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The science of spiciness | Rose Eveleth
The science of spiciness | Rose Eveleth
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Length:
4 minutes
Released:
Feb 15, 2019
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
When you take a bite of a hot pepper, your body reacts as if your mouth is on fire -- because that's essentially what you've told your brain! Rose Eveleth details the science and history behind spicy foods, giving insights into why some people continue to pay the painful price for a little spice. [Directed by Flaming Medusa Studios Inc., narrated by Rose Eveleth].
Released:
Feb 15, 2019
Format:
Podcast episode
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