Curiosity Daily Podcast: Volcano Perks, Club Soda vs. Seltzer, How to Procrastinate Correctly
Learn about the benefits of living near a volcano; different types of carbonated water; and how to procrastinate right.
October 18, 2021
Episode Show Notes:
The stories in this episode originally aired May 30, 2018 “Perks of Procrastination, Volcano Dwellers, Club Soda vs Sparkling Waters” https://omny.fm/shows/curiosity-daily/perks-of-procrastination-volcano-dwellers-and-the
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