Stuff You Should Know
Can you remember being born? How does product placement work? Learn all sorts of Stuff You Should Know, courtesy of Josh and Chuck, in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com.
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162 Episodes of this Podcast:
How Product Placement Works
Published: 2009-11-05 11:36:15In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck take a look at the advertising practice of product placement, from its origins to different types to classic examples in film and television.
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Can you remember being born?
Published: 2009-11-03 11:56:48Some people have memories of very early childhood, but how far back can you go? Is it possible to remember your own birth? Josh and Chuck are on the case in this episode of Stuff You Should Know.
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The Real How Jack the Ripper Worked
Published: 2009-10-29 10:46:08In this Halloween episode, Josh and Chuck go way back to late 19th century London to examine the grisly details of the Jack the Ripper murders. They also discuss Ripperology, Jack the Ripper suspects and theories, and the legacy of the murders.
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How Witness Protection Works
Published: 2009-10-27 11:16:54The Witness Protection Program, or the Witness Security Program, was established in 1970 to protect government witnesses before, during and after a trial. Learn more about witness protection in this episode of Stuff You Should Know.
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The Real Cannon Ball Run
Published: 2009-10-22 11:57:34The Cannon Ball Run is a cross-country car race famously portrayed in the campy 1981 movie "Cannon Ball Run." But it isn't fictional. Tune in as Josh and Chuck take you on a wild ride through the real (and colorful) history of this infamous race.
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What is China's one-child policy?
Published: 2009-10-20 12:34:07China's one-child policy, implemented in 1979, was designed to limit population growth. In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck examine the policy's surprising origins, impact on Chinese culture, and pros and cons.
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What is a hangover, really?
Published: 2009-10-15 14:02:07After a night of heavy boozing, many partygoers find themselves the victim of a hangover. But what exactly is a hangover, and what causes it? Join Chuck and Josh as they break down the science behind hangovers -- and how to avoid them -- in this podcast.
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How to Find the History of Your House
Published: 2009-10-13 12:41:17Ever wondered about the history of your house? In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck give listeners some pointers on determining the history of a house.
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Who were the first Americans?
Published: 2009-10-08 11:37:48Columbus is often touted as the "discoverer" of the Americas, he wasn't the first to set foot on American soil by a long shot. Tune in as Josh and Chuck dig deep into the history -- and mystery -- of the first American inhabitants in this podcast.
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Health Care Systems Around the World
Published: 2009-10-06 13:31:10In this final installment of their 4-part suite on health care, Josh, Chuck and Molly take a tour of health care systems around the world, from France to Switzerland.
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