Indigenous peoples represent about five percent of the world’s population—and sustain nearly 80 percent of the world’s biodiversity. This week,... more

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As the itsy bitsy spider crawls up the water spout, it dawns on her: her exoskeleton doesn’t fit. Is it... more

We’re ending this year on a high note with none other than Brandi Carlile! She and Jonathan talk Brandi’s incredible... more

This week’s episode is as nourishing as they get, as chef Pati Jinich joins Jonathan to discuss cuisines along the... more

If you’re a regular listener of Getting Curious, you know how much Jonathan loves the Sister Act films. But how... more

In 1903, a Frenchman and an American granted the United States ninety nine years of control over the Isthmus of... more

This week’s episode is a cut above the rest, as we explore the history and cultural significance of scissors. Join... more

Can you map out the Oregon Trail? If you just flashed back to playing The Oregon Trail video game in... more

You may have seen tear gas marketed as a “non-lethal” or “less lethal” weapon. The truth is more dangerous. This... more