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Nerdy Weather Stories


Why your weather app gets it wrong (and how AI will fix it)
Ever wondered why your weather app gets it wrong? Forecasts aren’t magic—they’re math, and the atmosphere loves chaos. From misunderstood rain chances to fast-changing skies, we break down the biggest weather app myths and show how AI is rewriting the forecast game. Google, IBM, and DeepMind are building smarter systems that could predict rain down to your street. The future? Hyper-local, AI-powered accuracy.

Ric Kearbey
Jul 255 min read


Is corn sweat real? It’s making you feel like a wet sponge
Think summer feels extra brutal in the Midwest? Blame “corn sweat.” As corn grows, it releases moisture into the air, turning fields into natural humidifiers. That extra humidity cranks up the heat index, making 90°F days feel like 105°F. In this explainer, we dive into the science behind corn sweat, why it matters for farmers and forecasters, and how it impacts your summer comfort—and even storm potential.

Ric Kearbey
Jul 252 min read


How weather affects baseball — and no one talks about it
Weather isn’t just background noise in baseball—it’s an invisible player. Heat saps pitchers’ stamina, humidity messes with grip, and wind can turn home runs into lazy flyouts (or vice versa). Science shows hotter air means more homers, while cold, dense air steals them. From Wrigley’s legendary wind to MLB heatwaves, discover how the atmosphere shapes every pitch, swing, and strategy before the first pitch is even thrown.

Ric Kearbey
Jul 219 min read
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