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Popular Science answers your most outlandish, mind-burning questions—from what the universe is made of to why not everyone can touch their toes. Join PopSci editors and producer Jess Boddy as they work through questions big and small. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/askusanythingbypopsci/support
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POPULAR SCIENCE RADIO brings you all the newest discoveries and emerging technologies, cutting-edge innovations in science and technology each week. Presented in an interactive, entertaining and easy to understand forum with host, Alan Taylor.
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Our ancient DNA may have shaped our love for bread, pasta, rice, and other carbs .
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A humanoid robot is slated to become first of its kind to have its artwork sold by a major auction house.
A humanoid robot is slated to become first of its kind to have its artwork sold by a major auction house.
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Uh, oh.
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This is a judgment-free zone.
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Microscopic plankton are at the heart of the ocean s food chain, feeding much bigger animals like whales .
Microscopic plankton are at the heart of the ocean s food chain, feeding much bigger animals like whales .
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China hopes a giant laboratory 2,300 feet underground is key to beating the US at discovering the secrets of the universes most mysterious particles neutrinos.
China hopes a giant laboratory 2,300 feet underground is key to beating the US at discovering the secrets of the universes most mysterious particles neutrinos.
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One of the most prominent medical developments in recent years has been the emergence of a class of drugs called glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs).
One of the most prominent medical developments in recent years has been the emergence of a class of drugs called glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs).
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A recent routine autopsy yielded a first-of-its-kind medical findinga 78-year-old man who lived his entire life with three penises .
A recent routine autopsy yielded a first-of-its-kind medical findinga 78-year-old man who lived his entire life with three penises .
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When visiting the New Bedford Whaling Museum in southeastern Massachusetts, you might want to be a little careful standing under their 66-foot-long blue whale skeleton.
When visiting the New Bedford Whaling Museum in southeastern Massachusetts, you might want to be a little careful standing under their 66-foot-long blue whale skeleton.
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The MacBook Pros trackpad is close to perfect, offering support for multitouch gestures, advanced haptics, and the ability to detect different pressure levels.
The MacBook Pros trackpad is close to perfect, offering support for multitouch gestures, advanced haptics, and the ability to detect different pressure levels.
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Chicagos Field Museum has Sue the gigantic Tyrannosaurus rex .
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In the ever-expanding world of devices, our attention is turning to smart rings, an increasingly popular option for those looking for an all-day (and night) wearable.
In the ever-expanding world of devices, our attention is turning to smart rings, an increasingly popular option for those looking for an all-day (and night) wearable.
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NASA will test a state-of-the-art trash compactor aboard the International Space Station and yes, it resembles a certain Pixar character tasked with the same job responsibilities.
NASA will test a state-of-the-art trash compactor aboard the International Space Station and yes, it resembles a certain Pixar character tasked with the same job responsibilities.
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Were not about to share some sketchy website thatll scam you out of your cash while hiring creatives.
Were not about to share some sketchy website thatll scam you out of your cash while hiring creatives.
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Alex Honnold has already accomplished more physical feats than almost anyone else alive.
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When US astronauts set foot on the moons surface again in the coming years, they will do so wearing these flexible, Prada-tailored spacesuits .
When US astronauts set foot on the moons surface again in the coming years, they will do so wearing these flexible, Prada-tailored spacesuits .
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These digital binoculars can take pictures and videos.
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Manufacturing jobs have some of the highest injury rates of any industry , often due to workers high levels of physical and mental fatigue .
Manufacturing jobs have some of the highest injury rates of any industry , often due to workers high levels of physical and mental fatigue .
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Casio, perhaps best known for watches and calculators, is expanding its product line to include hypoallergenic, robotic pets .
Casio, perhaps best known for watches and calculators, is expanding its product line to include hypoallergenic, robotic pets .
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Google is officially putting its weight behind advanced mini nuclear reactors in an effort to produce new clean to meet growing AI energy demands.
Google is officially putting its weight behind advanced mini nuclear reactors in an effort to produce new clean to meet growing AI energy demands.
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Scientists have discovered seven new species of tree frogs in the lush rainforests of Madagascar .
Scientists have discovered seven new species of tree frogs in the lush rainforests of Madagascar .
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Over two decades ago, a team from the University of Jammu uncovered the giant fossilized skull of an extinct elephant species in Indias Kashmir Valley.
Over two decades ago, a team from the University of Jammu uncovered the giant fossilized skull of an extinct elephant species in Indias Kashmir Valley.
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This article was originally featured on The Conversation .
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Is that a phone in your pocket, or are you just happy to see us?
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I didn't really love my job.
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For the second consecutive year and fourth time overall, Travis Gienger won the 51st Safeway World Championship Pumpkin Weigh-Off .
For the second consecutive year and fourth time overall, Travis Gienger won the 51st Safeway World Championship Pumpkin Weigh-Off .
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New car designs are flashy and shiny, and auto manufacturers put their futuristic ideas on display in the form of concept cars and next-generation technology .
New car designs are flashy and shiny, and auto manufacturers put their futuristic ideas on display in the form of concept cars and next-generation technology .
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Traditional turf-based lawns are losing popularity as homeowners seek alternatives to the uniform green expanse .
Traditional turf-based lawns are losing popularity as homeowners seek alternatives to the uniform green expanse .
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If the first place you want to visit in a new city is crowded with people wearing fanny packs, youre a tourist.
If the first place you want to visit in a new city is crowded with people wearing fanny packs, youre a tourist.
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Hurricanes, earthquakes, wildfires recent events have shown us just how quickly the unexpected can turn our world upside down.
Hurricanes, earthquakes, wildfires recent events have shown us just how quickly the unexpected can turn our world upside down.
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Are those monthly VPN bills starting to feel like a bad romance?
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Since they first arrived, smartphones have needed a SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) card to connect to a carrier and identify users on the network.
Since they first arrived, smartphones have needed a SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) card to connect to a carrier and identify users on the network.
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Do you often misplace your belongings?
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Pumpkins are a standard fall decoration and, unfortunately, a tempting treat for wildlife .
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We are all constantly surrounded by devicesphones, tablets, laptops, and more.
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Weve all been stuck without Wi-Fi when a deadline is looming.
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In a village where forests once grew, a tiger lounges on a grassy hillside.
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One of the key components for the evolution of life as we know it is the presence of volatiles: elements and compounds that can be vaporized easily at relatively low temperatures.
One of the key components for the evolution of life as we know it is the presence of volatiles: elements and compounds that can be vaporized easily at relatively low temperatures.
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Fungi are fascinating lifeforms that defy conventional notions of animal intelligence.
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If critters in the walls have got you climbing up the walls, its time for some mouse traps.
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Ever wondered what itd be like to see the world in total darkness?
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If youre ready to take your digital art to the next level, Paintstorm Studio offers all the tools you need for just $19.99 (reg. $49) for a lifetime license.
If youre ready to take your digital art to the next level, Paintstorm Studio offers all the tools you need for just $19.99 (reg. $49) for a lifetime license.
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Overnight on Thursday October 10 into Friday October 11, the aurora borealis was visible as far south as Florida and even in urban areas like New York City that have more light pollution .
Overnight on Thursday October 10 into Friday October 11, the aurora borealis was visible as far south as Florida and even in urban areas like New York City that have more light pollution .
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If you want to take your bathroom hygiene game to the next level, a bidet attachment will have you sitting pretty.
If you want to take your bathroom hygiene game to the next level, a bidet attachment will have you sitting pretty.
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Over a century ago, two giant male lions called the Tsavo man-eaters killed at least 28 people over the course of about nine months.
Over a century ago, two giant male lions called the Tsavo man-eaters killed at least 28 people over the course of about nine months.
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New research indicates some of the architectures oldest and most reliable designs can be built even better thanks to insect inspiration.
New research indicates some of the architectures oldest and most reliable designs can be built even better thanks to insect inspiration.
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One of the US Space Force s (sort of) secret space planes known as the X-37B is gearing up to shift its orbit in a big way.
One of the US Space Force s (sort of) secret space planes known as the X-37B is gearing up to shift its orbit in a big way.
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The finches that call Ecuadors Galápagos Islands home are biological rock stars, as they provided a key piece of evidence for Charles Darwins theory of evolution .
The finches that call Ecuadors Galápagos Islands home are biological rock stars, as they provided a key piece of evidence for Charles Darwins theory of evolution .
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The same types of consumer-grade hobby drones heard buzzing overhead at the beach may play a key role in uncovering the Earths remaining hidden species.
The same types of consumer-grade hobby drones heard buzzing overhead at the beach may play a key role in uncovering the Earths remaining hidden species.
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Locals and emergency responders are only just beginning to assess the total damage incurred from Hurricane Milton, but one early example of the historic storms intensity is already on clear display ...
Locals and emergency responders are only just beginning to assess the total damage incurred from Hurricane Milton, but one early example of the historic storms intensity is already on clear display.
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