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The Metropolitan Museum of Art to repatriate dozens of stolen pieces of art, a remote island is now accepting applications for an eight-month care-taker position – and they want two! Plus, a very old video game that may have been “beat” for the first time. That, and this week in history - a pivotal moment for the revolver. Repatriated Art (CBS) Island Caretakers (Sky News) Classic Game Beat (Sky N...

Physicists work on turning light into matter and Weird Wednesday brings some of the more bizarre stories of the week. All that, plus this day in history - one of the most successful (and valuable) baseball franchises was sold … and for a relatively modest price when you consider the current value. Light Into Matter (Gizmodo) Alexa (NDTV) (NY Post) Wallet Lost (UPI) Pizza Toppings (UPI) Popping Bal...

What could be in store for 2024 – we ask a famous (dead) French astrologist, the science behind the phenomenon known as “beer goggles,” and on this day in history – I (and you too) can’t drive 55 mph … thanks Richard Nixon. Plus a proper introduction from Reggie and Marques – just what you’ve been craving. Nostadamus 2024 Predictions (NDTV) (IFLScience) (Daily Mail) Beer Goggles Research (SkyNews)...

On today’s condensed, holiday-week episode; Las Vegas weddings could reach a new all-time high this New Year’s Eve – we’ll tell you why and we take a look back at the year of Cool Stuff, the micro naps of Penguins. Plus, this Week in History - we look at one of the oldest sports around, it might surprise you which one it is. Vegas Weddings (AP News) Penguin Naps (AP News) contact us - coolstuffcom...

On today’s condensed Holiday week episode – a closer look at the long-running classic commercials you see each year at this time, and in today’s Cool Stuff lookback we cover what you should be eating to get better sleep. Plus this week in history - we head to the stars. Contact us - coolstuffcommute@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad c...

On today’s episode - Birds drones could become a reality soon and a look back at the transatlantic flight using only sustainable fuel. All that, plus this day in history - We head to the moon. Bird Drones Transatlantic Flight - from the Dec 11th episode contact us - coolstuffcommute@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg...

On today's episode - NASA will have an international astronaut join them on the next lunar landing mission and we look back at Space Lighthouses. Plus, this day in history takes a look back at one of the most successful bands of all time. International Astronaut (AP News) Beatles Record Sales Numbers (Hooks and Harmony) Contact the show - coolstuffcommute@gmail.com   Learn more about your ad choic...

On today's episode, the blinding Christmas light display that has some neighbor's upset and a look back at Cool Stuff that we covered this year. Plus, this day in history looks back at the tradition of Christmas lights. Holiday Light Show (UPI) (NY Times) (ERDAJT Stats) First Light Displays (Library of Congress) Contact the show - coolstuffcommute@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

On today’s episode - Ape memory – it may rival that of humans, the world’s oldest horse saddle is found in Mongolia and dates back millenia, and one parcel delivery service presents a solution to the rise in package theft around the holidays. That, plus this week in history looks back at the invention of an american classic – basketball Ape Memory (John Hopkins University) Package Theft (CBS News)...

On today’s episode –NASA looks to speed up communication in space, Doritos does it again – you’ll never guess what they’ve added nacho cheese flavoring to now, and one of the oldest artificial trees goes for a surprising amount at auction. All that, plus this day in history - we stick with our Christmas theme. Space Lasers (AP News) (Forbes) Doritos Product (Sky News) 103-Year-Old Artificial Tree...

On today’s episode - sled dogs for your mental health, advancements in whale communication that could help us talk with … aliens, and the latest Ray Ban smart glasses feature may have you understanding foreign languages. That, plus this day in history looks at another classic Christmas Story. Sled Dog Therapy (Positive News Network) Talking with Whales (Mashable) Whale Conversing Report Ray Ban Sm...

On today’s episode – why we humans may owe our relatively short lifespan to … the dinosaurs, another overdue book returned after more than five decades, and a Belgian family stumbles upon an ancient artifact from the lost city of Pompei. Plus, this week in history takes a look at a Christmas TV movie classic. Lifespan (Popular Mechanics) Beowulf Returned (UPI) Nancy Drew Returned (UPI) Overdue Boo...

On today’s episode –  the reemergence of a species previously extinct in the wild, you'll never guess where a rare pair of Air Jordans was found, Stranger Things comes to the stage in London, and this Week in History - a look at the most successful movie of all time. Return of the Horned Oryx Air Jordan Donation  "Stranger Things" Play email - coolstuffcommute@gmail.com Learn more about your ad ch...

On today’s episode – a first in the world of renewable energy as Ireland makes history, a pair of tech updates as Snapchat adds while Google removes, also a creative punishment for an angry fast food customer...and no, they won’t be taking on the role of butler. Plus, this day in history looks at a monumental moment in aviation history. Ireland Wind Energy Snapchat AI Snapchat Release Google App R...

On today’s episode – virtual reality is for ALL of us … and that includes rodents., the end of an era for one of the world’s largest video game conferences. Also, the day of the week – you know them, you love (some) of them … but where the heck did those names come from? We’ll fill you in. Plus this day in history - a look at a lesser known founding father. VR for Mice End of E3 E3 Biggest Game An...

On today’s episode; the remarkable recovery of California’s Redwood Trees, the hotel moved with a remarkable amount of soap, and the Doogie House of lawyers – if you don’t get that reference, look it up, plus this day in history with Ol' Blue Eyes. Redwood Recovery Hotel Moved with Soap Teenage Attorney Young Accomplishments email - coolstuffcommute@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...

On today’s episode – the transatlantic flight made using only sustainable fuel, a lost space tomato has been found, and one of nature’s rarest occurrences. Plus, this week in history takes a look at the Mona Lisa. Transatlantic flight  Lost Space Tomato White Leucistic Alligator Mona Lisa Theft Contact us - coolstuffcommute@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices L...

On today’s episode – the space lighthouses that may one day help us reach our destination in space, this year in Tinder statistics – what stands out in the modern dating scene, and a restaurant bill that might have you washing dishes for at least a couple of years. Plus this week in history - discovering life on Earth. Space Lighthouse (Mashable) Year In Swipe (YearinSwipe) QR Bill (NDTV) Contact...

On today's episode - You know of the Leaning Tower of Pisa, but there is another learning tower in Italy that needs repairs. We comver a barrage of wild animal stories. The lucky people who won the lottery twice. Also, this day in history - covering Bob Dylan. Leaning Tower of Bologna - https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/fixing-bolognas-leaning-tower-take-least-10-years-mayor-2023-12-06/ Tree Op...

On today’s episode – A Shipwreck that continues to churn out treasure, the restaurant that offered slaps, and this day in history - we cover an all time TV movie classic.  Shipwreck - https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/treasure-uncovered-in-3-mile-scatter-trail-from-most-famous-shipwreck-the-maravillas/ Nagoya Lady Slap - https://www.ndtv.com/offbeat/viral-video-at-this-japanese-restaurant-people-pay...

On today’s episode; the world’s oldest living land animal celebrates a birthday. Plus, how much trash would you sift through to locate a lost valuable. 'Tis the season for Festivus – we’ll tell you where to send your grievances. That, and a look back at this day in history with the group that bared it all. Oldest Land Animal Lost Valuable Air Your Grievances Contact us at coolstuffcommute@gmail.co...

On today’s episode – We cover the animal that takes four-second micro naps, the pacemaker that can be charged with a heartbeat, and how much your own private island would cost. Plus, today is history takes a look at 1984, the book, not the year. Penguin Naps Recharging Pacemaker Private Island Contact us at coolstuffcommute@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices L...

On today’s episode, the secret to a good night’s sleep could be found in your local produce section. The longevity competition could help us feel 10 years younger. Plus, this week in history.  Produce to help sleep Lifespan Competition Contact the show - coolstuffcommute@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/ad...

On today’s episode scientists have discovered the “perfect” solar system. One of the world's preeminent sports leagues turns to airline pilots for assistance, and there is a new record for the most teeth. Plus, we wrap up the show with this day in history. Perfect Solar System Airline Pilots Help Officials Most Teeth Record Contact the show - coolstuffcommute@gmail.com Learn more about your ad cho...

On today's episode, a nearly extinct animal making a comeback in captivity. We also take a look at the youngest Mensa member. Archeologists make an interesting discovery in Peru. Plus, this week in history. Endangered Rhino Mensa Kid Peru Mummies Contact us - coolstuffcommute@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone....