This week, Stuff You Should Know explores the unexpected ways everyday objects and pastimes shape our lives and culture. From the engineering behind intimate apparel to the surprisingly dark side of retirement, the hosts examine how things we take for granted—whether a leisurely round of golf or a classic monster movie—carry deeper histories and consequences than we might assume. The episodes reveal a common thread: what seems simple on the surface often reveals complexity, risk, or ingenuity underneath.
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