunlight and fresh air -- but do we need it to survive? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about living underground. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-09-09-sysk-importance-of-sleep.mp3 Sleep is one of those funny things about being a human being -- you just have to do it. Have you ever wondered why? Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about the importance of sleep. Society & Culture Tue, 09 Sep 2008 12:03:41 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1220641799640sysk-importance-of-sleep.mp3 00:13:09 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, sleep, REM, dream, sleep deprivation Sleep is one of those funny things about being a human being -- you just have to do it. Have you ever wondered why? Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about the importance of sleep. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-09-04-sysk-deodorant-antiperspirant.mp3 The function of antiperspirant and deodorant is to prevent sweat or to mask the scent of body odor. Learn about the function of antiperspirant and deodorant in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Society & Culture Thu, 04 Sep 2008 12:01:18 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1220455305760sysk-deodorant-antiperspirant.mp3 00:14:46 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, antiperspirant deodorant, deodorant types The function of antiperspirant and deodorant is to prevent sweat or to mask the scent of body odor. Learn about the function of antiperspirant and deodorant in this HowStuffWorks podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-09-02-sysk-worst-way-die.mp3 But there's no consensus among professionals about which method of death is the least desirable. A person's fears may factor into his own personal worst way to die. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about the worst way to die. Society & Culture Tue, 02 Sep 2008 13:56:08 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1220363278568sysk-worst-way-die.mp3 00:14:48 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, sysk, death, thanatology, worst way to die But there's no consensus among professionals about which method of death is the least desirable. A person's fears may factor into his own personal worst way to die. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about the worst way to die. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-08-28-sysk-smart-mobs.mp3 With the benefit of wireless technologies like cell phones and text messaging, large groups of people are able to coordinate their actions with amazing precision. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast about smart mobs and civil disobedience. Society & Culture Thu, 28 Aug 2008 12:00:26 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1218576073087sysk-smart-mobs.mp3 00:16:00 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, smart mob, flash mob With the benefit of wireless technologies like cell phones and text messaging, large groups of people are able to coordinate their actions with amazing precision. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast about smart mobs and civil disobedience. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-08-26-sysk-robot-wedding.mp3 Some researchers believe that weddings between a human and a robot could be possible by the year 2050. Take a look at our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about robot rights. Society & Culture Tue, 26 Aug 2008 12:00:26 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1218576029423sysk-robot-wedding.mp3 00:14:57 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, robot, robot rights, robot marriage Some researchers believe that weddings between a human and a robot could be possible by the year 2050. Take a look at our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about robot rights. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-08-21-sysk-blood-pressure.mp3 High blood pressure -- or hypertension -- is elevated pressure of the blood in the arteries. Hypertension results from two major factors. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about the causes of and treatment for hypertension. Society & Culture Thu, 21 Aug 2008 12:00:54 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1219093435157sysk-blood-pressure.mp3 00:13:49 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, hypertension, high blood pressure High blood pressure -- or hypertension -- is elevated pressure of the blood in the arteries. Hypertension results from two major factors. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about the causes of and treatment for hypertension. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-08-19-sysk-wired-to-survive.mp3 Are humans born with survival instincts? Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about human instincts and survival. Society & Culture Tue, 19 Aug 2008 12:00:26 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1218576117453sysk-wired-to-survive.mp3 00:13:06 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, Are humans born with survival instincts? Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about human instincts and survival. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-08-14-sysk-10-bungled-crimes.mp3 Ten terribly bungled crimes throughout history are explored, such as drug deals gone wrong. Find out which ones are at the top of the list for Josh and Chuck in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Society & Culture Thu, 14 Aug 2008 14:52:28 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1218575977902sysk-10-bungled-crimes.mp3 00:11:11 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, bungled crimes, crime, bad criminals Ten terribly bungled crimes throughout history are explored, such as drug deals gone wrong. Find out which ones are at the top of the list for Josh and Chuck in this HowStuffWorks podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-08-12-sysk-scuba-cat.mp3 Millions of people across the world enjoy scuba diving -- and, unbelievably enough, a few pets have also taken up this hobby. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about how a cat's devotion to her best friend got her underwater. Society & Culture Tue, 12 Aug 2008 22:11:35 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1217601982236sysk-scuba-cat.mp3 00:13:17 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, scuba cat Millions of people across the world enjoy scuba diving -- and, unbelievably enough, a few pets have also taken up this hobby. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about how a cat's devotion to her best friend got her underwater. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-08-08-sysk-torture-manual.mp3 In May of 2007, the US military found drawings believed to be part of an Al-Qaida torture manual. However, the seminal manuals on torture are believed to be the work of the CIA. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about torture manuals. Society & Culture Fri, 08 Aug 2008 13:08:26 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1217602025134sysk-torture-manual.mp3 00:07:24 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, torture, torture manual In May of 2007, the US military found drawings believed to be part of an Al-Qaida torture manual. However, the seminal manuals on torture are believed to be the work of the CIA. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about torture manuals. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-08-05-sysk-real-fight-club.mp3 The 1996 Chuck Palahniuk novel, "Fight Club," has been blamed -- and lauded -- by various groups for inspiring several real-life fight clubs. Take a look at our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about real-life fight clubs. Technology Tue, 05 Aug 2008 12:04:40 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1217601929387sysk-real-fight-club.mp3 00:07:17 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, fight club, real fight club The 1996 Chuck Palahniuk novel, "Fight Club," has been blamed -- and lauded -- by various groups for inspiring several real-life fight clubs. Take a look at our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about real-life fight clubs. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-07-31-sysk-run-out-water.mp3 In 1995, World Bank vice president Ismail Serageldin declared that "the wars of the next century will be about water." Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn what happens once we run out of water. Society & Culture Thu, 31 Jul 2008 12:08:37 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1217274987434sysk-run-out-water.mp3 00:12:43 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, water crisis, water In 1995, World Bank vice president Ismail Serageldin declared that "the wars of the next century will be about water." Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn what happens once we run out of water. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-07-29-sysk-knife-hunting-2.mp3 Fair chase is the idea that a balance should be struck between the hunter's ability to kill prey and the prey's ability escape. Take a look at our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about knife hunting, and whether or not it's the fairest way to hunt. Society & Culture Tue, 29 Jul 2008 21:08:46 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1217365548248sysk-knife-hunting-2.mp3 00:06:50 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, knife hunting, hunting Fair chase is the idea that a balance should be struck between the hunter's ability to kill prey and the prey's ability escape. Take a look at our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about knife hunting, and whether or not it's the fairest way to hunt. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-07-24-sysk-blushing.mp3 Blushing from embarrassment is governed by the sympathetic nervous system, which governs involuntary processes. Although we know how people blush, we still don't understand why. Check out the theories of blushing in our HowStuffWorks article. Society & Culture Thu, 24 Jul 2008 17:58:02 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1216921713205sysk-blushing.mp3 00:06:48 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, blushing, blush Blushing from embarrassment is governed by the sympathetic nervous system, which governs involuntary processes. Although we know how people blush, we still don't understand why. Check out the theories of blushing in our HowStuffWorks article. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-07-22-sysk-carbon-capture.mp3 Carbon capture is the process of trapping carbon emissions and storing them away from the atmosphere to prevent global warming. Check out our carbon capture article at HowStuffWorks.com to learn more about the possibility of reducing carbon emissions. Society & Culture Tue, 22 Jul 2008 18:02:25 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1216673742258sysk-carbon-capture.mp3 00:07:10 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, carbon capture, oil, carbon storage Carbon capture is the process of trapping carbon emissions and storing them away from the atmosphere to prevent global warming. Check out our carbon capture article at HowStuffWorks.com to learn more about the possibility of reducing carbon emissions. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-07-17-sysk-shark-favorite-meal.mp3 In 2005, The Sun reported that dogs were being used as live bait in the Indian Ocean. Is it possible that dogs are a delicacy to sharks? Take a look at our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about the diet of sharks. Society & Culture Thu, 17 Jul 2008 20:23:05 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1216235069209sysk-shark-favorite-meal.mp3 00:05:32 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, shark, dog, shark bait, chum, fishing In 2005, The Sun reported that dogs were being used as live bait in the Indian Ocean. Is it possible that dogs are a delicacy to sharks? Take a look at our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about the diet of sharks. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-07-15-sysk-shark-eye-gouge.mp3 Although it can be intimidating, a shark is not invulnerable. Punching its nose, gouging its eyes, or grabbing its gills can stun the shark and give victims a chance to escape. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about shark attacks. Society & Culture Tue, 15 Jul 2008 20:24:05 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1216235015719sysk-shark-eye-gouge.mp3 00:05:40 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, shark, shark attack, ampullae, self-defense, jaws Although it can be intimidating, a shark is not invulnerable. Punching its nose, gouging its eyes, or grabbing its gills can stun the shark and give victims a chance to escape. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about shark attacks. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-07-10-sysk-jack-ripper-artist.mp3 The unsolved murder spree of Jack the Ripper has captivated generations of amateur investigators, each with their own theory of the killer's identity. Learn more about one particularly thought-provoking suspect in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Society & Culture Thu, 10 Jul 2008 18:11:06 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215463602995sysk-jack-ripper-artist.mp3 00:05:43 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, jack the ripper, prostitute, serial killer, murder, homicide, forensics, The unsolved murder spree of Jack the Ripper has captivated generations of amateur investigators, each with their own theory of the killer's identity. Learn more about one particularly thought-provoking suspect in this HowStuffWorks podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-07-07-sysk-new-taxi.mp3 Personal rapid transport combines the best traits of subways and taxis, and costs less to build than light rail. Could this be the future of transportation? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast and learn more about personal rapid transport. Society & Culture Mon, 07 Jul 2008 18:26:06 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215463561643sysk-new-taxi.mp3 00:05:50 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, personal rapid transport, prt, subway, taxi, public transport, light rail, peak oil, future technology Personal rapid transport combines the best traits of subways and taxis, and costs less to build than light rail. Could this be the future of transportation? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast and learn more about personal rapid transport. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-07-01-sysk-abandoned-city.mp3 Cities can become abandoned for a number of reasons, from economic meltdowns to nuclear catastrophes. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast and learn more about modern abandoned cities. Society & Culture Tue, 01 Jul 2008 20:25:05 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1216234952230sysk-abandoned-city.mp3 00:05:30 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, abandonment, detroit, ukraine, centralia, nuclear disaster, urbanization Cities can become abandoned for a number of reasons, from economic meltdowns to nuclear catastrophes. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast and learn more about modern abandoned cities. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-07-01-sysk-murphys-law.mp3 Murphy's law originates in 1949, and states 'anything that can go wrong, will.' Check out this HowStuffWorks to learn more about how the Air Force discovered Murphy's law. Society & Culture Tue, 01 Jul 2008 18:16:06 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215463322391sysk-murphys-law.mp3 00:05:30 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, Murphy's Law, air force, pessimism, stuff you should know Murphy's law originates in 1949, and states 'anything that can go wrong, will.' Check out this HowStuffWorks to learn more about how the Air Force discovered Murphy's law. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-06-26-sysk-death-proof-car.mp3 Could high-end digital auto systems such as blind-spot detection and collision prevention overcome the errors of human drivers? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the death-proof cars of the future. Society & Culture Thu, 26 Jun 2008 18:21:06 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215463405219sysk-death-proof-car.mp3 00:05:08 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, death-proof car, digital computers, volvo, car, car accident, collision, car safety, traffic Could high-end digital auto systems such as blind-spot detection and collision prevention overcome the errors of human drivers? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the death-proof cars of the future. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-06-24-sysk-oil-shale.mp3 Oil shale is a term for oil trapped in rock, rather than existing in liquid form. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the nature of oil shale. Society & Culture Tue, 24 Jun 2008 18:31:06 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215463453460sysk-oil-shale.mp3 00:05:16 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, oil shale, peak oil, oil, energy crisis Oil shale is a term for oil trapped in rock, rather than existing in liquid form. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the nature of oil shale. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-06-20-sysk-swearing-at-work.mp3 Swear words are usually considered workplace taboos -- yet the debate continues over whether these words are inappropriate, or examples of free speech. Learn more about using swear words at work in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Society & Culture Fri, 20 Jun 2008 18:12:06 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215462430900sysk-swearing-at-work.mp3 00:05:08 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, swear words, curse, cursing, ass, shit, hell, damn, taboo, free speech Swear words are usually considered workplace taboos -- yet the debate continues over whether these words are inappropriate, or examples of free speech. Learn more about using swear words at work in this HowStuffWorks podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-06-18-sysk-manufacture-water.mp3 The United Nations has found that 22% of the world's population does not have access to clean drinking water. Could we fix the water shortage by manufacturing water? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about manufacturing water. Society & Culture Wed, 18 Jun 2008 18:22:06 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215463281477sysk-manufacture-water.mp3 00:05:40 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, manufacturing water, aquamagic, water, humidity, purifying water, stuff you should know The United Nations has found that 22% of the world's population does not have access to clean drinking water. Could we fix the water shortage by manufacturing water? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about manufacturing water. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-06-12-sysk-most-expensive-toilet.mp3 The most expensive toilet in the world is made of solid gold and can be found in Hong Kong. Learn more about the world's most expensive toilet in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Society & Culture Thu, 12 Jun 2008 18:15:06 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215463241875sysk-most-expensive-toilet.mp3 00:05:09 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, most expensive toilet, world's most expensive toilet, hang fung gold toile The most expensive toilet in the world is made of solid gold and can be found in Hong Kong. Learn more about the world's most expensive toilet in this HowStuffWorks podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-06-10-sysk-salt-water-fuel.mp3 Salt water fuel could be the next viable alternative to foreign oil. Learn about the ongoing research behind the concept of salt water fuel in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Society & Culture Tue, 10 Jun 2008 18:27:06 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215463196711sysk-salt-water-fuel.mp3 00:05:27 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, salt water fuel, salt water fuel for cars, salt water fuel research Salt water fuel could be the next viable alternative to foreign oil. Learn about the ongoing research behind the concept of salt water fuel in this HowStuffWorks podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-06-05-sysk-eye-tornado.mp3 In recorded history, only two people have entered the eye of a tornado and returned to tell the tale. Learn more about the inside of tornadoes in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Society & Culture Thu, 05 Jun 2008 18:19:06 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215463154282sysk-eye-tornado.mp3 00:05:48 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, tornado, tornadoes, natural disaster, cyclone, twister, funnel cloud In recorded history, only two people have entered the eye of a tornado and returned to tell the tale. Learn more about the inside of tornadoes in this HowStuffWorks podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-06-03-sysk-contagious-yawning.mp3 Yawning is contagious, but why? Check out the leading theories on contagious yawning and empathy in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Society & Culture Tue, 03 Jun 2008 18:29:06 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215462200131sysk-contagious-yawning.mp3 00:05:46 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, contagious yawning, sneezing, empathy Yawning is contagious, but why? Check out the leading theories on contagious yawning and empathy in this HowStuffWorks podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-05-29-sysk-hysterical-strength.mp3 During times of emergency, people have been known to preform feats of great strength. Learn more about going from the dull stare of the dairy cow to the eye of the tiger in seconds flat. Society & Culture Thu, 29 May 2008 18:34:06 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215462920122sysk-hysterical-strength.mp3 00:05:37 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, hysterical strength, fight, flight, sympathetic nervous system, stress, adrenalyn, bootsie During times of emergency, people have been known to preform feats of great strength. Learn more about going from the dull stare of the dairy cow to the eye of the tiger in seconds flat. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-05-28-sysk-anti-bacterial-soap.mp3 Could the routine use of antibacterial soap increase the presence of drug-resistant bacteria in your home? Learn more about the disadvantages of anti-bacterial soap in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Society & Culture Wed, 28 May 2008 18:32:06 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215462155358sysk-anti-bacterial-soap.mp3 00:05:23 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, anti-bacterial soap, drug-resistant bacteria, antimicrobial Could the routine use of antibacterial soap increase the presence of drug-resistant bacteria in your home? Learn more about the disadvantages of anti-bacterial soap in this HowStuffWorks podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-05-22-sysk-gum-seven-years.mp3 Does gum really stay in your stomach for Seven Years? Josh and Chuck take on the parental myth of gum swollowing. Society & Culture Thu, 22 May 2008 18:28:06 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215462882395sysk-gum-seven-years.mp3 00:05:40 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, gum, digestion, eat, alamo, santa anna, chickle, taffy, stomach, seven, years Does gum really stay in your stomach for Seven Years? Josh and Chuck take on the parental myth of gum swollowing. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-05-20-sysk-dog-best-friend.mp3 Check out the story of Hachiko, a loyal Akita who waited for over ten years for his master to return. Learn more about Hachiko and loyalty in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Society & Culture Tue, 20 May 2008 18:14:06 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215462245732sysk-dog-best-friend.mp3 00:05:04 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, loyalty, dogs, canine, Hachiko Check out the story of Hachiko, a loyal Akita who waited for over ten years for his master to return. Learn more about Hachiko and loyalty in this HowStuffWorks podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-05-15-sysk-evolve-in-isolation.mp3 How does isolation spur evolution? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about speciation and evolution. Society & Culture Thu, 15 May 2008 18:33:06 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215462300518sysk-evolve-in-isolation.mp3 00:04:57 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, speciation, evolution, isolation, bears, polar bear, black bear, evolutionary bottleneck How does isolation spur evolution? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about speciation and evolution. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-05-13-sysk-oj-toothpaste.mp3 Why does toothpaste make orange juice taste bad? Chuck recounts his first-hand experience, and how it works. Society & Culture Tue, 13 May 2008 18:30:06 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215463116554sysk-oj-toothpaste.mp3 00:05:27 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, orange juice, toothpaste, toung, flavor, sweet, salty, bitter, sour, umami Why does toothpaste make orange juice taste bad? Chuck recounts his first-hand experience, and how it works. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-05-06-sysk-trolley-problem.mp3 The trolley problem is an ethical dilemma that proposes a difficult decision about choosing whether a group of strangers lives or dies. Learn more about ethics and the nature of sacrifice in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Society & Culture Tue, 06 May 2008 18:25:06 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215462473221sysk-trolley-problem.mp3 00:05:38 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, trolley problem, ethics, morality, philosophy, sacrifice The trolley problem is an ethical dilemma that proposes a difficult decision about choosing whether a group of strangers lives or dies. Learn more about ethics and the nature of sacrifice in this HowStuffWorks podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-05-06-sysk-sympathy-pregnancy-2.mp3 Sympathy pregnancy is the condition where a man feels pregnant while his wife actually is. Learn more about the symptoms for sympathy pregnancy in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Society & Culture Tue, 06 May 2008 18:18:06 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215462840402sysk-sympathy-pregnancy-2.mp3 00:05:39 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, sympathy pregnancy, couvade syndrome, sympathy pregnancy Sympathy pregnancy is the condition where a man feels pregnant while his wife actually is. Learn more about the symptoms for sympathy pregnancy in this HowStuffWorks podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-04-30-sysk-nazi-war-criminals.mp3 After the close of World War II, Nazi war criminals fled Europe and attempted to hide under assumed identities. Some may still be at large. Learn more about Nazi war criminals in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Society & Culture Wed, 30 Apr 2008 18:20:06 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215462786022sysk-nazi-war-criminals.mp3 00:04:59 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, Nazi war criminals, Nazi party, World War II After the close of World War II, Nazi war criminals fled Europe and attempted to hide under assumed identities. Some may still be at large. Learn more about Nazi war criminals in this HowStuffWorks podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-04-17-sysk-unselfish-acts.mp3 Is there such a thing as a truly unselfish act? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast and learn more about the nature of altruism. Society & Culture Thu, 17 Apr 2008 18:23:06 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215462738890sysk-unselfish-acts.mp3 00:05:29 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, altruism, selfish, unselfish, ego Is there such a thing as a truly unselfish act? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast and learn more about the nature of altruism. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-04-17-sysk-lame-duck.mp3 In U.S. politics, a lame duck is a president who will not be re-elected because he or she has been passed over for election, or already served the maximum two terms. Learn more about the origin of lame duck presidents in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Society & Culture Thu, 17 Apr 2008 18:17:06 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215462384378sysk-lame-duck.mp3 00:05:23 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, president, lame duck, U.S. government, executive branch, President George W. Bush In U.S. politics, a lame duck is a president who will not be re-elected because he or she has been passed over for election, or already served the maximum two terms. Learn more about the origin of lame duck presidents in this HowStuffWorks podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/sysk/2008-04-17-sysk-grassoline.mp3 Could switch grass become the car fuel of the future? Learn more about alternative fuel in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Society & Culture Thu, 17 Apr 2008 18:13:06 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215462342838sysk-grassoline.mp3 00:05:18 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, grassoline, oil, alternative energy, switch grass, ethanol Could switch grass become the car fuel of the future? Learn more about alternative fuel in this HowStuffWorks podcast. HowStuffWorks.com