Recently, the Louvre was in the headlines when at least 4 audacious thieves stole priceless jewels in broad daylight. But did you know that it wasn't the first time something incredible had been stolen from the Louvre? Join Trini and Monica as they explore the history of the world's most iconic painting, and how an unlikely thief made an otherwise overlooked painting the most famous in the world.

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We're back in the Himalayas this week, exploring the mysterious Yeti. From ancient assistants to modern yak attacks, join Trini and Monica as they discuss what the yeti could really be as well as the cultural and psychological holes the myth of the yeti might help fill.

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Ever wonder how builders get around the 13th floor in high rises? Or why thirteen is considered unlucky in the first place? Join Monica and Trini as they dig into the psychological and historical origins of why 13 gets such a bad rap.

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