Podcast · 451 episodes
Stuff You Should Know, page 6
by iHeartPodcasts · English
If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.
All episodes, page 6
Short Stuff: Cherry BlossomsThe episode “Short Stuff: Cherry Blossoms” explains why Japanese cherry blossoms (sakura) are culturally significant and how the U.S. cherry blossom tradition in Washington, D.C. began.15 Apr 2026 · 13 min · 5 chapters
Are Generations Even a Thing?The hosts debate whether “generations” are real or mostly a marketing/media construct, then walk through U.S.14 Apr 2026 · 49 min · 18 chapters
Selects: What is a Numbers Station?Number stations—shortwave radio broadcasts that begin with tones or songs and then transmit seemingly random numbers/letters, long suspected as one-way coded messages for spies.11 Apr 2026 · 38 min · 22 chapters
How Worker Co-ops WorkWorker cooperatives (co-ops): how they work, where they came from historically, and real-world examples of large and small co-ops.9 Apr 2026 · 45 min · 31 chapters
Short Stuff: History of Spring BreakThe history and evolution of American spring break, from early “hot springs” weekend trips to college road trips, Florida’s rise (Fort Lauderdale, then Daytona), and later party crackdowns and…8 Apr 2026 · 15 min · 12 chapters
Roar: The Most Dangerous Movie Ever Made?Stuff You Should Know’s “movie edition” covers Roar (1981), widely dubbed “the most dangerous film ever made,” despite no deaths on set.7 Apr 2026 · 42 min · 12 chapters
Selects: The Skinny on Lyme DiseaseLyme disease—what it is, how it spreads, why it’s often missed, prevention, and a controversy about whether it could be linked to bioweapons or climate change.4 Apr 2026 · 48 min · 19 chapters
The Colorado River CompactThe Colorado River Compact (1922) and the “law of the river” governing Colorado River water sharing among U.S. basin states (upper vs lower) and Mexico, amid long-term drought and shrinking flows.2 Apr 2026 · 37 min · 13 chapters
Short Stuff: Simple Spelling MovementThe episode “Short Stuff: Simple Spelling Movement” discusses efforts to simplify English spelling to make it more phonetic and easier to learn.1 Apr 2026 · 13 min · 5 chapters
The Middle Class: Canary in the Gold MineThe U.S. middle class as a “canary in the gold mine”—whether it’s hollowed out or actually doing fine—plus how the middle class formed historically, how it peaked after WWII, and why it declined from…31 Mar 2026 · 53 min · 21 chapters
Selects: The Disappearance of Lars MittankThe July 8, 2014 disappearance of German man Lars Mittank (spelled variously), a famous missing-person case in Bulgaria, including his airport sprint on CCTV and disappearance into a sunflower field…28 Mar 2026 · 43 min · 18 chapters
Malcom XMalcolm X’s life story, from childhood and early crime to prison-based transformation, rise as the public face of the Nation of Islam, break with Elijah Muhammad, pilgrimage to Mecca, and…26 Mar 2026 · 56 min · 19 chapters
Short Stuff: Kentucky Meat ShowerThe 1876 “Kentucky Meat Shower,” when hopesteader Rebecca Crouch and her grandson Alan were reportedly hit by meat-like chunks falling over her yard during clear weather; locals couldn’t eat it and…25 Mar 2026 · 11 min · 7 chapters
The History of FireThe first fires came from lightning strikes. After that, the origins of human control over fire remain largely speculative.24 Mar 2026 · 37 min · 20 chapters
Selects: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About GinIn this episode, hosts Josh Clark and Chuck Bryant explore the fascinating world of gin, touching on its history, production processes, types, and various cocktails.21 Mar 2026 · 49 min · 21 chapters
Caterpillars: Nature's MagiciansIn this episode of *Stuff You Should Know*, hosts Josh and Chuck explore the fascinating world of caterpillars, describing them as nature's magicians.20 Mar 2026 · 47 min · 17 chapters
Butterflies: Caterpillars with Wings!In this episode of "Stuff You Should Know," hosts Josh and Chuck delve into the fascinating world of butterflies, exploring their life cycles, behaviors, and ecological significance.20 Mar 2026 · 51 min · 21 chapters
How Snails WorkIn this episode of Stuff You Should Know, hosts Josh and Chuck delve into the fascinating world of snails, aiming to reshape perceptions about these often-misunderstood creatures.20 Mar 2026 · 53 min · 19 chapters
The Fascinating History of DandelionsIn this episode of *Stuff You Should Know*, hosts Josh and Chuck delve into the intriguing world of dandelions, exploring their misunderstood reputation, rich history, and multifaceted uses as both a…20 Mar 2026 · 43 min · 21 chapters
What's Permaculture All About?A podcast that educates listeners on various topics, ranging from historical events to scientific theories.20 Mar 2026 · 52 min · 24 chapters
How Sneezing WorksThis episode explores the fascinating world of sneezing—an involuntary reflex that nearly all animals, including lizards, experience.20 Mar 2026 · 49 min · 18 chapters
Wetlands! Wetlands! Wetlands!In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, hosts Josh and Chuck delve into the fascinating world of wetlands, highlighting their ecological significance and the urgent need for conservation.20 Mar 2026 · 45 min · 20 chapters
Composting: Nature's Most Interesting ProcessHosts Josh and Chuck explore a wide range of fascinating topics including champagne, satanism, chaos theory, and more.20 Mar 2026 · 51 min · 27 chapters
Squirrels, Ahoy!Squirrels are rodents known for their big personalities and interesting hidden lives. This episode explores the fascinating world of squirrels and the various species that inhabit our surroundings.20 Mar 2026 · 53 min · 26 chapters