The How in the World Podcast
1) Ep. 46: Is airplane air safe?
On this episode of the How in the World Podcast, we answer the question: How in the world can I feel safe about breathing airplane air in the midst of a pandemic?
2) Ep. 45: Understanding accents
In this episode, we answer the question, "How in the world can we all speak the same language but with different accents?"
3) Ep. 44: The skinny on vaccines
This week, we get into a question that many of us — probably almost ALL of us — have had for the past two years: What's the deal with vaccines? What do they do and how are they made? Important to know...Show More
4) Ep. 43: Colonizing Mars
In this episode, we explore Elon Musk's plan of colonizing Mars over the next 20 years or so. Sure, it sounds like science fiction, but is it?
5) Ep. 42: Exploring the world’s strangest Christmas traditions
Of all the world's Christmas traditions, America's Santa might be the LEAST creative. Check out these crazy — and often terrifying — customs from around the globe!
6) Ep. 41: Why do practically all of us need our wisdom teeth removed?
Why are they called "wisdom teeth" anyway? Why do most people need them removed, but some don't? And what do they have in common with men's nipples?
7) Ep. 40: How Christmas trees are grown and why they cost so much
Christmas trees might be the most iconic symbol of the holiday, but how much do you really know about them? We separate truth from myth. Mark was actually raised on a Christmas tree farm and gives us ...Show More
8) Ep. 39: What is the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier all about?
Get the facts behind of one of the world's most solemn sites: the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery.
9) Ep. 38: How did we name our days and establish the weekend?
How did the days of the week get their odd names? Who decided when the weekend would be? We answer both of these questions!
10) Ep. 37: How does the Electoral College work?
Listen closely, because the Electoral College is important! In these divisive political times, it's critical to know your civics!