Category Archives: Podcast

Podcast Episode #299: Tinkle Bells

In this episode, you’re going to learn about the origin of the Christmas staple, “Silver Bells,” and how the duo who wrote it tried everything they could to get out of having to compose it in the first place. [TRANSCRIPT] Don’t miss future episodes of this podcast, subscribe here: iTunes | RSS/XML You can also find more episodes by going […]

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Podcast Episode #298: The Invention of Eggnog

In this episode, you’re going to learn about how the practice of mixing a cow’s udder excretions with the product that came out of a chicken’s cloaca ultimately led to Eggnog. You’re also going to learn why the drink is called that and what the traditional ingredients to the drink are. [TRANSCRIPT] Don’t miss future episodes of this podcast, subscribe […]

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Podcast Episode #295: The Swoosh

In this episode, you’re going to learn about the interesting origin of the Nike swoosh logo and the amazingly paltry amount the creator of that iconic logo was paid for it. [TRANSCRIPT] Don’t miss future episodes of this podcast, subscribe here: iTunes | RSS/XML You can also find more episodes by going here: Daily Knowledge Podcast

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Podcast Episode #294: Metals and Microwaves

In this episode, you’re going to learn why it is that it’s generally advised that you do not put metals in microwave ovens, despite the devices being made of metal, as well as how a microwave actually works to cook food.  You’re also going to learn a boatload of fascinating facts about the microwave oven. [TRANSCRIPT] Don’t miss future episodes […]

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Podcast Episode #290: The Truth About the Average Age of Marriage for Women Throughout History

In this episode, you’re going to learn whether there is any truth to the idea that women used to commonly get married shortly after puberty. In the bonus topic today, you’re going to learn why the toilet is sometimes called a “John.” [TRANSCRIPT: Marriage Age | Toilet] Don’t miss future episodes of this podcast, subscribe here: iTunes | RSS/XML You […]

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Podcast Episode #289: Why Tires Used to Be Made White and Why They are Black Today

In this episode, you’re going to learn why tires stopped being made white and instead are now almost always made black excepting with novelty tires. In the bonus topic, you’re also going to learn how men’s and women’s bikes came to have the differing designs the do. [TRANSCRIPT: Tires | Bikes] Don’t miss future episodes of this podcast, subscribe here: […]

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Podcast Episode #287: PEZ and Instant Cake Mix

In this episode, you’re going to learn about the intrepid teenager who created the first ready-made cake mix, then later the ever popular confectionery PEZ, as well as just what “PEZ” stands for and why they originally came in special containers. In the bonus topic, you’re also going to learn why Rice Krispies “snap, crackle, and pop.”  [Transcript: PEZ | […]

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Podcast Episode #284: Black Friday

In this episode, you’re going to learn how Black Friday got started, the real reason it’s called that, and a few other interesting facts about this “supposed” biggest shopping day of the year. [TRANSCRIPT] Don’t miss future episodes of this podcast, subscribe here: iTunes | RSS/XML You can also find more episodes by going here: Daily Knowledge Podcast

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Podcast Episode #283: Sarah Josepha Hale, Mary Had a Little Lamb, and the Origin of the Thanksgiving Holiday

In this episode, you’re going to learn how one of the great, but little known today, women in American history brought about the United States’ Thanksgiving holiday, as well as introduced most of the traditions now commonly associated with that holiday, including what we eat.  You’re also going to learn what this has to do with “Mary Had a Little […]

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Podcast Episode #281: The Many Myths Surrounding the Pilgrims and Thanksgiving

In this episode, you’re going to learn about the many myths surrounding the supposed “first” Thanksgiving and the Pilgrims. Don’t miss future episodes of this podcast, subscribe here: iTunes | RSS/XML You can also find more episodes by going here: Daily Knowledge Podcast Transcript: Myth: Pilgrims wore black and white clothing with buckled top hats. The myth that they dressed […]

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