Episode
Selects: How Sea Monsters Work
44:29
Published: Sat Jun 12 2021
Description
Legends of sea monsters are as old as humanity, and some ancient cultures even credited them with creating the universe. Learn more about humanity's attachment to seeing monsters in the deep in this classic episode. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Rosie O'Donnell explores the relationship between the human brain and experiences, asking unusual questions like whether we can create new senses; in addition, she has a podcast called Inner Cosmos on iHeart.
00:00 - 01:55 (01:55)
Summary
Rosie O'Donnell explores the relationship between the human brain and experiences, asking unusual questions like whether we can create new senses; in addition, she has a podcast called Inner Cosmos on iHeart.
EpisodeSelects: How Sea Monsters Work
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The speaker reflects on the idea that sea monsters have been embedded in human culture for centuries and describes their experience at a drug-fueled indoor amusement park.
01:55 - 04:34 (02:39)
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The speaker reflects on the idea that sea monsters have been embedded in human culture for centuries and describes their experience at a drug-fueled indoor amusement park.
EpisodeSelects: How Sea Monsters Work
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The podcast discusses how humans have replaced superstition with scientific knowledge and intuition regarding the unknown depths of the ocean.
04:34 - 07:44 (03:10)
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The podcast discusses how humans have replaced superstition with scientific knowledge and intuition regarding the unknown depths of the ocean. Also, recent footage of an anglerfish is mentioned.
EpisodeSelects: How Sea Monsters Work
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This podcast explores the history of sea monsters and how different cultures have depicted them throughout time.
07:44 - 10:07 (02:22)
Summary
This podcast explores the history of sea monsters and how different cultures have depicted them throughout time. From creepy monsters that live deep in the sea, to the revered dragons of Chinese mythology, sea monsters have been a part of human history for a long time.
EpisodeSelects: How Sea Monsters Work
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The existence of sea monsters and deep sea creatures is still unknown to us, but it is not irrational to admit the possibility of their existence as nature still has secrets in the depths of the sea, according to the ideas of the Greeks and Romans.
10:07 - 12:59 (02:51)
Summary
The existence of sea monsters and deep sea creatures is still unknown to us, but it is not irrational to admit the possibility of their existence as nature still has secrets in the depths of the sea, according to the ideas of the Greeks and Romans.
EpisodeSelects: How Sea Monsters Work
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Kim's new podcast will explore the relationship between our brains and our experiences, by tackling unusual questions so we can better understand our lives and our realities.
12:59 - 15:47 (02:48)
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Kim's new podcast will explore the relationship between our brains and our experiences, by tackling unusual questions so we can better understand our lives and our realities.
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This episode discusses the idea of nuclear semiotics, which is the exploration of how to warn future generations about the dangers of nuclear waste for thousands of years, including the concept of a "nuclear priesthood" and using folklore.
15:47 - 21:45 (05:57)
Summary
This episode discusses the idea of nuclear semiotics, which is the exploration of how to warn future generations about the dangers of nuclear waste for thousands of years, including the concept of a "nuclear priesthood" and using folklore.
EpisodeSelects: How Sea Monsters Work
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The Leviathan was a many-headed sea serpent, which could have accounted for sightings of sea serpents.
21:45 - 24:54 (03:08)
Summary
The Leviathan was a many-headed sea serpent, which could have accounted for sightings of sea serpents. There are various suggestions for what may have caused these sightings, but there is one thing that could have explained all of them.
EpisodeSelects: How Sea Monsters Work
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The podcast discusses the evolution of Scotland's sea creature legends, particularly the Loch Ness Monster and mermaids.
24:54 - 29:02 (04:07)
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The podcast discusses the evolution of Scotland's sea creature legends, particularly the Loch Ness Monster and mermaids.
EpisodeSelects: How Sea Monsters Work
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The speaker reflects on the joy of having conversations on their podcasts with people they love and admire, including family and friends.
29:02 - 34:28 (05:26)
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The speaker reflects on the joy of having conversations on their podcasts with people they love and admire, including family and friends. They also comment on how sea monsters were seen as good luck in the past, especially during times of limited information.
EpisodeSelects: How Sea Monsters Work
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The 16th century was a time where there was a widespread belief that anything found on land had an analogy in the sea, leading to myths such as sea bishops and whales mistaken for islands.
34:28 - 37:29 (03:01)
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The 16th century was a time where there was a widespread belief that anything found on land had an analogy in the sea, leading to myths such as sea bishops and whales mistaken for islands.
EpisodeSelects: How Sea Monsters Work
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The podcast is about exploring the depths of the ocean, including the fascinating discoveries and limitations of this endeavor.
37:29 - 39:09 (01:40)
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The podcast is about exploring the depths of the ocean, including the fascinating discoveries and limitations of this endeavor.
EpisodeSelects: How Sea Monsters Work
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The HowStuffWorks team talks about two ocean topics: sea monsters and old-timey whaling tactics, including how crew members were deployed in small boats to retrieve whales at great peril to their lives.
39:09 - 42:47 (03:38)
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The HowStuffWorks team talks about two ocean topics: sea monsters and old-timey whaling tactics, including how crew members were deployed in small boats to retrieve whales at great peril to their lives.
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In this episode, the Stuff You Should Know hosts celebrate the end of the year and Yumi's birthday by discussing the concept of rights-free music and playing some examples for the listeners.
42:47 - 44:20 (01:32)
Summary
In this episode, the Stuff You Should Know hosts celebrate the end of the year and Yumi's birthday by discussing the concept of rights-free music and playing some examples for the listeners. They also advertise new podcasts Inner Cosmos with David Eagleman and Onward with Rosie O'Donnell.