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- 312 - Does Sunscreen Actually Work?
From the reason Australians love to "slip, slop, slap," to a pretty good reason to smear salad dressing on your body, Will and Mango explore the biggest questions in sunscreen, starting with, does it actually work.
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Thu, 05 Sep 2024 - 311 - What Happened to the Coney Island Narwhal? (and other Important Narwhal Stories!)
Will and Mango go deep on Narwhals-- from how they became one of New York City's greatest mascots, to how to spot a real Narwhal tusk from a fake at your local pawn shop, to why you might want to avoid ordering the Narwhal sushi... plus, we explain why everyone's on the look out for a baby Narluga (the hot new designer Beluga/Narwhal hybrid).
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Thu, 29 Aug 2024 - 310 - 9 Essential Facts You (Probably) Need to Know about... Surfing!
From SpongeBob's sweet origin story to the Japanese business suits that are perfect for catching waves, Will and Mango explore the greatest facts from the world of surfing.
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Wed, 21 Aug 2024 - 309 - Poodle Grooming and Other (Nearly) Olympic Sports
How great were the Olympics?! Pretty great. But that doesn't mean they couldn't be better. From Poodle clipping to ski ballet, Will and Mango resurface 9 incredible and obscure sports that ought to be included in the next Olympic Games.
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Fri, 16 Aug 2024 - 308 - What's the Best Way to Sit? (And Other Important Questions about Work)
For all our schooling, no one ever told us the very best way to sit. (Note this Seth Kinman Grizzly Bear Chair is NOT the best way to sit.) Also, no one taught us what temperature to keep our office at for maximum productivity. Or why cracking jokes might be helpful for elevating status in the workplace. And certainly NONE of our English professors told us how writing in the nude might be a great hack for hitting deadlines. For this week's episode, Will and Mango explore all the very best ways to work. (Note: the answer may involve Amtrak.)
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Fri, 09 Aug 2024 - 307 - Say My Name, Say My Name: 9 Fantastic Eponyms and the People Behind Them
From boycotts to mavericks, nachos to Zamboni's, there are a whole lot of words we mindlessly use without thinking about the namesakes behind them. This week Will and Mango pay tribute to the fantastic gentleman the leotard is named for, a doctor who did not want a machine named after him, and the wonderful inventor behind the world's most sensational berry! (Supposedly.)
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Wed, 31 Jul 2024 - 306 - PTG Classic: The Incredible Life of Jacques Cousteau
Whether you knew him as a conservationist, an explorer, a spy or a fashion icon, Jacques Cousteau showcased the sea's mysteries to a curious world. But how did the rebellious teenager with a penchant for breaking windows grow up into a marine legend? Will and Mango explore.
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Thu, 25 Jul 2024 - 305 - Will I Regret Having an AI Voice? Featuring Evan Ratliff! (And his AI voice)
In this episode, Mangesh interviews journalist and host Evan Ratliff about his new show Shell Game, and they discuss what happens when you take control of artificial intelligence and set an AI version of you out into the world. From talking to scammers to making plans with your wife, things get weird quickly! PLUS: Stay tuned for a sneak preview of Episode 1 of Shell Game!
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Fri, 19 Jul 2024 - 304 - How Scientists are Reviving Lost Smells
Want to know what the Chanel No. 5 of Ancient Egypt smelled like? Or how the interior of Queen Elizabeth's royal car smelled? Or maybe you've wanted to experience the fragrance of extinct Hawaiian flowers? In this episode, Will and Mango get nosey about how scientists have been working hard to build a scent library of disappearing smells.
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Thu, 11 Jul 2024 - 303 - Do Bald Eagles Really Steal Babies?! (And other Eagle Questions... Answered!)
Is America's national bird really a baby snatching scoundrel? What animal did Ben Franklin hope would replace eagles on the American seal (hint: not a turkey!) And why do people think eagles taste like veal? (One famous ornathologist might be to blame.) Tune in as Will and Mango explores all things eagles on this week's special holiday episode.
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Wed, 03 Jul 2024 - 302 - Mango Recommends: The Sicilian Inheritance
As a follow up to Thursday’s 9 Incredible Facts about Sicily, we’re posting the first episode of guest host Jo Piazza’s podcast The Sicilian Inheritance. Hope you dig it!
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Sat, 29 Jun 2024 - 301 - 9 Incredible Sicily Facts to Share over Cannoli!
Did you know that Sicily is the home of brain freeze? Or that the so-called snakes on Medusa's head might actually be eels? Or that Sicily is home to one very very specific type of revenge architecture? From Sicily's delicious space program to cutest animals to ever roam the land, dig in as Mango and his pal Jo Piazza-- author and host of The Sicilian Inheritance-- talk all things Sicily.
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Wed, 26 Jun 2024 - 300 - The Strangest Summer Festivals You NEED to Visit (Probably)
If you've got a station wagon packed with dogs and kids, but nowhere to point it, we've got you covered! From the world's greatest mud festival to, well, the world's greatest belly button festival, Will and Mango have scoured the internet to provide only the best (and weirdest) in summer festivals.
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Thu, 13 Jun 2024 - 299 - What Flavor is Dr Pepper?
Dr Pepper's flavor is just one of many questions we have about the drink. Who is the doctor behind Dr Pepper? Is tomato one of the soda's 23 secret ingredients? Should you actually be drinking your Dr Pepper hot? And why doesn't Dr Pepper have a period in its name? (Does the good doctor think it's above the laws of grammar?!) Also, what did Dr Pepper do to make Guns 'n Roses so angry with it? Will and Mango have a lot of questions... and at least 9 answers for you.
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Thu, 06 Jun 2024 - 298 - Did Picasso try to Steal the Mona Lisa?
How did the Mona Lisa get so famous? Why doesn't she have any eyebrows? And why was Picasso investigated for the painting's theft? This episode Will and Mango go deep on the smirking beauty and try to figure out what's really going on behind that sly smile.
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Thu, 30 May 2024 - 297 - Mango Recommends: Afghan Star, hosted by John Legend
Will and Mango are off this week, but check out this new series Mango's been working on called Afghan Star, hosted by the one and only John Legend. It's the story of how a little music talent show changed the lives and ambitions of Afghans and brought music back to the nation.
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Fri, 24 May 2024 - 296 - How Did Dialing 9-1-1 Become a Thing?
Will and Mango are determined to figure out the origin of the emergency hotline. From the strange reason people used to call up funeral home directors after an accident, to the incredible train robbery that was stopped using a makeshift phone, to the heartbreaking ways that emergency operators learn to cope on the job, this week we're dialing up a whole host of 911 facts.
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Thu, 16 May 2024 - 295 - 9 Very Important Facts about Flutes
Ever found yourself standing between Lizzo and André 3000 at yet another cocktail party, and can't think of anything to say to them? Well, you're not alone. A lot of people don't come to parties with enough flute facts in their arsenal. Luckily, we can help. Just memorize every single word of this podcast, and you'll be golden.
Guest starring the wonderful Mary Phillips-Sandy!
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Thu, 09 May 2024 - 294 - How Come Esperanto Never Took Off?!
Want to know which billionaire speaks Esperanto fluently? Or what country almost adopted Esperanto as its national language? Or why Hitler and Stalin were both afraid of Dr. Esperanto (actually Doktoro Esperanto). Join Will and Mango as they dive into the incredible world of constructed languages and also discover why William Shatner isn't just the greatest Esperanto actor of all time... but also probably the worst.
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Thu, 02 May 2024 - 293 - Why Are There So Many Cheese Crimes?
From the Parmesan Mafia to the gas station hot dog Will accidentally ate, there are way too many cheese crimes out there! This episode Will and Mango investigate a fondue cartel, ride with food detectives, and look into an Ocean's 11... of cheese?!
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Thu, 25 Apr 2024 - 292 - How do Michelin Stars Work?
Whether you're trying to spot a Michelin critic in the wild, or you're on the hunt for the world's best reindeer tartar with moss and fermented mushroom (a very common thing listeners ask us about), we've got you covered. From Katy Perry's Michelin mishap, to chefs trying to sue the guide because they want more stars, to the bizarre reason the Michelin Man prefers to pair his meals with a goblet full of nails, we've prepared a piping hot plate of facts for you. (Go ahead and tuck in!)
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Thu, 18 Apr 2024 - 291 - Why are we so Obsessed with Slime?
Will and Mango are back in studio to form a slime appreciation society! From the first time astronauts took slime to space, to the incredible way snails surf (SURF!) their own slime, to the architectural beauty of slime molds, put on your galoshes and jump right in!
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Thu, 11 Apr 2024 - 290 - 9 Starch-tastic Facts about Potatoes!
This week Will and Mango revel in the beauty, majesty and immense grandeur of... the potato. From Ben Franklin's role as a potato influencer, to the strange reason part of a potato is preserved in a baseball museum, to the ridiculous parade float that inspired the word couch potato, Will and Mango are serving up an all-you-can-eat heaping of potato facts.
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Fri, 15 Jul 2022 - 287 - 9 Chomp-worthy facts about Alligators
This episode we’re all about Gators as Will and Mango chat about the best way to get an alligator to duet with you, why gators are surprisingly good mothers, and how a California theme park taught Americans to share their water slides with these toothy beasts.
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Sat, 30 Apr 2022 - 284 - 9 Surprising Things Invented by Women
For this International Women's Day episode, Will and Mango handed the mic to their good pal Jo Piazza. Here are the lady geniuses you should be thanking for your trash can foot pedal, your quieter airplane, and so much more!
Mon, 08 Mar 2021 - 281 - What's the World's Most Ridiculous Video Game?
Remember how fun it was to save up your quarters and go to the arcade? These are the games you didn't want to play. From the Tetris sequel that features Abe Lincolns and Frankensteins, to a game that somehow blends Honey, I Shrunk the Kids with an anti-smoking campaign, to the greatest (maybe only?) game based on Noah's Ark; Will, Gabe and Mango try to out-do each other with the most ridiculous video games they can find.
Tue, 01 Sep 2020 - 280 - What's the Correct Way for a Queen to Eat a Banana?
Ever wonder what the Royal family's preferred way to eat fruit is? Or why the British Monarchy insists on weighing dinner guests before a meal? Or what type of humor makes the Windsors the happiest (spoiler: it's plane humor.) Join Will, Gabe and Mango as we serve up a boatload of royally silly facts.
Fri, 21 Aug 2020 - 279 - What's So Bad about the Philistines?
When Mango's kids show off their bad table manners, he scolds them for being Philistines... but do the Philistines actually deserve their bad rap? Was Goliath the actual underdog? And why did someone make a video game that featured them? Will, Gabe and Mango answer one of the most important question on everyone's minds in today's 9 Things: What's so bad about the Philistines?
Fri, 01 May 2020 - 278 - 9 Weird Things Hiding Underground
From the world's weirdest cinema (it serves couscous with viewings?!) to an internet for plants, to the perfect job for lazy people who also want to hide underground, Will, Gabe and Mango dig deep in search of 9 great facts.
Mon, 20 Apr 2020 - 277 - 9 Absurd Inventions You (Probably) Won't See on Shark Tank
This episode Will, Gabe and Mango raid the US Patent office to find some of the weirdest, funniest, and most confusing inventions of all time. Plus, the trio discusses the easiest way to scam $6 off of us.
Tue, 07 Apr 2020 - 276 - 9 Stompy Facts about Godzilla
Gabe loves monster moves! And Will and Mango... tolerate them. But, it turns out, we all love facts about Godzilla. From how Godzilla changed paleontology, to the giant monster's (secret) signature move, to why flattened buildings aren't the worst part of a Godzilla attack, this episode we tip our hats to the King of the Monsters.
Fri, 03 Apr 2020 - 275 - How did P. T. Barnum Trick the World into Riding Elevators?
Elevators seem pretty mundane, until you realize a certain king used them to hide his mistresses; a certain politician used them to exaggerate the height of his buildings, and all of America refused to ride them until a certain marketing genius (the one and only P. T. Barnum!) designed a stunt to get everyone on board.
Mon, 30 Mar 2020 - 274 - 9 Oddball Comic Book Characters (Who Won't Be Getting Their Own Movie)
Will, Mango and Gabe are stuck inside this week, and decide to hop on the phone to chat comics... specifically, some of the worst comic creations in all of history. Want to know what killed Captain Tootsie? Or why Arm-Fall-Off-Boy was rejected from super hero glory twice? Plus, we discuss why you should never, ever try to crash an X-Men birthday party disguised as a food product. (There's a good reason.)
Wed, 25 Mar 2020 - 273 - What did Teddy Roosevelt do to Dr. Seuss?!
In today’s special episode, Mango sits down with Erin McCarthy, editor-in-chief of Mental Floss to talk about everything Teddy Roosevelt… from whether he really climbed a mountain out of spite, to how a seal inspired his fossil collection, to what made him so darn productive (hint: it helps to drink coffee from a mug the size of a bathtub). Plus, we get into just how high-pitched TR’s voice was, and why Dr. Seuss was so darn scared of him.
Wed, 19 Feb 2020 - 272 - Fan Favorite: 9 Reasons to Love Raccoons (Yes, Raccoons)
Trash pandas. Nature's ninjas. Sure, these ring-tailed rascals go by plenty of names. But whether you love 'em or hate 'em, they're clearly taking over Toronto. Will and Mango discuss everything raccoons, and why they deserve a little respect.
Mon, 30 Dec 2019 - 271 - Fan Favorite: Why are Russians so good at Chess?
Will and Mango go deep into their chess cave to determine: what's the most dangerous styles of chess, why did the game move from the battlefield to the royal court, and if a billion people to play chess, can that stop an alien invasion?
Thu, 26 Dec 2019 - 270 - Fan Favorite: What are the Secret Rules the Royal Family has to Obey?
Why can't princes wear pants? Why does Prince Charles carry a bag of blood with him on his vacations? Is the Queen allowed to use a Pooper Scooper? Why is it so hard to make a perfect tuna sandwich for the royal family? And who is responsible for ironing the Queen's money so that it is perfectly crisp? Will and Mango dig into all the Queen's business and find some delightful stories in the process.
Mon, 23 Dec 2019 - 269 - 9 Ridiculous Things about "The 12 Days of Christmas"
Researcher Gabe joins Will and Mango in the studio to talk about why his family likes to Christmas carol so slowly. (They take over a week to to sing one song!) Plus, the crew discusses bird boxes, conspiracy theories and whether 12 days of gift giving from your true love is just a little excessive. (It is.)
Thu, 19 Dec 2019 - 268 - What are the Craziest Applications for Lasers? (Including washing your dishes!)
Forget Dr. Evil and his ridiculously evil plans... lasers are so much more practical than that! In this episode, Will and Mango discover why lasers are perfect for precision-cooking your bacon, how they can be used as chopsticks, why washing dishes is so much better when it's done by laser, and a simple laser trick for keeping pesky pirates at bay. Plus, we take a look at the very strange way Texas tried to educate aliens about queso. (Spoiler: It involved a laser.)
Wed, 18 Dec 2019 - 266 - Why Does New Zealand Have an Official Wizard?
Everything Will and Mango read about New Zealand made them want to visit! From how Hokey Pokey became the country's favorite ice cream flavor, to why the nation is giving away free gym memberships... to birds, to the reason the coffin clubs are taking off, Will and Mango dig deep into the country's history to discover why New Zealand is *so much* better than the Old one.
Thu, 05 Dec 2019 - 265 - Fan Favorite: How did Charlie Brown win over America?
Every holiday season, Will and Mango rewatch The Peanuts classics. But how did Charles Schulz get his inspiration for the comic strip?
Wed, 27 Nov 2019 - 264 - Do Lucky Charms Really Work? (Plus, other ways to get the upper hand)
Why do short people dominate soccer? Is owning a library more important than actually reading the books? And is being handsome important to being taken seriously as a scientist? Will and Mango delve into some super weird ways people wield advantage.
Thu, 14 Nov 2019 - 263 - Did a Volcano Eruption Really Help Invent the Bicycle?
Will and Mango dig into all the biggest bicycle questions: From how bikes seriously altered the dating scene, to how blind people ride bikes through traffic, to the ingenious way Kermit pedaled his Schwann in the Muppets Movie. Grab a helmet and join us!
Thu, 07 Nov 2019 - 262 - Halloween Special: The Mystery Show!
How did Agatha Christie churn out so many novels? Was Woodrow Wilson more important to the mystery genre than Sherlock Holmes? And what happened to Inspector Gadget's mustache (because he used to have one!) Also, Mango uses incredible deduction skills to squash a neighborhood lie.
Thu, 31 Oct 2019 - 261 - How do Dollar Stores stay in Business?
Will and Mango have so many questions about the dollar store business: Why have so many more of these stores cropped up recently? How do you make a profit when everything in your store sells for under a buck? Is a $1 steak a good deal? Plus: the tea on why dollar store employees hate Hot Wheels so much!
Wed, 23 Oct 2019 - 260 - Who Invented the Dunce Cap? (And other unusual School Supplies)
Why is there a bull on the Elmer's glue bottle? What did kids use to carry their books around before they had backpacks? And why does a giant cone tree get everyone excited about starting school in Germany? Will and Mango dig deep into their Trapper Keepers to bring you some stories you definitely didn't learn in school.
Wed, 16 Oct 2019 - 259 - How did settlers create New Orleans from swampland?
New Orleans is one of the most charming and distinct cities in America… but 300 years ago, it would have been hard to see that potential. In this episode, Will and Mango dig into how French the French quarter really is, why the graveyards look like little villages, and whether the Peacemaker sandwich really can keep an angry couple together.
Mon, 26 Aug 2019 - 257 - Is a Funny Boss better for your Workplace? (And other Secrets from Office Culture!)
Will and Mango take a look around the office, from why cubicles were actually a forward-thinking invention, to how knives became a wonderful way to show your applause at the workplace in Cuba to why that office rumor we’re spreading this week about Tristan is probably true (studies prove it!) Plus, nap pods, office ferris wheels and so much more!
Fri, 16 Aug 2019 - 256 - Are Pigeons Smarter Than They Look?
Sure, they nuzzled their way into Mike Tyson's heart (and Nikola Tesla; and Bert from Bert and Ernie!), but how intelligent are pigeons? Have scientists really trained the birds to read? Did they actually play a role in discovering the Big Bang? And why are they so darn good at finding their way home? Plus: are catfish their new nemesis?
Thu, 11 Jul 2019 - 255 - Fan Favorite: Why are we so Nostalgic for Sugary Breakfast Cereals?
Is Cap'n Crunch Really a Captain? Is the Silly Rabbit using psychological tricks on kids? And why did everyone stop putting prizes in cereal boxes? Will and Mango take a trip down memory lane, exploring why America is so nostalgic for those sugary sweet breakfast treats. Featuring Cereal Time TV's Gabe Fonseca.
Thu, 20 Jun 2019 - 254 - Fan Favorite: What are the Movie Industry's Biggest Secrets?
Why do movie theaters limit their audiences to 299 seats? Did dishware really save the movie industry?
Fri, 07 Jun 2019 - 253 - Why did the Inventor of Shopping Malls Hate Malls?
While no one is going to malls (or so it seems), everyone seems to be talking about them: the CDC is writing up reports on mall walkers, people are growing beards to get into the mall Santa game, and writers are waxing nostalgic about them.
Tue, 28 May 2019 - 252 - How Close Are We to Resurrecting a Woolly Mammoth?Fri, 10 May 2019
- 250 - How did Thurgood Marshall become such an Incredible Lawyer?
Maybe it was his dad? Or all the punishments he got as a naughty high schooler? Or perhaps it was inspired by watching so many Soap Operas?
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 - 249 - Fan Favorite: How Did Wine Fraud Become Such a Big Business?
When a billionaire realized his $125,000 bottle of wine might be fake, he hired a crack team to solve the case.
Fri, 12 Apr 2019 - 248 - Fan Favorite: How does Rick Steves Think You Should Travel?
9/11 changed Rick Steves and how he wanted to approach writing about the world. In this special interview, Will and Mango sit down with legendary PBS host and travel writer Rick Steves to talk about the newest edition of "Travel as a Political Act", why watching a Sufi dance can be such a transcendent moment, and whether the best French cheeses really smell like "Angel's Feet." (They don't.)
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Fri, 22 Mar 2019 - 247 - Fan Favorite: How Do People Game the Lottery?
From the Canadian professor who found patterns in Scratch-off lottery tickets to the Michigan couple that turned a lottery flaw into their retirement savings plan to the strange reason you should hold onto any lottery ticket that has Herbert Hoover's face on it.
Fri, 15 Mar 2019 - 246 - Fan Favorite: What's the Science of Painkillers?
When you've got a headache, those bottles of over-the-counter medicines can feel interchangeable. But the truth is, the drugs work in different ways... and each has their own benefits and side-effects.
Thu, 07 Mar 2019 - 245 - What are the Greatest Things We Didn't Know about Brazil?
When's the best time to surf the Amazon? Can Brazilian termites help you make a better pizza? And: did you overpay on the black market for that venomous snake?
Fri, 01 Mar 2019 - 244 - Fan Favorite: What Makes the Happiest Places on Earth?
What do sauna culture, "Right to Roam" laws and all-you-can-eat buffets (for monkeys!) have to do with putting smiles on citizens faces?
Fri, 22 Feb 2019 - 243 - Did (Everyone's Favorite Frenchman) Lafayette Really Save America?
Sure, we know Lafayette as a street. And a college. And some of us know him as the charismatic Frenchman from Hamilton. But did you know he was France's richest orphan? And that his real name was Gilbert?
Sat, 16 Feb 2019 - 242 - 9 Valentine's Day Facts You'll Want to Share
From the worst Valentines cards in history, to why candy necklaces are so meaningful in Alabama, to a few salmon that are not excited about this special day, Will and Mango have cobbled facts to warm your heart.
Thu, 14 Feb 2019 - 241 - 9 Delightful Corners of the Internet
From the best place to do your book shopping to a very sweet rodent with too much to carry, Will and Mango explore some of the World Wide Web's weirdest corners.
Fri, 08 Feb 2019 - 240 - How Did Jacques Cousteau Fall in Love with the Sea?
Whether you knew him as a conservationist, an explorer, a spy or a fashion icon, Jacques Cousteau showcased the sea's mysteries to a curious world.
Tue, 05 Feb 2019 - 239 - 9 Things Hiding on your Money
From the treasury joker who snuck his face on some cash, to Theodore Roosevelt’s drastic redesign for the penny, to the very best reason Harriet Tubman belongs on the $20.
Thu, 31 Jan 2019 - 238 - What does Plastic Surgery have to do with the Civil War?
Why are people getting plastic surgery on their fingerprints? Why was the Civil War such a golden era for procedures?
Fri, 25 Jan 2019 - 237 - 9 Wonderful Wintertime InventionsFri, 25 Jan 2019
- 236 - Why Can’t You Copyright a Chicken Sandwich?
In 2019, a new cache of works entered the Public Domain— from Charlie Chaplin to Jane Austen stories to Felix the Cat cartoons. But what does that really mean?
Fri, 18 Jan 2019 - 235 - The Surprising Origins of 9 TV Spin-Offs
What was the worst cartoon inspired by Happy Days? Why did The Golden Girls try to open a hotel? And which dysfunctional character from The Office almost got a starring role on Parks and Rec?
Wed, 16 Jan 2019 - 234 - Fan Favorite: Will Coffee Make Me Live Longer?Fri, 11 Jan 2019
- 233 - Why Did Ben Franklin Look Up to Genghis Khan?
Sure, Genghis Khan pillaged lands with glee and killed millions of people in his ruthless quest for power. But was he kind of a good person?
Thu, 10 Jan 2019 - 232 - Fan Favorite: 9 Very Important Facts about Bears
Whether you're an amateur bear enthusiast or prepping for a bear convention, these are the bear facts you'll need!
Fri, 04 Jan 2019 - 231 - Fan Favorite: Why Were These Books Banned?
From Ulysses to sinful Bibles, Will and Mango dive into the story of banned books to tell you all about the titles they don't want you to read.
Wed, 02 Jan 2019 - 230 - 9 Christmas Tree Facts that are totally lit!
From why a giraffe might want your Christmas tree leftovers, to why your tree is so darn thirsty all the time, to why a traditionalist might want to start mounting their trees upside-down...
Thu, 20 Dec 2018 - 229 - Fan Favorite: What's Everyday life like on Antarctica?
From plumbing to catering, everything’s a little harder in Antarctica. Will and Mango dive into everyday life on The Ice.
Wed, 19 Dec 2018 - 228 - 9 Great Facts about People Named Tony
There are a lot of people named Tony. (Tony Hawk is one of them!) Will and Mango share some wonderful facts about 8 Tonys (Tony Hawk is not one of them.)
Fri, 14 Dec 2018 - 227 - What are the Secret Rules the Royal Family has to Obey?
Why can't princes wear pants? Why does Prince Charles carry a bag of blood with him on his vacations? Is the Queen allowed to use a Pooper Scooper?
Thu, 13 Dec 2018 - 226 - Fan Favorite: Why is it more dangerous to be a Park Ranger than an FBI Agent?Fri, 07 Dec 2018
- 225 - 9 Cocktail Facts to Enjoy Shaken or Stirred!
Did Shirley Temple like Shirley Temples? Do you need a screwdriver to make an authentic screwdriver?
Thu, 06 Dec 2018 - 224 - 9 Reasons to Love Raccoons (Yes, Raccoons)
Trash pandas. Nature's ninjas. Sure, these ring-tailed rascals go by plenty of names. But whether you love 'em or hate 'em, they're clearly taking over Toronto.
Fri, 30 Nov 2018 - 222 - How did Charlie Brown win over America?
Every holiday season, Will and Mango rewatch The Peanuts classics. But how did Charles Schulz get his inspiration for the comic strip?
Wed, 28 Nov 2018 - 221 - Fan Favorite: Was Mister Rogers the Best Neighbor Ever?
Will and Mango pay tribute to one of our favorite humans, Mr. Fred Rogers. Featuring journalist Tom Junod.
Wed, 21 Nov 2018 - 220 - 9 Deliciously Cheesy Facts about Nachos
Will and Mango dig into their favorite ballpark treat to talk about the surprisingly layered story of nachos.
Tue, 20 Nov 2018 - 219 - Why are Russians so good at Chess?
Will and Mango go deep into their chess cave to determine: what's the most dangerous styles of chess, why did the game move from the battlefield to the royal court, and if a billion people to play chess, can that stop an alien invasion?
Fri, 16 Nov 2018 - 217 - Why did Venus Flytraps Develop a Taste for Meat?
From plants that eat rats and frogs, to the strange reason bats curl up in pitcher plants, Will and Mango explore the strange world of Carnivorous Plants.
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Fri, 09 Nov 2018 - 216 - 9 Things about Unicorns, Zombies and... Darth Baggins?!
Sure, Halloween's over. And the candy is gone. But these facts about the most searched costumes of the season will last a lifetime!
Wed, 07 Nov 2018 - 215 - Were Ninjas Actually Good at Hiding?
Will and Mango dust off some ninja history and discover some pretty strange facts... like: Why did so many ninjas walk around with crickets?
Fri, 02 Nov 2018 - 214 - Fan Favorite: 9 Halloween Facts to Stuff in your Pillowcases!
In Iowa, you can't just show up on your neighbor's doorstep with a costume... kids have to work for the treats! Will, Mango and Gabe scour for the sweetest Halloween facts they can find in this special 9 Facts.
Wed, 31 Oct 2018 - 213 - Fan Favorite: What are the Weirdest Experiments in Science?
What part of the turkey are turkeys most attracted to? Can a scene out of a ghost story make you stop biting your nails?
Fri, 26 Oct 2018 - 212 - Things for Rich People (that were Originally for Poor People)
Remember when monograms were considered tacky, squash was played in back alleys and barn-yard flavored beers weren't expensive?
Thu, 25 Oct 2018 - 211 - Why Are We So Fascinated by the Titanic?
For some reason our hearts keep going on and on for the Titanic. But what was life actually like on the ship?
Fri, 19 Oct 2018 - 210 - How did North Korea become such a Scary Place?
For decades, North Korea has been an outlier. How did the country get to be so isolated? Why do they export so many statues?
Wed, 17 Oct 2018 - 209 - What are the Best Fall Festivals in America?
Want to know where you can indulge in a massive, massive omelet, or why Niceville, Florida has a festival dedicated to the mullet?
Sun, 14 Oct 2018 - 208 - Fan Favorite: What are the Greatest Things We Just Learned about Japan?
Why is Japan's adult adoption rate so high? Why don't American car dealerships succeed in the country?
Thu, 11 Oct 2018 - 207 - Who's the Greatest Pirate of All-Time?
Will and Mango have so many questions about pirates: did they really exaggerate their R's? Did they all have parrots?
Fri, 05 Oct 2018 - 206 - Fan Favorite: 9 Weirdest things Intentionally Buried by People
There are the things you accidentally bury, and then there’s everything on this list. Will, Mango and Gabe discuss the weirdest facts they've unearthed about things that have been unearthed.
Thu, 04 Oct 2018 - 205 - Can Showing Gratitude Help You Live Longer?
Will and Mango have their good pal AJ Jacobs on the program to talk about his new book Thanks a Thousand, where he decided to thank the thousands of people who made his cup of coffee possible.
Wed, 03 Oct 2018 - 204 - 9 Facts to Get You in the Apple-Picking Mood
From the most heavy metal apples out there, to the reason New York City transitioned from a New Orange to the Big Apple, to the insane lengths Japanese farmers go to to grow the perfect apple, Will and Mango pluck some the best apple stories they can find.
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Fri, 28 Sep 2018 - 202 - Secrets from the World’s Most Unique Airports
Which airport should you hang out at if you want to meet a mini-horse? Why is the art in the Denver Airport so evil? And are TSA agents more likely to search you if you're carrying an Almanac? Will and Mango investigate.
Wed, 26 Sep 2018 - 201 - The Controversial Origins of Famous Dance Moves
Why do we square dance in class? Where did Madonna learn to vogue? Did David Bowie actually inspire Michael Jackson's dance moves?
Fri, 21 Sep 2018
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