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Do You Have an Inner Monologue? Mar 25, 2020

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It's hard to imagine other people's inner thoughts -- but we may be just as hard-pressed to explain our own. Learn how researchers have studied inner monologues and other modes of thought in this episode of BrainStuff.

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Why Does the U.S. Sell Soda in Liters but Milk in Gallons? Mar 23, 2020

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In America, many products -- including milk -- are sold in imperial ounces or gallons. But not so soda -- we often buy that in 1- or 2-liter bottles. Learn why in this episode of BrainStuff.

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Why Does Hand Washing Beat Hand Sanitizer Hands Down? Mar 23, 2020

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Washing your hands is way more effective than hand sanitizer at getting rid of germs because soap is scientifically amazing stuff. Learn why -- and how to use both -- in this episode of BrainStuff.

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How Can Social Distancing Save Lives? Mar 22, 2020

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When infectious diseases have the potential to break out, keeping your distance from other people means you’re helping protect everyone -- and helps our medical system not get overwhelmed. Learn why -- and how to do it -- in this episode of BrainStuff.

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How Long Can Viruses Last on Surfaces? Mar 20, 2020

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Every virus is different, and research into the novel Coronavirus that causes COVID-19 is ongoing -- but learn about how long viruses can remain infectious in the air or on surfaces in this episode of BrainStuff.

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FunStuff Playlist 01: Why Do Flying Squirrels Glow Hot Pink in UV Light? Mar 19, 2020

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As it turns out, most flying squirrels glow hot pink in ultraviolet light. Learn what researchers think may be the reason in this episode of BrainStuff.

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FunStuff Playlist 08: Can Absurdly Big Numbers Be Useful? Mar 19, 2020

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The bigger that numbers get, the harder they are for us to conceive of -- but that doesn't mean they can't be useful. Learn about some just ridiculously huge numbers in this episode of BrainStuff.

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FunStuff Playlist 02: Why Are Some Words Funny? Mar 19, 2020

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Words like 'poop' and 'wiggle' are inherently humorous, and science may have figured out why. Learn what science has to say about why some words tickle us in this episode of BrainStuff.

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FunStuff Playlist 03: Do Dogs Use Facial Expressions to 'Talk' to Us? Mar 19, 2020

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It seems that dogs make more expressive faces when humans are watching. Are they trying to communicate? Learn more in this episode of BrainStuff.

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FunStuff Playlist 09: How Did Desi Arnaz Change Television? Mar 19, 2020

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Lucille Ball's ex-husband wasn't just her 'I Love Lucy' co-star and writing partner -- Desi Arnaz changed the way television is produced and watched. Learn about his contributions to the industry in this episode of BrainStuff.

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