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How the Bailout Works

Episode Date: October 21, 2008

The economy imploded as US banks reaped the consequences of subprime mortgage trades. Controversially, Congress has provided emergency funding for the...

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How Cannibalism Works

Episode Date: October 9, 2008

Cannibalism is one of humanity's near-universal taboos, but it has been practiced in widely varying circumstances throughout history. Check out this H...

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How Entomophagy Works

Episode Date: October 7, 2008

Entomophagy -- the practice of eating insects -- is common outside of Europe and North America. Despite cultural taboos, you've probably eaten insects...

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How Delta Force Works

Episode Date: September 30, 2008

With the world's best weaponry, a shadowy legal status, and almost no oversight, Delta Force is the stuff of military legend. Check out this HowStuffW...

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How Graceland Works

Episode Date: September 25, 2008

Graceland attracts millions of visitors every year. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about Elvis and Graceland, which Elvis bought w...

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Is sleep that important?

Episode Date: September 9, 2008

Sleep is one of those funny things about being a human being -- you just have to do it. Have you ever wondered why? Check out our HowStuffWorks articl...

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What are smart mobs?

Episode Date: August 28, 2008

With the benefit of wireless technologies like cell phones and text messaging, large groups of people are able to coordinate their actions with amazin...