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Wed. 06/08 - So Long, Sit-Ups

Wed. 06/08 - So Long, Sit-Ups

FromCool Stuff Ride Home


Wed. 06/08 - So Long, Sit-Ups

FromCool Stuff Ride Home

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Length:
17 minutes
Released:
Jun 8, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Has the sit-up been canceled? Plus, the century-long history of growing nonnative plants in Antarctica and how it will help astronauts fill their bellies when they fly to the moon and beyond. And, why mice are afraid of bananas.Sponsor:Indeed, Get a free $75 credit PLUS earn up to $500 extra in sponsored job credits with Indeed’s Virtual Interviews at Indeed.com/goodnewsLinks:The Death of the Sit-Up (The Atlantic)How 100 years of Antarctic agriculture is helping scientists grow food in space (Fast Company)Research briefs: Origami-inspired design and why mice fear bananas (McGill University) Why Are Mice Afraid of Bananas? (SciTechDaily)Jackson Bird on TwitterSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Released:
Jun 8, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

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