The Listening Tube

This  episode explores hot air, how the news of the American Declaration of Independence might have been delivered to the King,  women drivers, and the coolest name for a political party.  The Epilogue points out the socialization of American soccer.  But first, Not the Headlines examines improvements to our bodies and minds.   Comments go here Support the show              Want to be a guest on T...

On this episode, History will explore freedom of the press before the Constitution, an early sign that Hitler was wrong, trusting God, and the redemption of Nelson Mandela.  In The Epilogue, you'll hear about how Hunter Biden may lead to his dad's downfall.  But first, Not the Headlines looks at Artificial Intelligence and the entertainment and news media.   Comments go here Support the...

On this episode, we’ll hear about 18th century rock stardom, infallibility, and a perfect 10.  Not the Headlines explores how more of us are living alone.  In the Epilogue, I'll offer an alternate possibility as to how cocaine ended up in the White House. Comments go here Support the show              Want to be a guest on The Listening Tube? Send Bob Woodley a message on PodMatch, here: http...

On this episode, we'll hear about the man who discovered Oxygen, and why he had to leave England, a power outage that may have sparked Hip Hop, and the fate of the Rainbow Warrior.  The Epilogue examines the restrictions an Alabama judge put on the Biden administration.  But first, Not the Headlines examines the Supreme Court ruling on an issue that's up for debate. Comments go here Supp...

On this episode, Not the Headlines examines a new holiday in New York City and new laws in California.  History touches on a show in the sky, a friendly reunion of enemy soldiers, and sliced bread.  The Epilogue takes a critical look at Affirmative Action. Comments go here Support the show              Want to be a guest on The Listening Tube? Send Bob Woodley a message on PodMatch, here: https://...

In Not the Headlines we hear about a terrorist trial in Russia, a plan to manage plastic, and a new law in Missouri that accomplishes nothing but theater.  Bits of History include Shirley Jackson's The Lottery, great British boxers, the National Organization of Women, and what may or may not be a banner day in gay rights, which is also the theme of the Epilogue.    Comments go here Support th...

In this episode, Not the Headlines looks at UNESCO and an early sign of brain disease.  Some of the history we explore is the evolution of the definition of obscenity, a river that catches on fire, and the Unabomber.  The epilogue makes a comparison based on a quote from Dorothy. Comments go here Support the show              Want to be a guest on The Listening Tube? Send Bob Woodley a message on...

On this episode, we’ll hear about The Taj Mahal, the frenzy for American Independence, banned books, the place where nothing is banned, and more.  Plus, the failure of the media.  But first, Not the Headlines, where we examine how perceptions of politicians are created, and the banning of words by a college professor.  Comments go here Support the show              Want to be a guest on The Listen...

In Not the Headlines, we hear about the Durham Report and a new way to categorize all the different sexual preferences.  The History segment explores gasoline taxes, digestive experiments, and being the brother of a powerful leader, among other things.  The Epilogue tries to answer the question, "What causes that?"  Comments go here Support the show              Want to be a guest on The...

Not the Headlines explores food, how it brings us together, the effect of processed food on our abilities, and the methods we have to cook it.  We go back through The Listening Tube to hear about measuring things, keeping your mouth shut during wartime, and an evil plot.  The epilogue tells a story about gun rights. Comments go here Support the show              Want to be a guest on The Listening...

On this episode, Not the Headlines covers a study of male aggression, and insect repellents.  On this week in history, we'll hear about rock and roll music, forbidden books, the Pentagon Papers and more.  The Epilogue examines the fear caused by our government and people in position of power. Comments go here Support the show              Want to be a guest on The Listening Tube? Send Bob Woo...

Not the Headlines brings us another errant Air National Guardsman, plus the ever-decreasing standards of the U.S. Air Force.  History explores John Wayne's feet, the North Pole, the Old Man of the Mountain  and the Department of Education.  In the epilogue, we hear about the changing media landscape and Unfinished Business.  Comments go here Support the show              Want to be a guest on...

Not the Headlines covers teenage criminals and the cities that don't hold them responsible,  History includes shooting people with guns, and newspapers, among other topics.  The Epilogue examines transgenders in women's sports. Comments go here Support the show              Want to be a guest on The Listening Tube? Send Bob Woodley a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/ho...

Not the Headlines has a follow up to a story from last week.  History includes the first American Embassy, Paul Revere, and exoplanets.  The Epilogue is a look at the latest document breach. Comments go here Support the show              Want to be a guest on The Listening Tube? Send Bob Woodley a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thelisteningtube 

Not the Headlines explores microaggressions and tipping.  History includes a triple murder plot, ping pong diplomacy, and more.  The epilogue is the big story of the week:  Donald Trump's indictments. Comments go here Support the show              Want to be a guest on The Listening Tube? Send Bob Woodley a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thelisteningtube...

Not the Headlines, the last battleship, Three Mile Island, Sovereign Citizens. Comments go here Support the show              Want to be a guest on The Listening Tube? Send Bob Woodley a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thelisteningtube 

Not the Headlines, getting burned at the stake, the Equal Rights Amendment, fascism, and a look at how stories about partisan politics is partisan. Comments go here Support the show              Want to be a guest on The Listening Tube? Send Bob Woodley a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thelisteningtube 

Not the Headlines, Black people joining the Confederate army in the American Civil war, Operation Northwoods, and some guy in Italy who walked around 35,000 years ago.  Plus, an examination of some of the many forms of discipline. Comments go here Support the show              Want to be a guest on The Listening Tube? Send Bob Woodley a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetai...

Not the Headlines, a mutiny that led to freed slaves, the first phone call, killing civilians, and the Barbie Doll!  Plus, an examination of the freedom of speech. Comments go here Support the show              Want to be a guest on The Listening Tube? Send Bob Woodley a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thelisteningtube 

Not the Headlines, witch hunts, United States Census, United States Capitol Attack,  Pisa, and the evolution of money. Comments go here Support the show              Want to be a guest on The Listening Tube? Send Bob Woodley a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thelisteningtube 

Not the Headlines, a listen back to highlights of past episodes in the First Anniversary Special!   Comments go here Support the show              Want to be a guest on The Listening Tube? Send Bob Woodley a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thelisteningtube 

Not the Headlines, the Earth's other moon, court packing and social justice.   Plus, Unfinished Business. Comments go here Support the show              Want to be a guest on The Listening Tube? Send Bob Woodley a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thelisteningtube 

Not the Headlines (China Edition),  new and old Amsterdam,  a story with a surprise ending, a guy with two mountain peaks named after him, and the social rewards of manners.   Comments go here Support the show              Want to be a guest on The Listening Tube? Send Bob Woodley a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thelisteningtube 

Not the Headlines, the first politician to be shot, ghost testimony, the Challenger disaster, and liars in our federal government. Comments go here Support the show              Want to be a guest on The Listening Tube? Send Bob Woodley a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thelisteningtube 

Not the Headlines, a crime that could cost you your penis, the separation of church and state, the first transatlantic radio message and prohibition.  Plus, what kind of change? Comments go here Support the show              Want to be a guest on The Listening Tube? Send Bob Woodley a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thelisteningtube