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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KKN Episode 200: All About Us! 10.06.2022 36:15

In our 200th (whaaaaaat) episode, we're skipping the news to talk about our podcast and... well, us! We realized we've never really talked about how or why we started this podcast, and we rarely talk about ourselves. So we're fixing that! New episodes of Knick Knack News are released every Friday. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and more! Follow us on Twitter at @KnickKnackN...

KKN Episode 199: The World's Biggest Plant 03.06.2022 20:24

In this week's episode, we talk about giant grass, terrestrial invertebrates, 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 198: A Volcano Full of Sharks 27.05.2022 18:33

In this week's episode, we talk about volcanic sharks, wet film, 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 197: We're Back, Baby! 20.05.2022 21:16

Knick Knack News is back! In this week's episode, we talk about live sporting events, night solar, novel jobs, and more! For the time being, we're trying a shorter format to keep recording manageable, and might play around with it while we get comfortable getting back into our regular schedule. New episodes of Knick Knack News are released every Friday. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts...

KKN Minisode 13: Guinness World Records 13.05.2022 15:42

In this week's minisode, we're talking about... Guinness world records! 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 . Links for this...

KKN Minisode 12: Amber 06.05.2022 9:50

In this week's minisode, we're talking about... amber! 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 . Links for this week's topic: ht...

KKN Minisode 11: Meteors 29.04.2022 11:08

In this week's minisode, we're talking about... meteors! 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 . Links for this week's topic:...

KKN Minisode 10: Snakes 22.04.2022 16:29

In this week's minisode, we're talking about... snakes! 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 . Links for this week's topic: h...

KKN Minisode 9: LEGO 15.04.2022 15:19

In this week's minisode, we're talking about... LEGO! 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 . Link for this week's topic: http...

KKN Minisode 8: Chess Boxing 08.04.2022 8:01

In this week's minisode, we're talking about... chess boxing! 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 . Links for this week's to...

KKN Minisode 7: Plant-Based Meat 01.04.2022 10:36

In this week's minisode, we're talking about... plant-based meat! 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 . Link for this week's...

KKN Minisode 6: Pillow Fighting 25.03.2022 7:09

In this week's minisode, we're talking about... professional pillow fighting! 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 . Links fo...

KKN Minisode 5: Emoji 18.03.2022 15:21

In this week's minisode, we're talking about... emoji! 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 . Links for this week's topic: ht...

KKN Minisode 4: Plastic-Eating Bacteria 11.03.2022 9:42

In this week's minisode, we're talking about... plastic-eating bacteria! 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 . Links for thi...

KKN Minisode 3: James Webb Space Telescope 04.03.2022 9:32

In this week's minisode, we're talking about... the James Webb Space Telescope! 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 . Links...

KKN Minisode 2: Aviation Tech 25.02.2022 11:28

In this week's minisode, we're talking about... new aviation technology! 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 . Links for thi...

KKN Minisode 1: Product Recalls 18.02.2022 13:47

In this week's minisode, we're talking about... product recalls! 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 . Links for this week's...

KKN Minisodes: Special Announcement 11.02.2022 0:25

We have a special announcement this week: Alex had a baby! While she's on maternity leave, each week we'll be releasing a miniature episode (minisode!) that we recorded ahead of time, featuring deep dives into topics we've talked about on the podcast in the past. The minisodes will start next week! New episodes of Knick Knack News are released every Friday. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podc...

KKN Episode 196: Baja Blast, Wordle, Wireless 04.02.2022 32:38

In this week's episode, we talk about alcoholic Dew, guessing games, electric roads, and much 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...

KKN Episode 195: Wheeze-Honk, Mekong, Steller 28.01.2022 34:56

In this week's episode, we talk about hippo calls, animal discovery, rare eagles, and much 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...

KKN Episode 194: Blender, Sawdust, Entangle 21.01.2022 36:24

In this week's episode, we talk about cat standoffs, woody disinfectant, quantum tardigrades, and much 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 193: Bird Music, Confetti, Laughter 14.01.2022 29:59

In this week's episode, we talk about disappearing songs, cookie birthdays, funny rats, and much 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://...

KKN Episode 192: Tracker, Zein, Bulbs 07.01.2022 35:28

In this week's episode, we talk about following telescopes, killer packaging, sleep lights, and much 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 htt...

KKN Episode 191: Flavors, LEGOs, Websites 31.12.2021 32:53

In this week's episode, we talk about tasty screens, plastic investments, warring websites, and much 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 htt...

KKN Episode 190: It's a Knick Knack Christmas! Once More! 24.12.2021 39:10

In this week's extra special Christmas episode, we talk about Christmas snakes, Christmas squirrels, Christmas deer, and much 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/knickknackne...