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Selects: How Electricity Works

Stuff You Should Know

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Electric Memories and Discoveries

This chapter takes a nostalgic dive into children's programming about electricity, connecting memories with shows like Sesame Street and The Electric Company. It also discusses the historical evolution of electricity, from early experiments by figures like Thales and Benjamin Franklin to the discovery of the electron and its implications for modern technology. The speakers explore foundational concepts of electrical energy and its generation, highlighting both scientific developments and the fun, whimsical aspects tied to childhood learning experiences.

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