MISCONCEPTIONS

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10 Misconceptions About the 1950s

The ‘50s weren't all nuclear families with white picket fences and questionable Jell-o recipes.

6 Misconceptions About the Roman Empire

Did Julius Caesar really say “Et tu, Brute?” Did Nero fiddle while Rome burned? What was with the togas? We answer these questions and more.

6 Misconceptions About the ’90s

We debunk myths from the last decade of the 20th century, from fraudulent Furby fears to some misinformation around the era’s most famous trial.

Valentine's Day: a celebration of love or a time to get dumped? / Shutterstock / Evgeny Karandaev

Misconceptions About 9 Major Holidays

New Year’s resolutions aren’t doomed to fail, Halloween isn’t about devil worship, and Christmas isn’t celebrated on December 25 because Jesus was born that day.

10 Misconceptions About Serial Killers

How smart do you really need to be to get away with murder?

8 Misconceptions About Japan

Not all Japanese game shows feature life-threatening challenges, and not all ramen lovers slurp loudly. Let's debunk a few more misconceptions about Japan.

The massive megafauna of the Ice Age / Getty / VICTOR HABBICK VISIONS/SPL

Misconceptions About the Ice Age

In this episode of Misconceptions, host Justin Dodd thaws out a few myths about the ice age, from the idea that Earth was once frozen solid to what actually caused the mammoths’ extinction.

There are plenty of misconceptions surrounding social media.

7 Misconceptions About Social Media

In the latest episode of Misconceptions, host Justin Dodd debunks some commonly held beliefs about social media, from who owns what you post to what happens to your data.

4 Big Misconceptions About Spies

No, spies aren't all focused on national security. Yes, the CIA did deploy a mission called Operation Acoustic Kitty.

Nope, Rhode Island is definitely not part of New York.

1 Misconception About Each of the 50 States (and D.C.)

We debunk one myth about each state in the U.S., from the Rocky Mountain not-so-high of Colorado to New Mexico. That’s right, New Mexico.

No, the 'Australopithecus afarensis' specimen nicknamed Lucy is not a "missing link."

7 Misconceptions About Evolution

“Survival of the fittest” is Darwin 101. But did you know that Charles Darwin didn’t actually coin that phase? Let’s explore some common myths and misconceptions about evolution.

Cults are a popular topic for true-crime TV.

6 Misconceptions About Cults

Not every cult is a commune-based religious organization run by a charismatic man.

Simon Le Bon of Duran Duran rocks a mull—er, bi-level haircut.

7 Misconceptions About the ‘80s

Whether you lived through the ‘80s or merely have absorbed some details via 'Stranger Things,' take a look at some of the myths surrounding the "me decade."

Don't worry, this really is the Japanese flag.

Misconceptions About Japan

In the minds of many people in the West, Japan is a crowded, tech-obsessed country with unfamiliar habits and unhinged game shows. But how much do those perceptions align with reality?

Did Thomas Jefferson really bring ice cream to the U.S.?

1 Misconception About Each U.S. President

George Washington wasn’t the only U.S. president for whom a healthy dose of fiction gets mixed in with the facts.

Misconceptions About Prison

In this episode of Misconceptions, host Justin Dodd sheds some light on the prison system.

Jesus probably wasn't born on December 25.

10 Misconceptions About Holidays

'Tis the season to bust some myths about our favorite holiday celebrations, from the origins of the Hanukkah dreidel to Jesus's real birthday.

ADHD can’t be diagnosed from a stock photo.

Misconceptions About ADHD

ADHD, or attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, is one of the more misunderstood mental health conditions in popular culture.

7 Common Misconceptions About Drugs

Do bath salts turn you into a cannibal? Can caffeine actually sober you up? We debunk a few misconceptions about drugs.

Not the only vehicle you'll find the Amish using.

Misconceptions About the Amish

In this episode of Misconceptions, host Justin Dodd debunks some myths about the Amish.

We know a lot about Ancient Egypt, but some things (like hieroglyphs) aren't as clear as you might have thought.

6 Misconceptions About Ancient Egypt

Find out the real deal behind mummies, the truth behind the Sphinx’s nose, and how King Tut probably met his end.

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One Misconception About Each U.S. State

How well do you know the United States of America? In this episode of Misconceptions, we debunk one common myth about each of the 50 states.

Frequent Misconceptions About Physics

In this episode of Misconceptions, Justin Dodd breaks down some common misunderstandings about physics.

5 Misconceptions About Sugar—Debunked

The consumption of the sweet-tasting carbohydrate is a hotly debated topic, and the misconceptions sometimes outweigh the truth.

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