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The last Blockbuster [archive episode]
Episode 355
We recently did an episode about how movie titles are translated from their original to other languages. That made us nostalgic for the days of movie…
9 months, 1 week ago
How to apologize [archive episode]
Episode 402
It's sometimes said that the two hardest words to say in the English language are, "I'm sorry." Today, we're republishing a classic Plain English epi…
9 months, 1 week ago
Country music is growing its mainstream appeal
Episode 793
Today's story: Country music has long existed in its own space, with a dedicated fanbase and distinct sound. But recent years have seen major pop sta…
9 months, 1 week ago
'Freestyle' chess scrambles the board
Episode 792
Today's story: A new global chess tour is trying to make the ancient game more exciting—for both players and viewers. Spearheaded by Magnus Carlsen, …
9 months, 2 weeks ago
Wave of needle stabbings reported in France
Episode 791
Today's story: Almost 150 people in France reported being stabbed with a needle during a summer music festival in 2025. It's just the latest in sever…
9 months, 2 weeks ago
Drone video shows orcas using kelp as a tool
Episode 790
Today's story: Orcas are the largest type of dolphin, and they're known for their intelligence. A recent study proves they are more clever than previ…
9 months, 3 weeks ago
How to keep a high passenger rating
Episode 789
Today's story: You thought only the passengers rated the drivers? Think again: drivers rate passengers, too. And a low passenger rating might cost yo…
9 months, 3 weeks ago
Three words to say exactly where you are
Episode 788
Today's story: A company called what3words has divided the world into 57 trillion squares, each three meters by three meters, and labeled each square…
10 months ago
Which way is home? It’s complicated
Episode 787
Today's story: In many parts of the world, buildings don't have formal, complete addresses that can be identified on a map. Locals often use landmark…
10 months ago
The five-star rating system isn’t working [Archive episode]
Episode 419
Leaving a five-star review has become customary for any experience that is excellent, good, average, or even acceptable, and anything below five-star…
10 months, 1 week ago