http://www.howstuffworks.com/ If you've ever wondered how to survive a shark attack or power a car with salt water, then this is the podcast for you. Join the irrepressibly curious HowStuffWorks.com writers as they present this and more stuff you should know. en-us Copyright 2008 HowStuffWorks.com Wed, 03 Dec 2008 21:27:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com podcast@howstuffworks.com 60 Society & Culture podcast@howstuffworks.com HowStuffWorks.com HowStuffWorks.com no how stuff works, howstuffworks, how it works, stuff you should know Stuff You Should Know If you've ever wondered how to survive a shark attack or power a car with salt water, then this is the podcast for you. Join the irrepressibly curious HowStuffWorks.com writers as they present this and more stuff you should know. http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/images/1220881601184stuff-you-should-know.jpg http://www.howstuffworks.com/ http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1228321000150hsw-sysk-guerrilla-gardening.mp3 You've heard of guerrilla fighting tactics, but how much do you know about guerrilla gardening? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about this "revolutionary" gardening trend. Society & Culture Thu, 04 Dec 2008 13:00:00 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1228321000150hsw-sysk-guerrilla-gardening.mp3 00:17:36 no HowStuffWorks, stuff, guerrilla gardening, England, New York, Diggers, seed bombs, Richard Reynolds You've heard of guerrilla fighting tactics, but how much do you know about guerrilla gardening? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about this "revolutionary" gardening trend. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1227558121703hsw-sysk-ocd.mp3 Obsessive-compulsive disorder is an anxiety disorder characterized by obsessive thoughts and compulsive actions. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the effects of and treatments for OCD. Society & Culture Tue, 02 Dec 2008 13:00:00 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1227558121703hsw-sysk-ocd.mp3 00:15:40 no obsessive-compulsive disorder, OCD, howstuffworks, hsw, how stuff works, stuff you should know, mental disorder Obsessive-compulsive disorder is an anxiety disorder characterized by obsessive thoughts and compulsive actions. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the effects of and treatments for OCD. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1227126229620hsw-sysk-thanksgiving.mp3 Thanksgiving is an unusual holiday in America -- there's no religious connotation, and the only traditions are a good meal and a sense of appreciation for the good things in life. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about Thanksgiving. Society & Culture Thu, 27 Nov 2008 13:00:00 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1227126229620hsw-sysk-thanksgiving.mp3 00:19:56 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, stuffyoushouldknow, thanksgiving, turkey, thanksgiving day Thanksgiving is an unusual holiday in America -- there's no religious connotation, and the only traditions are a good meal and a sense of appreciation for the good things in life. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about Thanksgiving. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1227126173022hsw-sysk-einsteins-brain.mp3 Albert Einstein is one of the world's most recognizable geniuses. But was his brain any different from that of an average person? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about Thomas Harvey, the man who set out to decipher Einstein's brain. Society & Culture Tue, 25 Nov 2008 13:00:00 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1227126173022hsw-sysk-einsteins-brain.mp3 00:18:23 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, stuffyoushouldknow, brain, einstein's brain, albert einstein, einstein Albert Einstein is one of the world's most recognizable geniuses. But was his brain any different from that of an average person? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about Thomas Harvey, the man who set out to decipher Einstein's brain. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1227034359883hsw-sysk-corporation-person_1.mp3 Corporate personhood is an ancient legal custom tracing back to Roman law, whereby a corporation is legally considered a person. Society & Culture Thu, 20 Nov 2008 13:00:00 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1227034359883hsw-sysk-corporation-person_1.mp3 00:16:21 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, corporation, limited liability corporation, business, business, stuff you should know, sysk Corporate personhood is an ancient legal custom tracing back to Roman law, whereby a corporation is legally considered a person. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1226943422352hsw-sysk-eco-anxiety.mp3 Eco-anxiety -- a chronic fear of environmental doom -- is a recent, specialized type of anxiety disorder gripping an estimated 40 million people in the United States. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about eco-anxiety. Society & Culture Tue, 18 Nov 2008 13:00:18 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1226943422352hsw-sysk-eco-anxiety.mp3 00:14:52 no howstuffworks, hsw, stuff you should know, sysk, eco-anxiety, ecosystem, pollution, global warming Eco-anxiety -- a chronic fear of environmental doom -- is a recent, specialized type of anxiety disorder gripping an estimated 40 million people in the United States. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about eco-anxiety. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1226503729937hsw-sysk-fda-herbal-supps.mp3 For thousands of years, societies across the globe have used herbs as medicine. While this practice continues today, the FDA does not regulate these potent substances. Find out why the FDA can't regulate herbal supplements in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Society & Culture Thu, 13 Nov 2008 13:00:00 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1226503729937hsw-sysk-fda-herbal-supps.mp3 00:13:17 no stuff you should know, sysk, howstuffworks, hsw, herbal supplement, herbal supplements, herbs, fda For thousands of years, societies across the globe have used herbs as medicine. While this practice continues today, the FDA does not regulate these potent substances. Find out why the FDA can't regulate herbal supplements in this HowStuffWorks podcast. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1226414285078hsw-sysk-cia-lsd.mp3 As more and more time passes, the Freedom of Information Act provides increasingly disturbing stories of illegal CIA operations. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about MKULTRA and illegal CIA operations in the United States. Society & Culture Tue, 11 Nov 2008 14:55:00 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1226414285078hsw-sysk-cia-lsd.mp3 00:26:44 no stuff you should know, sysk, howstuffworks, hsw, MKULTRA, CIA, conspiracy, george hunter white, barbara newsome As more and more time passes, the Freedom of Information Act provides increasingly disturbing stories of illegal CIA operations. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about MKULTRA and illegal CIA operations in the United States. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1225394890350hsw-sysk-mortgage-securities.mp3 The 2008 US financial crisis has been blamed on the excessive use of mortgage-backed securities. But what exactly is a mortgage-backed security? Learn more about these securities and how they contributed to the crisis in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Society & Culture Thu, 06 Nov 2008 13:00:00 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1225394890350hsw-sysk-mortgage-securities.mp3 00:20:38 no howstuffworks, hsw, mortgage security, economy, mortgage, economic downturn, bailout, stuff you should know, sysk The 2008 US financial crisis has been blamed on the excessive use of mortgage-backed securities. But what exactly is a mortgage-backed security? Learn more about these securities and how they contributed to the crisis in this HowStuffWorks podcast. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1225307906048hsw-sysk-groom-carrry-bride.mp3 Marriage is an ancient custom, and today's wedding practices come from age-old traditions. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the history behind marriage traditions. Society & Culture Tue, 04 Nov 2008 13:00:00 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1225307906048hsw-sysk-groom-carrry-bride.mp3 00:12:36 no stuff you should know, sysk, howstuffworks, marriage, matrimony, Marriage is an ancient custom, and today's wedding practices come from age-old traditions. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the history behind marriage traditions. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1225309852230hsw-sysk-prayer-healing.mp3 Studies have shown that prayer has a positive effect on individuals, but can your prayer heal someone else? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to find out how science weighs in on the power of intercessory prayer -- and if it should at all. Society & Culture Thu, 30 Oct 2008 12:00:00 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1225309852230hsw-sysk-prayer-healing.mp3 00:17:06 no howstuffworks, prayer, healing, intercessory prayer, Randolph Bird, study, heart, science, religion, stuff Studies have shown that prayer has a positive effect on individuals, but can your prayer heal someone else? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to find out how science weighs in on the power of intercessory prayer -- and if it should at all. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1225217301725hsw-sysk-free-market-2.mp3 Prices in a free market are determined by the law of supply and demand, yet the US government has recently given billions of dollars to rescue large corporations. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn whether or not the US is still a free market. Society & Culture Tue, 28 Oct 2008 18:18:00 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1225217301725hsw-sysk-free-market-2.mp3 00:16:40 no stuff you should know, sysk, howstuffworks, free market, bailout, finance, wall street Prices in a free market are determined by the law of supply and demand, yet the US government has recently given billions of dollars to rescue large corporations. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn whether or not the US is still a free market. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1224690947881hsw-sysk-tibet-altitude-sickness.mp3 Due to the region's elevation, the average traveler to Tibet often experiences altitude sickness -- a condition caused by a lack of oxygen in the blood. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn how Tibetans have adapted to life in high altitudes. Society & Culture Thu, 23 Oct 2008 12:00:00 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1224690947881hsw-sysk-tibet-altitude-sickness.mp3 00:12:38 no stuff you should know, sysk, howstuffworks, altitude sickness, tibet, adaptation, hypoxia Due to the region's elevation, the average traveler to Tibet often experiences altitude sickness -- a condition caused by a lack of oxygen in the blood. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn how Tibetans have adapted to life in high altitudes. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1224601081881hsw-sysk-govt-bailout.mp3 The economy imploded as US banks reaped the consequences of subprime mortgage trades. Controversially, Congress has provided emergency funding for the banks. Learn more about the agreement between Washington and Wall Street in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Society & Culture Tue, 21 Oct 2008 15:38:38 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1224601081881hsw-sysk-govt-bailout.mp3 00:23:54 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, bailout, bail out, finance, economy, US economy The economy imploded as US banks reaped the consequences of subprime mortgage trades. Controversially, Congress has provided emergency funding for the banks. Learn more about the agreement between Washington and Wall Street in this HowStuffWorks podcast. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1223404071041hsw-sysk-living-off-grid.mp3 If you're tired of paying utility bills or relying on fossil fuels, it might be time to consider living off the grid. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the techniques and strategies used by people living off the grid. Society & Culture Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:00:00 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1223404071041hsw-sysk-living-off-grid.mp3 00:13:53 no stuff you should know, sysk, howstuffworks, how stuff works, living off the grid, alternative energy If you're tired of paying utility bills or relying on fossil fuels, it might be time to consider living off the grid. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the techniques and strategies used by people living off the grid. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1223404009334hsw-sysk-mass-extinction.mp3 Is Earth due for a mass extinction? Population ecologists think so. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more mass extinctions. Society & Culture Tue, 14 Oct 2008 12:00:00 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1223404009334hsw-sysk-mass-extinction.mp3 00:11:05 no stuff you should know, sysk, howstuffworks, how stuff works, extinction, mass extinction Is Earth due for a mass extinction? Population ecologists think so. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more mass extinctions. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1223045975862hsw-sysk-cannibalism.mp3 Cannibalism is one of humanity's near-universal taboos, but it has been practiced in widely varying circumstances throughout history. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn the difference between the three types of cannibalism. Society & Culture Thu, 09 Oct 2008 12:00:00 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1223045975862hsw-sysk-cannibalism.mp3 00:18:31 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, sysk, cannibalism, autophagy, claude neal Cannibalism is one of humanity's near-universal taboos, but it has been practiced in widely varying circumstances throughout history. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn the difference between the three types of cannibalism. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1222783571787hsw-sysk-entomophagy.mp3 Entomophagy -- the practice of eating insects -- is common outside of Europe and North America. Despite cultural taboos, you've probably eaten insects without knowing it. Check out our HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about entomophagy. Society & Culture Tue, 07 Oct 2008 12:00:00 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1222783571787hsw-sysk-entomophagy.mp3 00:15:26 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, entomophagy, insect eating, eating insects Entomophagy -- the practice of eating insects -- is common outside of Europe and North America. Despite cultural taboos, you've probably eaten insects without knowing it. Check out our HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about entomophagy. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1222783506720hsw-sysk-china-pollution-sniffers.mp3 In China's Guangdong province, twelve volunteers have been trained to detect harmful pollution by using their sense of smell. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about China's pollution sniffers. Society & Culture Thu, 02 Oct 2008 12:00:00 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1222783506720hsw-sysk-china-pollution-sniffers.mp3 00:13:46 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, china, smell, nasa, feral dog project In China's Guangdong province, twelve volunteers have been trained to detect harmful pollution by using their sense of smell. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about China's pollution sniffers. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1222708807044hsw-sysk-delta-force.mp3 With the world's best weaponry, a shadowy legal status, and almost no oversight, Delta Force is the stuff of military legend. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn why Delta Force was created, and how this group works. Society & Culture Tue, 30 Sep 2008 12:00:00 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1222708807044hsw-sysk-delta-force.mp3 00:20:05 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, sysk, delta force, army, special forces With the world's best weaponry, a shadowy legal status, and almost no oversight, Delta Force is the stuff of military legend. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn why Delta Force was created, and how this group works. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1222347540067hsw-sysk-graceland.mp3 Graceland attracts millions of visitors every year. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about Elvis and Graceland, which Elvis bought when he was only 22 years old. Society & Culture Thu, 25 Sep 2008 13:10:00 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1222347540067hsw-sysk-graceland.mp3 00:16:52 no brainstuff, howstuffworks, how stuff works, brain stuff, anti-siphon valve, antisiphon valve, Graceland attracts millions of visitors every year. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about Elvis and Graceland, which Elvis bought when he was only 22 years old. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1222112991297hsw-sysk-quitting-smoking.mp3 Everyone knows it's tough to quit smoking -- but did you know quitting can be contagious? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about smoking. Society & Culture Tue, 23 Sep 2008 12:00:00 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1222112991297hsw-sysk-quitting-smoking.mp3 00:20:30 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, sysk, hard to quit smoking, nicotine, addiction Everyone knows it's tough to quit smoking -- but did you know quitting can be contagious? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about smoking. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1221674091991hsw-sysk-erase-identity.mp3 Everyone dreams of snagging a fresh start at life. Whether you've thought of changing your dull given name, or just disappearing entirely, this HowStuffWorks podcast will tell you what it takes to erase your identity. Society & Culture Thu, 18 Sep 2008 12:00:00 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1221674091991hsw-sysk-erase-identity.mp3 00:11:05 no stuff you should know, sysk, how stuff works, howstuffworks, erase identity, erasing identity, name change Everyone dreams of snagging a fresh start at life. Whether you've thought of changing your dull given name, or just disappearing entirely, this HowStuffWorks podcast will tell you what it takes to erase your identity. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1221067381178hsw-sysk-ultimatum-game.mp3 The ultimatum game is an economics experiment that provides insight into the human psyche. Check out our HowStuffWorks podcast to learn about the rules to the ultimatum game. Society & Culture Tue, 16 Sep 2008 12:03:55 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1221067381178hsw-sysk-ultimatum-game.mp3 00:13:10 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, ultimatum game, economics experiment, economics experiment The ultimatum game is an economics experiment that provides insight into the human psyche. Check out our HowStuffWorks podcast to learn about the rules to the ultimatum game. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1221067296382sysk-live-underground.mp3 Humanity has adapted to life on the surface. We like sunlight and fresh air -- but do we need it to survive? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about living underground. Society & Culture Thu, 11 Sep 2008 12:04:55 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1221067296382sysk-live-underground.mp3 00:15:53 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, live underground, living underground, subterranean living Humanity has adapted to life on the surface. We like sunlight and fresh air -- but do we need it to survive? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about living underground. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1220641799640sysk-importance-of-sleep.mp3 Sleep is one of those funny things about being a human being -- you just have to do it. Have you ever wondered why? Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about the importance of sleep. Society & Culture Tue, 09 Sep 2008 12:03:41 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1220641799640sysk-importance-of-sleep.mp3 00:13:09 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, sleep, REM, dream, sleep deprivation Sleep is one of those funny things about being a human being -- you just have to do it. Have you ever wondered why? Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about the importance of sleep. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1220455305760sysk-deodorant-antiperspirant.mp3 The function of antiperspirant and deodorant is to prevent sweat or to mask the scent of body odor. Learn about the function of antiperspirant and deodorant in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Society & Culture Thu, 04 Sep 2008 12:01:18 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1220455305760sysk-deodorant-antiperspirant.mp3 00:14:46 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, antiperspirant deodorant, deodorant types The function of antiperspirant and deodorant is to prevent sweat or to mask the scent of body odor. Learn about the function of antiperspirant and deodorant in this HowStuffWorks podcast. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1220363278568sysk-worst-way-die.mp3 But there's no consensus among professionals about which method of death is the least desirable. A person's fears may factor into his own personal worst way to die. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about the worst way to die. Society & Culture Tue, 02 Sep 2008 13:56:08 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1220363278568sysk-worst-way-die.mp3 00:14:48 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, sysk, death, thanatology, worst way to die But there's no consensus among professionals about which method of death is the least desirable. A person's fears may factor into his own personal worst way to die. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about the worst way to die. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1218576073087sysk-smart-mobs.mp3 With the benefit of wireless technologies like cell phones and text messaging, large groups of people are able to coordinate their actions with amazing precision. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast about smart mobs and civil disobedience. Society & Culture Thu, 28 Aug 2008 12:00:26 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1218576073087sysk-smart-mobs.mp3 00:16:00 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, smart mob, flash mob With the benefit of wireless technologies like cell phones and text messaging, large groups of people are able to coordinate their actions with amazing precision. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast about smart mobs and civil disobedience. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1218576029423sysk-robot-wedding.mp3 Some researchers believe that weddings between a human and a robot could be possible by the year 2050. Take a look at our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about robot rights. Society & Culture Tue, 26 Aug 2008 12:00:26 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1218576029423sysk-robot-wedding.mp3 00:14:57 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, robot, robot rights, robot marriage Some researchers believe that weddings between a human and a robot could be possible by the year 2050. Take a look at our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about robot rights. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1219093435157sysk-blood-pressure.mp3 High blood pressure -- or hypertension -- is elevated pressure of the blood in the arteries. Hypertension results from two major factors. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about the causes of and treatment for hypertension. Society & Culture Thu, 21 Aug 2008 12:00:54 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1219093435157sysk-blood-pressure.mp3 00:13:49 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, hypertension, high blood pressure High blood pressure -- or hypertension -- is elevated pressure of the blood in the arteries. Hypertension results from two major factors. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about the causes of and treatment for hypertension. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1218576117453sysk-wired-to-survive.mp3 Are humans born with survival instincts? Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about human instincts and survival. Society & Culture Tue, 19 Aug 2008 12:00:26 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1218576117453sysk-wired-to-survive.mp3 00:13:06 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, Are humans born with survival instincts? Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about human instincts and survival. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1218575977902sysk-10-bungled-crimes.mp3 Ten terribly bungled crimes throughout history are explored, such as drug deals gone wrong. Find out which ones are at the top of the list for Josh and Chuck in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Society & Culture Thu, 14 Aug 2008 14:52:28 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1218575977902sysk-10-bungled-crimes.mp3 00:11:11 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, bungled crimes, crime, bad criminals Ten terribly bungled crimes throughout history are explored, such as drug deals gone wrong. Find out which ones are at the top of the list for Josh and Chuck in this HowStuffWorks podcast. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1217601982236sysk-scuba-cat.mp3 Millions of people across the world enjoy scuba diving -- and, unbelievably enough, a few pets have also taken up this hobby. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about how a cat's devotion to her best friend got her underwater. Society & Culture Tue, 12 Aug 2008 22:11:35 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1217601982236sysk-scuba-cat.mp3 00:13:17 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, scuba cat Millions of people across the world enjoy scuba diving -- and, unbelievably enough, a few pets have also taken up this hobby. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about how a cat's devotion to her best friend got her underwater. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1217602025134sysk-torture-manual.mp3 In May of 2007, the US military found drawings believed to be part of an Al-Qaida torture manual. However, the seminal manuals on torture are believed to be the work of the CIA. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about torture manuals. Society & Culture Fri, 08 Aug 2008 13:08:26 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1217602025134sysk-torture-manual.mp3 00:07:24 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, torture, torture manual In May of 2007, the US military found drawings believed to be part of an Al-Qaida torture manual. However, the seminal manuals on torture are believed to be the work of the CIA. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about torture manuals. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1217601929387sysk-real-fight-club.mp3 The 1996 Chuck Palahniuk novel, "Fight Club," has been blamed -- and lauded -- by various groups for inspiring several real-life fight clubs. Take a look at our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about real-life fight clubs. Technology Tue, 05 Aug 2008 12:04:40 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1217601929387sysk-real-fight-club.mp3 00:07:17 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, fight club, real fight club The 1996 Chuck Palahniuk novel, "Fight Club," has been blamed -- and lauded -- by various groups for inspiring several real-life fight clubs. Take a look at our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about real-life fight clubs. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1217274987434sysk-run-out-water.mp3 In 1995, World Bank vice president Ismail Serageldin declared that "the wars of the next century will be about water." Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn what happens once we run out of water. Society & Culture Thu, 31 Jul 2008 12:08:37 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1217274987434sysk-run-out-water.mp3 00:12:43 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, water crisis, water In 1995, World Bank vice president Ismail Serageldin declared that "the wars of the next century will be about water." Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn what happens once we run out of water. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1217365548248sysk-knife-hunting-2.mp3 Fair chase is the idea that a balance should be struck between the hunter's ability to kill prey and the prey's ability escape. Take a look at our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about knife hunting, and whether or not it's the fairest way to hunt. Society & Culture Tue, 29 Jul 2008 21:08:46 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1217365548248sysk-knife-hunting-2.mp3 00:06:50 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, knife hunting, hunting Fair chase is the idea that a balance should be struck between the hunter's ability to kill prey and the prey's ability escape. Take a look at our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about knife hunting, and whether or not it's the fairest way to hunt. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1216921713205sysk-blushing.mp3 Blushing from embarrassment is governed by the sympathetic nervous system, which governs involuntary processes. Although we know how people blush, we still don't understand why. Check out the theories of blushing in our HowStuffWorks article. Society & Culture Thu, 24 Jul 2008 17:58:02 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1216921713205sysk-blushing.mp3 00:06:48 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, blushing, blush Blushing from embarrassment is governed by the sympathetic nervous system, which governs involuntary processes. Although we know how people blush, we still don't understand why. Check out the theories of blushing in our HowStuffWorks article. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1216673742258sysk-carbon-capture.mp3 Carbon capture is the process of trapping carbon emissions and storing them away from the atmosphere to prevent global warming. Check out our carbon capture article at HowStuffWorks.com to learn more about the possibility of reducing carbon emissions. Society & Culture Tue, 22 Jul 2008 18:02:25 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1216673742258sysk-carbon-capture.mp3 00:07:10 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, carbon capture, oil, carbon storage Carbon capture is the process of trapping carbon emissions and storing them away from the atmosphere to prevent global warming. Check out our carbon capture article at HowStuffWorks.com to learn more about the possibility of reducing carbon emissions. http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1216235069209sysk-shark-favorite-meal.mp3 In 2005, The Sun reported that dogs were being used as live bait in the Indian Ocean. Is it possible that dogs are a delicacy to sharks? Take a look at our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about the diet of sharks. Society & Culture Thu, 17 Jul 2008 20:23:05 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1216235069209sysk-shark-favorite-meal.mp3 00:05:32 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, shark, dog, shark bait, chum, fishing In 2005, The Sun reported that dogs were being used as live bait in the Indian Ocean. Is it possible that dogs are a delicacy to sharks? Take a look at our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about the diet of sharks. http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1216235015719sysk-shark-eye-gouge.mp3 Although it can be intimidating, a shark is not invulnerable. Punching its nose, gouging its eyes, or grabbing its gills can stun the shark and give victims a chance to escape. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about shark attacks. Society & Culture Tue, 15 Jul 2008 20:24:05 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1216235015719sysk-shark-eye-gouge.mp3 00:05:40 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, shark, shark attack, ampullae, self-defense, jaws Although it can be intimidating, a shark is not invulnerable. Punching its nose, gouging its eyes, or grabbing its gills can stun the shark and give victims a chance to escape. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about shark attacks. http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215463602995sysk-jack-ripper-artist.mp3 The unsolved murder spree of Jack the Ripper has captivated generations of amateur investigators, each with their own theory of the killer's identity. Learn more about one particularly thought-provoking suspect in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Society & Culture Thu, 10 Jul 2008 18:11:06 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215463602995sysk-jack-ripper-artist.mp3 00:05:43 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, jack the ripper, prostitute, serial killer, murder, homicide, forensics, The unsolved murder spree of Jack the Ripper has captivated generations of amateur investigators, each with their own theory of the killer's identity. Learn more about one particularly thought-provoking suspect in this HowStuffWorks podcast. http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215463561643sysk-new-taxi.mp3 Personal rapid transport combines the best traits of subways and taxis, and costs less to build than light rail. Could this be the future of transportation? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast and learn more about personal rapid transport. Society & Culture Mon, 07 Jul 2008 18:26:06 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215463561643sysk-new-taxi.mp3 00:05:50 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, personal rapid transport, prt, subway, taxi, public transport, light rail, peak oil, future technology Personal rapid transport combines the best traits of subways and taxis, and costs less to build than light rail. Could this be the future of transportation? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast and learn more about personal rapid transport. http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1216234952230sysk-abandoned-city.mp3 Cities can become abandoned for a number of reasons, from economic meltdowns to nuclear catastrophes. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast and learn more about modern abandoned cities. Society & Culture Tue, 01 Jul 2008 20:25:05 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1216234952230sysk-abandoned-city.mp3 00:05:30 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, abandonment, detroit, ukraine, centralia, nuclear disaster, urbanization Cities can become abandoned for a number of reasons, from economic meltdowns to nuclear catastrophes. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast and learn more about modern abandoned cities. http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215463322391sysk-murphys-law.mp3 Murphy's law originates in 1949, and states 'anything that can go wrong, will.' Check out this HowStuffWorks to learn more about how the Air Force discovered Murphy's law. Society & Culture Tue, 01 Jul 2008 18:16:06 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215463322391sysk-murphys-law.mp3 00:05:30 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, Murphy's Law, air force, pessimism, stuff you should know Murphy's law originates in 1949, and states 'anything that can go wrong, will.' Check out this HowStuffWorks to learn more about how the Air Force discovered Murphy's law. http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215463405219sysk-death-proof-car.mp3 Could high-end digital auto systems such as blind-spot detection and collision prevention overcome the errors of human drivers? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the death-proof cars of the future. Society & Culture Thu, 26 Jun 2008 18:21:06 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215463405219sysk-death-proof-car.mp3 00:05:08 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, death-proof car, digital computers, volvo, car, car accident, collision, car safety, traffic Could high-end digital auto systems such as blind-spot detection and collision prevention overcome the errors of human drivers? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the death-proof cars of the future. http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215463453460sysk-oil-shale.mp3 Oil shale is a term for oil trapped in rock, rather than existing in liquid form. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the nature of oil shale. Society & Culture Tue, 24 Jun 2008 18:31:06 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215463453460sysk-oil-shale.mp3 00:05:16 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, oil shale, peak oil, oil, energy crisis Oil shale is a term for oil trapped in rock, rather than existing in liquid form. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the nature of oil shale. http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215462430900sysk-swearing-at-work.mp3 Swear words are usually considered workplace taboos -- yet the debate continues over whether these words are inappropriate, or examples of free speech. Learn more about using swear words at work in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Society & Culture Fri, 20 Jun 2008 18:12:06 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215462430900sysk-swearing-at-work.mp3 00:05:08 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, swear words, curse, cursing, ass, shit, hell, damn, taboo, free speech Swear words are usually considered workplace taboos -- yet the debate continues over whether these words are inappropriate, or examples of free speech. Learn more about using swear words at work in this HowStuffWorks podcast. http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215463281477sysk-manufacture-water.mp3 The United Nations has found that 22% of the world's population does not have access to clean drinking water. Could we fix the water shortage by manufacturing water? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about manufacturing water. Society & Culture Wed, 18 Jun 2008 18:22:06 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215463281477sysk-manufacture-water.mp3 00:05:40 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, manufacturing water, aquamagic, water, humidity, purifying water, stuff you should know The United Nations has found that 22% of the world's population does not have access to clean drinking water. Could we fix the water shortage by manufacturing water? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about manufacturing water. http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215463241875sysk-most-expensive-toilet.mp3 The most expensive toilet in the world is made of solid gold and can be found in Hong Kong. Learn more about the world's most expensive toilet in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Society & Culture Thu, 12 Jun 2008 18:15:06 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215463241875sysk-most-expensive-toilet.mp3 00:05:09 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, most expensive toilet, world's most expensive toilet, hang fung gold toile The most expensive toilet in the world is made of solid gold and can be found in Hong Kong. Learn more about the world's most expensive toilet in this HowStuffWorks podcast. http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215463196711sysk-salt-water-fuel.mp3 Salt water fuel could be the next viable alternative to foreign oil. Learn about the ongoing research behind the concept of salt water fuel in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Society & Culture Tue, 10 Jun 2008 18:27:06 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215463196711sysk-salt-water-fuel.mp3 00:05:27 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, salt water fuel, salt water fuel for cars, salt water fuel research Salt water fuel could be the next viable alternative to foreign oil. Learn about the ongoing research behind the concept of salt water fuel in this HowStuffWorks podcast. http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215463154282sysk-eye-tornado.mp3 In recorded history, only two people have entered the eye of a tornado and returned to tell the tale. Learn more about the inside of tornadoes in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Society & Culture Thu, 05 Jun 2008 18:19:06 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215463154282sysk-eye-tornado.mp3 00:05:48 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, tornado, tornadoes, natural disaster, cyclone, twister, funnel cloud In recorded history, only two people have entered the eye of a tornado and returned to tell the tale. Learn more about the inside of tornadoes in this HowStuffWorks podcast. http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215462200131sysk-contagious-yawning.mp3 Yawning is contagious, but why? Check out the leading theories on contagious yawning and empathy in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Society & Culture Tue, 03 Jun 2008 18:29:06 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215462200131sysk-contagious-yawning.mp3 00:05:46 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, contagious yawning, sneezing, empathy Yawning is contagious, but why? Check out the leading theories on contagious yawning and empathy in this HowStuffWorks podcast. http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215462920122sysk-hysterical-strength.mp3 During times of emergency, people have been known to preform feats of great strength. Learn more about going from the dull stare of the dairy cow to the eye of the tiger in seconds flat. Society & Culture Thu, 29 May 2008 18:34:06 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215462920122sysk-hysterical-strength.mp3 00:05:37 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, hysterical strength, fight, flight, sympathetic nervous system, stress, adrenalyn, bootsie During times of emergency, people have been known to preform feats of great strength. Learn more about going from the dull stare of the dairy cow to the eye of the tiger in seconds flat. http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215462155358sysk-anti-bacterial-soap.mp3 Could the routine use of antibacterial soap increase the presence of drug-resistant bacteria in your home? Learn more about the disadvantages of anti-bacterial soap in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Society & Culture Wed, 28 May 2008 18:32:06 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215462155358sysk-anti-bacterial-soap.mp3 00:05:23 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, anti-bacterial soap, drug-resistant bacteria, antimicrobial Could the routine use of antibacterial soap increase the presence of drug-resistant bacteria in your home? Learn more about the disadvantages of anti-bacterial soap in this HowStuffWorks podcast. http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215462882395sysk-gum-seven-years.mp3 Does gum really stay in your stomach for Seven Years? Josh and Chuck take on the parental myth of gum swollowing. Society & Culture Thu, 22 May 2008 18:28:06 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215462882395sysk-gum-seven-years.mp3 00:05:40 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, gum, digestion, eat, alamo, santa anna, chickle, taffy, stomach, seven, years Does gum really stay in your stomach for Seven Years? Josh and Chuck take on the parental myth of gum swollowing. http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215462245732sysk-dog-best-friend.mp3 Check out the story of Hachiko, a loyal Akita who waited for over ten years for his master to return. Learn more about Hachiko and loyalty in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Society & Culture Tue, 20 May 2008 18:14:06 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215462245732sysk-dog-best-friend.mp3 00:05:04 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, loyalty, dogs, canine, Hachiko Check out the story of Hachiko, a loyal Akita who waited for over ten years for his master to return. Learn more about Hachiko and loyalty in this HowStuffWorks podcast. http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215462300518sysk-evolve-in-isolation.mp3 How does isolation spur evolution? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about speciation and evolution. Society & Culture Thu, 15 May 2008 18:33:06 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215462300518sysk-evolve-in-isolation.mp3 00:04:57 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, speciation, evolution, isolation, bears, polar bear, black bear, evolutionary bottleneck How does isolation spur evolution? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about speciation and evolution. http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215463116554sysk-oj-toothpaste.mp3 Why does toothpaste make orange juice taste bad? Chuck recounts his first-hand experience, and how it works. Society & Culture Tue, 13 May 2008 18:30:06 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215463116554sysk-oj-toothpaste.mp3 00:05:27 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, orange juice, toothpaste, toung, flavor, sweet, salty, bitter, sour, umami Why does toothpaste make orange juice taste bad? Chuck recounts his first-hand experience, and how it works. http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215462473221sysk-trolley-problem.mp3 The trolley problem is an ethical dilemma that proposes a difficult decision about choosing whether a group of strangers lives or dies. Learn more about ethics and the nature of sacrifice in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Society & Culture Tue, 06 May 2008 18:25:06 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215462473221sysk-trolley-problem.mp3 00:05:38 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, trolley problem, ethics, morality, philosophy, sacrifice The trolley problem is an ethical dilemma that proposes a difficult decision about choosing whether a group of strangers lives or dies. Learn more about ethics and the nature of sacrifice in this HowStuffWorks podcast. http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215462840402sysk-sympathy-pregnancy-2.mp3 Sympathy pregnancy is the condition where a man feels pregnant while his wife actually is. Learn more about the symptoms for sympathy pregnancy in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Society & Culture Tue, 06 May 2008 18:18:06 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215462840402sysk-sympathy-pregnancy-2.mp3 00:05:39 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, sympathy pregnancy, couvade syndrome, sympathy pregnancy Sympathy pregnancy is the condition where a man feels pregnant while his wife actually is. Learn more about the symptoms for sympathy pregnancy in this HowStuffWorks podcast. http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215462786022sysk-nazi-war-criminals.mp3 After the close of World War II, Nazi war criminals fled Europe and attempted to hide under assumed identities. Some may still be at large. Learn more about Nazi war criminals in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Society & Culture Wed, 30 Apr 2008 18:20:06 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215462786022sysk-nazi-war-criminals.mp3 00:04:59 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, Nazi war criminals, Nazi party, World War II After the close of World War II, Nazi war criminals fled Europe and attempted to hide under assumed identities. Some may still be at large. Learn more about Nazi war criminals in this HowStuffWorks podcast. http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215462738890sysk-unselfish-acts.mp3 Is there such a thing as a truly unselfish act? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast and learn more about the nature of altruism. 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Society & Culture Thu, 17 Apr 2008 18:17:06 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215462384378sysk-lame-duck.mp3 00:05:23 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, president, lame duck, U.S. government, executive branch, President George W. Bush In U.S. politics, a lame duck is a president who will not be re-elected because he or she has been passed over for election, or already served the maximum two terms. Learn more about the origin of lame duck presidents in this HowStuffWorks podcast. http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215462342838sysk-grassoline.mp3 Could switch grass become the car fuel of the future? Learn more about alternative fuel in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Society & Culture Thu, 17 Apr 2008 18:13:06 GMT HowStuffWorks.com http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215462342838sysk-grassoline.mp3 00:05:18 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, stuff you should know, humor, trivia, culture, society, grassoline, oil, alternative energy, switch grass, ethanol Could switch grass become the car fuel of the future? Learn more about alternative fuel in this HowStuffWorks podcast.