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Fighting the Freeze

Fighting the Freeze

FromMost Useful Podcast Ever


Fighting the Freeze

FromMost Useful Podcast Ever

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Length:
38 minutes
Released:
Jan 5, 2018
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Ever wondered about the scientific reasons behind drafty rooms and overactive boilers? Wonder no more! On this episode, Henry Gifford, author of Buildings Don't Lie, explains how humidity affects a cold room, why your thermostat has a tough time accounting for wind, and how restaurant cooling systems account for hot bowls of soup. Also on this episode: Cleaning up the holiday decorations, anti-virus software for phones, and smart tips for surviving a nuclear apocalypse. 
Released:
Jan 5, 2018
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (99)

A podcast for getting things done. Popular Mechanics Editor Jacqueline Detwiler hosts a rotating cast of characters who answer tough questions and provide tips for being smart about life.