Gordy

Smartest Year Ever

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The Smartest Year Ever began as a 365-day experiment in curiosity. In 2025, I dropped a new fact every single day. History, science, language, word origins, and strange true stories, all the stuff that somehow makes you sound smarter in conversation. The goal hasn’t changed: help you become the world’s greatest conversationalist.

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Gordy

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24. okt 2026

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Time Zones | Smartest Year Ever (Jan 3, 2025) 03.01.2025 6:12

Time zones: a human invention to keep us synced—or confused. Ever wonder why the new year hits some places hours (or even a day) before others? From the chaos of 19th-century “local mean time” to the international drama of Greenwich Mean Time, this episode explores the fascinating history of time zones. We’ll uncover the quirks of New Year’s Eve celebrations across the globe, including the Line Is...

Can Pets Catch Yawns? | Smartest Year Ever (Jan 2, 2025) 02.01.2025 3:38

Can your dog catch your yawns? Science says yes! In this episode, Gordy explores a fascinating 2008 study revealing that yawning is contagious between humans and their canine companions. Could this be a sign of empathy, a way to sync arousal levels, or just another way our pets vibe with us? Learn how yawns might strengthen your bond with your furry friends in today’s Smartest Year Ever . Follow u...

Year One | Smartest Year Ever (Jan 1, 2025) 01.01.2025 5:15

What Year Is It Again? The Curious Case of Year 1 AD If you hopped in a time machine and asked a Roman what year it was in "Year 1 AD," they’d have no idea what you’re talking about. The concept of counting years from Christ's birth didn’t exist for centuries! In today’s episode of Smartest Year Ever, we uncover the quirky history of how Year 1 AD became a thing, why it took over 500 years to catc...