Learn about why you make decisions using less information than you think; why your appendix actually serves a purpose; and the best ways to overcome a challenge, according to science.

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In this podcast, Cody Gough and Ashley Hamer discuss the following stories from Curiosity.com to help you get smarter and learn something new in just a few minutes:

• You Make Decisions on Less Information than You Think — https://curiosity.im/2MNq4wh
• Your Appendix Actually Serves a Purpose — https://curiosity.im/2DQbEZy
• 19 Ways to Get Through a Challenge, According to Science — https://curiosity.im/2DQbUYw

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Find episode transcript here: https://curiosity-daily-4e53644e.simplecast.com/episodes/best-ways-to-overcome-challenges-what-your-appendix-does-and-how-you-use-information

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