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024. King Kong vs. Godzilla (1962 film) with Ben Wahrman1:25:40

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Let’s go see some classic monster movies – this is episode 24 of Encyclopodia. It’s King Kong vs. Godzilla! Summary: A launching point for a franchise that has lasted for 30 films and basically defines the giant monster movie genre. Further Research: Toho Kingdom fansite Many thanks to Ben Wahrman for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopo ...…

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023. Plastic Waste Reduction (sustainable lifestyle strategy) with Julie Lipson1:08:10

5d ago1:08:10

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Let’s reduce our plastic footprint – this is episode 23 of Encyclopodia. It’s Plastic Waste Reduction! Summary: Here are things you might not have thought about that can help you use less, save money, and save the Earth… Further Research: No Impact Man book and movie. Many thanks to Julie Lipson for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodi ...…

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022. BTS (K-pop group) with Caitlin Plesher1:20:02

13d ago1:20:02

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Let’s discover the world of K-pop – this is episode 22 of Encyclopodia. It’s BTS! Summary: BTS is a South Korean boy band consisting of seven members that are slowly but surely taking over the world and you should pay attention to them. Further Research: Caitlin’s Intro to BTS Youtube playlist. Many thanks to Caitlin Plesher for being my guest ...…

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021. Internal Combustion Engine with Charles Tao1:05:38

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Let’s open up the hood of the car – this is episode 21 of Encyclopodia. It’s the internal combustion engine! Summary: A way of propelling something using fire (fire being a prolonged, steady burn or a rapid explosion). Further Research: Start with wikipedia and see where it leads! Many thanks to Charles Tao for being my guest on this episode of ...…

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020. Electric Guitar (musical instrument) with Ben Briles1:25:09

1M ago1:25:09

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Let’s head to the rock concert – this is episode 20 of Encyclopodia. It’s electric guitars! Summary: Like an acoustic guitar, but infinitely cooler. Further Research: Fender Play tutorials from Fender Many thanks to Ben Briles for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Ben on twitter. For all past episodes of Encyclop ...…

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019. Backyard Chickens (domesticated animal) with Megan Crouse1:12:58

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Let’s go to the chicken coop – this is episode 19 of Encyclopodia. It’s backyard chickens! Summary: Not just nuggets; chickens can make friendly, entertaining, and beautiful pets that have a surprising amount in common with dinosaurs. Further Research: 1. Backyard chickens dot com forums 2. Murray McMurray Hatchery Many thanks to Megan Crouse f ...…

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018. 2018 (year) with Eric Geller, Dark Sapiens, and Julia Zingiber1:44:18

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Let’s look back on the year that was – this is episode 18 of Encyclopodia. It’s 2018! Summary: 2018 is the two thousand and eighteenth year of the common era, highlights of which included, but were not limited to, the increasing need for cybersecurity, significant discoveries on Mars, and the resurgence of witchcraft and astrology in popular me ...…

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017. Hanukkah (Jewish holiday) with Melayne Seahawk1:15:26

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Let’s light the candles for the Festival of Lights – this is episode 17 of Encyclopodia. It’s Hanukkah! Summary: A winter festival of lights. Further Research: 1. Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins by Eric A Kimmel 2. Queen of the Hanukkah Dosas by Pamela Ehrenberg Many thanks to Melayne Seahawk for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. ...…

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016. World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) with Tom Hoeler1:28:53

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Let’s go to the wrestling arena – this is episode 16 of Encyclopodia. It’s the WWE! Summary: The pre-eminent professional wrestling entity in the world. Further Research: 1. WWE Network Streaming Service 2. The Squared Circle by David Shoemaker 3. Andre the Giant documentary on HBO Many thanks to Tom Hoeler for being my guest on this episode of ...…

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015. Mary Poppins (1964 Disney film) with Ash Rendar56:11

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Let’s go on a jolly holiday – this is episode 15 of Encyclopodia. It’s Mary Poppins! Summary: It’s a movie about a magic nanny who comes and fixes a family and the misadventures that happen along the way. Further Research: 1. Watch Mary Poppins! 2. Watch Saving Mr. Banks 3. Making of Mary Poppins YouTube documentary 4. The Revisionist World of ...…

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014. Anne Boleyn (former Queen of England) with Abby Gleason1:24:17

3M ago1:24:17

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Let’s head back to the Reformation in England – this is episode 14 of Encyclopodia. It’s Anne Boleyn! Summary: Anne Boleyn is one of the most well recognized English queens of all time but one of the least well known. Further Research: The Creation of Anne Boleyn by Susan Bordo Many thanks to Abby Gleason for being my guest on this episode of E ...…

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013. Cosmology with Mallory Conlon1:18:06

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Let’s fire up the telescope and ponder the big questions of the universe – this is episode 13 of Encyclopodia. It’s cosmology! Summary: Cosmology is the study of the origins of the universe and how it has evolved since then. Further Research: Cosmos by Carl Sagan – the TV series or the book. Many thanks to Mallory Conlon for being my guest on t ...…

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012. The White Album (Beatles album) with Heath Williams1:08:43

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Let’s pick a tune out of the jukebox – this is episode 12 of Encyclopodia. It’s the Beatles’ White Album! Summary: A beautiful, chaotic, weird, perfect mess. Further Research: Just listen to the White Album! Also, take out a loan and then check out the super deluxe 50th anniversary edition of the White Album. And read Can’t Buy Me Love for a de ...…

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011. Congenital Heart and Organ Conditions with Nick Woltring1:06:58

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This is episode 11 of encyclopodia. It’s Congenital Heart and Organ Conditons! Summary: Congenital heart and organ conditions are conditions you are born with and you may not even know you have until the doctors tell you about it. Further Research: MedlinePlus or just good old fashioned Google. Many thanks to Nick Woltring for being my guest on ...…

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010. Daily Life During the Late Roman Empire with Jay Shah1:08:27

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Let’s witness the fall of the Roman Empire for episode 10. It’s Daily Life during the Late Roman Empire! Summary: It was a time when people thought things would proceed the way they always had and they didn’t realize the world was changing around them until it was too late. Further Research: The World of Late Antiquity by Peter Brown Jay’s list ...…

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009. Magical Girl Anime (Anime Genre) with Meg Humphrey1:17:05

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Let’s experience a magical transformation for episode 9. It’s Magical Girl Anime! Summary: Pretty girls save the world! Further Research: Find a friend who is an anime fan and ask them for recommendations and watch the shows together! AT me: Are you an anime fan? Do you have a favorite show or episode that I must add to my list? Let me know and ...…

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008. Civic Tech with Swara Salih57:42

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Let’s head to our municipal government buildings for episode 8. It’s Civic Tech! Summary: The overall usage and implementation of the most advanced tech sector practices and technologies in the public sector and for the common good as a whole. Further Research: GovEx Data Points Podcast AT me: What good work has your local government done for y ...…

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007. Dr. Who (television series) with Charlie Ashby1:23:10

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Let’s get into the Tardis for episode 7. It’s Dr. Who! Summary: Dr Who is a show about change, and kindness, and education, at the forefront. Further Research: An Adventure in Time and Space 50th Anniversary BBC documentary AT me: Are you a Dr. who fan? Who is your favorite doctor? What are your favorite episodes? Let me know and AT me! (Don’t ...…

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006. Maple Syrup with MJ Bach1:17:00

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Let’s go to the North Woods of Minnesota for episode 6. It’s maple syrup! Summary: Maple syrup is a flavorful, natural source of sugar that is native to North America. Further Research: University of Vermont Maple Syrup extension AT me: Have you tried all natural maple syrup before? Do you have a preference? Let me know and AT me! (Don’t forget ...…

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005. Trinity Icon of Andrei Rublev (13th century Russian icon) with Sarah Coulson1:00:44

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Let’s head to the Russian cathedral for episode 5. It’s the trinity icon of Andrei Rublev! Summary: This icon has been one of the most important pieces of art in all of Russian history. Further Research: Andrei Rublev film by Tarkovsky AT me: Is there a piece of art that has affected your life in some way? Do you have any interest in Russian hi ...…

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004. Les Mis (musical) with Sarah Dempster1:05:36

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Let’s head to the theatre for Encyclopodia episode 4. It’s Les Mis! Summary: The story of Les Mis is the story of a man who leaves behind his troubled past and finds faith and redemption through the love of a child and the love of god centered among the the real life events of the June rebellion in 1832 in Paris, France, while also examining, i ...…

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003. Orlando Magic (basketball team) with Austin Blankenship1:04:26

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Join me in the basketball arena for Encyclopodia episode 3. It’s Magic time! Summary: The Orlando Magic are a professional basketball team in central Florida with a history of success and a lot of failure. Further Research: “This Magic Moment” documentary. AT me: What professional sports team do you follow religiously? What is your experience b ...…

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002. Axeman of New Orleans (serial killer) with Kristen Bates1:01:30

6M ago1:01:30

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Episode 2 of Encyclopodia is gonna get dark. You better jazz it! Summary: Unknown man kills innocent people with an axe, while they sleep in their own homes, and gets away with it. Further Research: My Favorite Murder podcast (episode 60 is the Axeman episode) AT me: What are your theories about the Axeman of New Orleans? Let me know and AT me! ...…

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001. Toto (band) with Brian Larsen1:01:32

6M ago1:01:32

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It’s the very first episode of Encyclopodia! Brian Larsen and I review the members and history of the band Toto. Summary: The little band of session musicians that could. Further Research: Understanding Toto’s Africa Toto Live in Cleveland in 1979 Toto Live in Tokyo in 1982 AT me: What is your favorite Toto song? What amazing new cover of “Afri ...…

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000. Welcome to Encyclopodia8:37

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Welcome to Encyclopodia, a podcast about literally anything and literally everything. This is episode 0 aka the placeholder slash explanation episode. Listen to me explain the inspiration behind this podcast (my brain is curious but easily distracted) and explain the premise (one guest a week will teach me all about their topic of choice, while ...…

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