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Back to SearchWhat Is Populism?
Populist leaders have been coming into power all over the world over the past few years. Learn what populism is -- and why it concerns political scie…
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What Is Worcestershire Sauce?
This savory sauce with a difficult name dates back to the early 1800s. Learn about its history and ingredients in this episode of BrainStuff. Learn …
5 years, 4 months ago
Who Was the First Person in Space?
Yuri Gagarin was the Soviet cosmonaut who braved the first flight into space in 1961. Learn about his life (and tragic early death) in this episode o…
5 years, 4 months ago
BrainStuff Classics: What Animal Has the Best Echolocation Abilities?
Bats, dolphins, and other animals all use sonar to navigate, but the narwhal has them all beat, and it's thanks to narwhals' distinctive horns. Learn…
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BrainStuff Classics: What Is the 25th Amendment?
People are again asking whether the 25th Amendment might be enacted to remove the current president. But what does this Amendment say, and what can i…
5 years, 4 months ago
How Does Damascus Steel Work?
If you've seen rippling patterns in the blades of knives or swords, that's Damascus steel. Learn its history and how it's made today in this episode …
5 years, 4 months ago
How Do Penguins Work?
Flightless birds that live in brutal Antarctic temperatures and partner up for life -- penguins are cool (pun absolutely intended). Learn more about …
5 years, 4 months ago
What Did the Arecibo Radio Telescope Help Us Learn?
For decades, the Arecibo Radio Telescope has let us investigate parts of our universe near and far. Learn its history -- and why it had to be shut do…
5 years, 4 months ago
Do 'I Voted' Stickers Do Anything?
Many local governments pass out stickers to the voters who cast a ballot on election day. It might seem silly, but those stickers have a real effect.…
5 years, 4 months ago
Why Would the Creator of Graham Crackers Be Horrified by Them Today?
Graham crackers are a sweetened, mass-produced baked good today, but they started out as a homemade, ascetic-diet food. Learn about Sylvester Graham …
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