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In this original GOOD Video, we look at the science and culture of locking lips.
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Environment
Mister Trash Can
While carbon emissions may be the current cause célèbre of the environmental movement, let's not forget the more tangible waste products we...
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Opium Economics
Heroin makes Lou Reed feel like Jesus, and it won't leave Guns N' Roses alone, but how does it end up here in the United States? We take a...
Environment
Cornography
The United States is the number one per capita consumer of corn in the world. Don't recall stuffing your face with thousands of ears of corn...
News
The State of the Planet
As we head into the last year of the two thousand aughts, we take a look at some of the numbers that shaped our lives this past year. Thanks...
Transparency
Alcohol Olympics
Drinking has always been a mainstay of human civilization. In moments of joy, sadness, boredom, and even holiness, we drink. But what? And...
News
Jailbirds
There are currently more than 2.3 million people incarcerated in the United States. What does that look like, exactly? That's equivalent to...
Environment
Get Your Volunteer On
Frustrated by the state of the world? Feeling powerless, but wish you could do something to help? There are numerous worthy non-profits, both...
News
Internet Censorship
Sex. Ass. Falun gong. Chances are, if you're reading this right now, you don't live in Yemen, Myanmar, or China. Internet censorship can...
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Satellites
There are more than 3,000 satellites orbiting earth. While we go about our daily lives, these contraptions are hard at work in our...
News
The Hidden Cost of War
In 2003, Donald Rumsfeld estimated a war with Iraq would cost $60 billion. Five years later, the cost of Iraq war operations is more than 10...
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Lords of the Rings
The Japanese have a yen for the gold medal in Judo. Fencing has been an idée fixe for the French. In honor of the XXIX Olympiad, we take a...
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Breast Cancer
You've seen the pink ribbons, but do you know how many American women actually get breast cancer? One in eight. While America may have the...
Business
Vampire Energy
Some household appliances cost us while they sit around and collect dust. They suck energy just by being plugged in, even if they aren't...
Environment
Water
For World Water Day 2008, we look at the planet's water, how it's being used, and the increasing strains on this vital resource. An original...
Business
Super Bowl: The Numbers
The Super Bowl is an advertising bonanza, a snack food orgy and-oh yeah-a football game. An original GOOD Video..
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Capital Cities
What's in a city's name? Beauty, peace, and prosperity. Just a reminder.
Business
Business of Death
Originating in the mid-19th Century, the modern funeral has evolved into an economic and cultural monster, with a vast network of supporting...
News
Bono: A Brief History
Bono has gone from consummate rock star to passionate advocate for change, gaining audience with the world's leaders and a reputation for...
