It's very hot outside - stay inside and listen to us instead! This week, Jane shares the story of racehorse Secretariat (and some Seabiscuit facts). Sarah explains why you should absolutely be wearing sunscreen all the time! --- Support this podcast: h

Your weekly reminder that there are many things in the sea that can kill you, so swim with caution this summer, folks! Jane shares facts about some of Australia's most unique, and deadly, wildlife. Sarah explains the history of Hart Island and its signifi

Jane makes many bad rune puns in this. You have been warned! This week, Jane further explains who Madame Tussaud was (but there is the devastating absence of any heads in jars). Sarah explains where runes came from and their uses. We also discuss the Tuls

I guess this week we went for a street sign theme? Jane explains the development of Sesame Street. Sarah shares the history of traffic laws in the United States. Plus, a big chat about grief and loss in the middle. --- Support this podcast: https://anc

We did not intentionally rhyme our topics, we promise. This week, Jane explains the origins of May Day. Sarah discusses a popular theory on JonBenet Ramsey's murder. We also have a long chat on pop culture and gender. CW: violence against children, death,

We missed you last week! If you are disgusted by bugs, maybe skip the first 20 minutes. This week, Jane explains how a designated survivor is chosen. Sarah tells the story of the 1969 drainage of Niagara Falls.  --- Support this podcast: https://a

Emus may be flightless but this episode is taking off! This week, Jane explains the developments of the imperial and metric systems. Sarah tells the story of the Great Emu War of Western Australia. If you see an emu in the wild, please do not approach.&nb

CW: dieting, food. Sarah apologizes for the weird scratching noises over her mic, not sure what was going on there, and overall we're just unhinged. But that's what makes it more fun! This week, Jane explains how we know the nutritional information of cer

Anti-Asian Hate in this country is not new - in fact, it's foundational to our treatment of immigrants in this country. This week, Jane explains the Chinese Exclusion Act and its impact on immigration law. Sarah shares the story of the 442nd Infantry Regi

It's our 101 Dalmatians episode! This week, Jane discusses the Alaskan Iditarod and its origins. Sarah explains credit scores. And April Fool's, it's a day late! Sorry!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ykwibwpodcast/sup