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Why Do We Hate Certain Sounds
Season 12
Episode 12
Ever wonder why certain sounds make us cringe or even feel sick? Join Joe as he reacts to some of the most hated sounds, from nails on a chalkboard to the infamous "moist," and explores the science of why these sounds are so unbearable to so many and how they can impact our lives.
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