Knick Knack News

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Want to know who won the airplane interior design awards last week? Curious about how tardigrades can survive in space? Want to know what bears have been up to lately? We have all the details! We are Alex and Anthony - two engineers who back in 2018 realized something was missing. Headline news was hitting us over the head with political stories over and over again, and while we wanted to stay informed, we felt the news was overwhelming. We couldn’t find a news podcast that fit what we were looking for, so we started our own. Knick Knack News is a news podcast for millennials who want to keep...

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Reddit goes DARK, plus LEGO witches, hours of dancing, and beach bears 16.06.2023 21:09

In this week's episode, we talk about Hocus Pocus LEGOs, a 127 hour dance marathon, bears on the beach, and a Reddit revolt! New episodes of Knick Knack News are released every Friday. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and more! Follow us on Twitter at @KnickKnackNews , Facebook at https://facebook.com/KnickKnackNews , Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/knickknacknews , an...

KKN Episode 249: Mosquito repellent, Barbie pink, space solar, vegan Taco Bell 09.06.2023 18:27

In this week's episode, we talk about super effective spray, a pink shortage, solar energy from space, and plant-based Crunchwraps! New episodes of Knick Knack News are released every Friday. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and more! Follow us on Twitter at @KnickKnackNews , Facebook at https://facebook.com/KnickKnackNews , Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/knickknackne...

KKN Episode 248: Spider venom, wheelie bin, Pando sounds, energy from air 02.06.2023 20:49

In this week's episode, we talk about changing toxins, speeding garbage, tree noise, and humid energy! New episodes of Knick Knack News are released every Friday. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and more! Follow us on Twitter at @KnickKnackNews , Facebook at https://facebook.com/KnickKnackNews , Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/knickknacknews , and buy merch at http://...

KKN Episode 247: Seven Wonders record, brain implant, left sounds, generative Photoshop 26.05.2023 25:02

In this week's episode, we talk about wonderful travel, treating paralysis, sounds from the left, and automatic Photoshop! New episodes of Knick Knack News are released every Friday. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and more! Follow us on Twitter at @KnickKnackNews , Facebook at https://facebook.com/KnickKnackNews , Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/knickknacknews , and...

KKN Episode 246: Wienermobile, underwater record, flavored ketchup, driving dog 19.05.2023 17:41

In this week's episode, we talk about the newly dubbed Frankmobile, living in the sea, "enhanced" sauces, and driving dogs! New episodes of Knick Knack News are released every Friday. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and more! Follow us on Twitter at @KnickKnackNews , Facebook at https://facebook.com/KnickKnackNews , Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/knickknacknews , and...

KKN Episode 245: Bumblebee cake pops, New Jersey meteorite, Zillennials, Wendy's AI 12.05.2023 20:51

In this week's episode, we talk about confusing cake pops, home-invading meteorites, a new generation, and artificial fast food intelligence! New episodes of Knick Knack News are released every Friday. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and more! Follow us on Twitter at @KnickKnackNews , Facebook at https://facebook.com/KnickKnackNews , Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/kn...

KKN Episode 244: Cat tracker, Zoom parrots, plesiosaur meal, world's oldest tree 28.04.2023 19:05

In this week's episode, we talk about tracking your cat, parrots on Zoom, plesiosaur food, and the oldest tree in the world! New episodes of Knick Knack News are released every Friday. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and more! Follow us on Twitter at @KnickKnackNews , Facebook at https://facebook.com/KnickKnackNews , Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/knickknacknews , an...

KKN Episode 243: Plastic-eating fungus, square wheel bicycle, wholesome eagle, soda bear 21.04.2023 19:20

In this week's episode, we talk about hungry fungus, square wheels, an eagle caretaker, and thirsty bears! New episodes of Knick Knack News are released every Friday. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and more! Follow us on Twitter at @KnickKnackNews , Facebook at https://facebook.com/KnickKnackNews , Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/knickknacknews , and buy merch at htt...

KKN Episode 242: Webb supernova, Korean Ferris wheel, hot dog wedding, misophonia 14.04.2023 26:42

In this week's episode, we talk about pretty explosions, giant wheels, wiener weddings, and chewing sounds! New episodes of Knick Knack News are released every Friday. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and more! Follow us on Twitter at @KnickKnackNews , Facebook at https://facebook.com/KnickKnackNews , Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/knickknacknews , and buy merch at ht...

KKN Episode 241: Ocean garbage, cartwheeling snakes, liquid on planes, dinosaur lips 08.04.2023 24:23

In this week's episode, we talk about ocean plastic, cartwheeling snakes, airport security, and dinosaur kisses! New episodes of Knick Knack News are released every Friday. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and more! Follow us on Twitter at @KnickKnackNews , Facebook at https://facebook.com/KnickKnackNews , Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/knickknacknews , and buy merch...

KKN Episode 240: Mammoth meatballs, OTC Naloxone, new Emoji, Asiatic cheetahs 31.03.2023 17:52

In this week's episode, we talk about weird meatballs, life-saving drugs, pink hearts, and Asian big cats! New episodes of Knick Knack News are released every Friday. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and more! Follow us on Twitter at @KnickKnackNews , Facebook at https://facebook.com/KnickKnackNews , Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/knickknacknews , and buy merch at htt...

KKN Episode 239: Anxiety blood test, Apple Music Classical, new Taco Bell, close asteroid 17.03.2023 19:34

In this week's episode, we talk about bloodborne anxiety, classical streaming, new Taco Bell, and an asteroid heading for us! New episodes of Knick Knack News are released every Friday. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and more! Follow us on Twitter at @KnickKnackNews , Facebook at https://facebook.com/KnickKnackNews , Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/knickknacknews , a...

KKN Episode 238: Frozen bear, Florida alligator attack, ranch ice cream, & CO2 baking soda 10.03.2023 20:11

In this week's episode, we talk about dissecting a fully-preserved permafrost bear, a rude alligator neighbor, condiments as ice cream, and dumping baking soda in the sea! New episodes of Knick Knack News are released every Friday. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and more! Follow us on Twitter at @KnickKnackNews , Facebook at https://facebook.com/KnickKnackNews , Instagram a...

KKN Episode 237: Doubling Down on KFC 03.03.2023 19:35

In this week's episode, we talk about new words, double chicken, solar canals, and the origins of life! New episodes of Knick Knack News are released every Friday. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and more! Follow us on Twitter at @KnickKnackNews , Facebook at https://facebook.com/KnickKnackNews , Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/knickknacknews , and buy merch at http:/...

KKN Episode 236: Meteors are Bigger in Texas 24.02.2023 21:26

In this week's episode, we talk about galaxies that break our understanding of the cosmos, taking balloons to space, and the oiliest coffee. Plus Marc sent us a story about a big meteor crashing into a big state! New episodes of Knick Knack News are released every Friday. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and more! Follow us on Twitter at @KnickKnackNews , Facebook at https://...

KKN Episode 235: Putting Internet Explorer Out to Pasture 17.02.2023 18:12

In this week's episode, we talk about birds coming back, browsers going away, and more! New episodes of Knick Knack News are released every Friday. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and more! Follow us on Twitter at @KnickKnackNews , Facebook at https://facebook.com/KnickKnackNews , Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/knickknacknews , and buy merch at http://bit.ly/KKNshop...

KKN Episode 234: Shpreading Shrooms 10.02.2023 22:59

In this week's episode, we talk about deadly mushrooms, kid geniuses, and more! New episodes of Knick Knack News are released every Friday. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and more! Follow us on Twitter at @KnickKnackNews , Facebook at https://facebook.com/KnickKnackNews , Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/knickknacknews , and buy merch at http://bit.ly/KKNshop . Anthon...

KKN Episode 233: Dodo a Go-Go 03.02.2023 21:47

In this week's episode, we talk about undoing extinction, liquid robots, and more! New episodes of Knick Knack News are released every Friday. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and more! Follow us on Twitter at @KnickKnackNews , Facebook at https://facebook.com/KnickKnackNews , Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/knickknacknews , and buy merch at http://bit.ly/KKNshop . Ale...

KKN Episode 232: Mars Bears All 27.01.2023 19:47

In this week's episode, we talk about space bears, forced staring, and more! New episodes of Knick Knack News are released every Friday. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and more! Follow us on Twitter at @KnickKnackNews , Facebook at https://facebook.com/KnickKnackNews , Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/knickknacknews , and buy merch at http://bit.ly/KKNshop . Anthony's...

KKN Episode 231: Ow, My Procrastination 20.01.2023 23:46

In this week's episode, we talk about putting things off, Baja sauce, and more! New episodes of Knick Knack News are released every Friday. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and more! Follow us on Twitter at @KnickKnackNews , Facebook at https://facebook.com/KnickKnackNews , Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/knickknacknews , and buy merch at http://bit.ly/KKNshop . Alex's...

KKN Episode 230: Little Lizard in the Big City 13.01.2023 25:30

In this week's episode, we talk about city lizards, fingertip pressure, and more! New episodes of Knick Knack News are released every Friday. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and more! Follow us on Twitter at @KnickKnackNews , Facebook at https://facebook.com/KnickKnackNews , Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/knickknacknews , and buy merch at http://bit.ly/KKNshop . Anth...

KKN Episode 229: Our Live* Coverage of CES 2023! 06.01.2023 29:59

In this week's episode, we talk about accessible gaming, bendable laptops, and more! New episodes of Knick Knack News are released every Friday. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and more! Follow us on Twitter at @KnickKnackNews , Facebook at https://facebook.com/KnickKnackNews , Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/knickknacknews , and buy merch at http://bit.ly/KKNshop . A...

KKN Episode 228: Waving at an Asteroid 30.12.2022 33:17

In this week's episode, we talk about radio waves, year records, and more! New episodes of Knick Knack News are released every Friday. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and more! Follow us on Twitter at @KnickKnackNews , Facebook at https://facebook.com/KnickKnackNews , Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/knickknacknews , and buy merch at http://bit.ly/KKNshop . Anthony's S...

KKN Episode 227: Deck the Halls with Knick Knack News 25.12.2022 21:10

In this week's special Christmas episode, we talk about bad Santas, tracking Santa, skiing Santas, and more! New episodes of Knick Knack News are released every Friday. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and more! Follow us on Twitter at @KnickKnackNews , Facebook at https://facebook.com/KnickKnackNews , Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/knickknacknews , and buy merch at h...

KKN Episode 226: Nuclear Confusion 16.12.2022 24:57

In this week's episode, we talk about big energy, awkward auctions, and more! New episodes of Knick Knack News are released every Friday. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and more! Follow us on Twitter at @KnickKnackNews , Facebook at https://facebook.com/KnickKnackNews , Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/knickknacknews , and buy merch at http://bit.ly/KKNshop . Anthony'...