Category Archives: Podcast

Podcast Episode #115: Pleased as Punch

In this episode, you’re going to learn the fascinating origin of the curious phrase “Pleased as Punch,” and just how it is that “Punch” can be pleased. [TRANSCRIPT] We’d also like to ask that you click here and fill out a quick, anonymous survey related to our podcast.  In doing so, you’ll be entered to win a $100 Amazon gift […]

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Podcast Episode #114: The Woman Who was the Most Successful Pirate in History

In this episode, you’re going to learn about a little-known woman who rose from being a prostitute to arguably the most successful pirate in history and who ultimately managed to retire and get off, not only scot-free, but elevated to nobility. [TRANSCRIPT] Don’t miss future episodes of this podcast, subscribe here: iTunes | RSS/XML You can also find more episodes […]

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Podcast Episode #112: Coffee and Feces, Brewing Up the World’s Most Expensive Cup of Joe

In this episode, you’re going to learn the slightly stomach turning origin of the world’s most expensive cup of coffee.  You’re also going to learn a surprising truth about professional wine tasters, as well as why coffee “beans” aren’t actually beans. [TRANSCRIPT] Don’t miss future episodes of this podcast, subscribe here: iTunes | RSS/XML You can also find more episodes […]

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Podcast Episode #108: The Invention Nobody Wanted That Became One of the Top Selling Office Products of All Time

In this episode, you’re going to learn about how one of the most common and most frequently used office products in the world almost never saw the light of day owing to a series of rejections while it was being developed and then being nearly wholly rejected by consumers when it was first released to the public. [TRANSCRIPT] Don’t miss […]

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Podcast Episode #107: One of the Most Popular “Constellations” in the World Isn’t One

In this episode, you’re going to learn what exactly makes a constellation a constellation, and about how one of the most popular star configurations in the world isn’t actually a constellation, despite it being called such in common vernacular. Don’t miss future episodes of this podcast, subscribe here: iTunes | RSS/XML You can also find more episodes by going here: […]

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Podcast Episode #105: Why We Call Things “The Big Cheese” and Why Golf Balls Have Dimples

In this episode, you’re going to learn why we call certain things “the big cheese” as well as the scientific reason golf balls have dimples.  In the Bonus Facts, you’re also going to learn the origin of several other food related phrases like cakewalk and “egg someone on,” which interesting enough has nothing to do with eggs. [TRANSCRIPT Big Cheese […]

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Podcast Episode #101: What Causes a Hangover and Why Asparagus Makes Your Pee Smell Bad

In this episode, you’re going to learn what causes a hangover, why asparagus makes your pee smell, and methods for preventing a hangover. [TRANSCRIPT] This episode is brought to you by NatureBox, a subscription service for nutritious snacks, with new snacks introduced every month made from wholesome ingredients. NatureBox is currently extending a special discount for all our podcast listeners […]

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