MISCONCEPTIONS

U.S. soldiers in an M24 Chaffee light tank driving through Bologna, Italy, in 1945.

6 Misconceptions About World War II

Did kamikaze pilots really volunteer? Did the U.S. really declare war against the Axis powers directly after Pearl Harbor? We're debunking some of the most common misconceptions about World War II.

An illustration from Hunefer's Book of the Dead.

Common Misconceptions About Ancient Egypt

Did Napoleon really shoot off the Great Sphinx’s nose? Was King Tut murdered? Those answers and more on this ‘Misconceptions.’

6 Common Misconceptions About Flying

We're nosediving into all things flight-related and debunking several widespread myths about the (very safe) mode of travel.

No, the White Stuff on Your Baby Carrots Isn't Chlorine

The white stuff isn’t a sign that your carrots have gone bad—but they might appreciate a little water.

He may look fierce, but his name is probably "Ragnar the Snoring Softie" or something.

Common Misconceptions About Vikings

If all your Viking information comes from ‘Hägar the Horrible’ comics and the ‘Vikings’ TV show, you should probably watch this video.

No, William Shakespeare probably wasn't secretly the Earl of Oxford.

6 Misconceptions About Famous Books and Authors

Even devout bibliophiles might believe some of these misconceptions about Jane Austen, Ernest Hemingway, and William Shakespeare.

8 Misconceptions About Dreams

Can cheese really give you nightmares? And why do you keep dreaming that you're back in high school? We get to the bottom of eight misconceptions about dreams.

It's not just about pelvic pain or bad periods.

6 Common Misconceptions About Endometriosis

There’s a lot of confusion about endometriosis symptoms, treatment, and other basics. We spoke to a specialist to set the record straight.

Pictured: Paul Revere doing something he most certainly did not do.

5 Misconceptions About Colonial America

We're here to bust some myths about the story behind George Washington's false teeth, the Pilgrims' landing at Plymouth Rock, and more.

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Common Misconceptions About Famous Books and Authors

In this episode of 'Misconceptions,' we explore the plot holes, incorrect quotes, and other mistaken beliefs that surround beloved books and writers.