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Invention Playlist 3: Bread/Toast/Toasters May 08, 2020

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Who invented toast? Who then went on to invent the toaster? In this episode of Invention, Robert and Joe chase the origins of bread transformed through the Maillard reaction and consider the origins of the specialized mini-oven we use to do it.

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Invention Playlist 3: Ketchup May 08, 2020

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You love it. You put it on everything. But where does ketchup come from? In this episode of Invention, Robert and Joe explore the mysterious origins of everyone’s favorite sweet red sauce -- and consider the jaw-dropping fact that ketchup isn’t always red and isn’t always made from tomatoes.

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Invention Playlist 3: Beachbum Berry on the Mai Tai May 08, 2020

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The Mai Tai isn’t only the most famous Tiki cocktail, it’s one of the most well known cocktails on the planet. But where does it come from? Who invented it? In this episode of Invention, Robert and Joe turn to noted Tiki historian and mixologist Jeff “Beachbum” Berry for answers.

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Pointing, Part 2 May 07, 2020

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Why is pointing such a central part of human communication? How does it relate to culture, technology and our relationship to non-human animals? In this Stuff to Blow Your Mind two-parter, Robert and Joe look for answers.

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Pointing, Part 1 May 05, 2020

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From the Vault: The Sacred Mountain, Part 1 May 02, 2020

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Why do sacred mountains exist in so many cultures and myths? To what extent could high altitude conditions contribute to the way our mind processes these breathtaking environments? In this Stuff to Blow Your Mind two-parter, Robert and Joe explore the wonder and science of sacred mountains. (originally published 4/23/2019)

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Invention Playlist II: Bubble Wrap May 01, 2020

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Robert and Joe explore the origins and impact of bubble wrap...

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Invention Playlist II: Toilets, Part 2 May 01, 2020

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Robert and Joe explore the origins and impact of the toilet...

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Invention Playlist II: Toilets, Part 1 May 01, 2020

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Robert and Joe explore the origins and impact of the toilet...

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Invention Playlist II: Braille May 01, 2020

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Robert and Joe explore the origins and impact of braille...

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