Erudition

In this episode, you’re going to learn about the origin of French toast, which funny enough is not French. You’re also going to learn why mustard is yellow, and it turns out it doesn’t have anything to do with the mustard seeds themselves. [TRANSCRIPT]

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In this episode, you’re going to learn about an incredible ability domestic house cats have- able to fall from any height with a remarkable survival rate.

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In this episode, you’re going to learn just why there is an “r” in an abbreviation pronounced “misses,” as well as the evolution of that and other such titles for women. [TRANSCRIPT]

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In this episode, you’re going to learn just what is the difference between fruits and vegetables, along with some interesting fruits and vegetables bonus facts at the end. [TRANSCRIPT]

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In this episode, you’re going to learn how hot dogs got their name- and note, it has nothing to do with anything that happened at a baseball game, contrary to popular belief.  You’re also going to learn why certain carbonated beverages are called “soft drinks.” [TRANSCRIPT: Hot Dogs | Soft Drinks]

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In this “Weekend Why” episode of the podcast, you’re going to learn why America is called that.

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In this “Weekend Why” episode of the podcast, you’re going to learn why eating beans may cause you to have gas. [TRANSCRIPT]

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In this episode, you’re going to learn whether Vikings really did wear elaborate head gear, as well as why during medieval times in certain parts of Europe bathing was fairly uncommon. [TRANSCRIPT: Vikings | Medieval Bathing]

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In this episode, you’re going to learn where Caesar Salad came from and why it’s called that.  You’re also going to learn why salt enhances flavor, as well as why salad is named that.

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In this episode, you’re going to find out the somewhat stomach turning thing Worcestershire sauce is made of and when and how the sauce came about.  You’re also going to learn why red meat turns brown when cooked.

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