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Oct 2022
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349: The Rooster Gauntlet

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Did people used to die of old age earlier? What would happen to a dead body on the moon? Where could I live that is furthest away from venomous creatures? How do we know that smacking an asteroid would keep it from hitting Earth? How do I be brave in the dark? Hank Green and John Green have answers!   If you're in need of dubious advice, email us at hankan ... Show More
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