Monday Mini: The Song of Cicadas

Monopoly is one of the biggest games ever, a cutthroat competition of capitalism often inspiring family rules and bans. But the history of its originator, and its feminist creator, has long been buried. In this classic episode, SMNTY passes go and delves into The Landlord's Game, ... Show More

Hello, Stuff Mom Never Told You Listeners! We want to share a new show you might enjoy, it’s “You’re The Problem... with Yamaneika”!!! About the Show: In this weekly comedic talk show, no topic across culture or current events is safe from Yamaneika’s takes. As anyone who has hea ... Show More

The Blair Witch Project launched a new genre of media and spawned numerous parodies. We investigate the film's impact and feminism (or not) in this classic.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Rob and Joe explore the world of the periodical cicada, from their curious lifecycle to their mythological and culinary roles in human cultures. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

Today we visit two tales of out-of-place characters, and the legacy they've left behind.Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

<p>One of the most curious types of stories is when lost things turn up again. Today's tour will give you a couple of good examples, for sure.</p><p> </p> Learn more about your ad-choices at <a href="https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com">https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com</a><p ... Show More

So many curious stories can be found at the root of everyday things we take for granted today. Let's explore two of them here.Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

After 17 years underground, so-called Brood X cicadas get a fleeting moment in the sun and commence their deafening buzz. But periodical cicadas can’t escape a silent killer: a fungus that eats them from the inside and forces them into a rabid mania. Follow National Geographic Ex ... Show More

<p>Learning about things that happened in the past can generate a sense of wonder. And these two stories are bound to do just that.</p><p> </p> Learn more about your ad-choices at <a href="https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com">https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com</a><p>See <a hre ... Show More

Holly and Tracy discuss the ways they encountered butterflies in their childhoods and how people can help conservation efforts at home. They also talk through some of the stories of Weegee's life that didn't make it into the episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform ... Show More

Join Sandra and stories from the Early 1900’s!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.