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Birth Order: So nice, we did it twice Jul 11, 2023

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This is a very special episode, the first one we've ever fully recorded a second time and decided to release. Why? Because it's good and a little different and we thought you'd enjoy this unheard of double dose. So enjoy!

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Selects: How Bats Work Jul 08, 2023

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They are creepy, sure, but they are also useful, cute and in great danger of extinction. Get a new lease on life from a new view of bats in this classic episode.

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James Beard: Food Legend Jul 06, 2023

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James Beard is well-known now for the annual awards named in his honor. But he used to be the most famous chef in America, and set the standard for what makes a celebrity chef.

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Short Stuff: Hollywood Sign Jul 05, 2023

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The Hollywood sign is an iconic landmark that started out as a real estate billboard. Can you believe it?

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How Trucking Works Jul 04, 2023

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If truckers suddenly vanished the global economy would come to a grinding halt in a couple days. But as important as they are these highway heroes (mostly) are, they’re systematically mistreated by their industry.

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Selects: What Makes Lead So Poisonous? Jul 01, 2023

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The people of Flint, MI were horrified to find their drinking water was poisoned with lead. As we learn more about lead's effects and realize how persistent it is, the more worrying it becomes. What makes lead so toxic? Find out in this classic episode.

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Butterflies: Caterpillars with Wings! Jun 29, 2023

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If you thought caterpillars were awesome, just wait until you see them with colorful, iridescent wings!

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Short Stuff: Fahrenheit or Celsius Jun 28, 2023

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Fahrenheit or Celsius? Why not both? If they can agree - exactly at -40 degrees - then it seems like we should all be able to agree they're both great as well.

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Caterpillars: Nature's Magicians Jun 27, 2023

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Caterpillars are simply the best. Don't think so? Well listen in and you'll soon agree

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Selects: How Ocean Currents Work Jun 24, 2023

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It's easy to overlook the importance of ocean currents - they move along out at sea, while we stay mostly on land. But we are globally affected by them every day. Currents form the base of the food chain, drive weather and keep life as we know it going. Explore them with Josh and Chuck in this classic episode.

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