Learn about the strangely-named hairy ball theorem that explains why there’s always a storm brewing somewhere; new research into how you can practice more effectively; and why there are safer ways to be eco-friendly than by reusing your disposable water bottle.

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:

• The Hairy Ball Theorem Says There's Always a Storm Brewing Somewhere — https://curiosity.im/2I4UtnN
• The Secret to Effective Practice? Taking Breaks — Even Short Ones — https://curiosity.im/2K4Rwr4
• Don't Reuse That Disposable Water Bottle — There Are Safer Ways to Be Eco-Friendly — https://curiosity.im/2IapFlC

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Find episode transcript here: https://curiosity-daily-4e53644e.simplecast.com/episodes/hairy-ball-theorem-the-secret-to-effective-practice-and-disposable-water-bottle-dangers

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