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Spotlight on Alan Turing
Alan Turing is often hailed as a genius, but why? ...
Alan Turing is often hailed as a genius, but why? In this episode, Jonathan and Chris trace the life, trials and astonishing breakthroughs of Alan Turing. Tune in to learn more about Turing's work and influence on history.
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Did John Titor travel through time?
From 2000 to 2001 someone calling himself John Titor claimed ...
From 2000 to 2001 someone calling himself John Titor claimed to have traveled to the past from the year 2036. His predictions caused a flurry of conspiracy theories, but whatever happened to him? Tune in to get Chris and Jonathan's take in this podcast.
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Why are rare Earth metals important?
Rare earth metals are a crucial component in many electronic ...
Rare earth metals are a crucial component in many electronic devices, but what exactly are they? In this episode, Jonathan and Chris break down the fact and fiction about rare earth metals -- and why they're so important.
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Rechargeable Batteries: Pros and Cons
If rechargeable batteries are so great, then how come they ...
If rechargeable batteries are so great, then how come they haven't replaced all disposable models? In this podcast, the guys take a closer look at the technology behind rechargeable batteries. Tune in and learn more.
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How Batteries Work
Nowadays, batteries are everywhere -- but what exactly are they? ...
Nowadays, batteries are everywhere -- but what exactly are they? How do they work? In this podcast, Chris and Jonathan break down the history of batteries, their uses and the chemistry involved.
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A TechStuff Tour of Bill Gates's House
As one of the world's most wealthy and influential men, ...
As one of the world's most wealthy and influential men, Bill Gates can afford to have some of the finer things in life -- including an amazing mansion in California. Tune in as the TechStuff crew takes a closer look at the futuristic home of Bill Gates.
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The Ethics of Piracy
You've heard of honor among thieves, but are there ethics ...
You've heard of honor among thieves, but are there ethics among pirates? Each year, millions of people illegally download content and software without paying a dime. In this episode, the guys explore ethics (or lack thereof) in digital piracy.
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Are self-driving cars a good idea?
For decades people have dreamed of utopian, gridlock-free traffic, filled ...
For decades people have dreamed of utopian, gridlock-free traffic, filled with self-driving cars. Could this science-fiction standby become reality? Tune in as Jonathan and Chris take a closer look at self-driving cars.
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The Duke Nukem Forever Saga
Duke Nukem 3D took the gaming world by storm in ...
Duke Nukem 3D took the gaming world by storm in 1996, and fans clamored for a sequel. By 1997 the game-makers announced the development of a game called Duke Nukem Forever. Tune in to learn more, including why it still hasn't been released.
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What happened to Cuil?
In 2008, Cuil was hailed as the first serious potential ...
In 2008, Cuil was hailed as the first serious potential rival to Google's search engine. With an employee roster of former Google employees and a supposedly superior search function, Cuil looked set to succeed. So what went wrong? Tune in to learn more.
