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BrainStuff Classics: What Is Russia's 'Dead Hand'? Jun 07, 2020

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We’ve all seen movies with supervillains building catastrophic Doomsday devices – but one exists in the real world, too. In this classic episode, learn how the Cold War led to the most dangerous nuclear system in history: Russia’s 'Dead Hand' Perimeter system.

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BrainStuff Classics: Does TV Resolution Matter? Jun 06, 2020

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There's a lot of hype about high-definition TV, ultra-high definition, and beyond. But does this race to jam more pixels into screens actually matter? Learn more about the human eye and digital resolution in this classic episode of BrainStuff.

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Is It Safe to Swim During the COVID-19 Outbreak? Jun 05, 2020

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As public spaces begin to open, safety measures to protect yourself and others from COVID-19 are more important than ever. So how could a public pool or beach be safe? Learn about the CDC's recommendations in this episode of BrainStuff.

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How Did the Mason-Dixon Line Come to Divide the North from the South? Jun 05, 2020

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The Mason-Dixon Line started as a tax-related land survey -- so how it come to stand as the barrier between slave states and free states during the Civil War? Learn the history of Mason and Dixon -- and how they contributed to science -- in this episode of BrainStuff.

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How Many Americans Know Someone in Jail or Prison? Jun 05, 2020

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A study found that nearly half of all U.S. citizens have an immediate family member who's been incarcerated for at least one night. Learn how the numbers break down in this episode of BrainStuff.

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How Was Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Perceived During His Time? Jun 05, 2020

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Many myths about the Civil Rights movement have arisen in the past few decades, including the idea that MLK was always considered an American hero. Learn how public opinion was divided, and how that changed over time, in this episode of BrainStuff.

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What Is the World's Most Dangerous Tree? Jun 01, 2020

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The tropical manchineel tree bears apple-like fruit, but eating it -- or just touching its leaves or bark -- can cause a world of hurt. Learn about the 'apple of death' in this episode of BrainStuff.

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BrainStuff Classics: What's the Most Expensive Book in the World? May 31, 2020

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Book collectors may spend thousands on signed copies or rare editions, but the biggest price tag in book-buying history was in the millions. Learn why the world's priciest book is essentially a treatise on plumbing in this episode of BrainStuff.

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BrainStuff Classics: Why Is Our Blood Red? May 30, 2020

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Human blood is red -- yes, even when it's in your body. Learn why -- and why your veins appear blue through your skin -- in this episode of BrainStuff.

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If You BBC Someone on an Email, Can Other Recipients Find Out? May 29, 2020

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Email systems are designed to keep BCC recipients hidden, but mistakes -- and attacks -- can happen. Learn about CCing, BCCing, etiquette, and email security in this episode of BrainStuff.

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