Mary Aldreen

3 weeks ago | wecb.fm | Mary Aldreen

Otters—they float hand-in-hand, cuddle endlessly, and make for viral internet memes. But behind their irresistibly cute exterior lies a surprisingly harsh reality. Ever wondered what life truly looks like through the eyes of these fluffy swimmers? In a fascinating new video titled “Why It Sucks to Be Born as an Otter”, we dive beneath the surface of their playful antics and explore the tough challenges otters face every single day.

1 month ago | wecb.fm | Mary Aldreen

Bodybuilding is often seen as a symbol of discipline, strength, and control. But what happens when the quest for the perfect physique turns into an obsession—and ends in tragedy? In this short but powerful video, we take a closer look at three bodybuilders whose extreme choices led to terrifying consequences. From dangerous steroid abuse to life-threatening stunts, these individuals pushed their limits far beyond what their bodies could handle.

1 month ago | wecb.fm | Mary Aldreen

Some people leave their mark on history with genius ideas. Others leave their mark… literally, on the Earth’s atmosphere. Meet Thomas Midgley Jr., an American engineer and chemist whose inventions changed the way we live — but also left us with some serious environmental baggage. Back in the 1920s, car engines had a noisy little problem: engine knocking. It wasn’t just annoying — it affected performance and could damage engines.

1 month ago | wecb.fm | Mary Aldreen

How did Elon Musk go from a quiet, introverted child in South Africa to the head of some of the world’s most talked-about companies? Tesla, SpaceX, PayPal, Neuralink, Twitter, each one a piece of a much larger puzzle. Behind the headlines and the spectacle, one question remains: is there a common thread that ties it all together? The answer seems to lie not in one big idea, but in a consistent pattern of decision-making, often bold, sometimes risky, always unconventional.

1 month ago | wecb.fm | Mary Aldreen

The trial of French actor Gérard Depardieu, who faces accusations of sexual assault, has drawn significant attention and promises to be a complex and intense legal battle. As the case continues, the conditions under which it is being held are unlike any ordinary trial, making it all the more intriguing. The legal proceedings for Gérard Depardieu‘s case began in late March, with the court hearing from both the defense and the prosecution.