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Send us Fan Mail What happens when a child slowly turns away from a parent they once loved—and no one can quite explain why? In this deeply human and emotionally grounded episode, we explore parental alienation —a complex and often misunderstood family dynamic that can arise during separation, divorce, or high-conflict custody disputes. Through storytelling, psychological insight, and careful nuan...

Send us Fan Mail On a humid May day in Charleston, as church bells marked the passing hours and tension filled the State House, South Carolina stood at a crossroads. Merchants, planters, and farmers waited anxiously as delegates debated a single question: should the state ratify the new U.S. Constitution—or risk standing apart from a fragile union? On May 23, 1788, by a divided vote, South Carolin...

Send us Fan Mail In the early 1930s, crowds gathered on a British beach to watch a bizarre machine roll past—a giant wheel with a man riding inside it. This was the Dynasphere, a radical experiment by inventor Dr. J.A. Purves, who believed the future of transportation didn’t need four wheels, a chassis, or even a traditional steering wheel. Driven from the inside, the Dynasphere promised simplicit...

Send us Fan Mail “What if your body couldn’t absorb the food you eat — not because of what you eat, but because you’re missing most of your intestines?” Short Bowel Syndrome, or SBS, is one of the rarest and most challenging medical conditions in the world — a condition that forces the human body to survive with only a fraction of the intestine it was meant to have. It’s a disorder where science,...

Send us Fan Mail Every day, billions of people sit on a toilet.  But have you ever wondered… who actually invented it? And why does this life-saving invention come wrapped in embarrassment, taboo, and a whole lot of awkward silence? In this episode, we pull the lid off one of humanity’s most essential — and least discussed — technologies. From ancient clay seats in Mesopotamia to the high-tech, mu...

Send us Fan Mail The Interstellar Comet That’s Rewriting the Rules Astronomers have spotted a rare cosmic visitor: 3I/ATLAS , only the third confirmed object ever seen entering our solar system from another star . Following the mysteries of ʻOumuamua and the revelations of 2I/Borisov, this new interstellar comet is unlike anything seen before—moving on a one-way path, activating far from the Sun,...

Send us Fan Mail Every December, a familiar figure appears on billboards, in movies, at parades, and in the imaginations of millions: Santa Claus.  But behind the red suit, flying sleigh, and jingling bells lies a story far older—and far more fascinating—than most people realize. In this deep-dive episode, we travel back over 1,700 years to uncover the real man who started it all: Saint Nicholas ,...

Send us Fan Mail  Every Christmas Eve, kids across America leave out milk and cookies for Santa — but why that snack? In this festive mini-episode, William explores the surprising history behind the tradition, from ancient Norse offerings to Odin’s eight-legged horse, to European St. Nicholas customs, to Great Depression lessons in generosity — all the way to Coca-Cola’s iconic Santa and the postw...

Send us Fan Mail It was Christmas Eve, 1945, when a quiet Appalachian town awoke to a tragedy that would become one of the most haunting mysteries in American history. The Sodder family home in Fayetteville, West Virginia, went up in flames just after 1 a.m. George and Jennie Sodder escaped with four of their ten children—but five never made it out. Authorities declared them dead.  The Sodders ins...

Send us Fan Mail This episode idea came from a listener who asked to remain anonymous — and we can absolutely do that. Thank you for the fantastic suggestion, and keep listening! You, too, can send us a show topic anytime by email, Facebook, or text using the links in the show notes. In this nostalgic deep dive, we take a journey through the weird, wonderful, and once–beloved Christmas toys that c...

Send us Fan Mail Picture it: a tiny pair of baby shoes, scuffed and soft from those first wobbly steps — now gleaming, frozen forever in bronze. By the late 1960s, this shimmering symbol of love had gone do-it-yourself . Craft stores and catalogs promised that “Any Mother Can Bronze!” — offering mail-order kits that let parents turn their child’s first shoes into metallic keepsakes right at home....

Send us Fan Mail Today on Info On The Go , we’re unwrapping the story behind this shiny tradition — how it began, what it meant, and what it reveals about memory, motherhood, and the power of nostalgia. From chemistry labs to living rooms, this episode traces how one woman’s home experiment became a national phenomenon, blending science, sentiment, and the longing to stop time itself. Preview: We’...

Send us Fan Mail Time travel — it’s been a dream, a nightmare, and a Hollywood blockbuster. But is it just science fiction, or could there be a grain of truth hidden in physics? From Einstein’s relativity to quantum weirdness, this episode of A Dash of Info unpacks the real science behind one of humanity’s wildest ideas: traveling through time. We’ll explore how astronauts aboard the International...

Send us Fan Mail Every holiday season, the rumor returns: “Coca-Cola invented the modern Santa Claus.” In this episode, we untangle one of Christmas’s most enduring myths. We explore what Santa looked like before Coca-Cola — from European folklore to Thomas Nast’s 19th-century illustrations — and then reveal how Coca-Cola’s 1930s ad campaign transformed Santa into the warm, rosy-cheeked figure we...

Send us Fan Mail  From the lab to the limelight, GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy are transforming how we understand appetite, metabolism, and health. In this two-part Info On The Go series, we uncover the science behind this remarkable gut hormone — from its surprising origins in a desert lizard’s saliva to its role in the global weight loss revolution — and explore how it’s changing medicine,...

Send us Fan Mail A single discovery in 1921 saved millions of lives, yet a century later, insulin — the hormone that turned diabetes from a death sentence into a manageable condition — remains out of reach for many. In this episode of Info On The Go , we explore the extraordinary story of insulin: from ancient descriptions of “sweet urine” in Egypt and India to the groundbreaking experiments in a...

Send us Fan Mail  Remember when a plate of wings actually felt satisfying? Something’s changed — and it’s not just your imagination. In this Info On The Go mini-episode, we explore why chicken wings seem smaller than they used to, from modern farming and global exports to restaurant economics and inflation. It’s a surprising look at how one humble bar snack reflects big changes in our food system....

Send us Fan Mail Nothing says Thanksgiving like turkey, stuffing—and something warm to drink. From colonial cider simmering by the fire to the modern pumpkin spice latte craze, warm beverages have always been at the heart of America’s harvest celebrations. In this episode, we trace the steamy, spiced history of Thanksgiving drinks—from hard cider and hot buttered rum to eggnog, cocoa, and today’s...

Send us Fan Mail Special Thanksgiving Day Episode: “Thanksgiving and How a Feast Became a Nation’s Holiday” Every November, millions of Americans gather for turkey, stuffing, and pie—but how did one meal become a national tradition? In this special Thanksgiving episode of Info On The Go , William and Kat trace the remarkable 300-year journey from the 1621 harvest feast to Lincoln’s wartime proclam...

Send us Fan Mail Every time you pick up a food package, you’re met with a wall of information — calories, serving sizes, “fat-free,” “natural,” “organic,” and more. But what does it all really mean? In this episode of Info On The Go , we break down the fine print behind your food. We’ll uncover why U.S. nutrition labels are based on a 2,000-calorie diet — and why that number doesn’t fit everyone....

Send us Fan Mail Imagine it’s a chilly evening—you wrap your hands around a steaming mug. Maybe it’s hot chocolate, spiced cider, or a rich mulled wine. For centuries, people around the world have warmed up with drinks that tell stories of trade, tradition, and togetherness. In this cozy episode of Info On The Go , we take a flavorful journey through time—exploring the history and cultural roots o...

Send us Fan Mail Imagine a worldwide treasure hunt where GPS is your map and hidden caches are your prizes. That’s geocaching — a modern adventure that fuses technology, curiosity, and the timeless thrill of discovery. In this episode of Info On The Go , we trace geocaching’s journey from its roots in 19th-century letterboxing to its digital-era explosion following the dawn of GPS technology. You’...

Send us Fan Mail Windmills, neon castles, and tiny bridges — miniature golf is more than a roadside attraction. From 19th-century garden games to glow-in-the-dark urban courses, the story of mini-golf is one of creativity, competition, and cultural evolution. In this episode of Info On The Go , William and Kat trace the quirky, colorful journey of miniature golf — and how one North Carolina invent...

Send us Fan Mail “Knock on wood — we all say it, but have you ever wondered why?” It’s one of those small, everyday rituals we do without thinking. You say something good — “I haven’t gotten sick all year!” — and instinctively tap the nearest wooden surface to keep your luck intact. But why wood? And where did this superstition even begin? In this episode of Info On The Go , we trace the origins o...

Send us Fan Mail  Thanksgiving is all about turkey, stuffing… and those irresistible desserts that often steal the show. Sure, pumpkin pie reigns supreme—but there’s a whole world of sweet traditions behind the holiday table.  In this episode of Info On The Go , we’re tracing the strange, surprising evolution of Thanksgiving desserts—from the resourceful puddings and savory pumpkin pies of the col...