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Dec 2020
36m 21s

Teleportation vs. Telekinesis

American Public Media
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It’s time for another superpower showdown! Challenger one is teleportation, the ability to instantly zap yourself to any place in the world. Challenger two is telekinesis, the power to move things with your mind. Which tele-power will take the crown? Million Bazillion host Jed Kim and Brains On producer Menaka Wilhelm make some mighty arguments in this smash boom battle! Who do you think won? Head to smashboom.org and cast your vote!  


Today’s episode is sponsored by Bamboo Learning, Purple, and Literati Kids


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