New England versus Vampires, Part One: The Brutal, Terrifying Life of Early Colonists

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The Bizarre Parable of New Coke, Chapter One: Sweeter, Stranger, Strange

Heads-up! We are extremely biased on this one. Back in the 1980s, Coca-Cola was terrified of losing the Great Soda War to Pepsi. In the depths of desperation, they futzed with the golden goose — the secret formula for one of the most popular sodas on the planet. In the first spic ...  Show more

"Resting Bicycle Face": Bikes and Women's Rights

Nowadays bicycles are a common sight across the world -- they're efficient, convenient, and a great way to get in some exercise. Yet in the late 1800s they were ground zero for a culture war over women's rights. In today's episode, Ben, Noel and Max discover how the humble 'safet ...  Show more

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