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This episode explores the real science behind electromagnetic pulses and their potential dangers.
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People in this episode
Host: Matt O'Dowd
Topics covered
- Electromagnetic Pulse
- EMP
- Space Nukes
- Military Technology
- Science
Keywords
- EMP
- Electromagnetic Pulse
- Space Nukes
- Military
- Science
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Organizations: PBS, Kornhaber Brown, PBS Digital Studios
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