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Are Roller Coasters Actually Good For Your Brain?

Season 1 Episode 17 | 9m 02s

Roller coasters have the power to heal. Host Joe Hanson explores the world of coasters, exploring the safety protocols ride engineers consider in designing them and the impact they have on the human body. We learn about how the experience of riding coasters can have positive impacts in our lives.

Aired: 08/04/21
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