Extra Side of Chat

Today we look at what causes eclipses and what exactly is going on during one.

Most of us know what zip codes are and how they are used, but where exactly does that number come from? Is it just randomly assigned? Do the numbers actually mean anything?

It's time we learn the origins of the greatest chip of all time! Okay, it's my favorite chip and my podcast, so leave me alone. Doritos! Learn all about how they were created.

It comes around every four years, but do we actually know why leap years exist? Find out why and more on this week's episode of Extra Side of Chat!

Have you ever come across the name of a country and know that you have heard of it but then realize you don't know anything beyond the name? That happened to me recently when I came across a reel on Instagram about Laos. That made me want to dive in and learn more about this country. Learn with me!

Happy New Year! With the new year comes new resolutions! Or maybe you're the kind that doesn't do resolutions and instead opts for something a little more practical. In this episode, we explore how New Year's Resolutions came about and we learn about some of your resolutions and goals for 2024.

With my kids off during the holidays, I wonder what kids nowadays feel is the best part of being a kid. So I asked some of my friends to ask their kids. Most of the answers were what I expected, but a couple caught me off guard.

Do you ever think about your showering process? Do you turn the water on before getting in, or do you get in and turn the water on like a crazy person? Do you have a routine once you're in the water? Do you go from top to bottom or change it up?

Have you ever put a book down after starting it? How long did you wait before you decided to call it quits? How did it make you feel? Regardless of what your answer is, you're probably not alone.

I grew up knowing I was not the favorite child. I think most of us who had siblings knew who the favorite was. As parents, we love our kids the same, but do we favor one? I asked some of my friends for their input on this and came away with some interesting perspectives.

Marvel Comics is by far my favorite comic book company, with some of my favorite superheroes like Iron Man, Deadpool, and Wolverine. But how much do we know about Marvel and how it started? We touch a small bit of that in this week's episode.

Without a doubt, one of my favorite artists that lived long ago. A quick episode to learn a little about the life and works of Leonardo da Vinci.

As much as I love to chew gum, you would think I'd know more about it. Well, here's our chance to learn more about this little treat I always keep on hand.

We all know about sharks, but just how much do we truly know about them? I was shocked to learn so many details about these ocean creatures, and I think you'll learn something too! Come learn with us!

The sun is a universal object and symbol, as we've seen throughout history. Even as an average-sized star, this thing is massive and quite hot! Come find out a little more about our sun.

Ever wonder what woodpeckers are doing in the trees when they're making all that noise? Your guess may be correct, but is it the only thing they're doing up there?

We love to think of Colorado when we think of The Rocky Mountains, but you'd be surprised to see just how far this beautiful mountain range actually stretches.

Ever wonder what happens to your food once you press start on your microwave oven? What exactly is happening inside that metal box as your food is turning? How is your food getting hot? Let's find out together!

We talkin'bout caves, people! How are they formed? What's the biggest cave out there? Come on in and find out.

In this episode, we discuss where a large part of our planet's oxygen comes from. You may be a little surprised by what it is.

In our first episode of Extra Side of Chat, we explore our inner monologues and why some don't have any.