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How Does Yawning Work?
Just hearing about yawning can make you yawn, and no ...
Just hearing about yawning can make you yawn, and no one is sure why. Learn more about yawns and yawning in this HowStuffWorks podcast.
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Why are my power bills so high?
When it comes to energy usage, heating and cooling appliances ...
When it comes to energy usage, heating and cooling appliances contribute the most to your power bill. Tune in to find out which appliances are the most power-hungry -- and why -- in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com.
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Tiny Houses
Tiny houses are part of a growing trend, but why ...
Tiny houses are part of a growing trend, but why would someone want an itty bitty house? In this episode, Marshall talks about the benefits and challenges of building a tiny home.
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Can cans and string really be used like a telephone?
You've probably heard of this trick before: Connecting two cans ...
You've probably heard of this trick before: Connecting two cans with a piece of string in the bottom of each can will supposedly allow people to speak over a distance to one another. Tune in as Marshall Brain explains how it works in this episode.
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How does gravity work?
Gravity affects us every single day, but how does this ...
Gravity affects us every single day, but how does this oh-so-common force of nature work? Tune in to this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com to take a look at the nuts and bolts of gravity.
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Why is there a small hole on the top of spray can lids?
Many spray can lids have a tiny hole at the ...
Many spray can lids have a tiny hole at the top. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about spray cans, shipping and air pressure.
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How Sea Monkeys Work
Sea Monkeys are a type of brine shrimp. These shrimp ...
Sea Monkeys are a type of brine shrimp. These shrimp create remarkably resilient eggs called cysts. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast and learn more about the secret behind Sea Monkeys.
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What is a Nor’easter?
Nor'easters are storm systems that frequently occur in the eastern ...
Nor'easters are storm systems that frequently occur in the eastern United States during winter. In this episode, Marshall explains where Nor'easters get their name, how they work and why some Nor'easters are more powerful than others.
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What is the heat index?
Your body has efficient ways to release excess heat, but ...
Your body has efficient ways to release excess heat, but high temperatures and high humidity create a sticky situation. Find out how the heat index keeps you abreast of dangerous heat situations in this HowStuffWorks podcast.
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How gas pumps work
Using a gas pump is pretty simple: You just push ...
Using a gas pump is pretty simple: You just push a few buttons and fuel up. But how do they actually work? Listen in and learn more about gas pumps.
