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TRC #604: The ‘Benadryl Challenge’ + The Moon’s Luminosity
This week, we bring in the experts to bring YOU two great interviews! First, Cristina looks at the controversial ‘Benadryl challenge’ on TikTok and has a discussion with Dr. David Stukus about the potential danger of this over-the-counter medication. Dr. … Continue reading
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TRC #603: The Call To Cancel Netflix Over ‘Cuties’ + Is Jeff Bezos Too Rich?
After the huge backlash around the recent release of coming-of-age drama ‘Cuties’ on Netflix, Pat examines what this film is about. Darren rounds out the show with a deep dive on Amazon founder Jeff Bezos’ staggering wealth and wonders: is … Continue reading
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TRC #602: Life On Venus? + David Bowie Art Hoax? + Book Reviews: Evolution, Oculus, and Google
Adam looks behind the latest headlines that suggest we may have discovered life on the planet Venus. Cristina takes us down a fun rabbit hole when she explores how David Bowie pulled off one of the biggest art hoaxes in … Continue reading
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TRC #601: Essential Oils Safe For Kids? + Colour In Hubble Photos + Can Former Presidents Drive?
Cristina looks into the safety of so-called ‘essential’ oils when it comes to use around children. Friend of the show, Dr. Stuart Robbins, answers a question about why those picturesque astronomy photos of galaxies far, far away are so colourful. … Continue reading
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TRC #600: Does Cancel Culture Exist? + Name That: Memory + Seeds From China
Guess who’s back? The crew is back together again for TRC’s 600th episode! Darren asks if ‘cancel culture’ really exists. Producer Pat tests the gang’s memories with a game of ‘Name That: Previous Game’ edition. Adam looks into mystery packets … Continue reading
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TRC #599: Trust Online Reviews? + USPS Conspiracy? + Checkout Donations
Cristina looks into online shopping and asks how useful are online reviews really? Adam takes an objective look at the recent alarming USPS news, and whether there is evidence that Donald Trump is sabotaging the US Postal Service to steal … Continue reading
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TRC #598: Does Anonymous Hiring Work? + What Happens To Plastic Bottles?
Darren looks into anonymous hiring and whether it helps reduce discrimination after a recent article argued that auditions for violinists should no longer be anonymized. Cristina takes a deep dive into what happens to plastic drink bottles that you toss … Continue reading
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TRC #597: Cans and Coins During The Pandemic + Talking Craters With Dr. Stuart Robbins
Adam kicks off the show by looking into whether people’s changing habits during COVID-19 is causing shortages of aluminum cans and coins. We round out the show with our good friend Dr. Stuart Robbins, who is a research scientist that … Continue reading
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TRC #596.5: Voluntourism
A little something extra in your podcast feed this week, Checkers. With the recent spotlight on the WE Charity, we revisit a segment Darren originally covered in 2015 which explores the very disturbing downside of well-intentioned Voluntourism. Download direct: mp3 file … Continue reading
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TRC #596: Bricks For Protesters? + Pre COVID-19 Conspiracy Theories + Closest Galaxy
Darren looks into headlines suggesting that bricks were being left for protesters to incite violence. Cristina gives us a history lesson on conspiracy theories related to plagues and pandemics. Adam addresses some feedback he received on a recent segment and … Continue reading
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