Secretly Incredibly Fascinating

The podcast explores the wide range of topics related to grass, including its diversity, importance, and fascinating characteristics. It delves into the role of grass in our diet, genetic selection, cultivation, and its significance in the ecosystem. The speakers also discuss a geometric prank involving a large penis on a lawn, crop circles as a method of alien communication, invasive species and grass origins, and the thriving grasses in Antarctica as an indicator of climate change.

The podcast explores the origins and cultural significance of dragons across various mythologies, delving into theories about their evolutionary origins and connections to snakes. It discusses the misconception of dragon remains and the influence of Pliny on dragon lore. The chapter also explores the motivations behind inventing dragon stories and the influence of culture on sleep paralysis hallucinations. The podcast concludes with the promotion of the host's new novel and additional resources.

The hosts explore the uses and variations of baking soda, including its impact on baking and cleaning. They discuss the controversial legacy of Armand Hammer and the origins of baking soda. They also touch on LGBTQ+ history, podcast genres, and the production process of baking soda.

Did you know Katie Goldin has her very own podcast? We're bringing you a recent 'Creature Feature' episode about the most pink animals in the world, featuring guest Alex Schmidt.NOTE FOR SIF SUPPORTERS: there's a fresh new bonus show in your bonus audio feed. Head over there to enjoy it. (And if you're not yet a SIF supporter, visit maximumfun.org/join to get that bonus show and so much more.)Creature Feature: "Naturally Barbie!", with guest Alex SchmidtIn honor of the Barbie movie, today's theme is: PIIIINK! All the fabulous fuchsias, the prettiest pinks, found in nature! Pink is sometimes maligned as an "frivolous" color, but as we'll find out, nature takes its pink VERY seriously.  From camouflage, to ambushes, river battles and poison, we're taking a look at the dark side of pink.Footnotes: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Ia-zz-wpJEKqlOpee3AWWcynJI8Az95_wUOYd6p8imU/edit?usp=sharing

Explore the cultural significance and history of tattoos, including their role in saving a family fortune and sparking a tattoo craze. Learn about the symbolism of anchor tattoos among sailors and the fascinating case of a man with a distinctive tattoo that inspired a tattoo craze in the British Empire. Discover the origins of the word 'tattoo' and the evolution of tattoo machines. Join the SIF discord community and stay tuned for more exciting episodes.

Hosts Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin discuss the origins, varieties, and cultural significance of cabbage. They delve into the power of selective breeding in vegetables, explore giant vegetables as food and celebrations, and even touch on the philosopher Diogenes. The hosts also explore cabbage as a symbol of poverty and its historical culinary contributions, including sauerkraut and kimchi. They wrap up by acknowledging sources and announcing future episodes.

Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why "eeny meeny miny moe" is secretly incredibly fascinating. Special guests: Ella Hubber and Caroline Roper.Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources and for this week's bonus episode.Come hang out with us on the new SIF Discord: https://discord.gg/wbR96nsGg5

Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why fire hydrants 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 new SIF Discord: https://discord.gg/wbR96nsGg5

Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why roses 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 new SIF Discord: https://discord.gg/wbR96nsGg5

The podcast explores the nostalgic connection between fresh asphalt and school days, the different names and forms of asphalt, the La Brea tar pits and the diversity of organisms, the impact of asphalt roads on pollution, and the environmental impact of asphalt.