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In today's action packed episode, we talk all things WWE so get your spandex on and lets go! From the fights, to the costumes, to the crazy characters, delve into a world where the chair is indeed a great weapon option. Article URLs: https://www.wwe.com/classics/history-of-wwe https://www.espn.com/professional-wrestling/story/_/id/39378068/wrestlerank-2024-ranking-best-pro-wrestlers-60-1-wwe-aew-n...

We're ballin' today! Like actually ballin', as in basket balls ya' know? Anyway, today we sink this pod with nothing but net as we discuss women's basketball. We give ourselves three points for this free throw! Article URLs: https://wbhof.com/about/history/ https://www.thoughtco.com/history-of-womens-basketball-in-america-3528489 https://www.cnn.com/2024/04/17/business/caitlin-clark-will-earn-a-us...

We are so excited to bring you an episode on one of the most lovable cats, no girl, no cat girl? Anyway, today is all about Kitty White, I mean Hello Kitty, and her amazing friends (and lawsuits). Join the fun (and scandals) of the cutest cat franchise! Article URLs: https://zenpop.jp/en/blog/post/5231/the-history-of-hello-kitty https://www.britannica.com/topic/Hello-Kitty https://hellokitty.fando...

While we've done an alcohol related pod before this one is more rice than barley, and sometimes even mold! Today we dive into what sake is, how it's made, and what you need to know about how to serve. That's as in serving to guests not a slay. All the same, slay or serve your next sake party by listening to this weeks podcast - pinkies up! Article URLs: https://japansake.or.jp/sake/en/basic/japane...

We are bringing back the solar series today with an episode all about the history of the space shuttle! How have we not covered this before? All we've done is talk your ear off about space with no real way of getting there; ridiculous. Today, we fix that, so strap in and hold on tight - we're headed for the count down to blast off! Article URLs: https://www.nasa.gov/reference/the-space-shuttle htt...

The title doesn't lie, we really did have a whale of a time breaching the topic of our amazing Cetaceans! Learn about all different types of whales from Humpbacks to Orcas and flip for joy as we dive deep in today's episode. Article URLs: https://www.nationalgeographic.com/animals/mammals/facts/whale-facts https://us.whales.org/whales-dolphins/species-guide/ https://www.smithsonianmag.com/science-...

Whether a hard core fan from the 90s or a noob to the tube, today we are talking the history of Japanese Animation! With it's grip on cultures and countries around the world today, this iconic style has been climbing in popularity with full blown apps and streaming services dedicated to the art. From Manga stans to Anime fans, join us in learning all about this awesome obsession! Article URLs: htt...

We'll take one box of each cookie please! Today we talk the history of the girl scouts - don't worry boys we'll have an episode or you too. Get ready for decades of empowering young, female, entrepreneurs! Article URLs: https://www.girlscouts.org https://www.delish.com/food-news/a39368440/9-things-you-didnt-know-about-girl-scout-cookies/ https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/the-largest-environmental-re...

We are going beyond the bog and diving deep into the reeds in today's pod! Today we are "preserving" the history of bogs by telling YOU all about them and definitely NOT discussing anything spooky. Why would it be spooky? It's just a bog...right? Article URLs: https://education.nationalgeographic.org/resource/bog/ https://science.time.com/2013/07/28/the-bodies-in-the-bogs-an-eerie-gift-from-the-ir...

We'll try not to talk at a snails pace but we will be talking about snails in todays pod! Discover the world of these slimy, slithery, shelled friend and why sometimes a little butter and garlic goes a long way...just kidding we aren't eating them I promise. Article URLs: https://www.carnegiemnh.org/science/mollusks/landsnailecology.html https://www.britannica.com/animal/nematode https://www.smith...

We are getting on the right track today with the history of trains! From steam engines to bullet trains, we get to cover them all so mind the crossing guards while we zoom through the station. Article URLs: https://www.volocars.com/blog/complete-history-of-trains http://www.trainhistory.net/train-facts/train-types/ https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/women-get-the-same-exercise-benefits-as-men-but-wit...

Subways, monorails, buses, and planes, todays pod is all about that public transportation; or in some countries, the lack of! We dive into the options available to most places and where and why the lack of such vital resource can cause issues for us modern humans. Hopefully we won't have to hail a cab for this one! Article URLs: https://oxfordre.com/americanhistory/display/10.1093/acrefore/9780199...

We are airborne in today's pod all about the history of airplanes! You've probably heard the basics from your history class but we are taking a nose dive into the nitty gritty of our manmade tubes with wings. Article URLs: https://www.wright-brothers.org/History_Wing/History_of_the_Airplane/History_of_the_Airplane_Intro/History_of_the_Airplane_Intro.htm https://www.grc.nasa.gov/www/k-12/UEET/Stude...

Our world is full of fun guys, I mean FUNGIS! Today we delve into the mysteries of mushrooms, from safe to eat to may don't even look at that one the wrong way. Article URLs: https://www.britannica.com/science/mushroom https://www.pbs.org/food/the-history-kitchen/edible-mushrooms/ https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2023/nov/07/gen-z-interior-tiktok-trends-squiggle-mirror-pastels https://www....

This week, we are diving deep in the deadly sea tube of fear and talk about the history and types of submarines! While absolutely an amazing piece of technology, we can't help but be a little afraid right? Article URLs: https://www.britannica.com/technology/submarine-naval-vessel https://www.history.navy.mil/content/history/museums/nmusn/education/educational-resources/history-of-submarines/submar...

Some of us are looking for love, some of us are looking for a good time, and some of us are just looking...because my goodness there's a lot to look at, good and bad. Join us as we dive into the crazy world of dating apps and maybe grab some useful tidbits before valentines day! Article URLs: https://www.forbes.com/health/dating/best-dating-apps/ https://www.huffpost.com/entry/timeline-online-dati...

Unexpectedly topical, today we are talking about volcanos in the wake of not one but two eruptions that have already occurred prior to this pod going live! Of course volcanos are horrifying and is usually linked to the catastrophie that was Pompeii but volcanos are also a wonder of the world and crazy to capture while spewing how lava and ask hundreds of feet into the air. Try not to erupt with ex...

Its one of the most popular yet expensive new hobbies on the market and we want to talk about it! Time consuming but visually so satisfying, 3D printing is everywhere and people are making some crazy creative things. Today we discuss how it works, what it costs, and how you could get started making anything from flower pots to life-size Pokémon. Article URLs: https://www.hubs.com/guides/3d-printin...

Jenkies, I can't see without my glasses! So we are going to discuss how they helped those of us without 20/20 see the world. Today we talk about the history of glasses and contacts and they're changes as technology advanced for people whose world is a literal blur! Article URLs: https://atlanticeyeinstitute.com/the-history-of-eyeglasses/ https://www.mastereyeassociates.com/contact-lens-history htt...

If you don't know, Blair was an amazing swimmer through her education years and we are stoked to talk about it! Learn about all of the different techniques and drills you need in your swim cap to take on the water while we discuss all things swimming. Article URLs: https://www.britannica.com/sports/swimming-sport https://olympics.com/en/news/the-history-of-olympic-swimming https://www.cdc.gov/heal...

This is almost like the sequal to our podcast about cats but more bark than hiss! Today we are learning the history of the humans' most timeless companion and how they've evolved into all of the amazing breeds across the globe. If you haven't guessed it, today is the dog's day! Article URLs: https://historycooperative.org/the-history-of-dogs/ https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/2023/03/17/how-many...

If you were raised in the 90s to early 2000s you remember the joy (or the unadulterated horror) of watching Christmas claymation movies! Today we discuss what claymation is, the painstakingly difficult process of making one into a movie, and of course, our opinions on the subject: fans or feared? Article URLs: https://animationexplainers.com/clay-animation-history/ https://www.studiobinder.com/blo...

Tis the season for angel imagery but honestly, you can find it pretty much anywhere regardless of the holidays! Today we are talking about what an angel is and what kinds might be out there just in time for the season of celebrations. Oh yeah, and some angels are just wheels with eyes - just a little holiday nightmare fuel! Article URLs: https://www.ancient-origins.net/myths-legends/ancient-angels...

We've all heard the tails of the big-footed terror and seen the grainiest of photos "proving" his existence whether in the red woods of the California forests or climbing the snowy summit of the Himalayas. Today we tell the stories behind these monster legends and discuss our thoughts on what these beasts may be: man made or real creatures on the prowl? Article URLs: https://www.history.com/news/b...

While it's not much of a secret anymore, the World's Largest Cave, Hang Song Doong, is capturing the modern world in wonder! With it's own, seemingly detached ecosystem, separate from our world above, this amazing cave will make you feel like you've stepped into an entirely different world. Today, we are cave explorers! Article URLs: https://oxalisadventure.com/cave/son-doong-cave/ https://www.goo...