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This enlightening series from Vox digs into a wide range of topics such as the rise of cryptocurrency, why diets fail, and the wild world of K-pop.

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Season 3

  • Fairy Tales
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    Fairy tales have survived thousands of years for a reason. Explore their far-flung history and how the stories speak to fundamental human concerns.
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  • Country Music
    s03e13
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    8th Oct 2021
    3 years ago
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    Dirt roads. Pickup trucks. Hip-hop? As the borders around country music shift, who decides what defines the popular genre, and who gets to be a star?
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  • Time
    s03e12
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    1st Oct 2021
    3 years ago
    12:00
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    Time flies... sometimes. Its passage can seem to speed up and slow down. Why do we experience time the way we do, and how do we take back some control?
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  • Dance Crazes
    s03e11
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    24th Sep 2021
    3 years ago
    12:00
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    From the waltz to voguing, dance crazes have connected people throughout history. But when a dance catches on, who gets the credit — and compensation?
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  • Plastic Surgery
    s03e10
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    17th Sep 2021
    3 years ago
    12:00
    Explained - S3E14

    The Instagram face. A shapely posterior. Cosmetic surgery can make the latest beauty trends a reality. Explore its origins and effects, inside and out.
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  • Hurricanes
    s03e09
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    10th Sep 2021
    3 years ago
    12:00
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    As the planet warms, hurricanes could become even more dangerous and destructive. What can be done to survive and minimize the threat of these storms?
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  • Apologies
    s03e08
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    3rd Sep 2021
    3 years ago
    12:00
    Explained - S3E14

    Apologizing is tough, and in this era of public mea culpas, forgiveness isn't guaranteed. What makes for a good apology, and why does it hold such power?


     
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  • Your Skin
    s03e07
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    27th Aug 2021
    3 years ago
    12:00
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    Don't panic, but our skin plays host to trillions of bacteria, fungi, mites and other microscopic guests. Go beyond skin-deep with our largest organ.


     
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  • Chess
    s03e06
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    20th Aug 2021
    3 years ago
    12:00
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    For centuries, chess has captured hearts and minds — and pawns — and it's more popular than ever. What makes this ever-changing board game so special?
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  • The End of Oil
    s03e05
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    13th Aug 2021
    3 years ago
    12:00
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    Oil led to huge advancements — and vast inequities. As the planet warms, why is it so hard to turn away from fossil fuels, and can it be done in time?
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  • Dogs
    s03e04
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    6th Aug 2021
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    12:00
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    Who's a good dog? They all are! From puppy-dog eyes to feats of heroism, see how canines evolved into humankind's best friends and sources of pure love.
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  • Flags
    s03e03
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    30th Jul 2021
    3 years ago
    12:00
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    A flag can unite, divide and terrorize. Explore how a piece of cloth transformed into a powerful symbol of both love and hate, freedom and oppression.


     
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  • Royalty
    s03e02
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    23rd Jul 2021
    3 years ago
    12:00
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    How do monarchies survive when they no longer wield power? By presenting a royal fairy tale that may not reflect the reality of the past — or present.
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  • Sugar
    s03e01
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    16th Jul 2021
    3 years ago
    12:00
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    Once crucial for survival, sugar now poses a health risk. Is there a way to satisfy our primeval craving for sweetness in a healthy, balanced way?
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Season 2

  • Diamonds
    s02e10
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    28th Nov 2019
    5 years ago
    12:00
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    A diamond is forever. But why is that? Dig into how these mined pieces of carbon became both a status symbol and a sparkly sign of everlasting love.
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  • Beauty
    s02e09
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    21st Nov 2019
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    Beauty may be in the eye of the beholder, but what exactly makes things such as art and architecture aesthetically pleasing, and why do we like looking?
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  • The Future of Meat
    s02e08
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    14th Nov 2019
    5 years ago
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    The planet's current rate of meat consumption is unprecedented -- and becoming unsustainable. In the future, will meat alternatives be the answer?
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  • The Next Pandemic
    s02e07
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    7th Nov 2019
    5 years ago
    12:00
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    If you're not worried about a looming global pandemic, you probably should be. Are we prepared for an outbreak? Bill Gates and other experts weigh in.
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  • Pirates
    s02e06
    • 0.00/5
    31st Oct 2019
    5 years ago
    12:00
    Explained - S3E14

    In pop culture, pirates are often depicted as booty-looting rogues, but their history is far more complicated. See how they became enemies of humanity.
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  • Coding
    s02e05
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    24th Oct 2019
    5 years ago
    12:00
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    Computer code now controls how we live. But how did these programming languages evolve? And how can they be used to build a new and better world?
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  • Athleisure
    s02e04
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    17th Oct 2019
    5 years ago
    12:00
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    It began with bloomers. Then came spandex. Now we sport leggings and other activewear everywhere. How did comfy, casual clothing go mainstream?
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  • Animal Intelligence
    s02e03
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    10th Oct 2019
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    What goes on inside an animal's mind? Figuring out how they think and feel might just be the key to understanding our own place in the world.
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  • Billionaires
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    There are more billionaires than ever. But how does this vast accumulation of wealth affect the world? Mark Cuban and Bernie Sanders offer insights.
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  • Cults
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    26th Sep 2019
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    How do cults lure people in and exert control? Learn a cult's telltale signs, and how loneliness and life online makes indoctrination easier than ever.
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Season 1

  • Music
    s01e20
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    19th Sep 2018
    6 years ago
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    When does sound become music? Why are humans so uniquely able to master musicality? Researchers talk rhythm, octaves and the magic of song and dance.
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  • The World's Water Crisis
    s01e19
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    12th Sep 2018
    6 years ago
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    The global water crisis is at an inflection point. How do we price our most valuable resource, while also ensuring access to it as a human right?
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  • Why Women Are Paid Less
    s01e18
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    5th Sep 2018
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    Hillary Clinton and Anne-Marie Slaughter discuss the cultural norms at the center of the worldwide gender pay gap, including the 'motherhood penalty'.
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  • Political Correctness
    s01e17
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    29th Aug 2018
    6 years ago
    12:00
    Explained - S3E14

    Political correctness can sometimes feel like a tug-of-war between inclusivity and free speech. Experts discuss the concepts behind the fraught term.
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  • The Female Orgasm
    s01e16
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    22nd Aug 2018
    6 years ago
    12:00
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    The female orgasm is more elusive when a man is involved. Discover the reasons why -- and how women are embracing hands-on solutions.
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  • Can We Live Forever?
    s01e15
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    15th Aug 2018
    6 years ago
    12:00
    Explained - S3E14

    Can we uncover the secrets to extending the human lifespan? Experts discuss how developments in science -- even the French lilac -- hold some clues.
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  • Astrology
    s01e14
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    8th Aug 2018
    6 years ago
    12:00
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    Do zodiac signs prescribe your fate? Or do horoscopes' accuracy lie in the placebo effect? Take a look at the science, history and lure of astrology.
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  • Tattoo
    s01e13
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    1st Aug 2018
    6 years ago
    12:00
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    They've been used to command respect, punish criminals and mark achievements. Tattooists speak about the origins of tattoo traditions and rituals.
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  • Weed
    s01e12
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    25th Jul 2018
    6 years ago
    12:00
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    Marijuana experts discuss the rise of potent 'sexually frustrated' cannabis plants, the quest for consistency in weed strains and the history of hemp.
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  • Cricket
    s01e11
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    18th Jul 2018
    6 years ago
    12:00
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    Cricket experts look at how the confusing sport became so popular and discuss its evolution in becoming more accessible, entertaining and profitable.
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  • !
    s01e10
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    11th Jul 2018
    6 years ago
    12:00
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    Do we overuse exclamation points!? Linguists and copy editors look at how the punctuation has adapted across history, literature and internet-speak.
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  • Extraterrestrial Life
    s01e09
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    4th Jul 2018
    6 years ago
    12:00
    Explained - S3E14

    Despite decades of searching, we have yet to discover extraterrestrial life. Scientists discuss the reasons, including: Are aliens just too snobby?
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  • eSports
    s01e08
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    27th Jun 2018
    6 years ago
    12:00
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    Is fake violence a sport? Fans, shoutcasters and eSports icons break down today's video games and the explosive popularity of competitive gaming.
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  • The Stock Market
    s01e07
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    20th Jun 2018
    6 years ago
    12:00
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    Does the stock market accurately reflect the status of the economy? Finance specialists discuss market history, valuations and CEO incentives.
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  • Why Diets Fail
    s01e06
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    13th Jun 2018
    6 years ago
    12:00
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    Atkins. Paleo. Keto. Do any work in the long term? Experts look at marketing, food environments and genes to explain why diets are often unsuccessful.
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  • Cryptocurrency
    s01e05
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    6th Jun 2018
    6 years ago
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    Cryptocurrency has made people billionaires, but is digital cash the next revolution? Learn about this anonymous currency and why it's so coveted.
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  • K-Pop
    s01e04
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    30th May 2018
    6 years ago
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    Elaborate music videos, adoring fans, killer choreography. Learn about the global music phenomenon from South Korea that goes beyond 'Gangnam Style'.
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  • Monogamy
    s01e03
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    23rd May 2018
    6 years ago
    12:00
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    What do biology, human history and the promiscuity of bonobos reveal about monogamy? Experts and everyday couples weigh in on shifting cultural norms.
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  • Designer DNA
    s01e02
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    23rd May 2018
    6 years ago
    12:00
    Explained - S3E14

    Scientific feat or terrifying social experiment? Specialists in the field discuss the high stakes and ethical controversies of gene editing.
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  • The Racial Wealth Gap
    s01e01
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    23rd May 2018
    6 years ago
    12:00
    Explained - S3E14

    Cory Booker and others discuss how slavery, housing discrimination and centuries of inequality have compounded to create a racial wealth gap.
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