The gender roles of traditional stage magicians and 'lovely assistants' can seem outdated, but behind the scenes, the work has always been pretty equal. Learn how being a magician's assistant works in this classic episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://entertainment.howstuffworks.com/arts/circus-arts/is-lovely-assistant-real-magician.htm

On this day in 1945, at the stroke of midnight, the U.S. federal government instituted a nationwide curfew on nightlife.

Today we visits McKenzies greatest fear, spontaneous human combustion! The phenomena has burned into the minds of the public for centuries. It reached its peak popularity in the 18,000s when the temperance movement used SHC as a propaganda tool. Charles Dickens even wrote about it! Even though most scientists and researchers  claimed it is impossible for a human being to suddenly burst into flames without an outside ignition source, the phenomena continued to grow. Now many scientists have tried to explain SHC through experiments. Listen along as we learn about their theories as well as the many cases of suspected spontaneous human combustion!

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Sources:

https://mysteriousuniverse.org/2021/03/the-mysterious-fiery-death-of-jeannie-saffin/

https://www.nps.gov/articles/fire-prevention-52-spontaneous-combustion.htm

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https://www.britannica.com/story/is-spontaneous-human-combustion-real

On this day in 1814, the first batch of coins to be minted in Australia was distributed for use in the penal colony of New South Wales.

Hi, This Day In History Class fans! The newest iHeart Original podcast, Big Brother: North Korea’s Forgotten Prince! It dives into the plot to assassinate the current dictator’s older brother and is hosted by actor Eden Lee. A shocking thriller and mystery that will keep you guessing but don't just take our word for it. Check out the trailer to decide for yourself!

About Big Brother: North Korea went to extreme lengths to eliminate Kim Jong Un’s older brother, culminating in the most audacious political assassination of the 21st century.

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On this day in 1989, nine passengers were killed on a flight from Hawaii to Auckland when the plane’s cargo door swung open in mid-flight.

On this day in 1885, prison authorities in Exeter, England, tried and failed to hang a prisoner.

On this day in 1861, after losing a bet, Edward Payson Weston embarked on a 478-mile walk from Boston to Washington D.C.

Flamingos work hard to keep their feathers brightly colored, inside and out. Learn how in this episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://animals.howstuffworks.com/birds/flamingos-pink-plumage-news.htm