Question of the Day

What does a herpetologist do, and why? Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they explore the life of people who study reptiles and amphibians. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Franz Kafka's writing was influenced by the turmoil of the early 20th century. In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika dive into what makes Kafka's works feel like timeless stories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You may know about Mount Everest and K2, but do you know about the highest mountain *outside* of Asia? Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they discuss all you need to know about Mount Aconcagua. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fewer than 50 years ago, canola oil wasn't a thing. In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika give us the history behind this popular ingredient. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

While it usually goes away after brushing, sometimes bad breath can be a sign of something more serious. Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they explain what can cause halitosis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Known to English speakers as Lake Geneva, Lac Léman is an incredibly beautiful place. Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they describe the scenery, food, and music found in the region. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What makes the Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy so popular? In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika take us on Douglas Adams' comedic sci-fi adventure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What makes the Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy so popular? In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika take us on Douglas Adams' comedic sci-fi adventure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What's the most expensive spice in the world? In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika take us on a discovery of saffron. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Think you know about giraffes? In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika discuss all the cool facts about the tallest mammal in the world. (And be sure to stick around for one of Tamika's jokes!) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika take us back to science class, with easy-to-understand explanations of mass, weight, and gravity, and what it all means in outer space. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There are all sorts of medical terms for sensations we experience when we eat. Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they explore complicated phrases for runny noses, brain freeze, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pack your (virtual) bags, because we're going on a journey to the UK today! With Murray and Tamika as your tour guides, you'll get a fun overview of the highlights. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

True story: Jonathan Swift saved Murray's life. Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they discuss the author's brilliance and his timeless novel Gulliver's Travels. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Did you know mountains can affect how clouds form, changing the surrounding landscape? In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika explain the rain shadow effect. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Did you know the Mona Lisa wasn't always world-famous? In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika explore the history of the Mona Lisa heist of 1911, which led to the painting's popularity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The colors and shapes of street signs have changed over the years. In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika give us the history behind stop signs and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Congo River is massive. In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika take us on a journey along the deepest river in the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What's the story behind To Kill a Mockingbird? Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they discuss Harper Lee's classic novel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Remember The Yellow Pages and The White Pages? In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika take us back in time to tell the story of the first-ever telephone directory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The 1982 deadly conflict in the Falkland Islands actually started 200 years ago. In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika dive into the history for us and explain what the undeclared war was all about. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's been 8 years since NASA's Mars Curiosity Rover celebrated its first birthday on Mars. Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they discuss this $2 billion space vehicle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Did you know Murray once worked with the circus? In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika discuss life with wire walkers, clowns, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An ogre with a Scottish accent, a talking donkey, and jokes for adults? Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they discuss the award-winning animated film Shrek. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Who were the Beatles before they were, well, the Beatles? Washington, DC-based composer and Beatles scholar Joel Phillip Friedman joins Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast to tell us more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.