It's summer session so we're keeping things light! Why is there a submersible in the Royal Navy named Boaty McBoatface? Why aren't penguins scared of humans? How are killer whales sinking boats off the coast of Portugal? Kyle and Jheisson answer these questions and more as they float across Wikipedia learning about Boaty McBoatface, Pip Squeaks, penguins, killer whales, and the history of Sea World!

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It's a limited time, special edition episode of Wiki U! When did men start going to baby showers? Were the Middle Ages the worst time to become a mother? Is it tasteless to ask for monetary gifts via Venmo? What are the benefits of talking in the 3rd person?  What NY rapper hit it big before he graduated high school? Kyle and Jheisson answer these questions and more as they bounce their way across Wikipedia going from the history of baby showers, to talking in the 3rd person, Mary J. Blige, and special editions.

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Some people would call Harry R Truman a legend. Others, like his ex-wife who he tried to drown in a lake would probably say he was a terrible person. Everyone would call him stubborn. In 1980 when Mt. St Helen's showed signs of blowing its top Truman refused to leave the area and instead hunkered down with his sixteen cats. In this episode of Wiki U Kyle and Jheisson learn about his life, the Mt. St. Helen's eruption, and the Great Comet of the 1800's. It's an old timey podcast!

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Could even a monkey write Romeo and Juliet? Does all Scotch come from Scotland? Was WC Fields a comedic genius, troubled soul, or just terrible person? What's the difference between scotch, whiskey and scotch whiskey? When was whiskey used as currency in the U.S.? Kyle and Jheisson answer these questions and more as they click clack their way across Wikipedia from the Infinite Monkey Theorem to the Whiskey Rebellion. You can watch all of Wiki U's lessons and classes on YouTube, TikTok and Instagram @wikiuniversity 

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Did Siskel and Ebert revolutionize the way we appreciate movies? What were the first homeless shelters of London like? Is Dave Matthews Band the greatest band of all time? Is Grave Digger his all-time banger? Kyle and Jheisson answer these questions and more as they thumb their way across Wikipedia from Siskel and Ebert to Forbes Magazine.

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Why were Trapper Keepers so cool? We use petroleum products all the time, but why can we eat some of them? Why should you always wear gloves when you cut chili peppers? Is there another type of pencil other than No. 2? Kyle and Jheisson answer these questions and more as they organize their way across Wikipedia from Hunan Hand Syndrome to Trapper Keepers.

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Why is recycled restaurant oil so dangerous? Why is is called gutter oil? Is MSG really all that bad for you to eat? Is Chinese restaurant syndrome real or is it just racist? What is the history of dinner? Kyle and Jheisson answer these questions and more as they travel across Wikipedia from the illicit gutter oil trade in China to the tastiest dish on the menu, Peking Duck.

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Are you an indoor kid or an outdoor kid? Are parents living with unnecessary fear for their children? What is the opposite of straight edge and how did it get started? Kyle and Jheisson answer these questions and more as they hike their way across Wikipedia from the Washington D.C. punk scene of the 1980's to present day studies that say kids aren't spending enough time outside. Finally they wrap things up with a shallow dive into some lighthearted topics like the Ebola Virus and Anthrax.

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Are you and your significant other close enough to flip upside down and race other couples? In this episode Kyle and Jheisson haul their way across wikipedia as they explore the relatively new sport of wife carrying, dabble in slap contests, learn about Swaffelen, the Netherlands word of the year in 2008, before finishing their journey by visiting the Seven Wonders of the World.

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Kyle and Jheisson edge their way across Wikipedia as they research the Stanford Marshmallow Experiment, invest some time in the life of John Bogle inventor of the index fund, discuss mark Twain's impact on comedy, and shake through Wikipedia's list of biggest earthquakes. Will LA ever get to experience the BIG ONE?

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