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How Did the Lazy Susan Get Its Name? Dec 09, 2020

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This simple spinning device helps keep object at hand on tabletops and in tight cabinets -- but why is it called a lazy susan? Learn a few of the hypotheses in this episode of BrainStuff.

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What Is the Immigrant Paradox? Dec 08, 2020

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Immigrants to the United States tend to have better physical and mental health outcomes than people who were born here. Learn about assimilation, acculturation, and collectivism in this episode of BrainStuff.

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How Does Pimento Cheese Work? Dec 07, 2020

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This cheese-and-sweet-pepper spread is a Southern staple, but it was actually developed in New York. Learn about the history and popularity of pimento cheese in this episode of BrainStuff.

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BrainStuff Classics: Could Some Microbes Live on Air Alone? Dec 06, 2020

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Researchers have found Antarctic microbes that appear to get all the nutrients they need from thin air. Could this change our search for extraterrestrial life?

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BrainStuff Classics: Why Are Teens Cyberbullying Themselves? Dec 05, 2020

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A new study indicates that some teens bully themselves online, posting hateful messages from fake or anonymous accounts. Researchers are looking into why, and how to help.

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How Could COVID-19 Vaccines Change the World? Dec 04, 2020

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Obviously, vaccines for the coronavirus that's causing this pandemic would help life get back to normal -- but their development is also set to improve the way we make all vaccines. Learn more in this episode of BrainStuff.

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Why Do Kangaroos Hop? Dec 03, 2020

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Kangaroos put an enormous amount of power into every hop -- and conserve energy in the process. Learn how they do it in this episode of BrainStuff.

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What Is the McRib Made Of? Dec 02, 2020

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McDonald's McRib sandwich has a cult following -- but what's it actually made of? Learn about the history and composition of the McRib in this episode of BrainStuff.

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Why Is It So Hard to Remember What Day It Is? Dec 01, 2020

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If you get the days of the week mixed up, you're not alone. Learn about the psychology of Tuesday in this episode of BrainStuff.

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What's the White Stuff in Soil Mixes? Nov 30, 2020

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Potting soil often contains perlite, which is a type of volcanic rock that helps keep soil light and airy. Learn how it works in this episode of BrainStuff.

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