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Why it was recommended

This guy makes absolutely amazing videos on a number of subjects explaining things in really simple terms.

Strong recommendationTamDenholm · Original2011-11

What it covers

CGP Grey explains the mess of Daylight Saving Time, including its dubious energy savings and the odd cases like Arizona that opt out. It is a short, simple explainer. It is for a general viewer who does not plan to take a prerequisite first.

Video details

Channel

CGP Grey

Length

6 min 30 sec

Year

2011

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