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If you've ever seen the movie "Imitation Game" you're probably familiar with the code used by the Germans during WWII.  But did you know cracking this code would eventually pave the way to creating modern-day computers?  Then we go meta: discussing wifi (what on earth even is it?) and how the internet exists. 

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Is customer service dead?  Have "Karens" and the minimum wage destroyed all morale for these employees?  We also discuss Yelp-- Mandy's favorite website and social media.  Maybe we need to set up a podcast Yelp account instead of the website we are working on...  let us know ;) 

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Do YOU think it's vain to personalize your license plate?  If your name is Gibson, then you just might think yes.  We discuss the different prices for vanity plates around the world, what's legally allowed on one, and why some people so badly want to sum up their lives in 7 characters or less.  

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Is the study of Fine Arts important?  (Spoiler alert, yes it is.)  Mandy and Gibson discuss why the arts are an integral part of society and why it's okay if you don't like every medium of art, as long as you still indulge in your creative side! 

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Globalization: Good?  Bad?  Maybe a little of both?  Even though 35 minutes is not NEARLY enough time to tackle this complicated topic, we attempt to throw around some curious ideas about globalization.  What constitutes cultural diffusion and is it spicing up the world or making it more monotonous?  

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If you are anything like Mandy you probably have asked yourself this question: What even makes a good movie??!  Like, isn't it all just up to personal opinion? Join us this time to learn what makes a movie "good" or "bad."  We discuss how movie rating systems work, what compelling storytelling looks like, and why movies need to stop blowing up New York City.

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This week we are diving deep into space and discovering the most unproven accepted theory in science-- DARK MATTER.  What is this mystery material and how come we may never be able to prove its existence?  Then we dive into the ethics of placing higher funding in space exploration over other government programs that directly affect the public.  Is this ethical?  Let us know your thoughts or other topics you want to hear about by leaving a review! 

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In this episode, we discuss the validity of celebrity endorsements.  Should an actor/actress have an influence on what you buy?  Or the political candidate you support?  Join us to hear the story of celebrities' effect on the polio vaccine in Nigeria and Mandy's undying love for Danny Devito.

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Come learn about Mandy's least favorite animal (and greatest fear)-- the HIPPOPOTAMUS.  Born in rivers, these aggressive animals aren't afraid to tip boats, raid crops, and kill for sport.  Warning: you might be afraid of hippos after listening to this episode.  

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Did you know there's no such thing as a photographic memory?  Or that stretching isn't actually going to help your muscle soreness?  Join us for an episode where we debunk some of our favorite childhood tall tales and discuss why these false but fascinating "tidbits" are so fun to spread– and so easy to believe.