Curiosity Daily Podcast: There’s No Such Thing as a Hypoallergenic Dog

Learn about why there’s no such thing as a hypoallergenic dog; why you should praise kids for their work ethic, not their smarts; and why you should never put coffee grounds in your garden.

March 30, 2021

Episode Show Notes:

There's no such thing as a hypoallergenic dog by Grant Currin

Here's Why You Should Praise Kids for Their Work Ethic, Not Their Smarts by Ashley Hamer

Whatever You Do, Don't Put Coffee Grounds in Your Garden originally aired May 14, 2018 https://omny.fm/shows/curiosity-daily/types-of-narcissists-don-t-garden-with-coffee-grou

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