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1 week 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 week 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.

2 weeks 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.

2 weeks ago | wecb.fm | Mary Aldreen

The idea of going without a shower for an extended period of time might sound extreme or even absurd to many. But in a world where there’s constant discussion about the best hygiene habits, the optimal water temperature, or how often we should bathe, some people—like David Whitlock, an American engineer—are choosing to go against the grain. Whitlock, for instance, claims he hasn’t showered in 12 years, believing that washing with soap and water may strip the skin of beneficial bacteria.

2 weeks ago | wecb.fm | Mary Aldreen

Think history is straightforward and logical? Think again. In our latest video, we dive into some mind-bending historical facts that completely challenge our usual perception of time. These Historical Facts Will Completely Change How You See TimeFor example, did you know Cleopatra, the famed queen of Ancient Egypt, was born closer in time to the launch of the first iPhone than to the building of the Great Pyramid?