Interesting Things with JC #1168: "Presidential Inaugurations in the Rotunda" - The U.S. Capitol Rotunda has hosted only five presidential inaugurations, each under extraordinary circumstances. From Monroe’s rainy day to Trump in 2025, uncover the stories behind these historic events.

Interesting Things with JC #1167: "AI and Gut Bacteria" - Discover the groundbreaking fusion of AI and gut bacteria that's boosting immunity, fighting infections, and transforming cancer treatments. This is the future of medicine.

Interesting Things with JC #1165: "WW2 German Escape Myths" - Were Nazis hiding in plain sight in Argentina? Did Antarctica hold dark secrets from the Third Reich? This gripping episode unveils the scandals, conspiracies, and moral dilemmas of a world grappling with the aftermath of WW2.

Interesting Things with JC #1163: "AI in IVF" – Can AI deliver miracles? Learn about the woman who achieved a “miracle pregnancy” through AI-enhanced IVF after years of heartbreak. Learn how this tech is reshaping fertility treatments and bringing hope to countless families.

Interesting Things with JC #1162: "mRNA Cancer Vaccine" – Russia has unveiled an mRNA-based cancer vaccine designed to be free and personalized for patients. This bold claim has raised hopes—and skepticism. Learn about the science, the challenges, and what makes this potential breakthrough so intriguing.

Interesting Things with JC #1161: "What Are Ivermectin and Fenbendazole?" – Discover how two everyday antiparasitic drugs are making waves in cancer research. With the potential to boost immunity and halt cancer growth, could these medications be the breakthrough we've been waiting for?

Interesting Things with JC #1159: "Circadian Rhythm and Inflammation" - Explore the fascinating connection between your body’s circadian clock and inflammation. This episode reveals how the timing of immune responses could revolutionize treatments for chronic diseases like arthritis.

Interesting Things with JC #1157: "SuperAlignment" – As artificial intelligence advances, how do we ensure it works in humanity's best interest? This episode exposes the concept of superalignment, the challenges of aligning AI with human values, and the global efforts to make advanced AI safe and ethical.

Interesting Things with JC #1156: "Erik the Red - A Legacy of Exploration and Connection" - Turning exile into conquest, while founding Greenland, and forging a path for Norse exploration.

Interesting Things with JC #1150: "Second Sleep" – What if waking up at night wasn’t insomnia, but a link to an ancient rhythm? Long before electric lights, humanity followed two distinct phases of sleep. Discover how this practice shaped cultures and what science reveals about its benefits today.

Interesting Things with JC #1149: "The Hidden Language of the Brain: Intrinsic Traveling Waves"

Did you know your brain has its own hidden ripples that shape how you experience the world?

In this episode, we dive into the groundbreaking research on intrinsic traveling waves—patterns of neural activity that prime your senses and may hold the key to new therapies for neurological disorders.

This episode was inspired by “AJ”

Ref: Davis ZW, Busch A, Steward C, Muller L, Reynolds J. Horizontal cortical connections shape intrinsic traveling waves into feature-selective motifs that regulate perceptual sensitivity. Cell Rep. 2024 Sep 24;43(9):114707. doi: 10.1016/j.celrep.2024.114707. Epub 2024 Sep 6. PMID: 39243374; PMCID: PMC11485754.

Interesting Things with JC #1146: "Sassoon Jeans – The Denim Revolution" – In the late '70s, Sassoon Jeans transformed denim into high fashion, blending luxury with style. Discover the story behind this cultural icon and how it changed fashion forever.

Interesting Things with JC #1145: "The Library of Ashurbanipal: The World's First Repository of Knowledge" - King Ashurbanipal’s library in Nineveh preserved ancient wisdom on clay tablets, from myths to medicine. Discover its story and lasting legacy.

Interesting Things with JC #1144: "The Power Source of Voyager 1" - Discover how radioisotope thermoelectric generators power Voyager 1’s 50-year mission and interstellar journey.

Interesting Things with JC #1140: "Operation Christmas Drop" - What began in 1952 as a small act of kindness has become a cherished holiday tradition. Operation Christmas Drop, the world’s longest-running humanitarian airlift, brings essential supplies and festive cheer to remote Pacific islands. Learn how this annual mission exemplifies the true spirit of the season.

Interesting Things with JC #1137: "David Atlee Phillips" - From Cold War coups to whispered ties with JFK’s assassination, CIA officer David Atlee Phillips’s career is shrouded in intrigue.

Interesting Things with JC #1136: "Everything is Connected" - Explore the profound idea that everything in our world is interlinked. Discover how ancient philosophies and modern science align to reveal a universe bound together in surprising ways.

Interesting Things with JC #1132: "Quantum Cryptography" - Dive into the fascinating world of quantum cryptography, where cutting-edge technology meets quantum mechanics to revolutionize data security. Learn how quantum key distribution (QKD) uses photons to make data virtually unhackable!

Interesting Things with JC #1131: "A Simple Riddle 9" - Think you’ve got what it takes to solve today’s riddle? Test your brainpower, but don’t forget—pause the podcast before I give you the answer if you need more time to think!

Interesting Things with JC #1128: "The Record-Breaking Run of Maureen Wilton" - At just 13 years old, Maureen Wilton broke the women’s marathon world record in 1967.