Unexplainable
Unexplainable takes listeners right up to the edge of what we know ... and then keeps right on going. This Vox podcast explores scientific mysteries, unanswered questions, and all the things we learn by diving into the unknown. New episodes every Wednesday.
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The Unexplainable team includes Noam Hassenfeld, Byrd Pinkerton, Meradith Hoddinott, Mandy Nguyen, Cristian Ayala, and Brian Resnick. The show is a production of the Vox Media Podcast Network.
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10 of the biggest — and smallest — scientific mysteries
Some unanswered scientific questions loom out in the universe. Others reside in our homes.
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Runners can be disqualified for starting after the gun. What gives?
The rules of elite running say no one can start a race faster than 0.1 seconds. Scientists say that’s wrong.
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