Latex paint is borderline magical. You can wash it off without excess chemicals. It can be used as a single coat to cover up another color. It has an extended shelf life, and it's used everywhere. It's an overlooked modern marvel. This episode is inspired by John Gionis with Spartan Contracting of Rhode Island.

Electric clippers, also called automatic clippers, are the improved version of the manual clippers that use the power of an electric motor to perform the cutting action of the blades. From Bizumic to Wahl, we look at the history of the manual and electric hair clippers, and learn more about the history of the Wahl product line.

Summer Sausage was made in Europe for hundreds of years, & immigrants brought their recipes to the new world. It's so popular that we actually have been gifting it for decades. Let's learn about Summer Sausage, the world renown quality competition for meat, and reminisce of times gone by with your favorite appetizer.

Interesting Things with JC #116: “The Christmas Tree” - Celebrated around the world, this icon of the holiday season days back quite some time. Let's look back at the history of the Christmas tree. Why is it done, where does the tradition come from, how many bugs are on real trees, aluminum trees and more!

From agricultural equipment, construction equipment, power generation and power transmission equipment Allis Chalmers made is mark on society. Let's learn about the important role this company played in the Manhattan project as well as the history of their Farm equipment line, and more!

Interesting Things with JC #112: “The Elusive 10mm Socket” - It has evaded mechanics, automotive enthusiasts, and pretty much every single human on the globe. Mystique surrounding the 10 mm socket puts it on par with the Bermuda triangle, UFOs, and Bigfoot. Let's learn a little bit more about the 10mm socket, sockets in general, and why this one particular tool disappears constantly across the globe.

Interesting Things with JC #111: “Winter Tires” — What sets winter tires apart? Dive into why these tires are crucial for safe driving, their unique features, and surprisingly, why you might even need them in warmer climates like Florida!

Interesting Things with JC #110: “The Magic of Model Trains” — Journey through the enchanting history of model and toy trains, from their humble beginnings to today’s multi-million dollar displays in Germany. Explore how these intricate creations not only ignite the imagination but also keep the spirit of youth alive into our later years. This episode also delves into the special connection model trains have with the holiday season, capturing their enduring magic and mystique.

Interesting Things with JC #109: “RC Cola and a Moon Pie” - A Match Made in Heaven. RC Cola and Moon Pies are often mentioned in the same breath, akin to peanut butter and jelly. But how did this pairing come to be viewed as such a perfect match? Discover the fascinating histories of both the Moon Pie and RC Cola & explore how these two iconic treats became an irresistible combination.

Interesting Things with JC #107: “KFC, Japan, and Christmas” - In Japan, KFC is a holiday staple, with clever marketing driving $53 million in sales annually. Let's explore this unique cultural phenomenon!

Interesting Things with JC #106: “Spitting” - Exploring the social norms, legal implications, and potential severity of spitting. Let's delve into this intriguing topic!

Interesting Things with JC #105: “Popcorn as Insulation” - Ever wondered about the origins of popcorn? Additionally, were you aware that scientists at the University of Göttingen in Germany have pioneered a new method for producing insulation boards using 'granulated' popcorn?

Interesting Things with JC #104: “Nuke the Moon” - In the 1950s, an unconventional strategy emerged in the space race against the Soviet Union: rather than landing astronauts on the Moon, some proposed detonating nuclear weapons on its surface, creating visible mushroom clouds visible globally.

Interesting Things with JC #103: “Julius Caesar and the Pirates” - In the Aegean Sea, pirates seized 25-year-old Roman nobleman Julius Caesar, en route to study in Rhodes. According to Plutarch, while the capture proved a minor inconvenience for Caesar, it spelled bad luck for the pirates.

Interesting Things with JC #102: “Moby Dick was Real” - Mocha Dick was a male sperm whale that lived in the Pacific Ocean in the early 19th century, usually encountered in the waters near Mocha Island, off the central coast of Chile. He was hunted for 20 years and destroyed more ships than any whale hunted before. The legend of Moby Dick aka Mocha Dick, was real.

One of most famous and fascinating duels in US history involved Andrew Jackson and Charles Dickinson. Dickinson insulted Jackson’s wife after a long tenured trade of insults in the newspapers.

Dickinson was regarded as one of the best shots in America and Jackson was a fearless soldier. The future President took a bullet to the chest, survived re-cocked his pistol and killed Dickinson.