On this episode, we dig into the weird, wild, and mildly confusing world of nicknames.  If you've ever wondered why your Uncle Greg is called "Spud" or how we got the name "Peg" from "Margaret," we'll name names.  Also, we unravel the mystery of Airline Chimes.  You've heard them, but what do they really mean?  Plus, we'll discuss one of the most misleading lies that society tells itself - "I Slept Like a Baby".  As any bleary-eyed parent will tell you, it's one phrase that makes absolutely no sense!  So join host Rick Peterson as he tackles more of the questions you've Always Wondered about. 

On this upcoming episode, we dig into the weird, wild, and mildly confusing world of nicknames.  If you've ever wondered why your Uncle Greg is called "Spud" or how we got the name "Peg" from "Margaret," we'll name names.  Also, we unravel the mystery of Airline Chimes.  You've heard them, but what do they really mean?  Plus, we'll discuss one of the most misleading lies that society tells itself - "I Slept Like a Baby".  As any bleary-eyed parent will tell you, it's one phrase that makes absolutely no sense!  So join host Rick Peterson as he tackles more of the questions you've Always Wondered about. 

On this episode, we explore why there are 24 hours in a day.  It could have been any number, but somehow we wound up with 24, and we'll tell you why.  Also, where did the phrase "let the cat out the bag" come from?  Was there really a cat and, if so, what does a feline have to do with spilling secrets?  Plus, it's the Great Citrus Debate.  Which came first - the color orange or the fruit orange?  The answer may just make you question your entire crayon box!  Join host Rick Peterson as he answers more of the questions you've Always Wondered about.

On this upcoming episode, we explore why there are 24 hours in a day.  It could have been any number, but somehow we wound up with 24, and we'll tell you why.  Also, where did the phrase "let the cat out the bag" come from?  Was there really a cat and, if so, what does a feline have to do with spilling secrets?  Plus, it's the Great Citrus Debate.  Which came first - the color orange or the fruit orange?  The answer may just make you question your entire crayon box!  Join host Rick Peterson as he answers more of the questions you've Always Wondered about.

On this episode, we explore the origin of the joke.  So we're going back 4,000 years in search of some ancient laughs.  Also, we unwrap the backstory behind the Twinkie - that golden, squishy sponge cake that's become part of American history.  Plus, why do we say "it's raining cats and dogs?"  Find out what  domesticated animals have to do with inclement weather!   Join host Rick Peterson as he answers more of the questions you've Always Wondered about. 

On this upcoming episode, we explore the origin of the joke.  So we're going back 4,000 years in search of some ancient laughs.  Also, we unwrap the backstory behind the Twinkie - that golden, squishy sponge cake that's become part of American history.  Plus, why do we say "it's raining cats and dogs?"  Find out what  domesticated animals have to do with inclement weather!   Join host Rick Peterson as he answers more of the questions you've Always Wondered about. 

On this episode, learn why the number 13 gets such a bad rap.  From ancient superstitions to today's high-rise buildings, it's the number everyone wants to avoid.  Also, have you Always Wondered why keyboards are laid out in the confusing QWERTY style?  We'll try to make sense of all the keyboard chaos.  Plus, in our first-ever "Lightning Round", get rapid-fire answers to some of your most head-scratching questions.  So join host Rick Peterson as he bravely faces more of the weird topics you've "Always Wondered" about.

On our next episode, learn why the number 13 gets such a bad rap.  From ancient superstitions to today's high-rise buildings, it's the number everyone wants to avoid.  Also, have you Always Wondered why keyboards are laid out in the confusing QWERTY style?  We'll try to make sense of all the keyboard chaos.  Plus, in our first-ever "Lightning Round", get rapid-fire answers to some of your most head-scratching questions.  So join host Rick Peterson as he bravely faces more of the weird topics you've "Always Wondered" about.

On this week's episode, you're invited to the wedding of the ages, as we dive headfirst into the weird and wild origins of wedding traditions.  But don't expect a podcast filled with love, romance, and a mile-long bridal registry at Amazon, because the wedding customs that we've followed for centuries are rooted in distrust, contractual obligations, and - yes - even body odor.  The ceremony is about to begin, and we've saved you a front row seat for all the craziness.  So join host Rick Peterson as he answers more of the questions you've "Always Wondered" about.

Always Wondered Podcast

On this week's upcoming episode, you're invited to the wedding of the ages, as we dive headfirst into the weird and wild origins of wedding traditions.  But don't expect a podcast filled with love, romance, and a mile-long bridal registry at Amazon, because the wedding customs that we've followed for centuries are rooted in distrust, contractual obligations, and - yes - even body odor.  The ceremony is about to begin, and we've saved you a front row seat for all the craziness.  So join host Rick Peterson as he answers more of the questions you've "Always Wondered" about.

Always Wondered Podcast