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Long before germ theory rewrote the rules of disease, people looked to the air—and their noses—for answers. This immersive episode of Info On The Go dives into the ancient and eerie world of miasma theory, where bad smells weren’t just unpleasant—they were dangerous. From the medical writings of Hippocrates to the steam-filled bathhouses of ancient Rome, we explore how disease was once thought to ride on the wind, and...

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Imagine a stadium packed with cheering crowds—not for athletes in sleek uniforms or branded gear, but for bare, oiled bodies gleaming in the sun. No spandex, no sneakers—just skin, strength, and sheer determination.

In this revealing episode we strip back the myths (and the togas) to explore one of history’s boldest athletic traditions: nudity in the Ancient Olympic Games.

Why did Greek athletes train and compete withou...

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So close your eyes and imagine this: you're trapped inside a porta potty at the peak of summer—it's hot, humid, and full. Now imagine the entire city of London smelling like that for weeks. That was real life in the summer of 1858.

In this nose-wrinkling, eye-watering episode of Info On The Go, Kat and William take you deep into the putrid heart of one of the most revolting public health disasters in history:...

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Kat, you know how Ford transformed the auto industry—but did you know two different companies once sold tractors under the “Ford” name, and only one had anything to do with Henry Ford?

In this tractor-themed episode of Info On The Go, we dig deep into one of the most surprising branding mix-ups in industrial history. You’ll learn how the Ford Tractor Company—an entirely separate entity from Ford Motor Company—briefly t...

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Step into the courtroom of public opinion in 1820 Salem, New Jersey, where the tomato stood accused of being deadly. That’s right—this now-beloved fruit was once feared as poison, thanks to its nightshade relatives and a series of unfortunate lead-related illnesses.

In this episode we unpack the wild tale of how the tomato was put on trial, defended by science and spectacle, and ultimately acquitted in the court of com...

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Actually yes… we’re doing an entire episode on peanuts—and naturally, peanut butter too.

On this nutty (but not actually a nut) edition of Info On The Go, we dig deep into the underground legume that shaped diets, science, agriculture, and pop culture. From ancient Incan peanut paste to the classic PB&J, from George Washington Carver’s revolutionary innovations to Elvis Presley’s legendary "Fool’s Gold Loaf,&q...

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Grab your shovel and your pail—we’re digging into the wild world of sand!
 You know it as the stuff stuck between your toes or hiding in your car floor mats, but this gritty grain is secretly holding up civilization. From the beaches we vacation on to the skyscrapers we live in, from your phone screen to cutting-edge energy storage, sand is everywhere—and doing far more than you think.

In this episode, we uncover t...

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Today, we’re spotlighting a plant you’ve probably pulled out of your garden, stepped on by the roadside, or mistaken for a weed—and that’s because, well, it is a weed. But not just any weed.

Meet lamb’s quarters (Chenopodium album), also known as goosefoot, wild spinach, and sometimes (mistakenly) lumped in with pigweed. This scrappy little green might not win any beauty contests, but it's quietly packing a nutrit...

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Ley lines: are they ancient trade routes, channels of Earth’s subtle energy, or just a coincidence of dots and lines on a map? Today, we dive deep into one of the most compelling—and controversial—concepts in landscape lore. From Alfred Watkins’ early 20th-century theory of “old straight tracks” to New Age beliefs about planetary chakras, energy vortexes, and even extraterrestrial GPS systems, ley lines have sparked f...

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On this episode of Info On The Go, we explore menopause not as a single event, but as a powerful journey through three interconnected stages: perimenopause, menopause, and post menopause. We break down the biology, bust myths, and bring clarity to a transition that affects half the world’s population—but is still too often misunderstood or stigmatized.

We’ll explain what’s happening inside the body during each phase, f...

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Today, we’re talking about a fruit so colossal, so spiky, and so downright bizarre that it could pass for an alien egg or a tropical yoga ball with attitude. Meet the jackfruit: nature’s overachiever.

From its roots in South Asia to its rise as a vegan meat alternative in the West, the jackfruit (aka Artocarpus heterophyllus or nangka) is more than just a conversation starter at the farmer’s market. It’s the largest tr...

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Massachusetts—known as the Bay State—is more than just a birthplace of the American Revolution. In this sweeping episode of Info On The Go, we explore its deep and complex history, from the vibrant cultures of the Massachusett, Wampanoag, Nipmuc, and Pocumtuc tribes, to the arrival of the Pilgrims, the signing of the Mayflower Compact, and the founding of Boston as a Puritan "city upon a hill."

We spotlight k...

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We’ve all heard the stories: “Back in my day, we walked five miles to school, uphill both ways… in the snow… even in the summer!” But before heated seats and Wi-Fi, school transportation had a much more rugged journey—and on this episode of Info On The Go, we’re hopping on board to explore it.

From humble horse-drawn "kid hacks" trundling down dusty roads to sleek electric buses quietly gliding through neighb...

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On this episode of Info On The Go, we dive into one of the most controversial—and misunderstood—chapters in modern food history: Lean Finely Textured Beef, better known by its infamously unappetizing nickname, pink slime.

At the center of this tale is Eldon Roth, a self-taught innovator who reimagined how the meat industry could operate. Through high-tech processes like centrifugation and ammonium hydroxide treatment, ...

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For over a thousand years, the coca leaf has been deeply woven into the cultural, medicinal, and spiritual lives of Indigenous South Americans. But from ancient rituals to modern addiction, its story is anything but simple. In this episode of Info On The Go, we trace the journey of Erythroxylum coca—from sacred leaf to scientific marvel, from colonial exploitation to a central figure in the modern drug trade.

We’ll unc...

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On this episode of Info on the Go, we’re firing up history’s most transformative invention—the steam engine.

From ancient Greek curiosity to industrial workhorse, the steam engine powered revolutions in more ways than one. We'll take you step-by-step through how it works, from boiling water in a pressure-filled boiler to turning pistons, wheels, and eventually, the gears of modern life.

We’ll travel back to the 1st...

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Welcome to a sizzling journey on this Dash of Info On The Go, technology, and tradition in Let’s Just Start with Cast Iron—an episode dedicated to one of the most beloved and battle-tested materials in history.

From ancient Chinese forges to your grandma’s seasoned skillet, we explore how cast iron evolved from a revolutionary metallurgical breakthrough to an industrial powerhouse and finally, a kitchen icon. You’ll le...

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In this inspiring episode of Info On The Go, we explore the extraordinary life and legacy of Temple Grandin—a scientist, inventor, and autism advocate whose unique mind reshaped two worlds: animal science and autism awareness.

From her early struggles with communication and social connection to her groundbreaking work in humane livestock handling, Grandin’s journey is one of resilience, innovation, and advocacy. Raised...

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On this powerful episode of Info On The Go, we begin with the incredible survival story of Tami Oldham Ashcraft—a journey of love, loss, and unimaginable resilience. In 1983, Tami and her fiancé set sail on a dream voyage across the Pacific, only to be struck by a catastrophic hurricane that changed everything. Left alone on a wrecked yacht, 1,500 miles from land and grieving the loss of her partner, Tami navigated th...