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Sing along with us: "Sock it to me, Sock it to me, Sock it to me, Sock it to me..." Join Murray and Tamika in today's Flashcast as they trace the journey of Aretha Franklin, from the Gospel Caravan Tour, to jazz with Columbia Records, and ultimately to popular hits with Atlantic Records. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Who lives in the coldest and driest place on Earth? In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika explore Antarctica and discover the Antarctic Treaty System, animals, a documentary, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How does a snail get its shell? What's the difference between a snail and a slug? What's a conch? In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika dive into these questions and explore the slimy world of snails. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When considering the cuisine of Mexico, tacos might come to mind, but there's so much more to enjoy. In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika discuss the national dish of mole poblano and why chefs can take a half day in the kitchen to make an exceptional batch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Many of the stories from Greek mythology have their foundation in real-life events. Join Murray and Tamika in today's Flashcast as they dive into the story of King Minos, the island of Crete, Theseus, and that terrifying creature at the center of the Labyrinth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the early 1940s, the United States Marine Corps began recruiting members of the Navajo Nation to develop a secret code within their language. Join Murray and Tamika in today's Flashcast as they discuss this fascinating piece of history. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You may know that the Earth tilts on its axis, but do you know why? In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika discuss the largest fender-bender in history, what an ecological anthropologist does, and what our planet would look like if it had no tilt. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What's the difference between a harpsichord, a fortepiano, and a piano? In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika discuss the contrasts between plucking and striking a string, and how this affected what composers like Bach and Beethoven created. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In 1994, Canada’s Parliament passed the National Sports of Canada Act, declaring an official national sport for winter, and another for summer. Can you guess what they are? Join Murray and Tamika today as they discuss the two and what makes them so Canadian. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Did you know the eyes of an owl are not like the eyes of other animals? In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika take flight in their discussion about owls, including how they see, what they eat, who thinks they're wise and who doesn't, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Most people know Theodor "Ted" Geisel as the children's author Dr. Seuss, but he had a fascinating and varied career. In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika discuss his Academy Award-winning war documentary, his Pulitzer Prize, and the story about how he adopted his famous pen name. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Long before ancient Rome, Sumerians and others who lived in Mesopotamia were advancing civilization in new ways. In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika explore how much of what we consider to be cornerstones of a civilization -- written language, governance, architecture -- is due to communities from what is now known as the Middle East. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information...

What do dinosaurs and birds have in common? Apparently a lot. In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika explore why many scientists have made the connection between dinosaurs and our feathered friends of today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Who was the real hero of the Battle of Waterloo? In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika discuss the controversy over what actually happened and why history sometimes remembers the story a little differently. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There is so much to discuss on the topic of Elvis Presley, so we decided to start at the beginning. Join Murray and Tamika in today's Flashcast as they outline how The King of Rock 'n Roll got his start as a youngin' in Tupelo and Memphis. (Bonus: You haven't lived until you've heard Tamika's Elvis impersonation.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feeling some anxiety about certain aspects of life is normal, but having a phobia takes that anxiety and fear to an entirely different level. In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika discuss astraphobia - an extreme fear of thunder and lightning - and what it's like to have a phobia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Arctic region is warming faster than anywhere else in the world. In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika dive into how climate change is affecting the Arctic Ocean, the animals that live there, and the countries with access to it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

While most flowers have a reputation for producing a nice fragrance, the stench of the world's largest bloom can make you nauseous. In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika discuss the Rafflesia arnoldii, also known as the corpse lily. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You've heard the sentence before - "I think, therefore I am" - but who said it and why? Join Murray and Tamika in today's Flashcast as they outline how Rene Descartes influenced the fields of mathematics, science, and philosophy. (Bonus: we include a philosophy joke!) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Coming out of South Korea, the musical genre known as K-pop is now a worldwide phenomenon. In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika discuss what K-pop is all about, why it can be controversial, and who some of the major artists are. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"Oui oui, mon ami, je m'appelle Lafayette!" For a couple centuries, the United States has enjoyed a special relationship with France, thanks in part to the Marquis de Lafayette. In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika discuss the French aristocrat who loved democracy so much that he served in both the American and French Revolutions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What does the moray eel have in common with the creature from the Alien movies? In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika ponder what it's like to have two sets of jaws and why this can help an animal with its digestion. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"Look, ma! No hands!" Join Murray and Tamika today as they dive into the history of the bicycle, from bone shakers and penny-farthings, to gear work, safety bicycles, and training wheels. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How exactly did the internet come about? In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika trace the history of the "intergalactic network of computers," the worldwide web, the internet, the online universe, and, well, cat videos. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Surrounded by France and the Mediterranean Sea, the micro-state of Monaco is a fascinating place. Join Murray and Tamika in today's Flashcast as they explore this tiny country and why it's often considered a playground for the rich and famous. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.