In this episode, we explore why we can’t remember being a baby. And if we could, would we really want to? Also - learn the origin of the Popsicle®. Hear how one kid’s accident turned into a frozen treat empire. Plus - we explore humanity's weird fascination with acronyms. When did every conversation turn into a high-speed game of Scrabble? Join host Rick Peterson as he answers more of the questions you’ve Always Wondered about.Read more
Always Wondered
A podcast that takes a lighthearted look at everyday life’s little mysteries. Have you always wondered who came up with the idea for mouthwash? Who invented the Slinky? Why do we bless someone whenever they sneeze? How come there are dimples on a golf ball? Or what is the origin of the phrase “heard it through the grapevine”? These are the sort of questions that stir our curiosity, and the answers may just surprise you. Join host Rick Peterson every week for a look at some things you’ve Always Wondered about!
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Always Wondered - What is the True Story of the Popsicle? -
Always Wondered - Episode 61 PreviewIn this upcoming episode, we explore why we can’t remember being a baby. And if we could, would we really want to? Also - learn the origin of the Popsicle. Hear how one kid’s accident turned into a frozen treat empire. Plus - we explore humanity's weird fascination with acronyms. When did every conversation turn into a high-speed game of Scrabble? Join host Rick Peterson as he answers more of the questions you’ve Always Wondered about. Read more
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Always Wondered - Why Do We Say “Hello” and “Goodbye?"In this episode, learn how the telephone helped turn “Hello” into the world’s official awkward conversation starter. It’s the surprisingly strange origins of both “Hello” and “Goodbye.” Also, we dive into movie sound effects. Hear how Hollywood has basically been lying to us for years! Plus - who invented the bed? And how did we go from sleeping on dirt to mattresses with Wi-Fi? Join host Rick Peterson as he answers more of the questions you’ve Always Wondered about. Read more
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Always Wondered - Episode 60 PreviewIn this upcoming episode, learn how the telephone helped turn “Hello” into the world’s official awkward conversation starter. It’s the surprisingly strange origins of both “Hello” and “Goodbye.” Also, we dive into movie sound effects. Hear how Hollywood has basically been lying to us for years! Plus - who invented the bed? And how did we go from sleeping on dirt to mattresses with Wi-Fi? Join host Rick Peterson as he answers more of the questions you’ve Always Wondered about. Read more
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Always Wondered - The Weird Origin of “Okay”In this episode, learn how some 19th-century hipsters gave us the most widely used word on the planet. It’s the weird origin of “okay”. Also, you may think football and hockey are brutal, but wait till you hear the story of how Americans once played polo…with cars! Plus, we tackle the reason behind your mouth’s biggest betrayal. Discover why orange juice tastes so bad after brushing your teeth! Join host Rick Peterson as he answers more of the questions you’ve Always Wondered about. Read more
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