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Since their first, devastating use back in 1945, nuclear weapons have been a huge source of anxiety and fear across the globe. For almost a century now, we’ve lived in the knowledge that our world leaders could plunge us into nuclear war with destruction on a scale never before seen in history. But how likely really is this scenario? What was the biggest nuclear weapon ever dropped? And how does a...

From being loaded into human torpedoes to detecting landmines using nothing more than their own bodies , some of these jobs were about as bad as they get. They say, “war is hell”, and you’re about to find out why, as we explore some of the worst roles you could be assigned during World War 2!   Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.better...

Some things you never even thought could be illegal can get you slapped with a life sentence! Let’s open our casebook and find out how that’s possible, as we explore some of the harshest punishments doled out for the smallest of crimes!  Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/bran...

Even though roughly a third of us own at least one of the cute canines, many of us don’t realise just how much their sleeping positions can tell us about them. And it’s not just dogs that reveal all in their sleep! So, grab your pooch and snuggle up tight, because it’s time to find out what your dog’s sleeping position reveals about them, and explore some other animals with crazy sleeping habits t...

Nobody wants to go to prison, but if you’re sentenced to serve time, you don’t really have a choice in the matter. But not everyone goes down that easy! Whether it’s trying to hide their faces in pen ink, faking their own demise, or surgically altering their appearance, some criminals really go the extra mile to stay out of the way of the law. Are you wondering how many of these creative criminals...

There are few countries on earth as repressed or as militarised as North Korea. Under the military-first dictatorship of the Kim Dynasty, the Korean People's Army – or KPA - has become the central pillar of the country’s government and society. It’s believed that with 1.3 million active soldiers, a 5.8 million strong paramilitary force, and 200,000 reserve soldiers, it has the largest military...

All over the world, huge, awe-inspiring construction projects, from skyscrapers to suspension bridges, dominate our skylines. As you can imagine, these construction projects are built on plenty of blood, sweat and cold, hard cash! But they don’t always turn out the way their developers anticipate. In fact, basic mistakes in multi-million-dollar projects can see new buildings abandoned, bridges des...

Prepare yourself for a story so dark, it’ll make you wish it wasn’t real. This is the terrifying true tale of Lake Karachay and other even deadlier lakes all around the world.  Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

From puking bees to glued meats, and even a peek into the unnerving life-cycles of the humble hotdog and cans of SPAM, here are some foods you’ll NEVER eat again once you know just how they’re made…  Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircl...

When you’re naturally curious, every day’s a school day - but I’ll bet you didn’t realise just how much there is to learn about the seemingly mundane items we see and use on the daily. From deceptive store displays to the secret messages hidden in fast food, let’s take a look at yet another batch of amazing secrets hidden in everyday things!  Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp and use my code be...

It was Christmas Eve, 1971. 17-year-old Juliane Koepcke and her mother, Maria Koepcke, excitedly boarded LANSA Flight 508. They were flying from the city of Lima, Peru, to spend Christmas with Juliane’s father in Panguana, a biological research centre in the rainforest where the family lived. It would be a short flight, a little over an hour if they were lucky. But they weren’t lucky. Far from it....

We all love a story of rags to riches, but how many times have you heard about someone going from multi-billion-dollar riches to empty-pocket rags? Well, that’s exactly what happened to Indian businessman Anil Ambani. From the most expensive sibling rivalry in the world, to jail bailout scandals and a mind boggling $7 billion debt, here’s how one man went from $42 billion to 0! Our Sponsors: * Che...

Our environment is transforming faster than we can predict, and now it’s affecting our food security, our health, and our everyday lives! Instead of looking to the future, scientists are turning to relics of the past that have been extinct for thousands of years! Species like Woolly Mammoths and Aztec crops, which once survived in harsher environments than what we have to face. So, buckle up as we...

The world can be a tough place. And, sometimes, it can leave you feeling powerless to change anything. But that’s not true. No matter how high the mountain, you can scale it! Or, in the case of humble Chinese villager turned hero Huang Dafa, dig straight through it! So, expeditioners, keep your hats hard and your hearts open as we embark on the inspiring story of one man who literally moved mounta...

They say you should always try to see the beautiful in the everyday, but I’ll bet you didn’t realise just how many beautifully brilliant secrets are hidden in the items you use every day. From classified cookie symbols to the reason green gummi bears aren’t what you think, here are some more amazing secrets hidden in everyday things! Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp....

If you’ve used a computer in the last 40 years, chances are an annoying little pop-up has invaded your screen relentlessly. It was by McAfee, the most well-known and annoying anti-virus programme available on the market. Today, about 500 million customers rely on it to protect their computers from malicious software, and it made close to $3 billion in revenue in 2020 alone. Now, I bet you’re think...

From shoebox-sized apartments to literal mansions, our dwellings come in all different shapes and sizes. However, beyond the realms of real-estate, some people have gotten pretty creative with what they call “home”. From grocery stores and sewers to the amazing story of a man who lived in an airport for 18 years… and made $250,000 from it?! Let's explore some of the most bizarre places people...

We all like to think the people in charge of our countries have their heads screwed on straight. But the truth is, they can be just as stupid as the rest of us. In fact, they can be way more stupid. From political punch-ups and selling nuke material to anyone who asks, to state-mandated glowing reindeer ! Sounds too dumb to be real, right? Well, get ready to hear some of the stupidest decisions th...

Gamers are a seriously passionate bunch. After spending hours, days, or even weeks playing a single game, some seriously hardcore fans will seek out tiny in-game details left behind by the developers. Anything left unexplained can have a fan base spinning theories that point to a much darker picture off-screen. And disturbingly, not even your favourite childhood games are safe! From Mario’s insati...

Did you see the New Mutants ? No? Don’t worry – that movie sucked! Let’s learn about some real mutants – and without the crummy CGI. Join me on our journey through history as we hear some inspirational stories and learn some mind-blowing bodies. Here are people born with mind-blowing mutations.   Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.bett...

From eye surgery without an anesthetic to a plant with a sting that can torment you for years, I hope you never experience any of the agonizing afflictions I'm about to reveal. So, grit your teeth and brace yourself because it's time to learn about some of the most painful things a human can ever experience.  Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great d...

Here’s a question: what do you want the future to look like? Personally, I’m hoping for instant teleportation, hoverboards, and free chocolate for all by 2050! Sounds like a bit of a stretch, I know, but it’s nothing compared to what people over 100 years ago thought life would be like today! From robotic helpers and super schools, to flying fireman, some of the predictions are hilarious, but othe...

Let's explore some of the most contagious and strangest historical coincidences of all time! Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Amazon River is believed by many to be the longest river in the world, closely followed by the Nile. Although these two rivers may share a similar size, there’s one thing that they don’t have in common: bridges! The Amazon River has no bridges whatsoever! Let's find out why! Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com Adv...

They say that money is what makes the world go round, but with rising rent prices, food prices, gas prices - heck, everything prices - getting rich today is easier said than done. But it’s not impossible to go from rags to riches! From stories of crazy collectors, crafty entrepreneurs, and dumpster divers, some of whom had as little as $1 – or less – it’s time to take a look at a few millionaires...