Interesting Things with JC #871: "A Visit from St. Nicholas - The Night Before Christmas" encapsulates the enchanting tale of St. Nicholas embarking on his magical journey on Christmas Eve, guided by his reindeer and sleigh. As he delivers gifts to children, the story paints a vivid picture of snowy rooftops, festive joy, and the timeless magic of the holiday season, leaving readers and listeners captivated by its charm and merriment. Enjoy JC’s iteration of the original poem by Clement Clarke Moore.

Interesting Things with JC #799: "Lillie Langtry" - Explore the fascinating life of actress Lillie Langtry, who rose to fame in the Victorian era and became the mistress of King Edward VII, leaving a mark on British society. From her theatrical success to her scandalous love affair, Langtry's story is one of intrigue and allure.

Interesting Things with JC #784: "You've got a Long Row to Hoe" - Explore the origin of this enduring phrase that underscores the importance of hard work, character development, and the virtues of perseverance.

A very special "thank you" to Paige King Johnson for inspiring today's episode!

Ref - https://linktr.ee/paigekingjohnson

Interesting Things with JC #715: "The Chinese Water Deer" - Unveil the captivating tale of this unique animal, its tusks, and wetland lifestyle!

Interesting Things with JC #693: "Harmful Algae Blooms" - Learn about harmful algal blooms and their impact on our waters, health, and environment. Discover how these excessive algae growths can harm aquatic life, contaminate drinking water, and why it's important to avoid contact with them.

Interesting Things with JC #528: "Antarctic Meteorite" - International scientists discover 5 meteorites, including one weighing 16.7 pounds, in Antarctica using satellite imagery.

Ref - https://actus.ulb.be/fr/actus/recherche/mission-en-antarctique-decouverte-dune-meteorite-de-7-6-kg

Interesting Things with JC #506: "Fat Dogs" - Overweight dogs are more likely to become obese, which can lead to inflammation and disease. Overweight or obese dogs account for 59% of dogs in the United States and 63% of dogs in the United Kingdom.

Interesting Things with JC #470: "Big Turkey!" - The largest turkey ever measured weighed 86 pounds (39kg) in London on December 12, 1989

Interesting Things #459: "Crystals That Generate Electricity From Heat" - A new study shows that simple changes to a synthetic copper mineral's composition can give it a complex structure and microstructure, laying the groundwork for properties that could change the way industry generates electricity.

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Interesting Things with JC #456: "Tongue Prints" - Like fingerprints, each person has a unique tongue print. The tongue is an important organ inside the mouth that is well protected from the outside world. It has unique parts that are different for each person, even between identical twins.

Interesting Things with JC #452: "An Illinois-Shaped Cornflake" - In 2008, two sisters from Virginia discovered an Illinois-shaped cornflake and, believe it or not, sold it on eBay for $1,350.

Interesting Things with JC #450: “Love Your Lawyer Day" is observed on November 4, which is the first Friday of the month this year.

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.