Secretly Incredibly Fascinating

Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why turkeys are secretly incredibly fascinating.Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources and for this week's bonus episode.Come hang out with us on the SIF Discord: https://discord.gg/wbR96nsGg5

Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why "O.K." is secretly incredibly fascinating.Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources and for this week's bonus episode.Come hang out with us on the SIF Discord: https://discord.gg/wbR96nsGg5

Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why Apollo 17 is secretly incredibly fascinating.Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources and for this week's bonus episode.Come hang out with us on the SIF Discord: https://discord.gg/wbR96nsGg5

Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why burritos are secretly incredibly fascinating.Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources and for this week's bonus episode.Come hang out with us on the SIF Discord: https://discord.gg/wbR96nsGg5

Alex Schmidt, Katie Goldin, and special guests Dave Holmes and Craig Stubing explore why diabetes is secretly incredibly fascinating.Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources and for this week's bonus episode.Come hang out with us on the SIF Discord: https://discord.gg/wbR96nsGg5

Explore the nostalgic charm of childhood Halloween costumes with hilarious personal stories. Uncover the $700 million pet costume industry, featuring a cat struggling with a lion hat. Delve into the impact of the SAG-AFTRA strike on Halloween choices, and examine the rich history of Halloween traditions—from Gaelic origins to modern celebrations. Learn about pedestrian safety and the evolution of costume manufacturing, all while enjoying the whimsical world of Halloween.

Mallory O'Meara, a co-host of the Reading Glasses podcast and author, teams up with fellow co-host Brea Grant to explore the mystique of the Mona Lisa. They share humorous tales of the painting's actual size versus its fame and dive into Lisa Gherardini's life during the Renaissance. The duo discusses da Vinci's chaotic genius and the painting's tumultuous ownership history, including its infamous theft and its journey to America. Their insights paint a vivid picture of how scandal and art intertwine, revealing the Mona Lisa's surprisingly intriguing saga.

Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why Renaissance faires are secretly incredibly fascinating.Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources and for this week's bonus episode.Come hang out with us on the SIF Discord: https://discord.gg/wbR96nsGg5

Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why Pachelbel's Canon is secretly incredibly fascinating.Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources and for this week's bonus episode.Come hang out with us on the SIF Discord: https://discord.gg/wbR96nsGg5

Join Jason Pargin, author and host of Big Feats, as he dives into the fascinating world of salt mines with Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin. They uncover the surprising humor in salt’s history, from ancient mining techniques to the cultural significance of Himalayan pink salt. Amusing anecdotes and historical insights reveal salt's vital roles in health and food preservation. The trio also discusses intriguing mummies found in mines and the modern allure of salt products, making this exploration of salt both educational and entertaining.