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1440 Explores

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Alcohol
Health Effects Of Alcohol
Ghosts
Social Bonding
Civilization
Addiction
Prohibition
Mental Health
Human Behavior
Cultural History
Dopamine
Endorphins
Credit Cards
Artificial Intelligence
Acetaldehyde
Supreme Court
College Tuition
Congress
Memory
Dreams

1440 Explores is a sonic encyclopedia for the insatiably curious. Each episode delivers essential knowledge on the most fascinating topics of our time, weaving history, science, and insight from the best experts to help you make sense of the world. From the mysteries of the mind to the forces shaping society, 1440 Explores informs and inspires with stories worth sharing. Produced in collaboration ... more

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One of host Sony Kassam's earliest memories is witnessing an armed robbery at her family's convenience store. For nearly 30 years, she believed she knew exactly what happened—until she asked her mother to tell the story.

In this episode of "1440 Exp... more

Congress is the first branch of the US government. The Constitution gives it the power to write laws, control federal spending, and declare war. So how did it become one of America's least trusted institutions, and why do presidents increasingly gove... more

Flatulence is one of the body's most universal and least discussed functions. But behind every burst of gas lies a complex ecosystem of trillions of microbes working around the clock inside your digestive tract. In this episode, we explore why flatul... more

FIFA started as a handful of Europeans who wanted to play soccer across borders. It became one of the most powerful and corrupt organizations in sports history, controlled by 22 men voting behind closed doors.

For nearly two decades, one man sat at ... more

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Recent Guests

Daniel Schacter
Harvard psychologist and author of The Seven Sins of Memory
Harvard University
Episode: Can You Trust Your Memories?
Craig Volden
Professor at the University of Virginia and leading expert on how Congress actually works
University of Virginia
Episode: What Happened to Congress?
Brantley Hall
Microbiologist, University of Maryland
University of Maryland
Episode: The Hidden Science of Flatulence
H. W. Brands
American Presidential Historian, professor
University of Texas at Austin
Episode: The Evolution of the US Presidency
Margaret O'Mara
Historian, author of The Code, Silicon Valley and the Remaking of America
University of Washington
Episode: The Origins of Silicon Valley
Michael Linden
Former White House budget official; tax policy expert
Former White House OMB, tax policy advisor
Episode: How the US Income Tax Actually Works
Dr. Robin Nagle
Anthropologist in residence at New York City's Department of Sanitation
New York City Department of Sanitation
Episode: The Hidden Life of Trash
Sandy Baum
Economist and senior fellow at the Urban Institute
Urban Institute
Episode: The History of College Tuition
Akhil Reed Amar
Yale University Law Professor and Supreme Court Specialist
Yale University
Episode: Behind the Supreme Court's Curtains

Hosts

Sony Kassam
Host of 1440 Explores with a focus on history, politics, and big ideas; brings archival context and accessible storytelling.
Dina Fine Maron
Health and medicine editor contributing on science-related topics and expert context.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 574 ratings
  • Insightful and Fun

    Good source of information presented in an interesting way.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CalRob56
    United Statesa month ago
  • Farts are good!

    Just finished this episode, so well done!!! The author of the piece is fantastic, love her style and approach! Can’t wait to hear another!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ridiculously tired
    United Statesa month ago
  • Flatulance

    An excellent topic and explanation of FARTS. I loved the smart underwear for measuring farts. I found that could be a major breakthrough to understanding real problems for intestinal issues that many people suffer from.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    timfreitas
    United States2 months ago
  • I keep resubscribing to this podcast and forgetting, so I have to leave a review. If I could rate privately I would.

    The episodes are interesting and the topics compelling, but I don't like how young the host sounds. It's an incredibly stupid reason for disliking something, but I do find her voice distracting. I feel foolish for this opinion, you should still try out this podcast!

    Podcast Addict
    4
    tamaha
    2 months ago
  • How The Presidency Became Too Powerful

    An excellent review and explanation of how presidential powers have amassed through each presidency. What do we want the presidency to look like?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    S. Que
    United States3 months ago

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Can You Trust Your Memories?
Q: Can you tell me what happened 30 years ago during the robbery, from your memory?
The speaker asks the mother to recall the event; she describes waking up to the robbery with the store being opened, the two robbers, and the actions they took, which differs from the speaker's recollection, highlighting how memory can diverge even for shared events.
What Happened to Congress?
Q: What happens next in the legislative process after a bill is introduced?
The bill is discussed on the floor, potentially amended, then sent to the Senate, and finally must be passed by both houses before reaching the president. If crises or political maneuvering dominate, this path can be bypassed or accelerated through omnibus or reconciliation strategies, reducing cross-party buy-in.
The History of College Tuition
Q: What explains the gap between the sticker price and what families actually pay?
Sandy Baum explains that the real price is affected by financial aid from federal, state, and institutional sources, which discounts the sticker price for most students, making net price the more meaningful figure for affordability.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 1440 Explores

What is 1440 Explores about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show combines history, science, and expert analysis to explain how powerful systems and ideas shape the world. Across episodes, listeners encounter deep dives into memory, governance, technology, public policy, and social phenomena, all framed by rigorous interviews with leading researchers, historians, and policy analysts. A notable strength is pairing scholarly rigor with accessible storytelling, often using historical episodes, real-world data, and clear demonstrations to illuminate complex topics like memory reliability, congressional dynamics, AI, and the economics of public institutions. The format frequently features robust conversations with top academics and practitioners, plus tech pioneers and policymakers, making it especia... more

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2. Craig Volden
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5. Margaret O'Mara
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