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076-Polar Expeditions?

Throughout history people have strove to explore every inch of the globe. No matter how far or inhospitable the terrain there is glory to be gained by getting there first. Two of the most difficult places to arrive are the poles both north and south. In this episode we discuss the explorers who dared to brave the cold. Thanks to special guest Jason for joining us.

 

o-ROSS-SEA-PARTY-PHOTO-570 Shackleton Endurance Expedition FRANKLIN EXPEDITION MUMMIES Searching the Arctic for What Wasn't There The North Pole Controversies


075-Capsicum?

This Episode we bring the Heat! Capsicum (methyl-n-vanillyl nonenamide) is the chemical that creates the burning sensation when eating chilies and hot peppers. Dana talks about the health benefits of hot peppers and we try some of the dreaded super hots.

Red Hot Chile Peppers Why isn’t the Chocolate Bhutlah the World’s Hottest Pepper? 6 Common Foods with Nicotine Content Busting Chile Myths with Dave DeWitt Native American chilie legend. The mysteries of chili heat 22 OF THE WORLD’S HOTTEST PEPPERS (AND WHERE TO EAT THEM) The heated battle with zebra mussels and the cayenne pepper myth BIG LIST OF HOT PEPPERS


074-Sea Serpents?

Sea serpents have been spotted all over the world on coasts and lakes for centuries. They can be found on medieval maps as warnings and ancient cave walls. They have been weaved through mythology throughout the ages and not they are here on The Curioso.

Mentioned in this Episode:

frilled shark The Enchanting Sea Monsters on Medieval Maps The Water Panther (Mishipeshu) sea serpent attacks Great New England Sea Serpent The Definitive Sea Serpent Alligator Gar NYC Man Confirms Sea Serpent Sighting To The NY Times In 1895

 

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073-Luck?

Luck is a force beyond all of our control. We make wishes, prayers, talismans and charms just so luck will be on our side.

Mentioned in this episode:

The Lucky Rabbit's Foot The Intriguing History of the American Penny Why Are Horseshoes Considered Lucky? The history of luck gambler's fallacy The ultimate guide to Lucky Charms


072-7 Deadly Sins?

Sin is the act of violating God’s will. But there are se7en cardinal or capital sins that are just the worst. Each cardinal sin with it’s own demon and punishment associated with it in hell. These arn’t your tiny, nondescript venial sins. These sins are the big leagues: Pride, envy, gluttony, lust, anger, greed and sloth.

We want to thank Joel “Murphdog” Murphy and Lars “Big Vinegar” Periwinkle from Hobo Radio for recording this episode with us! To hear us on Hobo Radio’s show and the second half click here!

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Mentioned in this Episode:

7 Heavenly Virtues 67_expanded_gallery3 The Seven Deadly Sins: Overview Seven Heavenly Virtues Dante's Inferno Dante Biography ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’ Is the Seven Deadly Sins The Seven Deadly Sins in the Bible

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