Everyday Enigmas
By Beata Malczak
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Episodes: 69
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Explore the fascinating stories and science behind the habits we take for granted. From why we shake hands to the origins of saying 'bless you' after a sneeze, each episode uncovers the mysteries of our daily routines.
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Why Do We Freeze When Someone Says Our Name?
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Sep 02, 2026 |
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Why Do We Repeat Someone’s Name?
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Aug 25, 2026 |
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Why Do We Hum Without Realizing?
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Aug 19, 2026 |
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Why Do We Walk in Circles While Thinking?
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Aug 11, 2026 |
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Why Do We Read Menus Before We’re Hungry
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Aug 04, 2026 |
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Why Do We Look Back Before Leaving
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Jul 27, 2026 |
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Why Do We Knock Before Entering?
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Jul 20, 2026 |
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Why Do We Whisper During Secrets
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Jul 13, 2026 |
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Why Do We Wave at Passing Trains and Boats?
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Jul 06, 2026 |
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Why Do We Need Closure?
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Jun 30, 2026 |
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Why Do We Smile at Strangers?
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Jun 22, 2026 |
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Why Do We Feel Embarrassed Alone?
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Jun 17, 2026 |
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Why Do We Applaud Performances
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Jun 09, 2026 |
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Why Do We Copy Other People’s Accents?
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Jun 01, 2026 |
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Why Do We Celebrate Anniversaries
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May 26, 2026 |
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Why Do We Save Messages We Never Reply To
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May 20, 2026 |
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Why Do We Stretch When We Wake Up?
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May 13, 2026 |
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Why Do We Hate Silence in Conversations?
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May 06, 2026 |
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Why Do We Form First Impressions So Fast?
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Apr 28, 2026 |
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Why Do We Say “I’m Fine” When We’re Not?
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Apr 21, 2026 |
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Why Do We Rewatch Movies We Already Know?
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Apr 14, 2026 |
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Why Do We Keep Souvenirs?
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Apr 06, 2026 |
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Why Do We Check the Time Repeatedly?
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Mar 30, 2026 |
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Why Do We Feel Awkward in Elevators?
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Mar 23, 2026 |
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Why Do We Talk to Pets Like Babies?
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Mar 16, 2026 |
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Why Do We Nod for Yes and Shake for No?
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Mar 09, 2026 |
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Why Do We Wave Goodbye?
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Mar 02, 2026 |
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Why Do We Whisper in Quiet Places?
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Feb 23, 2026 |
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Why Do We Apologize Even When It’s Not Our Fault?
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Feb 14, 2026 |
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The Hidden Power of Habits – Why We Do Things Without Thinking
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Feb 07, 2026 |
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Why Do We Say “Cheers” Before Drinking
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Feb 01, 2026 |
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The History of the Bow as a Greeting
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Jan 25, 2026 |
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Why Do We Shake Hands When Meeting Someone New?
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Jan 18, 2026 |
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The Science of Why We Laugh
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Jan 10, 2026 |
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Why Do We Say “Knock on Wood” to Avoid Jinxing?
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Jan 03, 2026 |
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The Psychology of Why We Procrastinate
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Dec 28, 2025 |
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Why Do We Say “Good Night” Before Sleeping?
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Dec 21, 2025 |
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The Origins of the Peace Sign
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Dec 12, 2025 |
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Why Do We Wear Costumes on Halloween?
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Dec 06, 2025 |
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The Science Behind Why We Dream
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Nov 30, 2025 |
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Why Do We Shake Hands to Seal a Deal?
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Nov 23, 2025 |
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The Mystery of the Evil Eye
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Nov 17, 2025 |
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Why Do We Blow Out Birthday Candles?
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Nov 10, 2025 |
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The Origins of the Thumbs-Up Gesture
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Nov 03, 2025 |
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Why Do We Say “Cheese” When Taking Photos
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Oct 27, 2025 |
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The Science of Why We Hiccup
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Oct 20, 2025 |
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Why Do We Kiss Under the Mistletoe
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Oct 14, 2025 |
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The History of the Fist Bump
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Oct 08, 2025 |
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Why Do We Say “God Bless You” After a Sneeze
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Oct 02, 2025 |
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The Psychology of Queuing – Why Do We Line Up
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Sep 25, 2025 |
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Why Do We Wear Black to Funerals
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Sep 18, 2025 |
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The Origins of the Toast – Cheers!
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Sep 10, 2025 |
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Why Do We Shake Hands with the Right Hand?
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Sep 03, 2025 |
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The Science Behind Why We Cry
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Aug 24, 2025 |
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Why Do We Say “Break a Leg” for Good Luck?
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Aug 16, 2025 |
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The Surprising History of the Birthday Cake
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Aug 08, 2025 |
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Why Do We Cross Our Fingers for Luck
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Jul 30, 2025 |
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The Mystery of the Tooth Fairy
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Jul 24, 2025 |
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Why Do We Wear Wedding Rings on the Fourth Finger?
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Jul 15, 2025 |
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The Science of Tipping – Why Do We Do It?
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Jul 04, 2025 |
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Why Do We Say 'Hello' When Answering the Phone
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Jun 23, 2025 |
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Why Do We Knock on Wood
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Jun 08, 2025 |
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The Origins of the High Five
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May 28, 2025 |
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Why Do We Clink Glasses Before Drinking?
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May 16, 2025 |
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The Yawn Contagion – Why Do We Catch Yawns?
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May 04, 2025 |
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Knocking on Wood – A Superstitious Tap
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Apr 12, 2025 |
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Three Meals a Day - A Modern Invention
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Mar 26, 2025 |
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Bless You! The Sneeze Superstition
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Mar 17, 2025 |
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The Handshake - More Than Just a Greeting
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Mar 06, 2025 |