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Jun 5 2012

How Moss Works

32 min 5 movies discussed
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Think you have moss figured out? You probably don't. Join Josh and Chuck as they explore some of the surprising aspects of these most ancient and important plants on the planet.

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In this fascinating episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck dive into the surprisingly complex world of moss, exploring how these ancient plants helped trigger the first Ice Ages 470 million years ago and continue to thrive in environments where no other plants can survive. The hosts break down everything from moss reproduction (complete with swimming sperm!) to practical tips for growing your own moss garden, plus they'll settle the age-old question about using moss to find your way out of the woods. You'll never look at that green carpet on rocks and trees the same way again!


Movies Discussed

Animal House
Animal House
1978 1h 49m
★ 7.0
"the frat concept is mainly centered around their depiction in such movies as Animal House — A listener from Ireland mentioned this movie as shaping European perceptions of American fraternities."
The Love Boat
The Love Boat
1977
★ 6.3
"But they were both probably on the love boat. — Josh suggested that actresses from the 1970s likely appeared on this show as a way to revitalize their careers." — Josh
The Social Network
The Social Network
2010 2h 1m
★ 7.4
"or how the Winklevoss twins were portrayed in the social network — A listener referenced this movie's portrayal of the Winklevoss twins as an example of fraternity stereotypes."
Welcome Back, Kotter
Welcome Back, Kotter
1975
★ 7.2
"That would be welcome back, Cotter. They have a joke for everyone? — Josh compared Chuck's idea of making up a joke for every episode to how this show's main character would tell jokes." — Josh
WKRP in Cincinnati
WKRP in Cincinnati
1978
★ 7.5
"Was his wife one in the same with Bailey from WKRP? — Josh was comparing the appearance of characters from different TV shows, wondering if they looked similar." — Josh

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