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How Fair Trade Works

How Dungeons and Dragons Works

Sweet as Sugar: The Fascinating Story of Saccharin

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HOW FAIR TRADE WORKS   The West has gotten rich off the backs of underpaid labor living elsewhere; people who are dedicated to Fair Trade feel it's time people at a disadvantage should stop being exploited. The concept is simple - just pay workers fairly for their labor. Don't Be Dumb Read: How Fair Trade Works Test Yourself: Fair Trade Quiz

HOW DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS WORKS   Despite what you've heard, Dungeons and Dragons isn't just for geeks, it isn't satanic and it's actually a pretty great way to exercise your imagination. Find out about the basics of D&D, its place in pop culture and the controversy the classic role playing game has stirred. This Day in History Read: Beginner's Guide to Dungeons & Dragons Read: 10 Incredible Dragons We'd Like to Meet (or Run From)

SWEET AS SUGAR: THE FASCINATING STORY OF SACCHARIN   In the finale of our animated series, Josh and Chuck detail the accidental discovery of saccharin, thanks to one scientist's poor laboratory hygiene. Plus, a debate on the merits of sweet and unsweet tea. SYSK Animated Read: How Sugar Works Read: How Artificial Sweeteners Work

KEEP UP WITH SYSK   Why can't robots get married? How did bullfighting start? How do labor unions work? Join Josh and Chuck as they explore the Stuff You Should Know -- seriously, all of it -- in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. SYSK Shorts Josh & Chuck on Facebook Stuff You Should Know's RSS Feed