History of Knick-Knacks

History of Knick-Knacks

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  • Popcorn.... POPPED CORN

    It is that time again folks. Rob and Jairen have made another podcast! After a couple of weeks of dedicated procrastination the episode is finally ready to fill your ear holes. So sit down, or keep working or whatever it is you do while listening to this nonsense and enjoy the show. The show about the miracle/tragedy of popcorn. Popped corn if you are feeling fancy. Rob and Jairen unearth the secrets of Orville Redenbacher aka one of the most influential popped corn makers in the recorded history of popcorn. What would life be without it? Love it or hate it, popcorn has shaped your world more than you know. So buckle in and join Rob and Jairen in their search for kernels of truth in a world of revisionist history. Questions, comments, suggestions, etc. [email protected]



    Sources:

    https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Orville_Redenbacher

    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Popcorn

    31 min
  • Wrapping Paper and the Mysteries of Hallmark

    Heyyyooo it's been a hot minute or few weeks. In a world where consistency is key the History of Knick-Knacks has gone quiet. Some wondered if Rob and Jairen would ride off into the audio sunset.... some even doubted that there was enough historical nonsense to keep this show going. Wonder and doubt no longer. In what has become this month's special holiday episode Rob and Jairen find out who invented modern day wrapping paper. Consumerism at it's finest, because when you care to send the very best.... use Hallmark. (We are yet to be sponsored by Hallmark so it doesn't matter to us if you use them) Wind down with this tale through the midwest of the roaring 20's and let yourself learn some historical nonsense from yours truly. Happy Holidays!



    Sources:


    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hallmark_Cards

    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/J._C._Hall_(businessman)

    32 min
  • Spooky Times with Luke aka the Halloween Episode

    Hooo boy. Rob and Jairen are joined by special guest Luke from Notes From The Silver Screen. On this spooky day they dive into the history of horror films. Turns out they dive real deep in the longest episode of the History of Knick-Knacks. Join them if you dare as they cover the early days of film and horror films, to Pyscho, to Halloween, to The Blair Witch Project, and The Sixth Sense. All of the spooky kids are listening, are you going to be cool and be spooky? Email any concerns or ideas to [email protected] 


    Notes From The Silver Screen:

    https://open.spotify.com/show/1jTEoSgQzxZDk8vQT4pqep?si=kuk4FUPDTuGzOSvnkmflqA

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/notes-from-the-silver-screen/id1497531597

    Sources:

    https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Horror_film

    https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/German_Expressionism_(cinema)

    https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Psycho_(1960_film)

    https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Blair_Witch_Project

    https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Sixth_Sense

    1 hr 40 min
  • Monopoly. aka The Landlord's Game

    Whoa hey another episode for your ears! This one is full of hot takes, or maybe just room-temperature takes, but takes nonetheless! In this episode Rob and Jairen really dive into the history of the loved/hated board game: Monopoly. Does Jairen really hate board games, or is he just bad at them? Did a man pull an Edison and steal the idea for Monopoly? This episode gets real wild folks. Do not pass go, unless you're pressing play on this episode. Take a chance, buy ocean avenue! Roll the dice! Which figurine are you today? Which one is Rob? Which one is Jairen? Is Jairen even playing? All this and more in this episode of The History of Knick Knacks! email concerns/ideas/questions to [email protected]


    Sources:


    https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lizzie_Magie

    39 min
  • Candy Corn (ft. Aybree)
    It's been a hot few moments, but Rob and Jairen are back! Maybe even for good, who knows. In this special Halloween-themed episode your hosts are joined by special guest and listener Aybree. Together they open up the mysterious bag of candy that contains the secrets of candy corn. Or at least some of the secrets of the holiday treat. Things get dicey in the first explicit episode of the show, (but not really dicey because this is just an attempt at hyperbole to get you to listen) you've been warned. There are mentions of wars, Harry Styles, and childhood traumas. This episode has it all. Strap in and get comfortable because it's bound to be a long, spooky ride. email any thoughts or concerns or comments to [email protected]
    Sources:
    https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Candy_corn
    https://www.history.com/.amp/news/candy-corn-invented
    https://newsfeed.time.com/2013/10/30/an-oral-history-of-candy-corn-the-most-polarizing-confection-of-them-all/
    53 min
  • Ice Cream. Iced Cream. Queen of the Ices.
    Is ice-cream really a knick-knack? Rob and Jairen sure seem to think so. How much do you know about ice cream? Do you even like it? Where did it come from? Who "invented" it? What's the difference between a sorbet and regular ice cream? All of these questions and more will be answered by your hosts as they go about setting the record straight on the origins of the sweet treat. So crank up the dial, get comfy, and prepare for an adventure like no other. Welcome to the 13th episode of the History of Knick-Knacks. Have an idea or comment? Email: [email protected]
    Sources:
    https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nancy_Maria_Donaldson_Johnson
    https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/598021/ice-cream-queen-of-victorian-england-agnes-b-marshall
    https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Agnes_Marshall
    46 min
  • Windshield Wipers: A True Special ft. Amanda
    Oh boy oh boy! What an episode this is! It has everything! Inventions! Apartments! A Special Guest! Jokes! Misogyny! What more could you want?? Maybe you do want more. Maybe you do want to learn about the beginnings of the windshield wiper. Well then this episode is for you! Spoiler Alert: It was invented by a woman. Questions, comments, suggestions, requests: [email protected]
    Sources:
    https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mary_Anderson_(inventor)
    30 min
  • The Lightbulb (Part the Third)
    In what some might consider a Star Wars like saga Rob and Jairen reach the end of their story with the lightbulb. Join them as words get hard and tricky, where movie references freely flow, and most importantly where they find out who really invented the lightbulb. Sagas are tough and sometimes disappointing, but they can also be glorious. Do Rob and Jairen go out in a blaze of glory in what has become their 11th episode? Listen to find out! Disappointed? Incredibly satisfied with your experience? Email: [email protected]
    Sources:
    https://ethw.org/Edison%27s_Incandescent_Lamp
    https://worldhistoryproject.org/1841/frederick-de-moleyns-patents-first-incandescent-light-bulb
    https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Incandescent_light_bulb
    35 min
  • The Lightbulb (Part the Second)
    Oh wow oh hey. Rob and Jairen really get into the lightbulb here everyone. Sort of. This is the second part of the multi-part series on the lightbulb and is it something. Listen in as Rob and Jairen find out what Volta had to do with the lightbulb, or tune in just to hear about an Italian inventor instead of someone named John. All up to you. 
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    Sources:
    https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Humphry_Davy
    https://www.uh.edu/engines/epi1330.htm
    https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Luigi_Galvani
    https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alessandro_Volta
    38 min
  • The Lightbulb (Part One)
    Is this real? Did Rob and Jairen research the lightbulb and decide they needed to make it a multiple-part episode? Why yes, yes they did. Come join them as they fumble in the dark for the origins of the lightbulb. What do Humphry Davy and George Stephenson have to do with the lightbulb? 
    Sources:
    https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Humphry_Davy
    https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Davy_lamp
    https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_Stephenson
    33 min

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Purposeful Inventions, Beautiful Mishaps, Serendipity in Motion, Knick-Knacks and everything in-between. Join Rob and Jairen as they explore the wonderful (and not-so-wonderful) things that make life…