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The Power Grid Problem
Episode 1295
The U.S.'s power grid — a nearly 100-year-old network of electrical circuits — is facing increased demand and weather-related stress. What will it t…
1 year, 3 months ago
What Makes South Korea's 'Super Divers' Special?
Episode 1294
For generations, the all-female Haenyeo divers have routinely dove into frigid waters off the coast of South Korea, holding their breath for minutes …
1 year, 3 months ago
Why Emotions Run High For Sports Fans
We are in the thick of multiple sports seasons: the NBA finals are happening, and baseball and soccer are in full swing. For devoted fans, emotions c…
1 year, 3 months ago
Trump Wants A Missile Defense System Like Israel's
Episode 1292
Since last week, Israel has been attacking Iran's nuclear facilities, along with many other targets around the country. Iran has fired hundreds of mi…
1 year, 3 months ago
Why Weed's Signature Scent Has Changed Over Time
Episode 1291
The skunky smell of cannabis may be going out of style. NPR's science correspondent Pien Huang visited the grow facility for District Cannabis, which…
1 year, 3 months ago
Your Breathing Pattern Is Like A Fingerprint
Episode 1290
Take a big inhale through your nose. Now, exhale. Breathing may seem simple, but it's controlled by a complex brain network. Each inhale gives the hu…
1 year, 4 months ago
Wanna Save Money? Climate-Proof Your Home
Episode 1289
Homeowners' insurance isn't just getting more expensive ... it's also getting harder to secure in the first place. Across the country, an increase in…
1 year, 4 months ago
Living With OCD
Episode 1288
Roughly 163 million people experience obsessive-compulsive disorder and its associated cycles of obsessions and compulsions. They have unwanted intru…
1 year, 4 months ago
Helping Dogs and Their Pawrents Live Healthier, Longer
Episode 1287
The Dog Aging Project is a long-term nationwide survey on the health and lifestyles of U.S. dogs that launched in 2019. Today, the project has more t…
1 year, 4 months ago
Unveiling Olo — A Color Out of Oz!
Episode 1286
"Olo" does not exist in nature, nor can it be found among paint cans. But for a very select few, olo can be seen — through the intervention of carefu…
1 year, 4 months ago