Omnibus

In which a mysterious World War II inscription marries image and text to create the modern meme, and Ken does not think gangrenous limbs are a meme. Certificate #25622.

In which the bountiful gifts of American advice columnists include a now-ubiquitious happy afterlife for pets, and John might lose a swordfight because he's too heavy for a chandelier. Certificate #29810.

Explore the fascinating journey of Sealand, from a self-crowned prince founding his own nation to the challenges faced. Humorous discussions on purchasing noble titles, small countries, and sea-land concepts. Learn about the unconventional kingdom of Sealand, pirate radio stations, and the unique governance under Prince Regent James.

Exploring the evolution of stickball from a rural pastime to an urban sport in American cities. Discussing childhood memories of playing outside and contrasting suburban versus wilderness environments. Reflecting on the decline of stickball in NYC and its impact on community dynamics. Delving into the humor of language usage and receiving a mystery package. Engaging with future listeners and encouraging Patreon support for bonus content.

In which attempts to replace petrochemical plastic with corn and sawdust face fatal challenges of scale and efficiency, and Ken has never made a Prius. Certificate #32944.

Explore the evolution of buttons from spinet pianos to modern technology, including video game controllers, tactile feedback, and phone design. Delight in whimsical anecdotes about buttons, from malfunctioning bathtub knobs to a pizza-ordering button chaos, while reflecting on button symbolism and educational concerns. Discover the allure and history of buttons, contrasting human and alien tech interfaces with humor and nostalgia.

In which the development of guardrail and concrete divider technology makes highway driving massively safer over the decades, and Ken lies under oath in a deposition. Certificate #40991.

In which twenty-four bishops refuse to open the secret prophecies that will save Britain from war and banditry, and John wants to be called "Dicebox." Certificate #49596.

Explore the world of personalized license plates and their evolution into multimillion-dollar commodities. Delve into the cultural significance of vanity plates, the allure of unique numbers, and the extravagant world of license plate symbolism. From the fascination with single-letter plates to the challenges of selling high-priced plates, the episode offers humorous insights into personalized car expressions.

From childhood doodles to views of Earth from space, this podcast explores historical misconceptions, the impact of social media, and reflections on wealth in the 1970s. Delve into the legacy of figures like Genghis Khan, the imagination in science, and the transformative experience of astronauts observing Earth from afar.