Did Elvis actually die on the toilet? Is the worst way to die drowning in human excrement? Where do lost letters and packages go and more importantly who gets to keep them? In this episode of Wiki U Kyle and Jheisson answer these questions and more as they uncover the mysteries of dead letter mail, the death of Elvis Presley, and the disgusting, repulsive Erfurt Latrine Disaster of 1184.

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Do you or a loved one hate trying new foods? Is the majority of your diet pasta and chicken tenders? Do you always drink the same things, go the same places, and watch the same things? You could be suffering from neophobia- he fear of new things. Join us as we unravel the psychological and evolutionary roots of this fear, exploring how it impacts our daily lives, decision-making, and even our cultural norms.Neophobia can hinder personal growth and innovation, but there are some strategies to overcome it. Tune in to gain valuable insights into this fascinating aspect of human behavior and learn how embracing the new can lead to personal and societal progress.

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Imagine an entire town struck by an uncontrollable urge to dance, leading to exhaustion, madness, and even death. How could something as simple as dancing turn into an inexplicable and terrifying epidemic? Was this what the olds were worried about in Footloose?

Join Kyle and Jheisson uncover the shocking events that unfolded in Strasbourg, France in the summer of 1518, when hundreds of people succumbed to a mysterious compulsion to dance for days on end. What caused this mass hysteria, and could it happen again?!

Subscribe now and get ready to step into the world of inexplicable dancing, hysteria, and the curious case that has puzzled historians for centuries. Hit that play button and let's dance our way through history together!

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On this episode of Wiki U Kyle and Jheisson dive deep into the Evil Eye! Jheisson kicks off the show explaining how the evil eye and evil eye prevention played a major role in his childhood. After that we learned about the history and cultural significance of the middle finger and Kyle tells a harrowing road rage story of how it got him in some trouble.

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Is every female celebrity attempting to cultivate a global look? Why are some women reverting to female roles from the 1950's? What lessons can we learn from Tom Cruise? How did a non-traditional woman defy the odds to become a chemist and invent a product that changed spills, stains, and dirt? On this episode of Wiki U Kyle and Jheisson answer these questions and more as they mansplain their way across Wikipedia from celebrities Blac Chyna and Ariana Grande to Tradwives and surprising discovery of Scotchgard. 

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For years the city of Cleveland was known for their terrible sports teams, a steel industry that went belly up, and having a river that was so polluted it caught fire. But in 1986 it was finally Cleveland's time to shine! City leaders concocted an event so grand that the Mistake on the Lake would no longer be the laughingstock of the country. It would be called Balloonfest '86 and would see the release of 1.5 million balloons over the city to raise money for charity. Balloons are fun and colorful, what could possibly go wrong? On this episode of Wiki U Kyle and Jheisson dive into Balloonfest '86 a disaster fitting for Cleveland.

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Join us on this rollercoaster ride through time, exploring how Nellie Bly fearlessly delved into corruption, challenged norms, and embarked on a record-breaking journey around the globe. Meanwhile, the puzzling story of Lizzie Halliday's alleged acts of violence and her place in history will leave you questioning fact from fiction.

But that's not all! Dive into the fascinating history of insurance, from its ancient roots in risk management to its modern-day significance. Discover how it emerged from the ashes of the Great Fire of London, evolving over centuries to become an integral part of our lives today.

Don't miss this incredible episode as we blend thrilling biographies with the intriguing evolution of insurance, leaving you inspired and informed in one fell swoop!

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Why do Thai restaurants seem to be everywhere? Is brutalist architecture keeping people down? What is your hometown urban myth? Kyle and Jheisson answer these questions and more as they bounce around Wikipedia learning about soft power, brutalist architecture, the industrial revolution, finally they wrap up the episode with Kyle telling a little true crime story about a murderer who lived in his house.

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Eleanor Roosevelt was a feminist icon, First Lady, and known proponent of baby cages. In this episode of Wiki U Kyle and Jheisson discuss the rise and fall of baby cages, discover the history of air conditioning, and learn about how paper is made!

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How did VHS lead to the rise of horror and gore films? Are there any plot holes in the movies Child's Play 3 or Cannibal Holocaust? What do Satanists really believe? Kyle and Jheisson answer these questions and more as they learn about "video nasties" the films of the 1980's that were too obscene for the public, uncover the truth behind the satanic panic, and discuss how hot terrorists are in movies.

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