Why Don't We Just Try

Cartoon Shorts with real science

Why Don't We Just Try

Tinker tries the obvious fix. Real science explains why not.

Why don't we just launch our trash into the sun? Tow icebergs to dry cities? Each Short asks one question like that, lets Tinker the raccoon try it, and gives you the real reason it doesn't work, in under 30 seconds.

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Tinker, a cartoon raccoon in orange goggles, giving a confident thumbs up

How every Short goes

Tinker never says a word. He just tries it.

  1. Tinker pulling his goggles down and rubbing his hands
    1

    The obvious fix

    A "Why don't we just…?" question that sounds like it has an easy answer. Tinker is sure it does.

  2. Tinker jumping back in shock with his hands up
    2

    It backfires

    He tries it, and it goes sideways. The cartoon part is exaggerated on purpose.

  3. Tinker scratching his head with an awkward smile
    3

    The real reason

    A narrator explains why it doesn't work, in plain words. The facts are real, and every Short lists its sources.

Some things Tinker has tried

Why don't we just…

  • launch our trash into the sun?
  • tow icebergs to dry cities for water?
  • turn ocean water into drinking water for everyone?
  • catch lightning to power our homes?
  • get rid of leap years?
  • add more lanes to fix traffic jams?
See why not

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Got an obvious fix?

Leave it in the comments under any Short. Good ones go on Tinker's list.

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