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Victor Varnado, KSN, and Rachel Teichman, LMSW, explore the origins and concept of Buy Nothing Day, a global movement encouraging people to rethink their consumption habits. The hosts share insights about the anti-consumerism event and its connection to Black Friday. Listen as they dive into how this unique "holiday" challenges traditional shopping norms and inspires creative alternatives.

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Full Wikipedia article here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buy_Nothing_Day

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Victor Varnado, KSN, and Rachel Teichman, LMSW, tackle the topic of overeating, blending lighthearted banter with interesting insights from Wikipedia. They explore its psychological and cultural aspects while sharing surprising trivia. Whether you're a foodie or just curious, this episode serves up a feast of information. Don't miss it! Happy Thanksgiving 2024!

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Rachel Teichman, LMSW, and Victor Varnado, KSN, explore the expression "cold turkey" and its multifaceted meanings. Whether discussing abrupt life changes or the culinary roots of the term, they uncover its colorful history. This episode is full of intriguing tidbits and plenty of humor. Tune in to cool off with this fun discussion!

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Full Wikipedia article here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cold_turkey

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Victor Varnado, KSN, and Rachel Teichman, LMSW, revisit the timeless charm of bouncy balls and their surprising history. From their origins to their role in modern play, discover how this simple toy has captured imaginations for generations. The co-hosts reflect on its enduring popularity while sharing a few fun facts. It’s a bounce-worthy listen!

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Rachel Teichman, LMSW, and Victor Varnado, KSN, delve into the whimsical world of The Amazing Acro-Cats, a troupe of trained performing cats. Learn about their unique tricks, their star "leader," and the delightful charm they bring to stages across the country. This episode combines feline fun with fascinating trivia. Listen in for a purr-fectly entertaining time!

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Full Wikipedia article here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Amazing_Acro-Cats

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Victor Varnado, KSN, and Rachel Teichman, LMSW, return for part two of their exploration of boredom. Picking up where they left off, they examine how people cope with boredom and its broader implications in society. With lively back-and-forth reading, they make even the dullest subject come alive. Dive in to wrap up this engaging look at boredom!

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Full Wikipedia article here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boredom

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Rachel Teichman, LMSW, and Victor Varnado, KSN, delve into the complexities of boredom in part one of this two-part episode. They explore its definitions, causes, and surprising effects on creativity and mental health. The duo takes turns reading and reflecting on what makes this universal feeling so unique. Tune in to uncover the not-so-boring details!

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Victor Varnado, KSN, and Rachel Teichman, LMSW, take turns unraveling the concept of the A-not-B error. This psychological phenomenon demonstrates how memory and behavior develop, often in infants or animals. Through their dynamic reading, they reveal intriguing experiments that showcase the brain's quirks. Don't miss their dive into this fascinating piece of psychology!

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Victor Varnado, KSN, and Rachel Teichman, LMSW, dive into the gritty world of carnography, a term used to describe graphic depictions of violence in media. Taking turns reading, the hosts explore how the term applies to modern storytelling and its controversial impact on audiences. Tune in to discover more about this fascinating concept.

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Full Wikipedia article here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carnography

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Victor Varnado, KSN, uncovers the surprisingly widespread issue of squirrels disrupting electrical grids. Rachel Teichman, LMSW, highlights some memorable squirrel-related outages and their unintended consequences. They share a laugh over how these tiny creatures wreak havoc on advanced technology worldwide.

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Full Wikipedia article here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electrical_disruptions_caused_by_squirrels

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