Wait, What! Why?
Husband and wife duo, Nicole and Dennis Gallagher, dig into the origins of the things that we do on a daily basis.
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Hello everyone and welcome back to Wait, What! Why? The podcast that ponders the origins behind the things we do. Thank you for taking the time to join us today as we discuss the origins of America's favorite summer treat, S’mores!
Today we look at the origins behind the three ingredients of S'mores, marshmallow, chocolate, and Graham crackers. Did you know there is actually a Mallow Plant? Did you know that Milt...
Welcome to Wait, What? Why! The podcast that ponders why we do the things that we do! For Ep. 21, the Gallagher's discuss the origins behind the white wedding dress and some wedding superstitions.
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Welcome to Wait, What? Why! The podcast that ponders why we do the things that we do! For Ep. 20, the Gallagher's discuss the origins behind wedding traditions.
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Welcome to Wait, What? Why! The podcast that ponders why we do the things that we do! For Ep. 19, the Gallagher's discuss the origins behind birthday traditions.
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Welcome to Wait, What? Why! The podcast that ponders why we do the things that we do! For Ep. 18, the Gallagher's discuss the origins behind Cinco de Mayo.
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Welcome to Wait, What? Why! The podcast that ponders why we do the things that we do! For Ep. 17, the Gallagher's discuss the origins behind beer in America.
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Disclaimer: We apologize for the recording quality. We didn't realize it at the time of recording. After the fact, Den and I decided not to re-record given that our conversations were authentic and we didn't think we could replicate that.
Welcome to Wait, What? Why! The podcast that ponders why we do the things that we do! For Ep. 16, the Gallagher's discuss the origins behind beer.
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Welcome to Wait, What? Why! The podcast that ponders why we do the things that we do! For Ep. 15, the Gallagher's discuss the origins behind April Fools Day.
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Welcome to Wait, What? Why! The podcast that ponders why we do the things that we do! For Ep. 14, the Gallagher's discuss the origins behind St. Patrick's Day.
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Welcome to Wait, What? Why! The podcast that ponders why we do the things that we do! For Ep. 13, the Gallagher's discuss the origins behind Mardi Gras.
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Welcome to Wait, What? Why! The podcast that ponders why we do the things that we do! For Ep. 12, the Gallagher's discuss the origins behind downhill skiing.
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Welcome to Wait, What? Why! The podcast that ponders why we do the things that we do! For Ep. 11, Nicole and her daughter Hannah, discuss the origins behind downhill skiing.
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Welcome to Wait, What? Why! The podcast that ponders why we do the things that we do! For Ep. 10 husband and wife duo, Nicole and Dennis, discuss the origins behind the New Years Resolutions.
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Please reach out to us on any social media at waitwhatwhypod. This includes Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. You can also always email us at waitwhatwhypod@gmail.com. we want to hear your Resolutions or...
Welcome to Wait, What? Why! The podcast that ponders why we do the things that we do! For Ep. 9 husband and wife duo, Nicole and Dennis, discuss the origins behind the New Years Eve Ball Drop.
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Please reach out to us on any social media at waitwhatwhypod. This includes Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. You can also always email us at waitwhatwhypod@gmail.com. we want to hear your quirky family...
Welcome to Wait, What? Why! The podcast that ponders why we do the things that we do! For Ep. 8 husband and wife duo, Nicole and Dennis, discuss the origins behind Santa Claus.
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Welcome to Wait, What? Why! The podcast that ponders why we do the things that we do! For episode 7 husband and wife duo, Nicole and Dennis, discuss the origins behind Christmas Trees. Do you have a real or artificial Christmas tree? And who came up with the idea of hanging the tree upside from the ceiling?
Sources:
https://www.history.com/topics/christmas/history-of-christmas-trees
Welcome to our first Minisode of Wait, What? Why! The podcast that ponders why we do the things that we do! For this episode, husband and wife duo, Nicole and Dennis, discuss the origins behind the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.
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Welcome to Wait, What? Why! The podcast that ponders why we do the things that we do! For this episode Nicole Gallagher and her daughter, Megan will be diving into the origins of Thanksgiving. I bet you think you already know the story but there are some twists and turns along the way to becoming the holiday we celebrate today.
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What are some kooky traditions you have for Thanksgiving? We wo...
Welcome to Wait, What? Why! The podcast that ponders why we do the things that we do! For episode 5 husband and wife duo, Nicole and Dennis, discuss the origins behind tailgating.
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Please share your favorite tailgating stories. Where you were, the food you ate and the crazy sh*t you've seen. We would love to have an episode where we can share your stories too! Please email us at waitwhatw...
Do you love the excitement of jump scares in movies? Do you seek out the spookiest of haunted houses or cornfields? How about the craziest roller coasters? Or do you steer clear from all of these thrill seeking behaviors? Find out why in this bonus episode of Wait, What! Why?
Nicole Gallagher and special guest, Camryn, discuss their favorite scary movies, horror video games, podcasts and more and why we are drawn to these ...
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