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How Do Flying Snakes Work?
Flying snakes don't really fly, but they can glide long distances from rainforst treetops. Learn what we know (and don't know!) about them in this ep…
1 year, 3 months ago
Who Is Uncle Sam?
This stern, patriotic character goes back to the early 1800s, but became an icon thanks to American propaganda during WWI. Learn more about Uncle Sam…
1 year, 3 months ago
BrainStuff Classics: Should You Be Squatting More?
Short answer: Yeah, probably. Most Westerners have traded squatting for sitting and standing, to the detriment of our backs and joints. Learn the ben…
1 year, 3 months ago
BrainStuff Classics: Why Don't Penguin Feet Freeze?
Standing barefoot on a glacier, human feet would freeze solid -- but penguin feet are fine. Learn why in this classic episode of BrainStuff, based on…
1 year, 3 months ago
How Did 'Silent Spring' Change the World?
Marine biologist Rachel Carson published lots of books about the environment, but her investigation of DDT, 'Silent Spring', cracked open the insecti…
1 year, 3 months ago
Who Invented Sports Drinks?
Sports drinks are a multibillion-dollar business that traces back to just two brands: Lucozade from the 1920s, and Gatorade from the 1960s. Learn how…
1 year, 3 months ago
Great Escapes: What Happens When Animals Make a Run for It?
From lab monkeys to zoo flamingos to very clever orangutans, animals have made some great escapes. Learn about them in this episode of BrainStuff, ba…
1 year, 3 months ago
Do Astronauts Need Sunscreen in Space?
Ultraviolet (UV) light is both useful and hazardous. Learn why sunscreen is helpful on Earth but not in space in this episode of BrainStuff, based on…
1 year, 3 months ago
How Did a Team of Immigrants in America Help Win WWII?
During World War II, the U.S. military recruited diverse multilingual Americans -- including many immigrants -- to be trained as intelligence officer…
1 year, 3 months ago
Introducing: TechStuff Trailer
Hi, BrainStuff listeners! iHeartPodcasts has a new and improved hit franchise, TechStuff, hosted by Karah Preiss and OZ! TechStuff is the podcast whe…
1 year, 4 months ago