Introducing "Interesting Things with JC" - a podcast that tackles a wide range of fascinating topics while combining historical accuracy, insight, and compelling narrative. Each episode is intended to inspire thought and promote learning. Tune in for a journey of discovery and unending curiosity.

Interesting Things with JC #088: "You Ain't Gonna Learn What You Don't Want To Know" - Explore Jerry Garcia's insightful quote on the importance of curiosity in learning and how it influences our understanding and retention of information.

Interesting Things with JC #904: "Understanding the Electrostatic Field" - Explore the captivating dynamics of electrostatic fields, from the intricate dance of particles within atoms to their practical applications in everyday life. Discover how charges attract and repel, shaping phenomena like static electricity and magnetic fields, and unlocking innovations in technology and science.

Interesting Things with JC #789: "You don't know what you don't know" explores the concept of awareness and ignorance, highlighting the importance of curiosity and continuous learning. This episode delves into the idea that there are endless possibilities waiting to be discovered beyond our current understanding, emphasizing the role of open-mindedness in personal growth and decision-making.

Interesting Things with JC #704: "Southern Proverb: From Head to Feet" - Discover the wisdom behind the southern proverb that emphasizes the value of practical skills and resourcefulness. Dive into a story that explores the significance of relying on physical abilities and instincts when knowledge falls short.

Interesting Things with JC #632: "Never Stop Learning" - Expand your mind and embrace self-improvement for a more fulfilling life. Seek new information, make mistakes, and learn from them!

Interesting Things with JC #613: "Be Your Own Humble Champion" -  Being your own champion means celebrating your successes, focusing on self-improvement, respecting others, accepting challenges, and staying grounded.

Interesting Things with JC #597: "Intelligent Goldfish" -  Don't underestimate the intelligence of the humble goldfish! They can learn and retain survival skills for up to 3 months, and even tell time. Their memory span may be longer than you think!

Presidents Day in the United States Commemorates and Honors the lives of all US Presidents. In this episode we reveal some interesting things about Presidents Adams, Grant, Harrison, Jefferson, Lincoln, Monroe, Regan, Roosevelt, and Truman.

The Library of Congress in Washington DC is essentially both the national library of the U.S. and the country's oldest federal cultural institution. Though it consists of only three buildings, it is the largest library in the world with more than 170 million items.

The Library’s African and Middle Eastern Division holds 600,000 volumes in the non-Roman script languages of the region. The oldest written material in the Library is a cuneiform tablet dating from 2040 B.C.