Short Stuff: Why Spilling Salt is Unluck...

It’s rare that the downfall of an empire can be chalked up to the decisions of just one person. It’s even rarer, when the empire falls over the course of a year. That’s pretty much what happened with the Soviet Union when Mikhail Gorbachev dissolved it.See omnystudio.com/listener ... Show More

Narcolepsy is one of those amazing rare disorders that everyone thinks they understand – people just fall asleep at random times, even in the middle of doing something. But there’s a lot more to it and – even better – we actually may be able to explain it. Josh and Chuck run it d ... Show More

Rope is one of the unsung heroes of the world of inventions. Think about it. Then let us tell you about it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

It’s one ingredient that can cross the threshold of the mundane, offering supernatural protection against lingering spirits… And you can find it in any kitchen, every ocean, and even our bodies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 

New research has found that adding salt to your meals could take years off your life. 

As human beings we often find it difficult to take responsibility for our lives. We attribute our successes or our failures to a little thing called Luck. But when you believe that everything is connected, and that karma exists, you know you are the true cause of your own good lu ... Show More

For eons, salt has been crucial to human health, culture, and diet. On this episode of The Evidence, we explore the strange science of salt taste – why it can be sweet, salty, or even a flavour enhancer. We look at how salt keeps our bodies running, and what happens if we have to ... Show More

In this episode, I discuss some of the problems caused by the mantra that 'salt is bad' and highlight which people may actually benefit from increasing their salt intake.References and links can be found at www.Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep69TOPICS00:48 - Has my opinion on salt changed ... Show More

Sailors are a superstitious lot, and refraining from whistling might sound like a typical warning from an old salt. But if you're not careful, an errant whistle can blow up a storm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 

We often let bad events blot out good ones, but a simple approach can help you keep a better perspective Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.