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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Surprisingly Brilliant episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Surprisingly Brilliant for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Surprisingly Brilliant episode by adding your comments to the episode page.
The Inventor From The Future
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04/16/20 • 59 min
A man you know. A story you don’t. His electric revolution lit up America but he also worked on what’s been called early radar, robotics, and... a death ray? Greg tells Maren the full story of Nikola Tesla, and also uncovers a link between him and Donald Trump.
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The Queen of Nuclear Research
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04/30/20 • 48 min
The Queen of Nuclear Research very few people - including those working in Physics - know of! Greg tells Maren a trans-Pacific tale of passion, dedication, and the work of a gifted scientist who fundamentally changed physics forever, yet (some say) was overlooked for the Nobel Prize. This is the story of Chien-Shiung Wu.
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The Mystery & Might of Ectoplasm
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06/11/20 • 48 min
What do a children’s birthday party, an accidental discovery, a shoe shop gadget, and Marie Curie have in common?? Have a listen to find out, as Greg tells Maren the amazing origin story of one of the most important pieces of medical tech ever developed: X-rays.
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The Case of Botanical Espionage
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04/09/20 • 54 min
Grab a gin and tonic as you listen to Maren tell the story of a miraculous discovery, espionage and economic cartels all surrounding...a tree? A very special tree that cures malaria, shaped the development of the modern world as we know it... and is in tonic water (hence the drink).
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The Discovery of Dragons
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03/26/20 • 51 min
Meet the ‘Princess of Paleontology’ you may not have heard of. Maren tells Greg all about the lady who’s life work was finding the fossils that would eventually change the way scientists thought about the entirety of Earth’s natural history despite getting very little official credit... This is the story of Mary Anning.
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The Fungus that Shaped the World
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06/18/20 • 50 min
The course of World War II, the development of successful cancer treatment, and just being able to go outside without fear all come down to one thing: the humble Penicillium fungus. Maren tells Greg a tale of accidental discoveries, fungal espionage, and the daunting potential future of medicine without this life-saving substance.
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The Admiral and the Moth
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04/23/20 • 46 min
Maren tells Greg about the person responsible for the foundations of modern computing, yet her name is rarely mentioned in the history books. Her innovations have made possible many of the things we take for granted today—like personal computing, stock market analysis, and commercial industrialization. This is the story of Grace Hopper.
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The Chemist Who Saved the Lepers
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06/04/20 • 36 min
Maren tells Greg the story of a gruesome disease and the woman who came up with a solution...but who disappeared from history until now: Alice Ball. Oh and also - there are armadillos.
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The Case Of Death By Peach Melba
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05/28/20 • 43 min
Greg tells Maren a true crime science history story about a famous chef who served her entrees with a special side... of death! This is the story of Mary Mallon, aka “Typhoid Mary”.
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FAQ
How many episodes does Surprisingly Brilliant have?
Surprisingly Brilliant currently has 43 episodes available.
What topics does Surprisingly Brilliant cover?
The podcast is about History, Natural Sciences, Podcasts and Science.
What is the most popular episode on Surprisingly Brilliant?
The episode title 'The Inventor From The Future' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Surprisingly Brilliant?
The average episode length on Surprisingly Brilliant is 47 minutes.
How often are episodes of Surprisingly Brilliant released?
Episodes of Surprisingly Brilliant are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Surprisingly Brilliant?
The first episode of Surprisingly Brilliant was released on Mar 17, 2020.
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