BrainStuff

By iHeartRadio

Whether the topic is popcorn or particle physics, you can count on BrainStuff to explore -- and explain -- the everyday science in the world around us.... more

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The podcast currently has 2,017 episodes available.

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June 21, 2017 Why Don't All Skeletons Become Fossils?
Skeletons of ancient animals sometimes become fossilized. But if this happened to every animal that ever lived, wouldn’t we be swimming in a sea of fossils right now? BrainStuff explains why only a fraction of animal bones turn into fossils.
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6min
June 19, 2017 Does TV Resolution Matter?
You’ve heard all the hype about high-definition TV, ultra-high definition and more. But does this mad race to jam more pixels on a screen actually matter? Tune in to learn more about the human eye and digital resolution.
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7min
June 14, 2017 What's The Most Expensive Book In The World?
Sometimes super-wealthy people like to spend millions on a single book. Which one cost the most? Hint: It’s about water and it's written backwards.
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5min
June 12, 2017 How Will You Most Likely Die?
Death is the most mysterious and inevitable part of the human experience. But how will we go? Christian takes a closer look at the most common causes of death across the globe.
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5min
June 08, 2017 Did the Brontosaurus Exist?
The Brontosaurus technically hasn't existed in the living/breathing sense of the word for 150 million years. But did it ever exist? Was this iconic dinosaur the result of misclassification?
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6min
June 05, 2017 Why is Bird Poop White?
Bird poop: It’s the bane of cars, statues, awnings and occasional hapless pedestrians across the world. But what is this stuff anyway? Why does it look so unnatural? Why is it white?
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5min
May 31, 2017 Can Your Eyes Pop Out Of Your Head When You Sneeze?
You’ve heard that if you can keep your eyes open during a sneeze, you’ll be rewarded with the sensation of both eyeballs popping out of their sockets. Is that true?
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6min
May 29, 2017 How Crowds Can Kill You
People mean well, but in high-density situations we begin to risk our safety. Learn how a crowd can turn into a deadly disaster.
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8min
May 24, 2017 How Does Agoraphobia Work?
Agoraphobia is a complicated and difficult psychological condition that is easily misunderstood. Learn about life with agoraphobia in this episode of BrainStuff.
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9min
May 22, 2017 How Do Fire Extinguishers Work?
Fire extinguishers are nearly ubiquitous, and they can be an invaluable, life-saving device. But what’s inside those little red cylinders, and how does it stop a fire?
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6min

FAQs about BrainStuff:

How many episodes does BrainStuff have?

The podcast currently has 2,017 episodes available.