SciShow Tangents

Garbage

Mar 5, 2024
Dive into the fascinating world of garbage! Discover the whimsical history behind terms like 'poubelle' and the hilarious traits of beans. Learn about sulfur-crested cockatoos mastering garbage can openings and the troubling trend of hermit crabs using plastic shells. Engage in humor-laden discussions on innovative waste management solutions, including lasers for decluttering space. From recycling to ecological impacts, the podcast tackles it all with a blend of science and whimsy!
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1
Intro
00:00 • 3min
2
Whimsical Bean Personalities and Skincare
02:50 • 2min
3
Beans, Waste, and Transformation
04:40 • 3min
4
Reclaiming Finances in 2175
07:41 • 4min
5
The Language of Waste
11:41 • 16min
6
Banter, Bugs, and Bites
27:13 • 4min
7
Cockatoos, Crabs, and the Garbage Dilemma
31:00 • 18min
8
Whimsical Supervillain Plans and Ecological Insights
48:56 • 3min