As human beings, we are social creatures who enjoy each other’s company and expressing our feelings through the giving of gifts. How did people give gifts through the centuries? Let's find out!

An adult Giant Panda can grow as tall as five feet and they can weigh as much as 350 pounds. They can also consume 45 pounds of bamboo shoots in one day. Let's talk Pandas and discover more interesting things!

Palindrome dates, by their very nature, only occur in the early centuries of a millennium. There will be 36 of them during this millennium, with the last one occurring on Sept. 22, 2290.

The history of violin strings is perhaps different than you might expect. The history of the violin string started around 300 years ago, when the strings for the majority of bowed instruments such as the harp, cello, and violin, were all made from animals.

From the sidewalks of southern California to the Escondido reservoir, Tokyo to Mumbai, skateboarding has become so much more than a pastime. It's now an Olympic sport! It's provided a creative outlet as well as culturally influenced generations from the late 1940s till today. A special thanks to Mike in Laguna Beach for inspiring this episode.

To light a Christmas tree with electric lights before 1903 it would cost about $75. That's near $2500 today! Let's discuss since interesting facts and delve into Christmas lights. This story was inspired and suggested by Rob from Central Florida.

Tang Dynasty people (619 CE to 907 CE) were the ones who invented the bristle toothbrush. Europeans started using the bristle toothbrush a long time later in 17th century. Before the use of nylons, badger hair was used for making expensive toothbrushes while boar and pig hair was meant for cheaper ones. Let's find it more!

These new combines deliver an average of 45% more harvesting capacity across all crops, with no sacrifice in grain quality, while using 20% less fuel. The X9 can harvest up to 30 acres an hour in wheat. And it can harvest up to 7,200 bushels an hour in high-yielding corn, which is more than enough to fill 7 semi-trailer trucks per hour.

Through the development of its combine models, dating back to 1927, the company has demonstrated a sense a commitment to farmers everywhere. These machines can tip the scales at over $750k, but they did have humble beginnings. Let's dive into John Deere Combines and take a deeper look at the 9870!

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!

The Sugar Bowl, played January 1st, is one of the most prestigious NCAA Football bowl games played in the United States. Let's learn more about the history of the Sugar Bowl as well as all the good things the Sugar Bowl is doing to help the community in 2021 and beyond!

They're fluffy, loveable, and loyal. Their nose is always a bit wet though! The question of why a dog snout is wet may seem simple, but it has some interesting answers. From an amazing extra organ to enhanced senses, let's learn more about the nose of your dog.

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.