Come say farewell to Caitlin, and welcome our new Executive Producer, Nicole Sweeney! We'll be hanging out and answering your questions, reminiscing on Caitlin's contributions, and looking toward the future as she passes the baton to the new head of SciShow. Friday, May 19th, 12 pm PT | 3 pm ET.<...
2023-05-12 20:49:49 +0000 UTC View PostBack by popular demand, here's what's on SciShow this week!
How Wildfires Spawn Deadly Firenadoes (and How to Stop Them)
There Shouldn't Be Monk...
2023-03-31 22:54:24 +0000 UTC View Post
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Hello SciShow Patrons! We have an exciting announcement: SciShow Space and SciShow Psych are getting their own Patreon accounts!
Up until now, SciShow’s Patreon has served as the Patreon for SciShow’s main channel, SciShow Space, and SciShow Psych. But over the years, each show has deve...
2021-03-12 23:09:59 +0000 UTC View PostHi SciShow Patrons!
Everyone in the UK, EU and U.S. can now pledge to our Patreon in their local currency of Euros (€), British Pounds (£) or U.S. Dollars ($). This will help prevent you paying extra conversion fees from your bank or card when pledging in a currency tha...
2020-10-05 22:37:16 +0000 UTC View PostSciShow
Many animals show their teeth as a threat, so how did humans end up with our friendly smiles?
2020-01-24 23:21:10 +0000 UTC View PostSciShow
Does a Strong Immune System Make Colds Worse?
A strong immune system may actually lead to more cold symptoms.
2020-01-18 00:42:59 +0000 UTC View PostSorry for the gap in posting these! We're back on schedule now that the holidays and P4A are over :).
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Piranhas aren't always the ferocious and deadly creatur...
2020-01-11 03:38:20 +0000 UTC View PostSciShow
People in their 90s have been known to impregnate their partners, so it might seem like age isn't a factor for sperm. But it turns out time takes a toll on eve...
2019-11-23 16:53:06 +0000 UTC View PostSciShow
Some birds in Australia intentionally start fires.
2019-10-26 17:57:35 +0000 UTC View PostSciShow
The Rainbow Gem Made from Ancient Sea Creatures
In Southern Alberta, ammonite fossils have turned into rainbow-colored gems.
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Are Soft Cheeses Dangerous During Pregnancy?
This is why pregnant people are told to avoid soft cheeses.
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The Deep-Sea Snail with an Iron Shell
These snails wear iron suits of armor they seem to build themselves.
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Why Lizards Don't Run Marathons
Some lizards can't run and breathe at the same time.
2019-09-13 23:37:12 +0000 UTC View PostSciShow
Are Electric Cars Really More Environmentally Friendly?
Is choosing an electric car really doing anything in the fight against climate change?
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Why You Should Never Put Tomatoes in the Fridge!
For the best-tasting tomatoes, keep them out of the fridge.
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Why Do Fevers Get Worse at Night?
If you've noticed that your fever is worse at night, that's not your imagination.
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The Terrifying Fish with Transparent Teeth
This deep-sea fish's transparent teeth take its stealth to the next level.
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These Birds Smell Like Tangerines
These birds' tangerine smell has been described as "distinctive" and "pungent."
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SPF Doesn't Mean What You Think It Means
For the best sun protection, you're going to need to know more than just the SPF.
For the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon landing, we wanted to do something special. Thanks to our patrons, we were able to travel around the country, talk with experts, and put together our first-ever documentary. We've been working on this video for months, and we're so excited to finally...
2019-07-17 16:24:59 +0000 UTC View PostSciShow
Are the Meat Sweats a Real Thing?
You may have experienced some discomfort after a particularly meaty meal, but what's actually going on?
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What is it about soft things that makes us want to touch them so much?
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Should You Worry About Caffeine Dehydrating You?
Is caffeine really dehydrating you?
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If you've ever eaten fish, you've probably noticed that it's flakier than other animal protein. Here's why!
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The Awesome Bug That Lives on Frozen Volcanos
In the frozen mini volcanoes on Mauna Kea there lives a scavenger-predator that prefers its meals delivered...
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Meet The Black Swallower: Nature's Top Competitive Eater
The black swallower looks pretty unassuming—until it eats meals several times larger than itself.
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Why Does Melted Cheese Taste So Much Better?
There actually seems to be a scientific reason why people like melted cheese more than solid cheese.
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Does Medicine Actually Expire?
Next time you need Aspirin, maybe don't reach for the bottle you bought ten years ago.
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Why Are Some Animal Babies So Helpless?
Why can some baby animals walk around basically right after they're born, while others can't even open their eyes?