I Can’t Sleep

Cookies have been enjoyed in countless forms for centuries, evolving from small baked treats into one of the world’s most beloved desserts. This episode explores where cookies came from, how they spre...

29 Jul 32min

Middle-earth is the legendary setting of J.R.R. Tolkien’s most beloved stories, filled with ancient kingdoms, distant lands, and a history spanning thousands of years. This episode explores the geogra...

27 Jul 31min

Philosophy has shaped the way people think about knowledge, reality, ethics, and existence for thousands of years. This episode explores the origins of philosophy, the major branches of philosophical ...

24 Jul 36min

Labyrinths have fascinated people for thousands of years, appearing in mythology, religion, art, and architecture across many cultures. This episode explores what labyrinths are, how they differ from ...

22 Jul 27min

French fries are one of the world’s most recognizable foods, enjoyed everywhere from neighborhood diners to restaurants and street vendors around the globe. This episode explores the debated origins o...

20 Jul 32min

The International Space Station has been continuously inhabited since the year 2000, serving as a laboratory, home, and engineering marvel orbiting hundreds of miles above Earth. This episode explores...

17 Jul 33min

Tutankhamun ruled ancient Egypt for only a short time, yet he became one of the most famous pharaohs in history. This episode explores the story of King Tut, from his place in Egypt’s royal dynasty to...

15 Jul 30min

Violas have long occupied the middle voice of the string family, bridging the bright sound of the violin and the rich depth of the cello. This episode explores how violas developed, what gives them th...

13 Jul 32min