The science of spiciness - Rose Eveleth
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When
you take a bite of a hot pepper, your body reacts as if your mouth is
on fire -- because that's essentially what you've told your brain! Rose
Eveleth details the science and history behind spicy foods, giving
insights into why some people continue to pay the painful price for a
little spice.
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Meet The Creators
- Educator Rose Eveleth
- Director Tom Beuerlein
- Producer Darcy Vorhees
- Narrator Rose Eveleth
