Interesting Things with JC #1250: "Great Loop Boating" – It’s not a race, it’s a rhythm. Across 7,500 miles of rivers, canals, and coastlines, the Great Loop offers a journey where tide, patience, and memory steer the way.

Interesting Things with JC #1249: "What is a Carpenters Board Stretcher?" – Carpentry doesn’t forgive shortcuts, and neither does experience.

Interesting Things with JC #1248: "Mahuffer – Wurst Place on the Beech!" – It started as a joke and became a legend. A bar where nothing is finished, everything is broken, and somehow…it’s perfect. This is Mahuffer, and it’s still standing.

Interesting Things with JC, Episode #1238: "The Calendar That Made Fools" – In 1582, Pope Gregory XIII dropped 10 days, rewrote leap year rules, and declared January 1st the new start of the year. But not everyone complied. The pranksters came next, and the fools followed.

Interesting Things with JC #1233: "Notification Hijacking – How Hackers Take Over Your Phone and Accounts" - You trust your phone. You trust your alerts. But what if one message, one vibration, wasn’t what it seemed? This episode exposes a chilling method hackers use to silently bypass your defenses and take over everything. You won’t see it coming.

Interesting Things with JC #1221: "Psychological Warfare" - From ancient empires to modern cyber tactics, psychological warfare has shaped history. Fear deception & propaganda win battles before they begin.

Interesting Things with JC #1198: "IWO JIMA" – The brutal battle for 8 square miles of volcanic rock forged legends. 70,000 U.S. Marines met hell—21,000 Japanese defenders refused surrender. 27 Medals of Honor for bravery—the most in any battle in U.S. history. Valor, sacrifice, and the flag atop Mount Suribachi became immortal.

Interesting Things with JC #1196: "Skara Brae" – A deadly storm in 1850 ripped the land open—and revealed a Neolithic village older than Stonehenge. Skara Brae’s stone homes, beds, and even toilets lay untouched for 5,000 years. But the same sea that unearthed it now threatens to wipe it away forever.

Interesting Things with JC #1176: "What is a Lab Leak?" – Recent reports are that COVID-19 most likely originated from a lab leak. Explore the history of lab leaks, their causes, and what they mean for global health and safety. Learn how past incidents shape future protections.

Interesting Things with JC #1173: "Astrobiology and Extremophiles" – Microbes that thrive in extreme environments may hold the key to life beyond Earth. Learn how extremophiles are shaping our understanding of the cosmos and space exploration.

Interesting Things with JC #1169: "How Language Connects Us" - Language is more than words—it’s the thread that connects humanity. From Proto-Indo-European roots to ancient scripts, discover how our words preserve shared values, link cultures, and echo across generations.

Interesting Things with JC #1164: "David Attenborough's Life on Earth Premieres" – January 16, 1979, marked the debut of "Life on Earth" a series that redefined nature documentaries worldwide.

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 #1120: "The Ocean's Midnight Zone" - Journey to the ocean's midnight zone, a dark and mysterious frontier teeming with bioluminescent creatures and extraordinary adaptations. Discover how life thrives in this extreme environment, where crushing pressure and freezing temperatures push biological boundaries. Explore why this little-known realm remains a critical focus for scientific discovery. Thank you to "Mr. Adalbert" for suggesting today's topic.

Interesting Things with JC #1114: "How Do You Cook a Turkey in a Deep Fryer?" - Curious about how to deep-fry a turkey? Let's reveal some essentials for a legendary meal!

Interesting Things with JC #1038: "Shipwreck of the Flor de la Mar" – A Portuguese treasure ship, met a tragic end in 1511 while carrying a massive cargo of gold, silver, and artifacts estimated at over a Billion Dollars today. Despite many attempts, its wreck and treasure remain lost beneath the sea.

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 #1031: "Dr. Viktor Adamenko & Bioplasma" - Dr. Viktor Adamenko introduced the controversial concept of "bioplasma" in the 1970s, suggesting that living organisms might have a subtle energy field. Explore the science behind bioplasma, the skepticism it faced, and its lasting impact on bioenergetics research.

This episode is dedicated to the new Dr. Delmont, your dedication and hard work are truly inspiring.

Interesting Things with JC #1023: "Dashe Cellars" - Explore how Michael and Anne Dashe’s passion for winemaking led to the creation of Dashe Cellars, a pioneering urban winery in Alameda, CA, known for its exceptional, sustainable wines.

Interesting Things with JC #071: "Why Eggs Float in Running Water" - Learn why eggs can float in running water!