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News site Vox is behind this series that puts the spotlight on topical issues that impact people's lives. The docuseries -- which features episodes that generally range from 15 to 25 minutes in length -- aims to dig deeper into topics, questions and ideas that aren't often part of the daily news cycle. .

S03E01 · Sugar – July 16, 2021 – 24 minutes – TV-MA

Once crucial for survival, sugar now poses a health risk. Is there a way to satisfy our primeval craving for sweetness in a healthy, balanced way?

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S03E02 · Royalty – July 23, 2021 – 25 minutes – TV-MA

How do monarchies survive when they no longer wield power? By presenting a royal fairy tale that may not reflect the reality of the past – or present.

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S03E03 · Flags – July 30, 2021 – 25 minutes – TV-MA

A flag can unite, divide, and terrorize. Explore how a piece of cloth transformed into a powerful symbol of both love and hate, freedom and oppression.

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S03E04 · Dogs – August 6, 2021 – 20 minutes – TV-MA

Who’s a good dog? They all are! From Puppy-dog eyes to feats of heroism, see how canines evolved into humankind’s best friends and sources of pure love.

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S03E05 · The End of Oil – August 13, 2021 – 24 minutes – TV-MA

Oil led to huge advancements – and vast inequities. As the planet warms, why is it so hard to turn away from fossil fuels, and can it be done in time?

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S03E06 · Chess – August 20, 2021 – 23 minutes – TV-MA

For centuries, chess has captured hearts and minds – and pawns – and it’s more popular than ever. What makws this ever-changing board game so special?

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S03E07 · Your Skin – August 27, 2021 – 22 minutes – TV-MA

Don’t panic, but our skin plays host to trillions of bacteria, fungi, mites and other microscopic guests. Go beyond skin-deep with our largest organ.

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S03E08 · Apologies – September 3rd, 2021 – 21 minutes – TV-MA

Apologizing is tough, and in this era of public mea culpas, forgiveness isn’t guaranteed. What makes for a good apology, and why does it hold such power?

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S03E09 · Hurricanes – September 10th, 2021 – 23 minutes – TV-MA

As the planet warms, hurricanes could become even more dangerous and destructive. What can be done to survive and minimize the threat of these storms?

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S03E010 ·Plastic Surgery – September 17, 2021 – 21 minutes – TV-MA

The Instagram face. A shapely posterior. Cosmetic surgery can make the latest beauty trends a reality. Explore its origins and effects, inside and out.

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S03E011 ·Dance Crazes – September 24, 2021 – 23 minutes – TV-MA

From the Waltz to voguing, dance crazes have connected people throughout the history. But when a dance catches on, who gets the credit – and compensation?

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S03E012 · Time – October 8, 2021 – 22 minutes – TV-MA

Time flies…sometimes. Its passage can seem to speed up and slow down. Why do we experience time the way we do, and how do we take back some control?

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S03E013 · Country Music – October 8, 2021 – 25 minutes – TV-MA

Dirt Roads. Pickup Trucks. Hip-hop? As the borders around country music shift, who decides what defines the popular genre, and who, gets to be a star?

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S03E014 · Fairy Tales – October 15, 2021 – 24 minutes – TV-MA

Fairy tales have survived thousands of years for a reason. Explore their far-flung history and how the stories speak to fundamental human concerns.

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