The Good Stuff

Food Series / 2 Seasons

The Good Stuff dives deep into the off-beat science stories you won't hear about on TV. Each four-episode playlist follows hosts Matt and Craig on an in-depth journey through fringe science and research, spanning such topics as fear, sleep, food, and the paranormal. Join them on their journey to find the Good Stuff!

Watch Latest: S2016 E31

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The Complicated History Of The Confederate Flag

S2016 E31 / 9m 42s

The confederate flag is a controversial symbol. What it means has changed over time and can depend on who you are and where you come from. And to further complicate this, there wasn't just one confederate flag — there were dozens —and the flag we've come to know as the confederate flag has a history as complicated as it is contentious.

The Lasting Impact of Women in The Civil War

S2016 E30 / 7m 58s

When the Civil War began, women were able to take on a variety of new roles that they hadn’t in the previous decades. Thousands of women became nurses and relief workers, and some of them also wanted to fight. Although women were prohibited from serving in the military, a few determined women disguised themselves as men and fought in the war, distinguishing themselves in battle.

The Secret Life and Art of Henry Darger

S2016 E29 / 8m 32s

Henry Darger is one of the most famous outsider artists in the world. But no one knew about his art while he was alive. Why he kept it a secret is a mystery but we’re going to try and find out by examining the only evidence he left behind—his art.

Why Do We Like To Be Afraid?

S2016 E28 / 7m 59s

From horror movies to roller coasters, we like to be in situations that scare us. But isn't fear supposed to be an unpleasant experience? We talk with psychologist, David Zald, about what happens in our brain when we get scared and why we like it so much.

Can We Make a Pet Dinosaur?

S2016 E27 / 8m 48s

Can Dinosaurs be brought back from extinction? Would a Dinosaur make a good pet? Renowned Paleontologist and Jurassic World advisor Jack Horner seems to think so, and it turns out that the key to reviving these long-gone creatures might be hiding in the DNA of their living relatives; birds.

Inside Biosphere 2

S2016 E26 / 14m 30s

Craig goes to Biosphere 2--the largest closed system ever created--and learns about the science of recreating the Earth's ecosystems. How do we build a space colony? Can we re-create nature? Was Biosphere 2 a failure?

What Does it Take to be a Professional Wrestler?

S2016 E25 / 12m 48s

Carl Wilson has been working the freelance professional wrestling circuit for over a decade now. In the ring, he's Suge D, but by day, he's the manager of a cellphone store. Will he ever make it as a professional wrestler? What drives him to continue pursuing his dream?

What is the Power Grid?

S2016 E24 / 9m 54s

Joe Hanson from It's Okay To Be Smart gives Craig the rundown on energy and the electrical grid. Where does our electricity come from? How are fossil fuels formed? What is the largest machine in the world?

What the Heck is Dark Matter?

S2016 E23 / 8m 55s

85% of the mass of our universe is made up of dark matter--a type of matter that we cannot see or detect, but without it, galaxies would not exist and the universe as we know it would be very different. What is dark matter? Where is dark matter? How can we find dark matter?

Facing a Fear of Heights

S2016 E22 / 10m 30s

Good Stuff producer, Sam Grant, reveals his greatest fear and goes to the top of a skyscraper in order to understand how he can overcome his fear. We learn about exposure therapy and how that can help someone overcome a debilitating phobia.

How Hard is it to Run a Marathon?

S2016 E21 / 18m 18s

At the start of last year, Craig decided to run a marathon. Over 11 months, through shin splints, knee pain, and freezing weather, Craig trained to run 26.2 miles. Did his training pay off? You'll just have to watch and see!

Earthships: Living Off The Grid

S2016 E20 / 9m 52s

An Earthship is a home that captures its own water, recycles its own sewage, and produces all its own electricity and food. It's meant to function completely independent of the power grid or any infrastructure at all. Do we need the grid? Can we live off the grid?

Will Bananas be Wiped Out By Disease?

S2016 E19 / 6m 5s

Bananas are delicious, but they're also a crucial part of a lot of peoples' diets, and for the past few years a fungal menace has been spreading and wiping out banana crops all over the world. And it may mean the end of the banana as we know it.

The Next Great Moon Race

S2016 E18 / 10m 24s

It's been over four decades since the US went to the moon. But Astrobotic plans on going back! And they won't be alone. Multiple teams from all over the world are competing for the Google Lunar X prize. May the fastest robot win! Will we go back to the moon? Can we live on the moon?

Why We Need a Revolution In Energy Storage

S2016 E17 / 8m 56s

If we ever want to get off fossil fuels and start using renewable energy, we're going to need a revolution in energy storage. That means batteries. Bigger, stronger, and just better, ok? And maybe, just maybe, we'll finally be able to realize humanity's dream of confusing the ghost of Thomas Edison!

Can We Find an Earth-Like Planet?

S2016 E16 / 12m 16s

Exoplanet research is a young science but it is growing up fast. Barely 25 years old, and we've already pinpointed over 2000 exoplanets orbiting distant stars. But can we find an Earth-like planet? Yes! But not exactly like Earth. But that may be coming soon . . . . How do we find exoplanets?

Why Does Charles Trippy Put His Life on the Internet?

S2016 E15 / 8m 10s

Charles Trippy has been uploading his life to youtube every day for 7 years. In that time, he has been married and divorced, won the Guinness World Record twice, and gone through two brain surgeries. And he shows no signs of stopping. Who is Charles Trippy? Why does he do it?

How to Start a Fire the Old Fashioned Way

S2016 E14 / 12m 57s

The Good Stuff Crew drops Craig in the middle of the woods and makes him attempt to start a fire the way our ancestors did thousands of years ago. Without a lighter, without matches, without the conveniences of modern civilization, could you start a fire?

Why Are Roller Coasters Awesome?

S2016 E13 / 6m 20s

Roller Coasters are one of the oldest and most popular thrill rides. But why do we like them so much? Craig looks into the history of roller coasters and enlists the help of a certified roller coaster enthusiast to find out the answer!

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