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The Science of Distance Running

The Science of Distance Running

Season 3 Episode 45
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What's the Deal with Acne?

What's the Deal with Acne?

Season 3 Episode 46
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Can I Still Eat This?

Can I Still Eat This?

Season 3 Episode 48
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Gum + Chocolate = ?????

Gum + Chocolate = ?????

Season 3 Episode 49
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You Can Taste Garlic with Your Feet!?

You Can Taste Garlic with Your Feet!?

Season 3 Episode 50
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How To Get Rid of Beer Foam Fast

How To Get Rid of Beer Foam Fast

Season 3 Episode 51
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The Cold Truth About Fat

The Cold Truth About Fat

Season 3 Episode 53
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How Does Alcohol Get You Drunk?

How Does Alcohol Get You Drunk?

Season 3 Episode 54
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Does Cough Medicine Really Work?

Does Cough Medicine Really Work?

Season 3 Episode 55
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How Much Candy Would Kill You?

Season 3 Episode 44

Reactions is looking at the chemistry of Halloween candy, and how much of it can kill you. Ah, sweet, sugary, science!

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