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Stuff You Missed in History Class
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How can a corpse be incorruptible?
Within hours after death, decay usually sets in and the ...
Within hours after death, decay usually sets in and the human body begins to rot. However, some human bodies simply don't seem to decompose, and scientists have yet to figure out why. Check out this podcast to learn more about incorruptible corpses.
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What happened to the lost colony at Roanoke?
In 1587, English colonists in Roanoke mysteriously disappeared, leaving only ...
In 1587, English colonists in Roanoke mysteriously disappeared, leaving only a few cryptic clues behind. For centuries since, researchers have wondered what became of the lost colonists. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more.
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Do political parties influence the First Lady's duties?
The role of First Lady is extraconstitutional, and the functions ...
The role of First Lady is extraconstitutional, and the functions of this position have varied across administrations. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the influence political parties may have on the role of the First Lady.
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Was an Irish monk the first European to find America?
Although Columbus is often thought to be the first European ...
Although Columbus is often thought to be the first European in America, an Irish monk may have reached the New World in the sixth century. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the fact and fiction surrounding St. Brendan.
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How Presidential Pardons Work
The U.S. Constitution grants several powers to the President, including ...
The U.S. Constitution grants several powers to the President, including the ability to pardon anyone for several types of crime. Learn about the origins of pardons in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.
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What was America's first terrorist threat?
When the U.S. was still a young nation, the notorious ...
When the U.S. was still a young nation, the notorious Barbary pirates demanded tribute from countries across the world. Rumor has it that President Jefferson was the first to stand up to the pirates. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more.
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Does my vote count?
The framers of the Constitution put the electoral college in ...
The framers of the Constitution put the electoral college in place as a compromise, and ever since voters have wondered if their vote counts. Check out this podcast from HowStuffWorks to learn more about the fact and fiction of the electoral college.
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Did someone really escape from Alcatraz?
Alcatraz was one of the United States' most notorious prisons ...
Alcatraz was one of the United States' most notorious prisons -- isolated on an island and surrounded by sharks. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the fact and fiction surrounding escape attempts at Alcatraz.
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The History of Presidential Debates
In the United States, the presidential debate is a time-honored ...
In the United States, the presidential debate is a time-honored institution. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to as our staff writers trace the fact and fiction surrounding presidential debates.
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Did Marie Antoinette really tell French peasants to eat cake?
Marie Antoinette was only ten when Rousseau published the famous ...
Marie Antoinette was only ten when Rousseau published the famous 'let them eat cake' quote. Check out our HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about what this statement actually meant -- whether or not Marie actually said it.
