A Short Story Podcast Series
Interesting Things with JC
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Episodes vary in duration from 30 seconds to 8 minutes.
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1033: "Why Do Shrimp Stand Up?"
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!!
1011: "What Women Look for in Short-Term and Long-Term Relationships"
Interesting Things with JC #1011: "What Women Look for in Short-Term and Long-Term Relationships" - Discover how women's preferences in men shift from short-term flings to long-term bonds, focusing on the transition from physical attraction to emotional connection.
944: "Expect Change"
Interesting Things with JC #944: "Expect Change" - Explore the dynamics of change and its significance in life's journey.
555: "Mood Hoovers - Ain't Nobody Got Time For That"
Interesting Things with JC #555: "Mood Hoovers - Ain't Nobody Got Time For That" - Life is full of surprises, but you don't have to wait for them to happen. Take action, be unafraid, and approach each day like it's your first. Fill it with love, positivity, and gratitude. This Story was inspired by Ms Georgia Bow.
509: "Harry Chapin and Jim Connors"
Interesting Things with JC #509: "Harry Chapin & Jim Connors" - In this unique and profound 33-minute interview, we're given a window into the world of #HarryChapin and #JimConnors, two iconic figures in the music and radio industries. Jim Connors, renowned as the morning host at #WJET in #Erie, #WMEX in #Boston, and #WYSL in #Buffalo, had a keen eye for talent, significantly influencing the careers of numerous artists, including the gifted singer/songwriter Harry Chapin.
The discussion opens with how they first met in the Boston area, blossoming into a friendship that deeply influenced Chapin's early career. This interview not only highlights their personal bond but also delves into the creative process behind Chapin's third album, #ShortStories, released in #1973. The album features the international hit #WOLD, which brilliantly captures the intricate demands of the radio business while echoing a universal yearning for a more grounded, ordinary life. This song not only resonated with #radio personalities but also reportedly inspired #HughWilson to create the beloved #TV show #WKRP in #Cincinnati.
Further enriching this conversation, Harry Chapin shares the inspiration behind his hit song "Taxi," revealing the emotional depth and personal experiences that fuel his songwriting. The dialogue explores the struggles and successes within the music industry, highlighting the pivotal role of authenticity in creating music that genuinely connects with listeners. Chapin's approach to songwriting seeks to mirror the emotional authenticity of artists like Jacques Brel, whose profound impact on French music is well recognized.
Both Chapin and Connors discuss the importance of maintaining artistic integrity, even in the face of commercial pressures and the challenges of controversial lyrics. This segment sheds light on their views of the music industry, emphasizing the value of telling genuine stories and staying true to one's artistic vision.
Throughout their careers, both men have navigated the complexities of fame and the music industry, always striving to keep a strong connection with their audience and to remain grounded despite external pressures. This dialogue is a must-hear for anyone interested in the intricacies of songwriting, the history of radio broadcasting, and the enduring impact of genuine musical storytelling.
479: "Go See The World"
Interesting Things with JC #479: "Go See The World" - Explore as much of the planet as possible.
463: "Possible Habitable Super-Earth Discovered"
Interesting Things with JC #463: "Possible Habitable Super-Earth Discovered" - 105 lightyears away from Earth, scientists have discovered two Super-Earth planets near the star LP 890-9. They believe that one of these two planets could support life.
Delrez L. et al, Two temperate super-Earths transiting a nearby late-type M dwarf, Astronomy & Astrophysics, 2022
423: "Diogenes"
Interesting Things with JC #423: “Diogenes”—He was also referred to as Diogenes of Sinope or Diogenes the Cynic. He was a Greek philosopher who had enormous influence. He was born in Sinope, an Ionian settlement on Anatolia's Black Sea coast, in 412 or 404 BC, and passed away in Corinth in 323 BC.
415: "Moles and Your Past Life"
Interesting Things with JC #415: "Moles and Your Past Life" - The size, color, and shape of your mole can reveal a lot about your present and future. It can provide insight into your personality and your future circumstances. Thank you to Riley for inspiring today’s topic!
368: "Elvis Presley"
Interesting Things with JC #368: "Elvis Presley" was 42 years old when he passed on August 16th 1977.
299: "Juliana and the Blue Cross"
Interesting Things with JC #299: "Juliana and the Blue Cross" - A Great Dane saved her family from imminent death in WW2, earning her the prestigious Blue Cross medal.
264: "Naps"
Interesting Things with JC #264: "Naps" - Napping is amazing. We reach a point in our youth where we desire to stay up and not miss anything. Quickly, as we age, we realize that naps are kinda more than amazing. They can refresh, reinvigorate, and provide you a fresh perspective! But why...
242: "Charles Lightoller"
Interesting Things with JC #242: "Charles Lightoller" was trapped underwater after helping save people as the Titanic sank. A boiler exploded and sent him rushing back to the surface where he helped 30 more people. In WW2 he helped save another 127 people at Dunkirk.
220: "The Great Auk"
Interesting Things with JC #220: "The Great Auk" - While the Great Auk wasn't technically a penguin, it certainly looked like one, and in fact, it was the first bird to be loosely called a penguin. One significant difference, is that true penguins are restricted to the southern hemisphere, especially the fringes of Antarctica. The Great Auk lived along the farthest reaches of the northern Atlantic Ocean.
189 - Interesting Things: Presidents of the United States
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.
182 - Interesting Things: Library of Congress
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.
101: “Andrew Jackson Killed Charles Dickinson”
One of most famous and fascinating duels in US history involved Andrew Jackson and Charles Dickinson. Dickinson insulted Jackson’s wife after a long tenured trade of insults in the newspapers.
Dickinson was regarded as one of the best shots in America and Jackson was a fearless soldier. The future President took a bullet to the chest, survived re-cocked his pistol and killed Dickinson.