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Diet Coke is a sugar-free soft drink produced by The Coca-Cola Company. It's a variation of the classic Coca-Cola, but instead of sugar, it uses the artificial sweetener aspartame to provide a sweet taste without the calories.  Diet sodas became popular in the 1960s and 1970s, as consumers became more health-conscious, leading to a growing demand for low-calorie alternatives to traditional sugary sodas.  Diet Coke was introduced by The Coca-Cola Company on July 9, 1982. It was developed as a new brand rather than a diet version of Coca-Cola. The idea was to create a distinct product that would appeal to consumers looking for a low-calorie option.  The introduction of Diet Coke was a major success, and it quickly became one of the leading diet sodas in the market. Its success can be attributed to its distinctive taste, effective marketing, and the growing trend towards healthier eating and drinking habits.  For nearly half a century, Diet Coke has remained a popular beverage.  At the same time, however, it has been blamed for contributing to cancer, diabetes, heart disease, and dementia.   What is the truth?  Are the risks exaggerated, and if so why?  Or… Is Diet Coke merely a refreshing treat to be enjoyed in moderation?  

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Early advertisements for the Ouija Board promised to answer questions “about the past, present and future with marvelous accuracy” and to provide a link “between the known and unknown, the material and immaterial.” This board, initially made of wood and sold for $1.50, was also referred to as a spirit or talking board. The flat board marked with letters, numbers, and other symbols, is typically used in séances and paranormal activities to communicate with spirits. Participants place their fingers on a planchette, a small heart-shaped pointer, which is believed to move around the board to spell out messages. The board has a mystique associated with it, often seen as a tool for divination or contact with the supernatural, though many consider its movements to be a result of the ideomotor effect—unconscious muscle movements by participants. So which is it? Are young girls at sleep overs just tricking themselves into thinking they are communicating with the dead? Or are Ouija boards really a tool for demonic possession as many mainstream religious groups allege?

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On April 10, 1912, the Titanic set sail for her maiden voyage across the Atlantic ocean. She was a beautiful ship, designed for British luxury, and coined the “Millionaire’s Special.” She was journeying from Southampton, England with the hope of touching shores in New York, New York, but she never made it. As many of you know, she had an unfortunate collision with the ICEBERG STRAIGHT AHEAD, and capsized in the middle of the ocean between April 14 and 15, 1912. With approximately 1500 deaths, most of which coming from the crew and the third-class passengers, it is one of the most infamous tragedies in both American and British history. 

In the early 1900’s, the shipping industry was at full peak, especially those voyages seeking to cross the Atlantic. These ships were used for trade, as well as vacations for the wealthy high socialites of that time. White Star, a company looking to enter the competition for transatlantic cruises, started construction on three large liners that would be recognized for their speed and comfort. These three vessels would be named the Olympic, the Britannica, and the Titanic. The Titanic featured a large, upscale dining room, four elevators, and a swimming pool. It had 16 compartments that included steel doors that could be closed to contain water, should the vessel be breached. The designers and builders claimed that 4 of the compartments could be filled with water and it would not affect the buoyancy of the Titanic. She would continue to float. Because of these characteristics, the Titanic was deemed “Unsinkable.” She was one of the largest and luxurious ships of her time, at 882.5 feet long and 92.5 feet wide. She had a carrying capacity of approximately 46,000 tons and weighed about 52,000 tons.  But was this horrible tragedy just an accident? Or could it be something more sinister? Could the Titanic have been launched on not only her maiden voyage, but a suicide mission? 

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In September of 2024, P. Diddy was indicted by a federal grand jury in Manhattan and charged with racketeering, sex trafficking by force, transportation for purposes of prostitution, narcotics charges, arson, assault.   He was accused with creating “ a criminal enterprise in which he abused, threatened, and coerced women and others around him to fulfill his sexual desires, protect his reputation, and conceal his conduct".  He has obviously pled not guilty and has been denied bail, so he remains in custody at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn.  On October 1, 2024, the Washington Post reported that a team of lawyers will be filing as many as 120 more lawsuits, covering assaults that took place during the 2000s and 2010s.  There are 120 plaintiffs, 25 of whom were minors with the youngest being 9 years old.  They are both male and female, and half of the alleged victims say they reported the assault to police, to a doctor, or to the FBI.  There are apparently 3,000 abuse allegations, and over 100 additional cases being actively examined.  Prosecutors announced that there are more co-defendants to be named, and they said, "The names that we're going to name, assuming our investigators confirm and corroborate what we've been told, are names that will shock you.  I'm talking here about not just the cowardly but complicit bystanders, that is those people that we know watched this behavior occur and did nothing. And I'm talking about the people that participated, encouraged it, egged it on. They know who they are."  

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Have you ever taken a pill before?  Have you ever received a prescription?  Did you think to yourself, 'is this diluted with water'?  Did you think to yourself, 'what truly is behind the theory behind this medicine'?  Today we are talking about all of the conspiracy theories surrounding Big Pharma…  People have long alleged that that pharmaceutical companies suppress cures for diseases to maintain a steady revenue from ongoing treatments. In fact, there is a belief that big pharma is actively working to suppress alternative treatments that could compete with pharmaceutical products.  Further conspiracy theories include assertions that data from drug trials are manipulated to ensure FDA approval and market success, that the government colludes to enforce regulations that favor their interests, and that big pharma influences doctors through kickbacks and promotions, which could lead to biased prescribing practices.  Today we’re going to have our resident PharmD breakdown these and other conspiracy theories.

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Today we are talking about all of the conspiracy theories surrounding Big Pharma…  People have long alleged that that pharmaceutical companies suppress cures for diseases to maintain a steady revenue from ongoing treatments. In fact, there is a belief that big pharma is actively working to suppress alternative treatments that could compete with pharmaceutical products.  Further conspiracy theories include assertions that data from drug trials are manipulated to ensure FDA approval and market success, that the government colludes to enforce regulations that favor their interests, and that big pharma influences doctors through kickbacks and promotions, which could lead to biased prescribing practices.  Today we’re going to have our resident PharmD breakdown these and other conspiracy theories.

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We are drinking some high tea and going back to England to talk about Queen Elizabeth I... not to be confused with the queen that just passed away.  RIP.  We're talking about Queen Elizabeth today because... guys... she could have been a man.  Queen Elizabeth I is the last of the Tudor monarchy in old England.  She was the daughter of the infamous King Henry VIII, and lived from 1533-1603, when she died at age 69.  She was known for being the Virgin Queen because she never took a husband, and pledged herself to the service of England.  During her reign she restored England to the Protestant Church, she executed the Queen of the Scots, Mary Stuart, and led the country to defeat the Spanish Armada.  But was Queen Elizabeth really the virgin queen?  Was it her who actually reigned for 54 years, or was it an impostor put forth to continue the Tudor dynasty?

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Have you guys ever had a childhood before? Did you ever watch movies growing up? Channel 25? Channel 54? Channel 255? These are all the Disney Channels. Today we're channeling in to Mr Walt, and the walls he hides behind.

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Tupac Shakur was one of the most iconic figures in hip-hop and is remembered for his powerful lyrics and outspoken views on social issues.  His music often addressed themes such as racial inequality, violence, and his own struggles, resonating deeply with fans around the world.   Beyond music, Tupac also had a career in acting, appearing in films like Juice, Poetic Justice, and Above the Rim.  Tupac’s life was tragically cut short when he was shot in a drive-by shooting in Las Vegas on September 7, 1996. He died from his injuries six days later on September 13, 1996, at the age of 25. The circumstances surrounding his death have led to numerous theories and speculations, involving potential connections to gang rivalries, personal disputes, and even alleged involvement by law enforcement or other figures within the music industry. Despite investigations and various theories, no one has been definitively charged or convicted in connection with his murder.  Almost 30 years later, the case remains unsolved.  As a result, many people theorize that Tupac faked his own death.  Believers point to Tupac's music and public statements, which often included themes of mortality and resilience – which they allege support such conjectures.  What really happened to Tupac on September 7, 1996?

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Today we are talking about the Ancient Egyptian pyramids.  Ancient Egypt is located in Northeastern Africa along the Nile River.  It lasted for over 3000 years from 3100 BC to 30 BC.  Fun fact for all you trivia people - this makes it the longest surviving civilization in history.  During this time, Egypt was a leading cultural and economic influence in North Africa and parts of the Levant.  It was ruled by 170 Pharaohs, and left behind many monuments, including pyramids and temples, as well as hieroglyphic writings. The civilians, rulers, languages, writing, climate, religion, and borders changed many times over the millennia, but Egypt still exists today.  The pyramids of Ancient Egypt still continue today, but the question remains - how were these magnificent pyramids built?  Their construction, especially the great pyramid of Giza, is one of the most fascinating and enduring mysteries of ancient engineering.  There are two major theories that have been discussed.  One is that they were put here by the aliens, along with the Egyptians.  Two is that slaves actually built the Egyptian pyramids.  

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