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Today, we’re talking about Teflon—a discovery so slick, it’s practically slippery.

This non-stick miracle has saved countless cooks from the nightmare of scrubbing burnt eggs, but its story has a lot more twists than you’d expect. So, grab your spatula, and let’s dig into the rise—and fall—of Teflon.

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Welcome back to Mike’s Nerd Bytes, —Snack-Size Bytes of Tech, Science, and More!

On this episode, I cover one of the wildest showdowns in tech history: the battle between Thomas Edison and Nikola Tesla over AC vs. DC electricity.

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Welcome back to Mike’s Nerd Bytes, —Snack-Size Bytes of Tech, Science, and More!

On this episode, we’re talking GPS. These days, we all use it—it’s how you find the nearest coffee shop, track a run, or dodge traffic. But did you know that GPS was originally developed just for military use? It wasn’t even intended for public access!

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Welcome to Mike’s Nerd Bytes—bite-sized stories about the strange, the curious, and the just plain nerdy!

On this episode, we’re diving into a juicy bit of science history—tomatoes. Did you know that at one point, people thought tomatoes were deadly poison? Yep, they had a reputation as “poison apples,” and it kept them off dinner plates for ages. So, how did something so delicious get such a deadly reputation?

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Mike’s Nerd Bytes delivers snack-sized episodes packed with tech, science, and more, all with a fun, lighthearted twist!

Join host Mike Maione as he dives into fascinating stories about discoveries and breakthroughs that have helped shape our world. From quirky science history to mind-blowing inventions, each episode is a quick and entertaining journey for your curious mind. Perfect for those who love learning whilst laughing a bit along the way. New episodes released every Friday.

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