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Faraday Fans and American Life Fans
03:45 - 06:56 (03:11)
This episode discusses the history of the Faraday cage and the amusing names associated with it, as well as the nickname for fans of the popular podcast This American Life.
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In this episode, the hosts talk about Michael Faraday, the 19th-century scientist who made significant contributions to the field of electromagnetism and the concept of the Faraday cage, which is relevant to the topic being discussed in the podcast.
03:45 - 04:57 (01:12)
Summary
In this episode, the hosts talk about Michael Faraday, the 19th-century scientist who made significant contributions to the field of electromagnetism and the concept of the Faraday cage, which is relevant to the topic being discussed in the podcast.
ChapterFaraday Fans and American Life Fans
EpisodeHow Faraday Cages Work
PodcastStuff You Should Know
The Faraday Cage is a type of shield made of a conductor of electricity that protects objects from electrical charges and electromagnetic radiation.
04:57 - 05:50 (00:53)
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The Faraday Cage is a type of shield made of a conductor of electricity that protects objects from electrical charges and electromagnetic radiation.
ChapterFaraday Fans and American Life Fans
EpisodeHow Faraday Cages Work
PodcastStuff You Should Know
Faraday cages are a type of electromagnetic filter that can be made of various materials including metal, mesh, and conductive fabrics.
05:50 - 06:56 (01:06)
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Faraday cages are a type of electromagnetic filter that can be made of various materials including metal, mesh, and conductive fabrics. They were first observed by Ben Franklin and investigated by Michael Faraday and have a wide range of applications today.