A Short Story Podcast Series

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- Episodes vary in duration from 30 seconds to 8 minutes.
- All episodes are royalty free in their entirety—except for #509.
- If you have an idea for an episode, please reach out to our team and we’ll happily schedule the topic for a future recording.
- Priority is given to homeschooling parents, teachers, educators, and lifelong learning professionals.
- Select episodes now include free curriculum materials at the bottom of the episode page, designed to support open education initiatives, teachers, classrooms, and homeschool use. These materials are aligned to multiple educational standards globally.
- The podcast is currently in common carriage on the Podcast Radio Network.
- In London, you can listen to the Podcast Radio Network over the air on DAB+ and access its variety of podcasts and audio content directly through your DAB+ radio.
- In the USA, you can listen to "Interesting Things with JC" on Podcast Radio US over the air in various cities: in Detroit on 93.5 FM and WCSX-94.7 HD2, in Tampa on 1010 WHFS-AM, in Charlotte on 94.7 FM and WSOC-HD3, and in Ft. Myers/Naples on 96.5 FM, 101.5 FM, 105.1 FM, and WXKB-HD2.
Curriculum Summary for Educators, Homeschoolers, and Lifelong Learners
Interesting Things with JC now features free curriculum materials to go with select episodes, created for teachers, homeschool families, and curious learners of all ages.
Each episode includes a modular micro-lesson designed to support a 30 to 45 minute class. Curriculum content appears at the bottom of the episode page in easy-to-use expandable sections.
Each lesson includes:
- Lesson overview (title, grade level, subject area, learning objectives)
- Key vocabulary with phonetic spelling and plain-language definitions
- Core story content based on the Precise Storytelling Framework
- Full podcast transcript
- Student worksheet with comprehension and writing prompts
- Teacher guide with pacing, strategies, and discussion tools
- Quiz and assessment rubric
- Standards alignment across multiple global frameworks
We are currently piloting lesson alignment to:

Approved Standards – High-Level List
- NGSS – Next Generation Science Standards
- CCSS – Common Core State Standards (ELA and Math)
- C3 Framework – College, Career & Civic Life (Social Studies)
- ISTE Standards – Technology and Digital Literacy
- NCAS – National Core Arts Standards
- CTE Career Clusters – U.S. Career & Technical Education
- ACRL Framework – Higher Ed Information Literacy
- Bloom’s Taxonomy – Cognitive Learning Objectives
- UDL – Universal Design for Learning (Accessibility Support)
International Academic Equivalents (Content-Only)
- UK National Curriculum – Key Stages 3–5 (England)
- AQA / OCR / Edexcel – UK Exam Board Specifications
- IB (International Baccalaureate) – PYP, MYP, DP (academic subjects only)
- Cambridge International – IGCSE, AS/A-Level (non-political content areas)
All lessons are open educational resources (OER) and designed with homeschool flexibility in mind.
- To review examples, visit episode #1235 and #1237 and scroll down
- If you intend to feature the series on your podcast or use it in your broadcast feed as interstitial content, please tag us on social media and/or send us an email.

JC 3/14/25 JC 3/14/25

1221: "Psychological Warfare"

Interesting Things with JC #1221: "Psychological Warfare" - From ancient empires to modern cyber tactics, psychological warfare has shaped history. Fear deception & propaganda win battles before they begin.

JC 3/13/25 JC 3/13/25

1220: "Magnetoreception in Animals"

Interesting Things with JC #1220: "Magnetoreception in Animals" - Some animals navigate the world with an invisible force sensing Earth's magnetic field like a built in compass. Birds migrate across continents. Sharks track prey. Turtles return home after years at sea!

JC 3/12/25 JC 3/12/25

1219: "The Law of Assumption"

Interesting Things with JC #1219: "The Law of Assumption" - Neville Goddard claimed it does. But is it psychology or wishful thinking? Explore how assumptions influence outcomes.

JC 3/11/25 JC 3/11/25

1218: "5000 Year Battery"

Interesting Things with JC #1218: "5000 Year Battery" - A battery that lasts for millennia without ever needing a recharge sounds impossible but the nuclear diamond battery could make it a reality. Using carbon-14 from nuclear waste encased in diamond this technology could revolutionize energy storage for medical implants satellites and remote sensors.

JC 3/10/25 JC 3/10/25

1217: "ADHD A Hunters Edge or Desk Job Disorder?"

Interesting Things with JC #1217: "ADHD A Hunters Edge or Desk Job Disorder?" - Once an asset for survival ADHD traits helped early humans stay alert and adaptable But in today's rigid world they are seen as a disorder Is ADHD really a flaw or just an evolutionary mismatch.

JC 3/9/25 JC 3/9/25

1216 "American Shipbuilding"

Interesting Things with JC #1216 "American Shipbuilding" - From colonial frigates to nuclear-powered carriers US shipbuilding shaped history. But decades of decline left the nation reliant on foreign-built ships until now.

JC 3/8/25 JC 3/8/25

1215: "Apollo and Daphne - The Chase of Immortal Desire"

Interesting Things with JC #1215: "Apollo and Daphne - The Chase of Immortal Desire" - What happens when the god of light falls for a nymph who wants nothing to do with him?

JC 3/7/25 JC 3/7/25

1214: "The Leshy"

Interesting Things with JC #1214: "The Leshy" - Was it just a folktale, or did something truly lurk in the depths of Eastern Europe’s forests?

JC 3/6/25 JC 3/6/25

1213: "How Do Escalators Work?"

Interesting Things with JC #1213: "How Do Escalators Work?" - Escalators are more than moving staircases. They use a continuous loop of gears chains and rollers to transport thousands safely every hour. Learn how they work and what keeps them running.

JC 3/5/25 JC 3/5/25

1212: "Hawk-Eye Technology"

Interesting Things with JC #1212: "Hawk-Eye Technology" - From controversial calls to unquestionable precision, Hawk-Eye has changed how sports are officiated. With millimeter accuracy, this technology has become essential in tennis, cricket, soccer, and beyond. Explore how it works and why it’s shaping the future of sports.

JC 3/4/25 JC 3/4/25

1211: "3425"

Interesting Things with JC 1211: "3425" - What if a simple number wasn’t so simple? 3425 is a semi-prime with cryptographic significance, a number that changes properties when reversed, and one that has surfaced in digital security and code breaking methods. From encryption to historical transmissions, 3425 may be more than just four digits.

JC 3/3/25 JC 3/3/25

1210: "Why use a Rebar Stretcher?"

Interesting Things with JC #1210: "Why use a Rebar Stretcher?" - Rebar is the backbone of modern construction but what happens when a piece comes up short Enter the rebar stretcher a tool designed to adjust reinforcing steel on-site! Discover how it works and why it's a must-have for any serious builder

JC 3/2/25 JC 3/2/25

1209: "GibberLink"

Interesting Things with JC #1209: "GibberLink" - GibberLink Mode lets AI detect each other and switch from human speech to a machine-specific language. It boosts efficiency but raises concerns. If AI no longer needs human language, how do we stay in control?

JC 3/1/25 JC 3/1/25

1208: "The Eye on the Back of the US Dollar"

Interesting Things with JC #1208: "The Eye on the Back of the US Dollar" – The All-Seeing Eye has sparked endless speculation, but what’s the real story? Was it placed on the dollar by secret societies, or does its meaning go much deeper? This episode unravels the true origins of one of America’s most iconic symbols.

JC 2/28/25 JC 2/28/25

1207: "Mystery of the Twelfth Imam"

Interesting Things with JC #1207: "Mystery of the Twelfth Imam" - One of the greatest mysteries in Islamic history—did the Twelfth Imam truly disappear, or is he waiting to return? For over a thousand years, this belief has shaped religious movements, political structures, and global conflicts.

Please note: I’ve done my best to pronounce all names as accurately as possible. If I’ve mispronounced anything, I sincerely apologize in advance and appreciate your understanding.

JC 2/27/25 JC 2/27/25

1206: “What Is a Topoconductor and Why Does It Matter?”

Interesting Things with JC #1206: “What Is a Topoconductor and Why Does It Matter?” - Topoconductors are unlocking quantum computing AI and energy advances. They aren’t the future they’re now…and this advancement has the potential to revolutionize humanity.

JC 2/26/25 JC 2/26/25

1205: "How do Automated Car Wash Tiers Work?"

Interesting Things with JC #1205: "How do Automated Car Wash Tiers Work?" - How does a Car Wash know what service your car should get Sensors solenoids and millisecond timing make it happen Learn how the system ensures perfect results.

JC 2/25/25 JC 2/25/25

1204: “Eastern Air Lines Flight 304 – The Tragedy Over Lake Pontchartrain”

Interesting Things with JC #1204: “Eastern Air Lines Flight 304 – The Tragedy Over Lake Pontchartrain” - Nine minutes after takeoff, Flight 304 vanished over Lake Pontchartrain. No warning. No survivors. Investigators found wreckage but no definitive cause. Could an instrument failure have sent the pilots into a deadly spiral? The mystery remains, but its lessons shaped the future of aviation.

JC 2/24/25 JC 2/24/25

1203: "The Speed of Light"

Interesting Things with JC #1203: "The Speed of Light" - In 1676, Ole Rømer made a groundbreaking discovery—proving light had a measurable speed. By observing Jupiter’s moon Io, he revealed the first true calculation of how fast light travels. This revelation defied centuries of belief and set the stage for modern physics.

JC 2/23/25 JC 2/23/25

1202: "Raising Valor - The Flag on Iwo Jima"

Interesting Things with JC #1202: "Raising Valor - The Flag on Iwo Jima" - The flag on Iwo Jima became an icon—but behind the photo was sacrifice, survival, and loss. This is the real story of this defining WWII moment.