Wiki University

How did VHS lead to the rise of horror and gore films? Are there any plot holes in the movies Child's Play 3 or Cannibal Holocaust? What do Satanists really believe? Kyle and Jheisson answer these questions and more as they learn about "video nasties" the films of the 1980's that were too obscene for the public, uncover the truth behind the satanic panic, and discuss how hot terrorists are in movi...

It's summer session so we're keeping things light! Why is there a submersible in the Royal Navy named Boaty McBoatface? Why aren't penguins scared of humans? How are killer whales sinking boats off the coast of Portugal? Kyle and Jheisson answer these questions and more as they float across Wikipedia learning about Boaty McBoatface, Pip Squeaks, penguins, killer whales, and the history of Sea Worl...

It's a limited time, special edition episode of Wiki U! When did men start going to baby showers? Were the Middle Ages the worst time to become a mother? Is it tasteless to ask for monetary gifts via Venmo? What are the benefits of talking in the 3rd person?  What NY rapper hit it big before he graduated high school? Kyle and Jheisson answer these questions and more as they bounce their way across...

Some people would call Harry R Truman a legend. Others, like his ex-wife who he tried to drown in a lake would probably say he was a terrible person. Everyone would call him stubborn. In 1980 when Mt. St Helen's showed signs of blowing its top Truman refused to leave the area and instead hunkered down with his sixteen cats. In this episode of Wiki U Kyle and Jheisson learn about his life, the Mt....

Could even a monkey write Romeo and Juliet? Does all Scotch come from Scotland? Was WC Fields a comedic genius, troubled soul, or just terrible person? What's the difference between scotch, whiskey and scotch whiskey? When was whiskey used as currency in the U.S.? Kyle and Jheisson answer these questions and more as they click clack their way across Wikipedia from the Infinite Monkey Theorem to th...

Did Siskel and Ebert revolutionize the way we appreciate movies? What were the first homeless shelters of London like? Is Dave Matthews Band the greatest band of all time? Is Grave Digger his all-time banger? Kyle and Jheisson answer these questions and more as they thumb their way across Wikipedia from Siskel and Ebert to Forbes Magazine. --- Watch Wiki U vids on YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok Ti...

Why were Trapper Keepers so cool? We use petroleum products all the time, but why can we eat some of them? Why should you always wear gloves when you cut chili peppers? Is there another type of pencil other than No. 2? Kyle and Jheisson answer these questions and more as they organize their way across Wikipedia from Hunan Hand Syndrome to Trapper Keepers. ---- Find Wiki U video content on TIkTok,...

Why is recycled restaurant oil so dangerous? Why is is called gutter oil? Is MSG really all that bad for you to eat? Is Chinese restaurant syndrome real or is it just racist? What is the history of dinner? Kyle and Jheisson answer these questions and more as they travel across Wikipedia from the illicit gutter oil trade in China to the tastiest dish on the menu, Peking Duck. Video episodes and sho...

Are you an indoor kid or an outdoor kid? Are parents living with unnecessary fear for their children? What is the opposite of straight edge and how did it get started? Kyle and Jheisson answer these questions and more as they hike their way across Wikipedia from the Washington D.C. punk scene of the 1980's to present day studies that say kids aren't spending enough time outside. Finally they wrap...

Are you and your significant other close enough to flip upside down and race other couples? In this episode Kyle and Jheisson haul their way across wikipedia as they explore the relatively new sport of wife carrying, dabble in slap contests, learn about Swaffelen, the Netherlands word of the year in 2008, before finishing their journey by visiting the Seven Wonders of the World. -- For more Wiki U...

Kyle and Jheisson edge their way across Wikipedia as they research the Stanford Marshmallow Experiment, invest some time in the life of John Bogle inventor of the index fund, discuss mark Twain's impact on comedy, and shake through Wikipedia's list of biggest earthquakes. Will LA ever get to experience the BIG ONE?   Follow @wikiuniversity on TikTok and Instagram and be sure to tell a friend about...

Kyle and Jheisson try to wrap their head around the philosophy of pragmatism, study the phenomenon of animal mobbing, and Jheisson tells a harrowing story about his interaction with a beautiful bulldog in the grocery store.  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wikiuniversity  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmPDDjcbBJfR0s_xJfYCUvw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wikiuniversity/ Mus...

What's a manic pixie dream girl? Have you heard about Sparryon? Why did black people move from the US to Ireland? Kyle and Jheisson answer theses questions and more as they climb into the care package that is Wikipedia and head to the Philippines to peek into the history of Balikbayan boxes, discuss Ronaldo's botched statue, and debate the best way to confront teens. TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com...

Dive down the rabbit hole of Wikipedia and learn about a Japanese soldier in WWII who continued fighting....AN EXTRA 30 YEARS! On this episode Kyle and Jheisson explore the history of a Los Angeles company that became a stalwart of shopping mall food courts, but is their signature drink even good?! Finally we crowed surfed our way into a story about a rocker who saved one of his fans from certain...

Does Brad Pitt even realize he's good looking? On this episode of Wiki U we learn about the actor's unique condition, the seminal DC punk scene of the 1980's, and an aerial collision over the Grand Canyon that changed the aviation industry. Rate, review, and subscribe wherever you listen! TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wikiuniversity  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmPDDjcbBJfR0s_...

Out of all our founding fathers did GW have the best fits? Which country has the best version of a hot pocket? Will we get to meet Dr. Pimple Popper? Kyle and Jheisson answer these questions and more as they explore Wikipedia from the African Pygmies to the Mount Vernon Estate. TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wikiuniversity  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmPDDjcbBJfR0s_xJfYCUvw In...

On this episode of WIki U we dive into the weather event that has smashed the West Coast with torrential rain last week. This isn't the first time it's happened and it's not even the worst. The Great Flood of 1862 brought 45 days of rain and snow and was on of the worst Pineapple Express events California has ever experienced. Also in this episode we find out what Elian Gonzalez has been up to and...

We learned about the Irish potato famine (fun!) and nostalgia. When you think of nostalgia do you think of it as sad or happy?  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wikiuniversity  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmPDDjcbBJfR0s_xJfYCUvw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wikiuniversity/ Music provided by Davey and the Chains

How did Vivian Westwood influence punk culture? What's the best way to clean produce? And what made Virgin Atlantic's uniforms so scandalous? Kyle and Jheisson answer these questions and more as they stitch their way across Wikipedia from Vivian Westwood to nostalgia! TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wikiuniversity  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmPDDjcbBJfR0s_xJfYCUvw Instagram: h...

We learned about bat bombs, a kooky idea explored by the US military industrial complex during WWII. But did it work?! Plus how are we going to solve the world's plastic problem? Could worms and moths be the answer? TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wikiuniversity  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmPDDjcbBJfR0s_xJfYCUvw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wikiuniversity/ Music provid...

What would happen if polar bears and grizzly bears mated? Why is pork the other white meat? Why is spam so popular in Hawaii? Why are junk emails called Spam? Kyle and Jheisson grill their way across Wikipedia as they explore the world of bears and meats! TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wikiuniversity  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmPDDjcbBJfR0s_xJfYCUvw Instagram: https://www.in...

Have you ever wondered why paper cuts hurt so much? Is Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson Canadian? What are the health risks to becoming a blood brother? Kyle and Jheisson answer these questions and more as they slice their way across Wikipedia from paper cuts, through the Wild Samoans, before exploring an earthquake that hit Hayward California in 1868. What a ride! We learned some things while almost lea...

Are you basic? On this day in Basic History Kyle and Jheisson dive down the rabbit hole of Wikipedia to explore all things live, laugh, love, kegels, and the long history of being basic. TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wikiuniversity  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmPDDjcbBJfR0s_xJfYCUvw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wikiuniversity/ Music provided by Davey and the Chains

This week we're digging deep into the archives of Wiki U to dig up all the dirt on the Mummers of Philadelphia as well as a true crime mystery, the Dyatlov Pass incident. Wiki U will be back in class next week with a new episode. TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wikiuniversity  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmPDDjcbBJfR0s_xJfYCUvw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wikiuniversity...

Where Food History Meets Music History and Tech! In this episode of Wiki u, we take you on a riveting journey through time and space, exploring three captivating topics that have shaped our world in unique ways: 1. Unraveling the Hamburger's Tantalizing Tale: Join us as we sink our teeth into the juicy history of the iconic hamburger. Delve deep into the culinary roots of this beloved sandwich and...