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EPISODE · Nov 25, 2025 · 15 MIN

Why were Oklahoma Citians subjected to multiple sonic booms daily for months in 1964?

from How Curious · host Rachel Hopkin

This month's How Curious dives into the story of what happened when Oklahoma City became the location of a bold experiment concerning sonic booms — a moment when science collided with everyday life. Through historical detail and voices from those who lived it, this episode looks at why the city became a testing ground, the surprising ripple effects on homes and businesses, and the larger questions it raised about progress and public trust.

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