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The Reality Check

Jul 25, 2011

Jon gives the top 3 scientific explanations for why we dream. Adam explains how mood rings work, or why they don't. Elan looks at the scientific literature to find out if the common claim that shoe size is an indicator of penis length.


Jul 18, 2011

Elan conducts another session of "Science Fiction or Science Fact™" about divorce statistics. Adam addresses the claim that Cheeze Whiz™ is only one molecule away from plastic.


Jul 11, 2011

Elan debunks some gross myths about the contents of the food that McDonald's serves. Adam goes baby crazy when talking about necklaces that supposedly help with teething. Jon talks about a recent study that sheds light on the debate surrounding whether gas prices go up before a long weekend.


Jul 4, 2011

Adam talks about the dangerous, yet natural, substance asbestos and Canada's role interfering with international safety regulations of it. Jon discusses "fan death", the popular Korean belief that sleeping in an enclosed room with an electric fan can kill you. Darren answers the question "Does working out on an empty...