Interesting Things with JC #1225: "The Infamous Gardner Museum Heist" - Two men. Police uniforms. A museum filled with priceless art. They walked in. They walked out. 500 million dollars gone. No alarms. No arrests. No answers. Where is the art? Who pulled off the greatest art heist in history?

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.

Interesting Things with JC #1199: "The Battle of Edinburgh 1547 – The Rough Wooing War" – England’s aggressive campaign to force Scotland into union led to devastation, but it also strengthened Scotland’s ties to France.

Interesting Things with JC #1187: "Who Were the Ancient North Eurasians?" - Nearly 24,000 years ago, a boy near Lake Baikal was buried with mammoth ivory carvings. His DNA reveals a surprising link between Ancient North Eurasians and populations across the Americas, Europe, and South Asia. Explore how their migrations shaped human genetics, languages, and technologies.

Interesting Things with JC #1186: "Chevrolet K10" – The Chevy K10 wasn’t just another pickup; it was a symbol of rugged durability. From its early days in the 1960s to the iconic square-body design of the 1970s and 80s, this truck built a legacy on farms, job sites, and off-road trails. Discover how the K10 evolved and why it remains a sought-after classic today.

Interesting Things with JC #1184: "National Girls and Women in Sports Day" – From running secret marathons to making history in horse racing, these lesser-known female athletes redefined what’s possible. Discover the untold stories of trailblazers who changed the game forever.

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 #1155: "The Scent of Apples Eases Claustrophobia" – Trapped in fear? Unlock the surprising power of apples to bring calm in confined spaces. A quick listen could change how you see anxiety forever.

Interesting Things with JC #1154: "Pronoia" - Is the world secretly on your side? Discover the electrifying concept of pronoia and how it might transform your outlook on life.

Interesting Things with JC #1152: "Antikythera Mechanism" – Hidden for centuries in a shipwreck, this 2,000-year-old device could predict eclipses, track planets, and model the heavens. The Antikythera Mechanism showcases a level of innovation that reshaped our understanding of ancient Greek science.

Interesting Things with JC #1141: "The Christmas Eve Escape of the S.S. Vega" - On Christmas Eve 1944, the S.S. Vega arrived in the Channel Islands, bringing relief after years of German occupation. Discover the powerful story of survival, aid, and hope in the midst of war.

Interesting Things with JC #1138: "Shared Existence" - What does it mean to be truly seen? This episode explores the depth of human connection, vulnerability, and how recognition transforms the way we see ourselves.

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 #1107: "White Ship Disaster" - A maritime catastrophe in 1120 that changed England forever. Discover how this tragedy shaped medieval history.

Interesting Things with JC #1087: "The Lady in Red: The Haunting of Chicago’s Drake Hotel" - On New Year’s Eve, 1920, heartbreak turned deadly at Chicago’s Drake Hotel, leaving behind the ghostly legend of The Lady in Red.

Interesting Things with JC #1086: "The Greenbrier Ghost: A Murder Solved from Beyond the Grave" - In 1897, Greenbrier County, West Virginia saw a ghost story cross into the courtroom as a ghost’s testimony contributed to one of the strangest convictions in American legal history.

Interesting Things with JC #1085: "The Hammersmith Ghost: A Haunting That Led to a Legal Precedent" - In 1803, the Hammersmith district in London was gripped by reports of a ghost terrorizing the streets. The sightings culminated in tragedy and murder. The result of which set legal precedent in British law.

Interesting Things with JC #1072: "Piezoelectric Crystals & the Human Pineal Gland" – Could the piezoelectric crystals found in the human pineal gland interact with electromagnetic fields? This episode explores the fascinating intersection of biology and piezoelectricity, raising questions about how our bodies might respond to unseen environmental energies.

Interesting Things with JC #1033: "Why Do Shrimp Stand Up?" - Shrimp standing up isn’t just a curious sight, it’s a genetic behavior! Let’s dive into the details!!

Interesting Things with JC #1032: "The Amber Room" - The Amber Room, known as the "Eighth Wonder of the World," was a masterpiece of art and opulence, made of amber panels, gold leaf, and mirrors.

But during WWII, this magnificent room vanished, and its whereabouts remain one of history's greatest mysteries.

Join us as we explore the story of its creation, disappearance, and the ongoing search for this lost treasure.