Does my vote count?
The framers of the Constitution put the electoral college in place as a compromise, and ever since voters have wondered if their vote counts. Check [Read more]
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The Ten Worst Computer Viruses
Computer viruses have evolved just as quickly as computers themselves. Listen in as our HowStuffWorks staff breaks down history’s worst computer viruses. Learn more about [Read more]
Did someone really escape from Alcatraz?
Alcatraz was one of the United States’ most notorious prisons — isolated on an island and surrounded by sharks. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to [Read more]
History Extra podcast – October 2008 – Part 1
Patricia Davies recalls the brilliant deception plan Operation Mincemeat, Dr Ian Mortimer reveals what life was like for the inhabitants of medieval towns, Hannah Greig explains her role as historical advisor to the new film ‘The Duchess’.
How the Google Android Phone Will Work
After years of rumors, Google and T-Mobile are releasing a cell phone designed to use Android, Google’s new open-source software platform. Tune in to this [Read more]
The History of Presidential Debates
In the United States, the presidential debate is a time-honored institution. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to as our staff writers trace the fact and [Read more]
How Niche Social Networks Work
The U.S. intelligence community is creating a social networking site for spies — and this is just one example of the growing field of niche [Read more]
Did Marie Antoinette really tell French peasants to eat cake?
Marie Antoinette was only ten when Rousseau published the famous ‘let them eat cake’ quote. Check out our HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about what [Read more]
How Web Browser Updates Work
As the capacity and complexity of the internet grows, browsers also become more complex. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the future [Read more]
How the Symbols of U.S. Political Parties Work
A donkey and an elephant are the symbols of the U.S. Democratic and Republican parties, but how were these symbols chosen? Check out our HowStuffWorks [Read more]