In today’s episode, we dive into five myths that seem to persist no matter how much science tries to debunk them. Let’s explore these enduring ideas and the truth behind each one.
In today’s episode, we dive into five myths that seem to persist no matter how much science tries to debunk them. Let’s explore these enduring ideas and the truth behind each one.
Uncover the truth behind Columbus, Nazi conspiracies in Antarctica, and other persistent myths. Explore how these stories shape beliefs and discover why critical thinking is essential. Unlock the full episode on Apple Podcasts or Patreon!
Explore five of the most stubborn myths in history—from flat-Earth theories to the Trojan Horse—and discover how misinformation shapes the world we live in today. Unlock the full episode and our entire archive by becoming a premium subscriber on Apple Podcasts or Patreon!
Explore the revolution of CRISPR and Genetics. From the Human Genome Project to designer babies, discover how we are learning to edit the code of life.
Why does ice float? It defies the laws of physics that apply to almost everything else. We dive into the density anomaly of water to reveal how a simple ice cube is actually a molecular miracle keeping life alive.
A philosophical inquiry into the nature of power. We explore the eternal conflict between Plato’s idealism and Machiavelli’s realism, asking if corruption is an inevitable flaw in the human soul or a necessary tool for survival.
Learn the art of crisis leadership. From the psychology of panic to the strategy of the apology, discover how to lead effectively when everything goes wrong.
What really happened to the Franklin Expedition? We journey into the icy heart of the Arctic to unravel the fate of HMS Erebus and Terror, a tale of ambition, madness, and the terrifying power of nature.
A poetic journey into the heart of a corrupted city. We mourn the music that was never played, the art that was never painted, and the lonely soul of the King Midas who sits atop a throne of ash.