Stuff You Should Know

If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.

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How Scabies Work

Episode Date: March 4, 2010

Scabies is a contagious skin disease with a bad reputation. Tune in as Josh and Chuck discuss this itchy condition -- from the mite that causes it to...

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How Bounty Hunters Work

Episode Date: February 25, 2010

In part two of their series on bail, Josh and Chuck talk about bail enforcement agents, a.k.a. bounty hunters. Learn more about your ad-choices at ht...

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How Bail Works

Episode Date: February 23, 2010

Bail is a centuries-old practice that allows defendants in criminal cases to be released from jail until their trial convenes. Learn more about the or...

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Who are the Amish?

Episode Date: February 17, 2010

In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuckers discuss the origins and practices of the Amish. Learn more about your ad-choices at https...

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How Braille Works

Episode Date: February 11, 2010

Josh and Chuck discuss the Braille alphabet -- from its origins in Charles Barbier's "night writing" system to the many different types of tactile alp...

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How Witchcraft Works

Episode Date: February 10, 2010

Witches are perhaps one of the most reviled and misunderstood groups in history -- but why? Join Josh and Chuck as they break down the Stuff You Shoul...

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How Swat Teams Work

Episode Date: February 3, 2010

In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck discuss SWAT teams, elite police units that are specially trained for extreme situations. Le...

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What are ninja?

Episode Date: January 26, 2010

Ninja, Japanese warriors famous for stealth, deception and sabotage, were inspired by Chinese military philosophy. Join Josh and Chuck as they explore...

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How Mercenaries Work

Episode Date: January 8, 2010

Mercenaries are soldiers of fortune who fight in wars and conflicts for profit. Join Josh and Chuck as they explore the fascinating history of mercena...

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How Noodling Works

Episode Date: January 5, 2010

Noodling is a type of fishing in which the participant uses his or her hand in lieu of fishing gear and bait. Discover the origins and practices of th...

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How Pirates Work

Episode Date: December 29, 2009

Although today's pirates aren't storming the coast of Florida or other eastern states, piracy is still around in this modern age. Join Josh and Chuck...

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How Christmas Worked

Episode Date: December 24, 2009

On Christmas eve, Josh and Chuck decide to take that ineffable Stuff You Should Know approach to the celebration known as Christmas. Join the guys as...