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Hey, folks!

This is a bit of a long one, so we cut it into two parts ultimately...we're here to revisit facts that might sound like b.s. but are actually true.

some are more on the true-ish side...but, hey...we're here to have fun

Send us an email at [email protected] (yeah, if you listen closely, I DID misspell it a little bit at the end of the episode...sorry. lol) and be sure to subscribe and rate us on apple podcasts

Enjoy the show!

Linette and Skip

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Hey, folks!

Today, we're going to go over some of the interesting backstories behind some of our favorite songs--or, at least some songs we all know

This is the kind of thing we just love--it's an opportunity for us to learn something new about something we have been familiar with for a long time, and also a great opportunity for us to share it with all of you!

Please, send us an email at [email protected] and review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts if you get a chance

And enjoy the show!

Linette and Skip

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Hey, folks!

Today, we're going to be talking about interesting or quirky roadside attractions--though you won't hear a lot about the world's biggest potato chip here--that's for another show, for sure. We're going to be talking about some cool little hidden (or maybe not hidden) gems on the roadside.

Let us know what you think. Send us an email at [email protected] and please subscribe and rate us on Apple Podcasts so we can get more visibility!

Enjoy the show!

Linette and Skip

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Hey, folks!

Come and join us for a fun one! Today we're talking about some of the weird sports and sporting competitions around the world (really mostly Finland and England--hey, it's not my fault Finland and England like odd things. Also, can totally relate)

Have you ever wanted to get a free phone just because you threw yours across a field? How about chasing a wheel of cheese down a steep hill? Or maybe you have a hankering for ironing your clothes on the side of a mountain? If any of these things are true, you should probably check these competitions out--you might win and be famous in a small town for a year!

Please send us an email at [email protected] and subscribe and rate us on Apple Podcasts!

And, as always, enjoy the show!

Linette and Skip

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Hey, Folks!
Today we have a sad story from the North End of Boston. 
On January 15, 1919, a molasses tank in the North End neighborhood of Boston burst open, creating a destructive wave of molasses and debris that crippled the vibrant neighborhood.
We're going to talk a little about the background of the area, the construction of the tank, and the disaster and aftermath.

Please feel free to send us an email at [email protected] and rate and subscribe on Apple Podcasts

Enjoy the show!
Linette and Skip

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Okay, folks, this is a super casual one. You're going to hear a bunch of random trivia and--I'll warn you--a whole bunch of tangents (but you like those, don't you?)

Today, my dad is bringing some random facts to the table and testing my general knowledge...I think I did pretty well, but you can be the judge! How much of these facts did you already know?

Thank you so much for listening. Please send us an email at [email protected] and enjoy the show!!

Linette and Skip

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Hey, folks!

You know what they always say, come for the tangents, stay for the history lessons.

They always say that, right?

Well, they will someday.

Join us this week as we talk about the Alexander Hamilton/Aaron Burr duel...and about ten other things.

Before you go, check out the link to the Got Milk commercial we talked about in the episode. Gotta love those fun facts!

https://youtu.be/OLSsswr6z9Y?si=nq8BvMSHAdG0cTDV

Have fun!

Linette and Skip

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Welcome back, folks!

Today we're going to talk about something near and dear to our hearts....and you'll get a peek at one of Linette's obsessions (There are many. lol).

Today we're going to talk a little bit about Harry Chapin and his music, specifically two songs that mean a lot to both Skip and Linette.

Our main focus today will be the real life story behind Chapin's hit, 30,000 pounds of bananas, and some of the controversy (and our opinion) surrounding its release.

Before listening, it may be helpful to familiarize yourself with Chapin's work, specifically the song. below are links to the studio version and one of his live versions from his concert. After you listen to the episode, feel free to listen to the song again and see if your feelings have changed on the matter

The studio version, from the album Verities and Balderdash:

https://youtu.be/OGldNpngDws?si=7jB8xoWWp55RmvsQ

And one of many live versions. This one is from Harry's final concert:

https://youtu.be/515siDaYdK4?si=gv03oRi6WtJj_n1l

Enjoy the show!

Linette and Skip

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OK, so maybe don't eat lunch while listening to this one...

Today we're going to talk about the things ancient and medieval doctors considered surefire cures. Some are gross--all are weird.

Join us in our mini medical series of episodes--if you like what you hear and want to hear more, rate us on Apple Podcasts or shoot us an email at [email protected]

Enjoy the show!

Linette and Skip

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Soda, mustard, even ketchup. It seems that pretty much everything used to be medicine in the olden days. 

Today we're going to explore some products that used to be used as medicine. Some you'll know, but some of these may surprise you! 

And, yes, this episode contains a lot of tangents. Sue us.

But not really. Don't do that

Send us an email instead at [email protected] and let us know what you think...and leave your answers for the homework question. We'll shout you out next time!

Enjoy the show!!

Linette and Skip