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Season 3 · Fairy Tales

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Fairy tales have survived thousands of years for a reason. Explore their far-flung history and how the stories speak to fundamental human concerns.

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1Sugar8.0Once crucial for survival, sugar now poses a health risk. Is there a way to satisfy our primeval craving for sweetness in a healthy, balanced way?16 Temmuz 2021
2Royalty7.3How do monarchies survive when they no longer wield power? By presenting a royal fairy tale that may not reflect the reality of the past — or present.23 Temmuz 2021
3Flags7.5A flag can unite, divide and terrorize. Explore how a piece of cloth transformed into a powerful symbol of both love and hate, freedom and oppression.30 Temmuz 2021
4Dogs8.0Who's a good dog? They all are! From puppy-dog eyes to feats of heroism, see how canines evolved into humankind's best friends and sources of pure love.06 Ağustos 2021
5The End of Oil6.8Oil led to huge advancements - and vast inequities. As the planet warms, why is it so hard to turn away from fossil fuels, and can it be done in time?13 Ağustos 2021
6Chess7.0For centuries, chess has captured hearts and minds — and pawns — and it's more popular than ever. What makes this ever-changing board game so special?20 Ağustos 2021
7Your Skin7.0Don’t panic, but our skin plays host to trillions of bacteria, fungi, mites and other microscopic guests. Go beyond skin-deep with our largest organ.27 Ağustos 2021
8Apologies6.5Apologizing is tough, and in this era of public mea culpas, forgiveness isn't guaranteed. What makes for a good apology, and why does it hold such power?03 Eylül 2021
9Hurricanes7.0As the planet warms, hurricanes could become even more dangerous and destructive.10 Eylül 2021
10Plastic Surgery7.5The Instagram face. A shapely posterior. Cosmetic surgery can make the latest beauty trends a reality. Explore its origins and effects, inside and out.17 Eylül 2021
11Dance Crazes7.0From the waltz to voguing, dance crazes have connected people throughout history. But when a dance catches on, who gets the credit — and compensation?24 Eylül 2021
12Time7.5Time flies… sometimes. Its passage can seem to speed up and slow down. Why do we experience time the way we do, and how do we take back some control?01 Ekim 2021
13Country Music7.0Dirt roads. Pickup trucks. Hip-hop? As the borders around country music shift, who decides what defines the popular genre, and who gets to be a star?08 Ekim 2021
14Fairy Tales8.0Fairy tales have survived thousands of years for a reason. Explore their far-flung history and how the stories speak to fundamental human concerns.15 Ekim 2021

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