Like many huge discoveries, X-rays were accidentally stumbled upon. That serendipity led to a medical breakthrough still in use today. Learn about how X-rays are created and why they make such delightful images of our bones.
AI Summary
Get ready for some serious science as Josh and Chuck explore the fascinating world of x-rays! This episode dives into Wilhelm Röntgen's accidental 1895 discovery when he noticed mysterious rays passing through solid objects, plus how x-ray machines actually work by shooting high-energy photons through your body to create those bone pictures. The hosts also tackle the important question of radiation exposure and whether all those medical x-rays are actually dangerous for your health.
Movies Discussed
Hey Dude
"stars of the cult classic show, Hey Dude — Mentioned in podcast advertisements discussing the 90s nostalgia show."
Poltergeist
"the dial-up sound like poltergeist — Referenced in an advertisement comparing AOL dial-up sounds to the horror movie."
Ready or Not 2: Here I Come
"You've watched ER, surely? — Josh asks Chuck if he's watched the medical drama ER while discussing x-rays."
— Josh
Saved by the Bell
"did you see the Save by the Bell movie? — Josh asks Chuck about a TV movie based on the show Saved by the Bell."
— Josh
Strange Brew
"I always see, I imagine it like Strange Brew. — Josh imagines a hypothetical Stuff You Should Know movie being like the comedy Strange Brew."
— Josh
Two and a Half Men
"He's on with two and a half men. — Josh mentions that Ashton Kutcher is on the TV show Two and a Half Men."
— Josh
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