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Season 1
1x1
DNews Is Launching!
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Nov 30, 2012
DNews is a brand new show from Revision3 and Discovery for all you science & technology geeks out there. We'll be covering everything from bionic arms to secret moon missions and everything in between. If it's igniting your curiosity, we're on it!
1x2
Peace Out, Voyager
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Dec 05, 2012
NASA has had an epic week so far with both the Curiosity and the Voyager. Anthony Carboni asks: which spacecraft is more likely to find life in space?
1x3
The Robot Takeover Is Coming!
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Dec 05, 2012
When he learns that squirrels have taught robots to lie, Trace goes on a mission to discover if they'll be killing us all anytime soon.
1x4
Murder: It's Infectious
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Dec 05, 2012
Murder might just work in the same way than an infectious disease does. DNews host Laci Green breaks down how this might just be true.
1x5
Top 3 Amazing Accidental Discoveries
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Dec 06, 2012
Scientists come across what they think is the oldest dinosaur ever and it turns out it has been stuffed in a closet in a museum for decades! That made Trace wonder... what other amazing finds have people come across in years past? Watch and see!
1x6
Harness a 6th Sense for Yourself!
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Dec 06, 2012
You know that sixth sense birds have telling them to fly south in the winter? Now a few people have figured out how to obtain this sixth sense for themselves. Anthony Carboni tells us why this is freakin' awesome!
1x7
Why Women Should Not Propose!
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Dec 06, 2012
A new study suggests that we want the man to be the one to propose. Host Laci Green explains why this crazy tradition shouldn't be so one-sided. Plus, Laci discusses taking the man's last name when marrying.
1x8
Looking For a Few Good Samaritans
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Dec 07, 2012
You've all seen the now infamous photo of the man hanging from a New York subway platform before he was struck by a train. Rather than snapping this photo, why didn't someone try to save him? Trace peeks inside the mind of a good and bad samaritan.
1x9
BEER: Healthier Than Running!!
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Dec 07, 2012
Turns out running long distance ain't so good for you. You know what is good for you? BEER. Anthony Carboni explains why you should pour a nice cold one next time you want to get healthy.
1x10
Dude, Transformers are Real!
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Dec 07, 2012
At DNews, we love robots! Thats why we're dedicating our first viral video round up to them. Anthony and Laci take a look some of the most amazing new 'bots from around the net.
1x11
The Moon Is So Damn Awesome
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Dec 10, 2012
After a 40 year break, we are going to go back to the moon! Which is awesome because as Trace will tell you, the moon's got everything we could want and more!
1x12
How First Impressions Work
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Dec 10, 2012
We're starting our second week here at DNews, and that made Anthony wonder about what goes into first impressions. What drives gut reactions and snap judgements? He came up with some interesting info. Check it out!
1x13
Find Out If You Are a Sex Addict!
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Dec 10, 2012
There's a big debate going on in the world of psychology over whether or not sexual addiction is a disorder. Is sex addiction real and how do we define it? Laci Green shares with us some of her concerns.
1x14
Try Tofu for Better Sex!
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Dec 11, 2012
Can this bland food spice up your sex life? Trace delves into the world of aphrodisiacs.
1x15
Cats Are Totally Controlling Your Mind!
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Dec 11, 2012
We're not kidding, guys. Some cats are sending parasites into your brain that control your mind and make you crazy. How? Anthony will tell you.
1x16
The App That Knows How You Feel
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Dec 11, 2012
It's the next step in advanced artificial intelligence! A new phone app that can listen to your voice and read your emotions. Laci Green explores why this new technology is so cool and how it all works.
1x17
The 3D Printing Revolution is Here!
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Dec 12, 2012
Inkjet out - 3D in! The dawn of a new printer age is here, and it's bringing some major problems along with it. Trace breaks down why 3D printers are so amazing, and possibly dangerous.
1x18
Siblings Actually Make You Happier
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Dec 12, 2012
Love 'em or hate 'em, scientists are discovering that having a brother or sister can make a big difference on how you see and deal with other people. Anthony and Laci join up for this episode of DNews to tell you how and why.
1x19
Killing Giant Snakes in Florida!
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Dec 12, 2012
Florida is being overrun by giant snakes. The government says they have a solution: launch an amatuer PYTHON HUNT in the Everglades!! Anthony takes a look at their master plan.
1x20
Nature Is Smarter Than Us
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Dec 13, 2012
Nature is pretty damn smart. In fact, many modern technologies get their ideas from nature. Trace explores the awesome field of biomimicry.
1x21
The Matrix Just Might Be Real...and We're In It
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Dec 13, 2012
We know 'The Matrix' is just a movie, but is it really? Researchers at the University of Washington say they have devised a test to tell us whether our entire universe- and even us .. show full overview
1x22
Science IS A Girl Thing!
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Dec 13, 2012
We here at DNews are a solid mix of guys and girls with a passion for all things science. But a video published this summer by the European Commission has us and a bunch of other .. show full overview
1x23
Cheese: It Does A Body Good
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Dec 14, 2012
Things are a bout to get cheesy, as Trace breaks down the history of our favorite sometimes stinky, sometimes gooey, but oh so good dairy product, cheese.
1x24
Dogs Can Drive?!
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Dec 14, 2012
Driving dogs and pigeon-eating catfish, oh my! It's Friday, and that means a look back at this week's coolest science videos!
1x25
A World Without Helium
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Dec 14, 2012
You've probably never thought about where helium comes from. Turns out it's actually SUPER rare on planet earth. And we're running out. As Anthony discovered, we use Helium for all kinds .. show full overview
1x26
Bugs, Arthropods and Insects! Oh My!
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Dec 17, 2012
Bugs. Bugs. Bugs. Lots of bugs. That is the conclusion a team of scientists from around the world came to after an eight year long census of a section of a Panamanian jungle. So many .. show full overview
1x27
Government Spies Predict Our Future
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Dec 17, 2012
A group of some of the world's most respected futurists got together and have made some pretty wild predictions about what the world will be like in 2030. That is just 18 years from now. What they're predicting surprised us, do they surprise you too?
1x28
The 411 on the Mayan Apocalypse
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Dec 17, 2012
The end of the world is here. Again. The latest in a long line of end of the world predictions is upon us, but this one is a little bit different. Reports from around the world show .. show full overview
1x29
These Cute Animals Can Kill You!
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Dec 18, 2012
They are little, and they're cute, but don't let that adorableness deceive you! These animals pack a mean bite and will inject you with venom if necessary. Trace warns us about these .. show full overview
1x30
The TRUTH About the Mayan Calendar
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Dec 18, 2012
It's Day 2 of Apocalypse Watch and Anthony is here to fill you in on the reason everyone is worried, the Mayan Calendar(s).
1x31
Gay? You Were Born This Way!
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Dec 18, 2012
The discovery of a biological reason for why people are gay is one of the most significant studies of the year. If confirmed, it could drastically impact the gay rights debate not just .. show full overview
1x32
How A Bad Virus Treats Disease
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Dec 19, 2012
It's flu season, and that means viruses are out in full force battling our immune systems and trying to make us sick. But are all viruses bad? As it turns out, certain retroviruses just .. show full overview
1x33
Tell the Future About Your History!
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Dec 19, 2012
According to some, the world is going to end on Friday. In the event that actually happens, what becomes of all of humanity's accomplishments: our art, our history? Is there any way to .. show full overview
1x34
Mind Control Is Here!
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Dec 19, 2012
We check out a new implant that can connect the human brain with a robot and how it could eventually lead to full recovery for those with paralysis.
1x35
Make Your Own Crystal Ornaments!
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Dec 20, 2012
The DNews team loves everything science. We are also fans of the holidays. So we thought why not bring the two together!? First up, Laci and Anthony use everyday household items to make super cool crystal ornaments!
1x36
Santa Claus Is Coming To Your House
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Dec 20, 2012
How is Santa able to tell who's naughty and who's nice? How can he travel around the entire world in one night? Laci explains what kind of high tech arsenal Santa has to make it all happen.
1x37
Forget the Apocalypse, Beware of Asteroids!
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Dec 20, 2012
If the world doesn't end tomorrow, don't assume we're safe!! Turns out asteroids are a HUGE threat to the planet. So what are scientists doing to protect us? One hint: Paintball guns!
1x38
Make Insanely Colored Holiday Fires
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Dec 21, 2012
Everybody loves Christmas lights, but what about Christmas fire?! Thats right, we said it, Christmas FIRE! Check out this awesome way to ignite some color into your living room.
1x39
Apoca-list: Doomsday Predictions Throughout History
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Dec 21, 2012
The Apoca-LIST: The Mayan Apocalypse didn't happen, and now it's just another overhyped, failed prophecy. Anthony & Laci count down their Top 5 best (failed) end-of-the-world predictions throughout history.
1x40
Giving Gets You High!
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Dec 21, 2012
Call it a giver's high! When we give selflessly, a host of chemicals are released in our brain, inducing a "giving" high. Laci looks at the science behind the "giver's high," and why it feels so good.
1x41
Eat Bugs for Christmas Dinner!
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Dec 24, 2012
On the holiday menu: BUGS! Watch as he talks about the nutritional value AND gets a taste of them himself. He'll be making a holiday dish filled to the brim with a bunch of creepy .. show full overview
1x42
3 Crazy Holiday Stats
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Dec 25, 2012
Holidays by the numbers: How much raw material is used to create the holidays? Anthony breaks down the crazy numbers.
1x43
Americans Are Fat AND Happy!
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Dec 26, 2012
After an overindulgent holiday season, Trace takes a look at Americans' "ideal weight" and how it has changed over the years. Research shows we're getting heavier but we're okay with it.
1x44
Use Poinsettias to Test for Acid
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Dec 26, 2012
Make homemade pH paper with leftover poinsettia plants! It's easy to do - Anthony & Laci show you how.
1x45
Slime Mold Solves Mazes!
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Dec 26, 2012
Slime Mold has no brain, yet it does some pretty intelligent stuff - like solving mazes and making healthy choices. What gives?! And what other creatures are smarter than we think?
1x46
What is Dead?
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Dec 27, 2012
As technology has changed, so has our definition of "dead." Laci gives a brief history and ponders the delicate boundary between dead and alive.
1x47
Climate Change Threatens Coffee and Chocolate
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Dec 27, 2012
Chocolate and Coffee- GONE!? That is a strong possibility. Watch to find out the details.
1x48
Top 6 Science Books of 2012
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Dec 27, 2012
What were some of the best science books of 2012? Anthony asks io9's Esther Inglis-Arkell about her top reads this past year.
1x49
Too Much Space Junk!
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Dec 28, 2012
We've been going to space for the past 60 years and all the trash we've left behind is starting to pile up! Trace examines the space junk problem and potential solutions that scientists are coming up with.
1x50
Chemistry in Your Cocktail: How Brandy Is Made
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Dec 28, 2012
With New Year's Eve around the corner, DNews takes a closer look at the science behind your holiday cocktail. Anthony goes on a tour of St. George Spirits - an amazing Bay Area distillery - and finds out how apple brandy is made from start to finish.
1x51
Why Fear Is Fun!
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Dec 28, 2012
Why do we love watching horror films? Why do we like being scared? Laci explains the psychology behind the "fear is fun" mentality.
1x52
Top 5 Science Stories of 2012
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Dec 31, 2012
Top 5 Science Stories of 2012! Trace counts down the biggest stories in a year full of amazing scientific advancements and acheivments.
1x53
Why We FAIL at New Year's Resolutions
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Jan 01, 2013
Laci Green breaks down why we have such a hard time sticking to New Years resolutions and the best way to make this year's resolutions count.
1x54
Farm Stink Makes You Sick
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Jan 02, 2013
Living near certain types of farms can make you seriously sick! This is especially true if you live near factory farms. How sick? Trace Dominguez fills us in.
1x55
Why Do Puppies Yawn?
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Jan 02, 2013
A yawning puppy can tell us a lot about how a dog's mind works. It turns out dogs are more like people than we first thought. Anthony Carboni has all the cute and cuddly details.
1x56
Robots: The Future of Great Sex!
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Jan 02, 2013
Having more orgasms is healthy, but also a lot of work. Who's got the stamina for it? Bring in the sex bots! Laci Green has all the details.
1x57
Science Breakthroughs for 2013
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Jan 03, 2013
What will 2013 hold for us in the world of science? Anthony explores some of the awesome upcoming events and advancements that lie in store.
1x58
Building the Future Out of Cardboard
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Jan 03, 2013
A Cathedral made of... Cardboard! Seriously! And that's not all! Trace takes a look at all the cool things being made out of this amazing renewable, recyclable material.
1x59
Be Fat, Live Longer!
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Jan 03, 2013
Being fat can actually make you live longer! Seriously! But that doesn't mean you should hop off the treadmill just yet. Anthony sheds some light on what a new study REALLY says about our weight.
1x60
The Truth About Phones on Airplanes
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Jan 04, 2013
Turns out there's no reason you should have to turn off and stow away your electronics during takeoff and landing. Anthony reveals how it's just a social ploy by the FAA!
1x61
The Taste of Color
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Jan 04, 2013
The colors in our environment make a major impact on how our food tastes! And it doesn't end there. Trace shows how a bit of color can influence our lives.
1x62
Vomiting Robot Helps Humanity
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Jan 04, 2013
Meet Vomiting Larry, the puking robot! He's been made by scientists to study one of the most contagious viruses out there, the Norovirus. Anthony shows us why Larry's work is so important... and disgusting.
1x63
Obsessive Facebook Updates Are Good for You?!
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Jan 07, 2013
Why do we feel the urge to post everything we're doing? Laci Green explores the positive and negative effects of social media.
1x64
Anthony and Veronica Hit Unveiled and What to Expect at CES 2013
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Jan 07, 2013
Join Anthony and Veronica at the CES 2013 Unveiled pre-show press event and see what's in store for the rest of CES!
1x65
What The Frak is Fracking?!
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Jan 07, 2013
Fracking. You've heard the word, but what is it exactly? And why the huge controversy? Trace drills to the bottom of this hotly contested issue.
1x66
CES 2013: Annie and Anthony's Favorite Things So Far
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Jan 08, 2013
Annie and Anthony went over some of their favorite things that they've seen so far at CES 2013.
1x67
Mars Secrets Found on Earth
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Jan 08, 2013
A meteorite from Mars' surface has been found right here on Earth! And it came with some secrets from the Red Planet. Anthony tells us how it got here, and what it reveals about the planet's past.
1x68
The Big 5 Personality Traits
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Jan 08, 2013
Laci Green looks at Costa & McCrae's Big 5 Personality Test, exploring how society may affect the expression of personality traits.
1x69
Make Anything with this Amazing 3D Printer from CES 2013
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Jan 08, 2013
Say hello to 3D printing in your home! The Cube provides consumers with endless possibilities, watch Anthony talk with 3D Systems to get all the details, and how you can get your hands on one!
1x70
Why Junk Food is Addictive
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Jan 09, 2013
Junk food works on our brain like a drug, and that's no exaggeration! Laci has the details and what to do to break the habit!
1x71
Giant Squid: King of the Ocean
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Jan 09, 2013
At last, researchers have captured footage of the giant squid - one of the most elusive creatures in the animal kingdom. How is it different from other big squid? Trace has the details.
1x72
Fitness Tech at CES 2013 - Helping to Make a Healthier You!
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Jan 09, 2013
They call it the "qualitative self," and this concept is the source of a ton of new products and technology that helps to keep you healthy! Anthony and Shannon talk about the fitness .. show full overview
1x73
Own a Piece of Space History!
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Jan 10, 2013
NASA's strapped for cash and looking to sell off some stuff for cheap! Launch pads, runways, all on clearance! Trace has all the details!
1x74
Robot Rock: Fake Bands on the Rise
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Jan 10, 2013
It seems like there are more and more fake bands these days--music produced by computers and performed by either robots or avatars. Trace looks at a few of the "virtual bands" on the rise.
1x75
Adam Sessler's Top Gaming Announcements from CES 2013!
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Jan 10, 2013
Adam Sessler, Editor-In-Chief of Rev3Games joins DNews to break down the significant gaming news and announcements of CES 2013.
1x76
Kitty Ears You Control with Brainwaves! CES 2013
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Jan 11, 2013
Anthony demos one of the best tech we've found yet at CES 2013: the Necomimi Brainwave Kitty Ears! They'll measure your brainwaves and wiggle or move accordingly based on your mental activity.
1x77
Bilingual Brains Are Better
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Jan 11, 2013
Being bilingual can drastically alter your life... and we don't just mean being able to order from a menu when visiting a foreign country! Trace has the details.
1x78
10 Weird Gadgets You Probably Missed at CES 2013
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Jan 11, 2013
CES is filled with the coolest tech toys out there, but some border on simply strange. Revision3's CEO Jim Louderback takes us to the floor of CES 2013 and shows us the top 10 weirdest gadgets at CES 2013!
1x79
Want to Colonize Mars?
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Jan 11, 2013
A company called MarsOne wants to launch the first human settlement on Mars in 2023. They are currently accepting applications, but as Trace reveals, there's a huge catch.
1x80
Should Teachers Carry Guns?
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Jan 14, 2013
Should America's teachers take up arms to protect children? That's the idea some out there have proposed to stop another Sandy Hook tragedy. But does this really make sense, or does it just create a whole new set of problems? Laci takes a look.
1x81
Watch Out for Super Gonorrhea
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Jan 15, 2013
Just North of the border, a drug-resistant form of Gonorrhea could slowly be making its way to the U.S. So what's the scoop on this supercharged version of the clap? Laci Green fills you in.
1x82
Don't Fear the Flu Shot
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Jan 15, 2013
If the influenza virus changes each year, does the flu shot even work? And what is the flu vaccine anyway? Trace explains.
1x83
Grow Your Own 'Shrooms
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Jan 16, 2013
In this episode of DNews, Anthony heads to Oakland, CA to check out how Back to the Roots is taking coffee grounds and turning them into an easy way of growing your own mushrooms.
1x84
Fake Poop to the Rescue
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Jan 16, 2013
A very nasty and sometimes deadly stomach bug is plaguing our hospitals: C. Difficile. Now, scientists have developed a treatment that works- a poop transplant. That right. A poop transplant. Anthony shows us how this treatment is saving lives.
1x85
Scientists VS Internet Trolls!
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Jan 17, 2013
Scientists on the cutting edge vs pessimistic web trolls! All across the Internet, scientists are forced to continually defend their work against a group of people discounting their .. show full overview
1x86
What Doping is and How Lance Armstrong Did It
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Jan 17, 2013
Lance Armstrong confesses to doping. But what methods did he use and why weren't doctors ever able to detect it? Anthony Carboni breaks down the sophisticated methods Lance and his team used and what this means for the future of the sport.
1x87
Simulating the Human Brain
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Jan 18, 2013
The Blue Brain Project is working to build a human brain- inside a supercomputer. By simulating the neurons of a human brain, they can do all kinds of things that could have a huge impact on how we live in the real world. Anthony explains how.
1x88
Five Minutes 'till Doomsday
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Jan 18, 2013
It's five till midnight according to the Doomsday clock, but what exactly does that mean?
1x89
Electric Rides of the Future
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Jan 19, 2013
While we've witnessed the rebirth of the electric car, here are three other battery powered / electric forms of transportation we can look forward to.
1x90
Do More By Doing Nothing
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Jan 19, 2013
Contrary to popular belief, it would seem that taking a break rather than dedicating all your time to one thing might actually make your more efficient!
1x91
This Crosswalk Button Will Get You Nowhere
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Jan 20, 2013
From thermostats to crosswalks and even elevator buttons, we are apparently conditioned to pressing placebo buttons. Why though do we do this? Anthony explains.
1x92
Flushed Fish Invading Oceans
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Jan 20, 2013
Flushing your fish down the toilet can be disastrous to the ocean's ecosystem, here's why!
1x93
Food Label Lies!
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Jan 21, 2013
Much of what we eat isn't what we think it is. Lax laws on food labelling allow many substitute, "mock" foods to be served instead. Anthony looks at what's actually in our food and how it's easy to be fooled.
1x94
Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2013: How Far Have We Come?
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Jan 21, 2013
On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Laci Green reflects on racial injustice in the United States.
1x95
Top US Cities for Bed Bugs
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Jan 22, 2013
Bed Bugs... they're not going away! And in some places, the bed bugs are biting harder than ever! Trace goes through the list of the cities affected the worst by these tiny, seemingly invincible pests.
1x96
Te'o Hoax: Fake Girlfriends More Common Than You Think
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Jan 22, 2013
Manti Te'o's dead girlfriend was a hoax. She was made up, which is more common than you think. Laci Green looks at the trend of making up fake people, and its psychological roots.
1x97
Twins Believe Death is Better than Blindness
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Jan 23, 2013
Assisted suicide is still a hotly debated topic, but with two deaf twins in Belgium choosing to end their lives on their own, perhaps we should be reconsidering our views on the issue.
1x98
Puppies So Cute You Want To Eat 'Em But Why?
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Jan 23, 2013
Puppies so cute that you want to squeeze 'em, eat them even! Turns out, we do have a physical reaction to cuteness--literally, we want to care for it, and if we can't care for it, we .. show full overview
1x99
Freeze Yourself To Live Forever? The Truth About Cryonics
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Jan 24, 2013
If death was imminent, would you consider cryogenically freezing yourself, with the hopes that one day future technology would bring you back to life? Battling with brain cancer, thats .. show full overview
1x100
Eliminate Cats! A Crazy Plan to Save Birds in New Zealand
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Jan 24, 2013
Housecats are destroying New Zealand's natural habitat! They are an invasive species and a threat to indigenous wildlife. At least that's what Gareth Morgan says, the man behind a .. show full overview
1x101
DNA Data Storage: Your Genetic Material Is a Hard Drive
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Jan 25, 2013
Using DNA as a hard drive? Its not as crazy as it sounds! Scientists at the European Bioinformatics Institute over in the UK, have actually done it and the results have been impressive. .. show full overview
1x102
Research Chimps to Retire
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Jan 25, 2013
The NIH is retiring 400 chimps from their research laboratories! Trace ponders what our genetic cousins will do in retirement, and looks at what is in store for the 50 research chimps that will remain with the NIH.
1x103
Is Obama Stressed Out? Why We Go Gray
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Jan 26, 2013
Seems like Obama has a lot more gray in his hair since his first inauguration. Is it from the stress of being President? What actually causes us to go gray? Laci Green explores the different factors.
1x104
J.J. Abrams Lens Flares: How They're Made
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Jan 26, 2013
The King of the Lens Flare (aka JJ Abrams) is set to direct Star Trek VII. But what are lens flares they exactly and how are they made? And how do filmmakers like Abrams use them to their advantage? Anthony goes behind the lens for answers.
1x105
The Male Birth Control You've Never Heard Of
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Jan 27, 2013
It looks like women won't be the only ones tasked with the burden of birth control, as men now have a way of their own.
1x106
Why Everyone's So Mad At Beyonce
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Jan 27, 2013
The internet is in a fury over Beyonce's alleged lip syncing at Obama's inauguration. If she did lip sync, it feels like a huge betrayal...a huge lie. Why is this? Afterall, the public .. show full overview
1x107
Real Life Sea Monsters!
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Jan 28, 2013
Sea monsters are real! Laci dives to the ocean's deepest depths and uncovers the coolest (and terrifying) creatures in the sea!
1x108
Would You Kill a Robot?
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Jan 28, 2013
If a robot begged for mercy, could you still "kill" it? In a modern-day interpretation of the famous Milgram Experiments, scientists from the University of Canterbury see how close people will go when told to "kill."
1x109
Sex In Space: How It's Done
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Jan 29, 2013
Sex in space. Sounds like fun, right? Has it been done before? And is it even possible? Laci takes a look.
1x110
Dung Beetles Use Milky Way as Compass
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Jan 29, 2013
Poop ball making Dung Beetles actually use the Milky Way for navigation. So why does an animal who runs around hunting for poop need to navigate so accurately? Trace has the answers.
1x111
Creationism Creeping Into Schools?
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Jan 30, 2013
Evolution vs. Creationism: Five new bills are being proposed in four states aimed at allowing the teaching of creationism in schools. And if you, like us, thought the issue had been put .. show full overview
1x112
Could SpaceX Save the Dreamliner?
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Jan 30, 2013
Batteries built for space on a Boeing 787 Dreamliner? It could happen! With the safety issues plaguing the 787 Dreamliner, Elon Musk of SpaceX and Tesla Motors has offered Boeing its .. show full overview
1x113
Ray Lewis: WTF is Deer Antler Spray?
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Jan 31, 2013
Deer Antler Spray is the new blood doping! Thats right. Deer. Antler. Spray. Ray Lewis of the Baltimore Ravens is being accused of using the stuff just days before the big game. But what is it exactly and does it actually do anything?
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5 Crazy Super Bowl Party Stats
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Jan 31, 2013
The Super Bowl is here and it's time to party, people! We've got 5 crazy stats on the things that make watching football this Sunday so much fun! Bring on the chicken wings!
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The Weird History Behind Groundhog Day
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Feb 01, 2013
Groundhog Day. Its a great movie and one weird American tradition. On February 2nd of each year, if a particular groundhog in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania sees his shadow, we'll have to .. show full overview
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Animals in Orbit: Why We Send Em' Into Space
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Feb 01, 2013
While Iran is a little bit behind in sending a monkey into space, it got us thinking, why do we send animals into space?
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Robotic Bird Takes Flight
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Feb 02, 2013
Robots are taking to the skies! We're not talking military drones. We mean the kind of sweet robots you dreamt of as a kid. Anthony gives us a sneak peak.
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China Air Pollution: Off the Charts
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Air date
Feb 02, 2013
The smog in China is now so bad that one millionaire is manufacturing cans of air to help people breathe! No joke. It's so bad that on the Air Quality Index Beijing measured 775, when .. show full overview
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Love Stinks: The Smell of Attraction
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Feb 03, 2013
There's a reason you're attracted to certain scents and it has to do with your own natural smell. Pheromone parties are predicated on this very logic, designed to help you smell out a mate. Join Anthony as he takes a big whiff.
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Does Lightning Cause Migraines?
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Air date
Feb 03, 2013
Lightning could have triggered your last headache! As crazy as it sounds, its true, according to new research. But how does it work and what can you do to prevent them? Laci's breaks it all down.
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The Cost of Living on Mars
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Feb 04, 2013
Relocating to Mars is expensive business! From transportation to food to communication with the outside world for sheer sanity--Anthony breaks down all the variables to make a successful move.
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Big Game Blackout: The Power Grid Explained
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Feb 04, 2013
With the commotion over the power outage at the Super Bowl this weekend over, see what goes into powering up our daily lives.
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Abuse in Relationships: Why Do Victims Go Back?
Episode overview
Air date
Feb 05, 2013
Abuse victims returning to their abuser is a controversial and complicated topic. And as Laci Green explains, the roots of this behavior are deeper than you think.
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Breaking the Seal: Fact or Fiction?
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Air date
Feb 05, 2013
If, after a few drinks, you finally decided to hit the bathroom--are you actually 'breaking the seal?' Thereby triggering a need to pee for the rest of your bar-hopping night? Anthony breaks down the science behind this common happy-hour belief.
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Why is Whale Vomit So Valuable?
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Feb 06, 2013
Why is smelly Sperm Whale vomit worth tens of thousands of dollars? Trust us when we say its an important ingredient in the very last product you'd think of.
1x126
King Richard III: Shakespeare Vs. Reality
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Feb 06, 2013
Anthony Carboni and Adam Sessler sit down and talk about Richard The III - the man, his recently found remains, and why the find is significant to thespians everywhere!
1x127
Zebrafish: The New Lab Rat
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Feb 07, 2013
Feel bad for Lab Rats? Well don't feel bad for them any more! Turns out Zebrafish are even better 'lab rats' than the lab rats and are being used more frequently. Trace has what makes them such good test subjects.
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DNews Hits Reply All!
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Feb 07, 2013
With two months in and all three of our hosts here, we're responding to your comments! Thank you fans and keep 'em coming!
1x129
Face Tattoos: The Ultimate Declaration of Love
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Feb 08, 2013
Face Tattoos. Would you get one? Chances are most of you said 'no', but people are getting them and they're getting more popular. So what drives people to mark their faces in such permanent ways? Laci explores this growing trend.
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Top 3 Animal Videos This Week
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Feb 08, 2013
Check out a disabled pig happily cruising in a K'Nex Wheelchair! Plus, a moth drives a small robot and watch the rescue of an adorable bottlenose dolphin!
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Science Predicts Future Murderers
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Air date
Feb 09, 2013
The mind of a violent person is a dark place...literally. For the first time, researchers have spotted a physical distinction in the brain of a violent criminal. And as Anthony tells us, the implications are potentially very far-reaching.
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Men and Women Ain't So Different
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Feb 09, 2013
Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus....or are they? Couldn't we all just be from Earth? Laci and Trace delve into the classic gender debate.
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3 Islands Overrun By Crazy Animals
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Feb 10, 2013
An island full of slithering, deadly snakes. It's not the setting to some B-Movie, but a real place! And that's not the only island out there overrun with a particular species. Just wait 'till you see what the others have in store.
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Predicting News in the Future
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Air date
Feb 10, 2013
Predicting the future is science fiction no more! Teams of researchers from Microsoft and an Israeli university say they have figured out how to predict certain future events. So how do .. show full overview
1x135
Solar Superstorm Could Knock Out the Internet
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Air date
Feb 11, 2013
NASA is warning that we are due for a once in a century Solar Superstorm, which could leave us here on Earth in virtual darkness. What is this crazy storm and what we can we do? Laci has the details.
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Why Blimps Are Better Than Airplanes
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Air date
Feb 11, 2013
Blimps are back! And they can do a lot more than advertise for tire companies and explode in hydrogen fed fires! Trace has why the Blimp may be making a big time comeback.
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SETI Fail: No Alien Life Found
Episode overview
Air date
Feb 12, 2013
No extraterrestrials for SETI. Yet. But was their search doomed from the very beginning? Trace and Anthony join up and take a look at where they may have gone wrong.
1x138
Pluto's New Moons: Play the Name Game
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Air date
Feb 12, 2013
Astronomers need your help naming the two recently discovered moons around Pluto. But there are rules to this interstellar name game. Trace has the details.
1x139
The Dark Side of Valentine's Day
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Air date
Feb 13, 2013
Valentine's Day can put a lot of pressure on relationships. Unrealistic expectations on a single day can lead to trouble. But, as Anthony reports, some good can still come out of this Hallmark holiday!
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State of the Union Highlights: Obama Loves Science
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Air date
Feb 13, 2013
In light of President Obama's State of the Union speech, Trace examines the science highlights.
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True Love Ain't Magic, It's Science!
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Air date
Feb 14, 2013
Those butterflies and fireworks you feel when falling love are actually just brain chemicals flooding your system. Laci breaks down what's happening behind the science of a new relationship.
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Huge Asteroid Nearly Hits Earth
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Air date
Feb 14, 2013
Does a HUGE asteroid passing nearby mean the end of humanity? Not quite, but wait 'till you hear just how close a call it is.
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HUGE Meteor Hits Russia!
Episode overview
Air date
Feb 15, 2013
The meteor that hit Russia was fairly small, but the large asteroids that fly by are filled with precious metals that some hope to actually mine and bring back to earth! As crazy as it .. show full overview
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Russian Meteor: The Full Story
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Air date
Feb 15, 2013
Scientists from around the world have been all over the Russian meteor that exploded over the Ural Mountains. We now know the size of the massive space rock...and just wait till you hear how fast it was moving! Anthony has all the details.
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4 Biggest Asteroid Strikes Ever
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Feb 16, 2013
The devastating meteor crash in Russia made us wonder, how many other big strikes has the planet taken? Trace found out and counts down the top four biggest asteroid strikes to ever hit Earth!
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3 Super Weird Animal Behaviors
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Air date
Feb 16, 2013
It's raining SPIDERS! Seriously! That and two other super weird animal behaviors in this week's Video Roundup!
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Inside the Brains of Internet Trolls
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Air date
Feb 17, 2013
Internet Trolls- We've all seen 'em throwing around insults and taking over message boards. But what drives these people? Trace goes troll hunting and finds out.
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Is Love Just a Computer Algorithm?
Episode overview
Air date
Feb 17, 2013
Do online dating sites really work? Turns out they're each driven by a complicated set of computer algorithms with the goal of matching its users with their one true love. Laci lakes a look, and shares her own adventures in internet romance.
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Couples Who Drink Together, Stay Together
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Air date
Feb 18, 2013
If you drink and have relationship issues, don't blame the booze. The booze can actually help you! Trace tells you how.
1x150
Can You Handle 3 Girlfriends?
Episode overview
Air date
Feb 18, 2013
Can you handle a second or third girlfriend or boyfriend? Turns out more and more people can, and we don't mean "on the side." Polyamory is quickly becoming this generation's sexual revolution. Laci explores what it's all about and how it works.
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Do I See Colors the Same Way You Do?
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Air date
Feb 19, 2013
Is the way you see color the same way everyone else does? And for that matter, what about those who are color blind? Anthony throws on his rose-colored glasses and takes a look.
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INCOMING! How Meteor Warnings Work
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Air date
Feb 19, 2013
Exploding meteors! Near-miss asteroids! Aahhh!! Can we get some warning next time? What do we do if not? Trace finds out who's watching the skies.
1x153
Folding Nature with Origami
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Air date
Feb 20, 2013
Anthony sits down with Bernie Beyton, a wildlife biologist and talented origamist, to discuss how his research and art fit together. Plus: origami spectacled bear hats!
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Google Glass: Why An Augmented Reality Is Here To Stay
Episode overview
Air date
Feb 20, 2013
With Google Glass on the horizon, it got Anthony thinking, is this the beginning of augmented reality reaching into our everyday lives? Check it out.
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Diving Deep for Science
Episode overview
Air date
Feb 21, 2013
What's easier to explore: outer space or the ocean? Laci's got the surprising answer and more. Right here!
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Bionic Eye Cures Blindness
Episode overview
Air date
Feb 21, 2013
With so much progress being made in the field of bionic limbs, its only a matter of time before we got bionic eyes. Well the time is now and Anthony fills you in on this innovative new technology.
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Trailblazing the Human Brain
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Air date
Feb 22, 2013
The Brain Activity Map project will cost about $3 billion. But we might benefit twenty times more! Anthony shows us where the future of brain science is headed.
1x158
Dolphins Give Each Other Unique Names
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Air date
Feb 22, 2013
A new study shows dolphins are even smarter than we thought! Scientists discovered dolphins actually give names to each other. And if you thought that was cool, you won't believe how far away they can hear each other!
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The War on Pubic Hair
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Feb 23, 2013
Are pubes as terrible as we seem to think they are? In this episode of DNews, Laci Green outlines the evolutionary and medical benefits of going au naturel.
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Are You the Greatest of All Time? Probably Not.
Episode overview
Air date
Feb 23, 2013
"I'm not like the others; I'm awesome." We all think it. But is it true? Trace lets us know whether we're kidding ourselves, and why that might be a good thing.
1x161
Monster Goldfish Invade Lake Tahoe
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Air date
Feb 24, 2013
Lake Tahoe is being overtaken by Giant Goldfish! Some of these suckers are several pounds. But not all goldfish can grow this big. Scientists say something in the lake is helping these behemoths reach this size.
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The Weirdest Animal Penises
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Air date
Feb 24, 2013
The diversity of evolution: it's downright amazing, and we're not just talkin' wings and eyeballs- we're talkin' animal penises! Trace takes us on a tour of the animal kingdom's boxer shorts.
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Is Your Face Racist
Episode overview
Air date
Feb 25, 2013
Researchers in Delaware claim to have found markers for a biological predisposition to being racist. It's a controversial, if not intriguing, claim. Anthony takes a look a look at their report.
1x164
Debunking the Blood Type Diet
Episode overview
Air date
Feb 25, 2013
The Blood Type Diet (AKA Eat Right 4 Your Type) claims there are certain foods and lifestyles better suited for different blood types. Is there any merit to this? And why do we have different types of blood in the first place?
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Conspiracy Theories: Why We Believe
Episode overview
Air date
Feb 26, 2013
Conspiracy theories are characterized by unfalsifiable explanations for confusing or stressful events. Who is most likely to believe them? And why do our brains gravitate toward these theories?
1x166
Would You Eat Horse Meat?
Episode overview
Air date
Feb 26, 2013
Everyone's talking about the horse meat scandal in Europe, but is it really that bad? Horse meat is eaten regularly in many cultures. So why does it get such a bad rap? And what's the weirdest food you've ever eaten?
1x167
Charge Your Cell Phone In 5 Seconds
Episode overview
Air date
Feb 27, 2013
Supercapacitors: They'll enable you to charge your cell phone in 5 seconds, or an electric car in about a minute. They're cheap, biodegradable, never wear out and as Trace will tell you, could be powering your life sooner than you'd think.
1x168
Sleep Loss Screws Your Genes!
Episode overview
Air date
Feb 27, 2013
Laci takes a look at the effects sleep loss can have on your body, particularly your genes.
1x169
4D Printing: Better Than 3D?
Episode overview
Air date
Feb 28, 2013
Forget 3D, 4D is the future! The kinks are still being worked out, but this new technology could transform life here on Earth, and even outer space. Anthony tells us how.
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Rats Can Read Minds!
Episode overview
Air date
Feb 28, 2013
Rats can read the thoughts of other rats! A landmark study has shown that through a brain to brain interface, rats are able to to connect and communicate with one another. Trace has all the exciting details on what this "mind meld" could mean for us!
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3D Movies Make You Sick
Episode overview
Air date
Mar 01, 2013
Ever felt nauseous or dizzy during a 3D movie? You're not alone. 3D makes most people sick and here's why.
1x172
Jetpacks! Bird Bachelor Pads! This Week's Crazy Videos!
Episode overview
Air date
Mar 01, 2013
A real jetpack you can fly in! Male Bowerbirds know how to attract the ladies! And finally, a machine to separate the cream from the cookie in Oreos. Thank God. Check out our top 3 videos of the week!
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How Music Affects Your Brain
Episode overview
Air date
Mar 02, 2013
Good music makes us feel good. No surprise there. Now scientists have uncovered what's going on inside our brains when we are jammin' to our favorite tunes. Anthony explains.
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How Scary Sinkholes Are Formed
Episode overview
Air date
Mar 02, 2013
Sinkholes are eating up buildings! You've seen them on the news, maybe even in your own neighborhoods... but what exactly causes them in the first place? Trace takes a look.
1x175
The Truth About Diamonds
Episode overview
Air date
Mar 03, 2013
They're shiny, oh so expensive and, as it turns out, not all that uncommon. Laci Green looks at why our love affair with diamonds has lasted the test of time.
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Outsmarting Our Immune System
Episode overview
Air date
Mar 03, 2013
Our bodies are a battleground--constantly fighting off infection and disease. But what happens when our bodies fight off something that's helpful, like an artificial knee? It's not good. .. show full overview
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Drone Pilots Get Stress Disorders Too
Episode overview
Air date
Mar 04, 2013
Drone pilots do their work from a remote location, but that doesn't keep them out of harm's way. New research shows they suffer from many of the same kinds of stress disorders as those in combat. Anthony explains why.
1x178
Doctors Cure Baby of HIV
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Air date
Mar 04, 2013
Anthony takes a look at a case of an HIV positive baby possibly being cured of the disease.
1x179
Acne Bacteria Clears Skin?
Episode overview
Air date
Mar 05, 2013
Bacteria living on our skin can cause zits -- gross. But Laci Green's got news from a study that shows not all acne bacteria are evil! Some might even be helping us out.
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Why Teens Get Bieber Fever
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Air date
Mar 05, 2013
First came Beatlemania, today it's Bieber Fever. Laci Green explores what it is about young pop stars that sends teenage girls' hearts aflutter.

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