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How Do Microwave Ovens Work? Nov 21, 2016

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They’re convenient, ubiquitous and easy to use. But how do these things work, exactly? What do people mean when they say a microwave cooks food inside out?

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Why Do Dogs Yawn? Nov 16, 2016

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Dogs communicate by yawning, and it's complex to figure out what they might mean.

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Is WiFi Safe? Nov 14, 2016

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You've probably heard that wireless internet (WiFi) is dangerous. But is it true? Christian breaks it down.

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What's the ideal temperature for your refrigerator? Nov 09, 2016

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In this episode, Christian explains how bacteria spoils food and what temperature your refrigerator should be to slow their progress.

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Why do some noises drive me crazy? Nov 07, 2016

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Do you want to strangle people for chewing gum? Does the crinkle of plastic fill you with inarticulate, homicidal fury? If so, you may suffer from the little-understood condition called 'misophonia'.

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How do one-way mirrors work? Nov 02, 2016

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How can a single piece of glass look like a mirror from one side but a window from the other? It's not magic, it's materials technology.

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Will Soda Really Ruin My Teeth? Oct 31, 2016

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If your teeth are one of the hardest parts of your body, then how could soda damage them? Tune in to learn more.

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Why Do Fluorescent Lights Make That Buzzing Noise? Oct 26, 2016

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Are Stupid People More Confident? Oct 24, 2016

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We've all heard about the supposed relationship between confidence and knowledge - but is it true? Two researchers think they've found the answer.

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How Does Saliva Work? Oct 19, 2016

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Your saliva makes things taste great while killing bacteria and helping digestion.

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