Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchScorpion King: Poison, Protection, and Power
Season 1 Episode 87
In northeastern Nigeria, danger isn’t just avoided—it’s carried in a plastic bucket. In this episode, we meet Usman Maikunama, the self-proclaimed Sc…
4 months, 2 weeks ago
Saunas: Heat, Health, and Scientific Rigor
Season 1 Episode 86
Saunas aren’t just for Scandinavians anymore—they’re becoming a global wellness obsession. In this episode, we explore why high heat is suddenly so h…
4 months, 2 weeks ago
Saudi Arabia's Quiet Shift on Alcohol Access
Season 1 Episode 85
Saudi Arabia has been “dry” for decades—at least officially. In this episode, we explore a quiet shift inside the kingdom’s alcohol prohibition: an u…
4 months, 2 weeks ago
Protein Requirements, Sources, and Health Strategy
Season 1 Episode 84
Protein: miracle macronutrient or overhyped fitness buzzword? In this episode, we break down what protein actually does—from repairing tissues to fue…
4 months, 2 weeks ago
Moutai: The Anatomy of a Chinese Business Phenomenon
Season 1 Episode 83
It’s the liquor that fuels toasts, seals deals, and measures corruption—and it’s one of the most profitable businesses on the planet. In this episode…
4 months, 2 weeks ago
The Passion Trap in Modern Employment
Season 1 Episode 82
“Bring your passion!” It sounds inspiring—until it becomes a trap. In this episode, we unpack the rise of “passion” as a job requirement, and how hob…
4 months, 2 weeks ago
The Unconventional Allure of Ice Cream
Season 1 Episode 81
Is ice cream getting… weird? In this episode, we dip into the world of experimental scoops—from ketchup and cheddar creations dreamed up by British d…
4 months, 2 weeks ago
The Butter Chicken Origin Feud
Season 1 Episode 80
Who really invented butter chicken—and why does it matter so much? In this episode, we dive into one of India’s most heated culinary courtroom battle…
4 months, 2 weeks ago
India's Social Peace: Inequality, Fear, and Aspiring Classes
Season 1 Episode 79
India is one of the most unequal countries in the world—so why does social peace still hold? In this episode, we dig into the unsettling question exp…
4 months, 2 weeks ago
The Collectible Sneaker Market Deflates
Season 1 Episode 78
The sneaker resale empire has stumbled. In this episode, we unpack why once-hyped collectible sneakers—the kind that sparked bidding frenzies and eye…
4 months, 2 weeks ago