Weekly Roundup (5/4/19-5/10/19)
SciShow
Snowflakes may be unique, but they have one thing in common: They're all basically 2D.
SciShow
Snowflakes may be unique, but they have one thing in common: They're all basically 2D.
SciShow
Fighter Pilots Seem to Have More Daughters — Why?
Are fighter pilots really more likely to have daughters?
SciShow
Can Old Dogs Learn New Tricks?
Old dogs don't get enough credit.
2019-04-05 23:31:20 +0000 UTC View PostSciShow
If the Sun Became a Black Hole, Would Earth Fall In?
If our sun were to turn into a black hole, one thing we wouldn't have to worry about is falling in.
Welcome to the first episode of our new podcast, SciShow After Hours! Before you listen, here's what to expect:
SciShow
Colorfully Camouflaging Cuttlefish Are Colorblind
Cuttlefish are masters of blending into their surroundings, which is pretty impressive considering they're colorblind. 2019-03-22 23:18:52 +0000 UTC View Post
SciShow
The Most Extreme Complex Life in the World
Microbes aren't the only things that can survive far above or below sea level. There are surprisingly complex life forms there,...
2019-03-15 22:26:11 +0000 UTC View PostSciShow
Why Your Shower Curtain Is so Annoyingly Clingy
If you frequently find yourself attacked by your shower curtain, don't worry. It's not just you. And it's probably not a p...
2019-03-09 00:12:47 +0000 UTC View PostSciShow
Why Do Sinkholes Keep Catching Us By Surprise?
We can detect a lot of natural disasters, so why don't we have more warning before sinkholes can wreak havoc?
SciShow
Does Shaving Make Your Hair Thicker?
Will hair grow back thicker after you shave?
2019-02-23 18:20:57 +0000 UTC View PostSciShow
You've probably heard that dairy products cause phlegm, but there isn't much scientific evidence to back this up.
SciShow
The Strange Physics Behind the Smell of Rubber Bands
If you've ever spent time stretching out rubber bands, you've probably noticed their distinct smell. There's actually...
2019-02-08 23:13:37 +0000 UTC View PostSciShow
Does Lactic Acid Really Cause Muscle Pain?
Lactic acid has taken the blame for muscle pain for too long! It's time to clear its name with some truth.
SciShow
Why Can't My Cat See a Treat in Front of Her Face?
How can such good hunters be so bad at seeing what's right in front of them?
SciShow
Why Does Sugar Make My Teeth Hurt?
Our teeth are pretty strong, so how can something as innocent as a Skittle cause them so much pain?
SciShow
Why Can Severe Pain Make You Vomit?
Nausea and vomiting are common side effects of severe pain, but why would a migraine in your head make you want to empty your stomach?
...
2018-11-02 23:04:00 +0000 UTC View PostSciShow
Meet the Oilbird: A Bird that Thinks It's a Bat
In South America, there’s a flying animal that lives in colonies in caves, emerges at night in search for food, and navigates u...
2018-10-26 23:14:08 +0000 UTC View Post
Thank you so much to everyone who joined us for our livestream extravaganza!! To all our new patrons, welcome! We're so happy to have you here! All our patrons' support means so much to us, and it really is vital to the channel.
If you missed the livestream, no worries! You can watch it above, or ...
2018-10-23 15:45:18 +0000 UTC View PostSciShow
Does Using Your Phone Really Hurt Your Sleep?
You've probably been told at some point that you shouldn't use your phone before bed, but is that advice actually worth listening t...
2018-10-13 03:01:41 +0000 UTC View PostSciShow
3 Ways We Could Transform the Future of Food
The world needs future innovators solving problems like the future of food!
SciShow
Where Are All the Electric Airplanes?
Cars and buildings are becoming more green, but airplanes still fly using petroleum-based fuel. Why don't we have electric planes yet?
SciShow
Can Cold Showers Really Improve Your Health?
Before you subject yourself to cold showers because of their supposed health benefits, let's take a look at the research.
SciShow
The Baller Rat That Kicks Rattlesnakes in the Face
This little rodent might seem like an easy victim for predators, but it has some surprising talents.
SciShow
Why Doesn't Your Sphincter Get Tired?
Sphincters do an important job, and they do it tirelessly. Thanks, sphincters.
SciShow
How Do Polarized Sunglasses Work?
The way polarized sunglasses work is deceptively complicated.
SciShow
Eating mold probably won't kill you, but there's a reason it's not recommended.
SciShow
Why Do Prosthetic Limbs Feel Way Heavier Than Biological Ones?
We don't notice how heavy our limbs are, unless they're prosthetic.
SciShow
What Happens If You Stop Pooping?
Everyone quickly assess your fiber situation. This pooping thing is no joke.