Spontaneous Human Combustion

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Get ready to explore the fascinating yet once-feared phenomenon of spontaneous human combustion (SHC). Join us as we delve into the science behind this mysterious occurrence, debunking myths and offering explanations for some of the most famous cases. Learn how an external igniti ...  Show more

Creating fire was possibly the most important human discovery, but it's easy to take for granted. But. Josh and Chuck get to the bottom of the chemistry of fire in their quest to explain everything in the universe.

As part of their strange, ongoing suite on circus arts, Chuck and Josh discuss one of the more dangerous crowd favorites, aspirating extremely flammable chemicals from one's mouth onto a flame, creating a ball of fire. It's straightforward, yes, and stunningly hazardous.

Creating fire was possibly the most important human discovery, but it's easy to take for granted. But. Josh and Chuck get to the bottom of the chemistry of fire in their quest to explain everything in the universe, in this classic episode.