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Always Wondered

Always Wondered

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Always Wondered. A podcast that takes a lighthearted look at everyday life's little mysteries.

Have you always wondered who came up with the idea for mouthwash? Who invented the Slinky? Why do we bless someone whenever they sneeze? How come there are dimples on a golf ball? Or what is the origin of the phrase "heard it through the grapevine"? These are the sort of questions that stir our curiosity, and the answers may just surprise you. Join host Rick Peterson every week for a fun and breezy look at some of the things you have always wondered about!

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  • Always Wondered - Why Do We "Knock on Wood"?
    2025/08/22

    On this episode, it's the history of cutlery. How did we go from eating with our hands to needing five different forks for one meal? We'll hand out the silverware and serve up the answer. Also - get ready for the great debate of our time! Toilet paper: should it hang over or under? We'll unroll all the controversy. Plus - why do we knock on wood to ward off bad luck? Where did this strange ritual start? And will Formica do in a pinch? Join host Rick Peterson as he answers more of the questions you've Always Wondered about.

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    12 分
  • Always Wondered - EP 21 Preview
    2025/08/20

    On this upcoming episode, it's the history of cutlery. How did we go from eating with our hands to needing five different forks for one meal? We'll hand out the silverware and serve up the answer. Also - get ready for the great debate of our time! Toilet paper: should it hang over or under? We'll unroll all the controversy. Plus - why do we knock on wood to ward off bad luck? Where did this strange ritual start? And will Formica do in a pinch? Join host Rick Peterson as he answers more of the questions you've Always Wondered about.

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    2 分
  • Always Wondered - Who Decided How Long a Foot Should Be?
    2025/08/15

    On this episode, we dive into the weird world of measurements. Who decided how long a foot should be? And what exactly is an acre? We'll size up the answers. Also, we'll unwrap the sweet history of M&Ms - the candy that melts in your mouth - and sometimes on your keyboard. Plus, we investigate the phrase that's taking over the internet - "If You Know You Know". Is it a sly wink to those in the know, or just a way to make the rest of us feel like we missed a meeting? So join host Rick Peterson as he answers more of the curious questions you've Always Wondered about.

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    12 分
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