TRC #314: Parasites & Multiple Sclerosis + How Big Is The Universe + Tim Hortons Cup Sizes

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TRC #314: Parasites & Multiple Sclerosis + How Big Is The Universe + Tim Hortons Cup Sizes

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Sep 13, 2014

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Episode 314 has not one guest, but TWO! First Dina tells us all about parasites, multiple sclerosis and clinical trials. Next Dana takes a look at the size of the universe. Lastly, Adam investigates a viral video about Tim Hortons cup sizes.

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Sep 13, 2014

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