Have you ever felt a sudden wave of goosebumps and wondered where it came from? Maybe it happened during a powerful song, a cold breeze, or an unexpected emotional moment.

In this episode, we explore the surprising science behind goosebumps, an ancient reflex rooted in our evolutionary past that still shows up in modern life. Discover why our bodies react this way, how emotions and the nervous system play a role, and why this small physical response continues to connect us to moments of awe, fear, and meaning.

It’s a tiny reaction with a fascinating story that’s been millions of years in the making.

Why does childhood feel endless… while adulthood seems to fly by?

In this episode of Did You Know?, host Jody Colvard explores the fascinating science behind our shifting sense of time. From how the brain processes memories to why routine compresses our perception of life, you’ll learn what makes the years feel faster, and how to slow them down again.

It’s a surprising look at the psychology, biology, and daily habits that shape our experience of time. And you might walk away seeing your days a little differently.

In this episode of Did You Know?, Jody Colvard talks about something so simple, so natural, that you may not even notice when you do it. You smile, and strangers smile back. A baby smiles at you and suddenly your whole nervous system softens.

But… why?

Why do humans smile at each other?
And why does something as small as a curve of the lips feel like a spark of connection?

In this inspiring and little-known story, Jody Colvard unpacks the remarkable legacy of Sarah Josepha Hale, the woman whose determination and vision gave America the Thanksgiving holiday we celebrate today.

Best known for writing “Mary Had a Little Lamb,” Hale was far more than a children’s author. She spent 17 years campaigning for a national day of gratitude, believing it could help heal a fractured nation. Her powerful letter to President Abraham Lincoln in 1863 arrived at a pivotal moment, and became the spark that led to Thanksgiving being declared a national holiday during the Civil War.

A heartwarming exploration of gratitude, history, and the woman who believed one holiday could bring a nation back to itself.

In this episode of Did You Know?, we dive beneath the waves to uncover one of the ocean’s most astonishing truths: whales aren’t just singers, travelers, or gentle giants, they are protectors.

Across the world, whales have been seen saving seals, dolphins, and even humans from danger, stepping between predators and the vulnerable with a wisdom that defies simple explanation.

Join host Jody Colvard as she explores the science, mystery, and magic behind this behavior, from the deep resonance of whale songs that carry for thousands of miles, to the ancient instinct that seems to guide them.

For thousands of years, humans have looked to the heavens for the secrets of creation, but what if one of the greatest keys to understanding the universe is right here on Earth, buzzing quietly among the flowers?

The humble bee has long been seen as just another pollinator, vital yet ordinary. But hidden within the delicate symmetry of its wings and the golden chambers of its hive lies a mathematical perfection that mirrors the geometry of life itself.

Today, we’ll explore how bees may hold a secret code, one that reveals how the universe builds, connects, and sustains itself.

Did you know some physicists believe reality is code, and we’re the conscious players inside it? Quantum theory, probability glitches, and ancient creation myths all hint that reality might be a projection of consciousness. What does that mean for free will and destiny?