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How Manufacturing Water Works Jun 18, 2008

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The United Nations has found that 22% of the world's population does not have access to clean drinking water. Could we fix the water shortage by manufacturing water? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about manufacturing water.

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What's the most expensive toilet in the world? Jun 12, 2008

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The most expensive toilet in the world is made of solid gold and can be found in Hong Kong. Learn more about the world's most expensive toilet in this HowStuffWorks podcast.

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Could salt water fuel cars? Jun 10, 2008

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Salt water fuel could be the next viable alternative to foreign oil. Learn about the ongoing research behind the concept of salt water fuel in this HowStuffWorks podcast.

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How The Eye of a Tornado Works Jun 05, 2008

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In recorded history, only two people have entered the eye of a tornado and returned to tell the tale. Learn more about the inside of tornadoes in this HowStuffWorks podcast.

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How Contagious Yawning Works Jun 03, 2008

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Yawning is contagious, but why? Check out the leading theories on contagious yawning and empathy in this HowStuffWorks podcast.

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Can People Really Get Hysterical Strength? May 29, 2008

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During times of emergency, people have been known to preform feats of great strength. Learn more about going from the dull stare of the dairy cow to the eye of the tiger in seconds flat.

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How Antibacterial Soap Works May 28, 2008

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Could the routine use of antibacterial soap increase the presence of drug-resistant bacteria in your home? Learn more about the disadvantages of anti-bacterial soap in this HowStuffWorks podcast.

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Does Gum Stay in your Stomach for Seven Years? May 22, 2008

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Does gum really stay in your stomach for Seven Years? Josh and Chuck take on the parental myth of gum swollowing.

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Are Dogs Really Man's Best Friend? May 20, 2008

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Check out the story of Hachiko, a loyal Akita who waited for over ten years for his master to return. Learn more about Hachiko and loyalty in this HowStuffWorks podcast.

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How Evolution in Isolation Works May 15, 2008

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How does isolation spur evolution? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about speciation and evolution.

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