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Why are rare Earth metals important? Nov 17, 2010

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Rare earth metals are a crucial component in many electronic devices, but what exactly are they? In this episode, Jonathan and Chris break down the fact and fiction about rare earth metals -- and why they're so important.

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Rechargeable Batteries: Pros and Cons Nov 15, 2010

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If rechargeable batteries are so great, then how come they haven't replaced all disposable models? In this podcast, the guys take a closer look at the technology behind rechargeable batteries. Tune in and learn more.

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How Batteries Work Nov 10, 2010

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Nowadays, batteries are everywhere -- but what exactly are they? How do they work? In this podcast, Chris and Jonathan break down the history of batteries, their uses and the chemistry involved.

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A TechStuff Tour of Bill Gates's House Nov 08, 2010

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As one of the world's most wealthy and influential men, Bill Gates can afford to have some of the finer things in life -- including an amazing mansion in California. Tune in as the TechStuff crew takes a closer look at the futuristic home of Bill Gates.

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The Ethics of Piracy Nov 03, 2010

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You've heard of honor among thieves, but are there ethics among pirates? Each year, millions of people illegally download content and software without paying a dime. In this episode, the guys explore ethics (or lack thereof) in digital piracy.

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Are self-driving cars a good idea? Nov 01, 2010

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For decades people have dreamed of utopian, gridlock-free traffic, filled with self-driving cars. Could this science-fiction standby become reality? Tune in as Jonathan and Chris take a closer look at self-driving cars.

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The Duke Nukem Forever Saga Oct 27, 2010

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Duke Nukem 3D took the gaming world by storm in 1996, and fans clamored for a sequel. By 1997 the game-makers announced the development of a game called Duke Nukem Forever. Tune in to learn more, including why it still hasn't been released.

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What happened to Cuil? Oct 25, 2010

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In 2008, Cuil was hailed as the first serious potential rival to Google's search engine. With an employee roster of former Google employees and a supposedly superior search function, Cuil looked set to succeed. So what went wrong? Tune in to learn more.

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Can another tablet challenge the iPad? Oct 20, 2010

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Jonathan and Chris have been following the iPad since it was little more than a rumor on the Internet -- but now that the iPad is out, will a competitor challenge its success? Listen in to learn more about the iPad's potential rivals.

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How Facial Recognition Technology Works Oct 18, 2010

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Human beings are great at recognizing faces, but historically, computers haven't had much luck replicating this ability. How can we teach computers to recognize faces? In this podcast, Jonathan and Chris tackle the weird world of facial recognition.

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