Uses of the Insanity Defense

How Magnets Work Uses of the Insanity Defense Don't Be Dumb: Flipping Coins Keep Up With SYSK How Magnets Work   You can stick them to the fridge or use them to transpose sound to tape; whatever they are used for magnets are surprisingly interesting. And knowing just exactly how and why magnets work will make you more interesting, which is why you should listen to this episode of SYSK. SYSK Animated Read: How Magnets Work Read: Can wearing magnets really repel sharks? Uses of the Insanity Defense   The idea that a person who can't understand the crime they've committed should be inculpable is a longstanding pillar of Western criminal law. Learn about some of the prominent and overlooked cases where the accused has plead insanity in this episode. This Day in History Read: 10 Uses of the Insanity Defense Read: What is the definition of insanity? Don't Be Dumb: Flipping Coins   In this episode, Josh explains why the outcome of flipping certain coins isn't exactly a toss-up. The research might surprise you and will definitely give you an edge the next time someone asks you heads or tails. Don't Be Dumb Read: What if I threw a penny off the Empire State Building? Read: Why don't the penny and the nickel face left? 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 At Discovery, we value your privacy. If you would like to adjust your email preferences, please click this link to our subscription center, where you can manage your account. Please click here to unsubscribe. Discovery Communications, LLC One Discovery Place, Silver Spring, MD 20910