What would Earth be like if our oceans never existed? That’s what Charlie wants to know! We recruit Earth detective Lucia Perez-Diaz to help us track down clues hidden within our planet’s rocks. Our investigation takes us through the mysteries of how water got on Earth, the giant plates moving beneath our feet, and why our oceans are shaped the way they are. ... Show More
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Who Invented the Peanut Butter & Jelly Sandwich? (with The Past and the Curious)
Who invented the peanut butter and jelly sandwich? And how did it become one of the most famous lunches in America? In this episode, a question from listener Leila sends us on a trip through history to find out how peanut butter, jelly, and sliced bread came together to make the ... Show More
38m 4s
Feb 2021
What is at the bottom of the ocean?
The ocean covers over 70% of our planet, and yet, we’ve only mapped about a tenth of it. We know more about the far side of the moon than we know about our own ocean! In this episode, Tai explores the deep ocean to learn about its mysteries and what survives in its darkest corner ... Show More
25m 30s
Mar 2019
Qu'y a-t-il au fond des océans?
Après la Lune, Mars. Après Mars, les océans? Alors que l'Homme a la tête levée vers les étoiles, les ultraprofondeurs restent un mystère connu de peu. Trois hommes seulement, dont le réalisateur américain James Cameron, auraient exploré le point le plus profond de la planète, 11. ... Show More
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