Jul 8

Why Is North Sentinel Island Totally Off-Limits?

This small island in the Bay of Bengal is home to one of the last uncontacted peoples on the planet -- and they seem to want to keep it that way. Learn how North Sentinel Island has remained independent in this episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://history.howstuf ... Show More

9m 41s

Jul 7

How Have Obituaries Changed?

Public death notices about common people are a fairly recent development, and they've changed a lot since their inception. Learn how obituaries went from dry statements to tributes to truth in this episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://people.howstuffworks.com/cul ... Show More

8m 20s

Jul 6

BrainStuff Classics: What Is the Mandela Effect?

When many people share a false memory, that's the Mandela Effect in action -- but how does it happen? Learn how our individual brains misremember stuff and how false memories can spread in this classic episode of BrainStuff.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

6m 35s

Jun 2021

How do animals know where to go?

As part of a massive new global tracking project, scientists are monitoring animals from a receiver on the International Space Station, mapping the incredible, previously unknown journeys that animals undertake. They’re beginning to tackle questions like how far do animals actual ... Show More

28m 56s

Apr 2018

SYMHC Classics: Here, Kitty Kitty, the Domestication of the Cat

Today, we're going back to an episode about kitties in history! The human culture shift to an agricultural lifestyle started the domestication of animals. Cats naturally moved in to help with rodents. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee o ... Show More

21m 52s

Apr 2015

The Velveteen Rabbit

The classic tale of the Velveteen Rabbit. Before Woody and Buzz of Toy Story, there was a wise old Skin Horse and a Rabbit that just wanted to be loved...and to become real. Animals, Scarlet Fever, Fairies, this story has it all.

26m 52s

Feb 2022

Ep 91 Myxomatosis: Down the rabbit hole

Invasive rabbits so numerous they form a “gray blanket” across the land. A killer virus, intentionally released to keep the bunnies at bay. An ensuing evolutionary arms race with no end in sight. It sounds more like the premise of a bad sci fi movie rather than a textbook case of ... Show More

1h 27m

Oct 2020

Porcupines: Little Stabby Cutie Pies

We love animals. A lot. Especially underrated ones like the darling porcupine. Listen in today to learn all about these stabby little boogers. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

39m 38s

Apr 2016

Our cats episode - right here, right meow

Cats are the most popular pet in the United States, despite the fact that we've only been keeping them indoors for 50-60 years. Learn about more cat facts in today's episode. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for p ... Show More

56m 4s

Jan 2022

SMNTY Classics: Why do kids love stuffed animals so much?

What's the childhood psychology of stuffed animals and other "transitional objects"? Why do 35 percent of adults still sleep with stuffed animals? Tune in to this classic episode to learn more, including a brief history of the teddy bear and why the stuff possum never caught on. ... Show More

33m 14s

Sep 2021

How the Cuttlefish’s Robust Memory System Defies Old Age

This cephalopod is the only known animal that doesn’t exhibit age-related deterioration when recalling specific events.

8m 15s

Mar 2024

Miss Rabbit's Cookie Business: A Story for Kids

Miss Rabbit wakes up to hear a voice telling her to start a cookie business. How ridiculous! How absurd! But eventually...Miss Rabbit listens. Find out what happens in this charming tale about a young rabbit who takes a chance on her dreams. If you LOVE THIS EPISODE, PLEASE SHARE ... Show More

31m 53s

Jul 2022

How The Rabbit Lost His Tail

The Rabbit might just be too generous, but he also has some hidden wisdom!

5m 48s

Do Rabbits Really Go Crazy in March?