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Tell me your favorite episode for the 6th anniversary show! You might have noticed that your television screen today is rectangular, but in the past, TV screens were more square. Yet, sometimes you might have seen black bars on either the top or the side of what you are watching. ...  Show more

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Everyone has loose batteries somewhere in the house. And if you keep those batteries in your junk drawer, that could be dangerous. Listen as I explain why and a better way to store batteries. https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/612670/never-store-batteries-your-junk-drawer Did Fr ...  Show more

I have never found over-the-counter cough and cold medicine to be very effective at relieving symptoms and I know a lot of people feel the same. However, research indicates that there is something in your kitchen cupboard that may be more effective and is totally free of side eff ...  Show more

Jet lag can cause a trip to get off to a tough start. This episode begins with some simple and effective ways to minimize the effects of jet lag so your trip can get good, right from the start. https://www.webmd.com/sleep-disorders/features/jet-lag-remedies Despite all the advanc ...  Show more

About one in ten people claim to be allergic to penicillin. Interestingly, while they may think they are – many of them are not. How can this be? This episode begins with an explanation of how this can be.  https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/do-you-really-have-a-penicillin-allerg ...  Show more