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Can You Trust Your Memories?

August 06, 2026

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 Explores," we unravel the surprising science of memory. Why do our brains preserve some moments while erasing others? And if memory isn't built to perfectly preserve the past, what is it actually for? Guest: Daniel Schacter, professor of psycholog...

What Happened to Congress?

July 16, 2026

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 govern without it? In this episode, we trace the century-long transformation of Congress, from the expansion of federal power and the rise of campaign fundraising to omnibus bills and executive orders. Along the way, we ask whether a system designed ...

The Hidden Science of Flatulence

June 25, 2026

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 flatulence happens, why it smells, and how new "smart underwear" may help researchers better understand digestive issues like irritable bowel syndrome. We'll unpack: How and why the body converts food into flatulence.  The surprising histo...