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Curiosity Daily Podcast: Gates of Hell, Cancer Clues, Hidden Jungle Cities

Today we discuss how a fiery pit in Turkmenistan has been burning for more than 50 years, new clues to the origins of cancer, and how ancient cities are hiding beneath the cover of forest canopies.

September 22, 2022

Gates of Hell

Cancer Clues

Hidden Jungle Cities

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