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.

Mary Sawyer, an 11-year-old girl in Boston, was followed to school one day in 1817 by her pet lamb, and she remembered her lamb all her life. The hand-reared lamb had little affection for its fellow sheep, preferring horses and cows as companions. But above all, the sheep loved Mary. It's attachment to Mary was similar to that of a lamb to it's own mother.

Laughing synchronizes the brains of both speaker and listener so that they become emotionally attuned. It also relaxes the whole body, even just watching people laugh activates the brain to prepare facial muscles to join in!

The Ozarks are an incredible region of the United States, popularized by tourism and the Netflix series. It's home to a rich history as well as vast and unique population, with interesting local folklore. One such story is that of the Blue Man who is believed to have made this region home.

The speed and the physical characteristics of sound vary with the change in its ambient conditions. Our ears are capable of hearing sound waves which lie in the range between 20 and 20,000 vibrations per second. Sound waves travel through solid matter, such as iron, stone, and steel, must faster than it moves through the air. Let's find out more!

KongThong is located in a beautiful lush region of Meghalaya. It's in this village that a unique language based on music exists. When a child is about to be born, the mother starts preparing a unique tone for her child. No two people have the same tone and is inspired by the sounds of birds and nature. They use this for their whole life to communicate.

The living root bridges of Meghalaya are a wonder of the world. The roots of rubber trees are put into hollow betel nut plant trunks and positioned to grow over rivers. Once to the other side, the roots are fortified and a natural bridge continues to grow!

Meghalaya is home to some of the most gorgeous lakes, hiking trails, mysterious caves and beautiful waterfalls. The state has a flourishing tourism industry, with around 1.28 million annual visitors, and has won the Guinness world record title for the wettest place on Earth with about 11,873 milliliters of rain annually.

The cerebral-looking organisms known as brain corals do not have brains, but they can grow six feet tall and live for up to 1000years. Thank you to tiktok creator and Influencer Marmaid808 for today's topic!

Pecan pie is an American creation. Climate is extremely important to growing pecans and there is no location better suited for pecans than Texas, they require 285 growing days with warm nights. It's time for pecan pie!

Latex paint is borderline magical. You can wash it off without excess chemicals. It can be used as a single coat to cover up another color. It has an extended shelf life, and it's used everywhere. It's an overlooked modern marvel. This episode is inspired by John Gionis with Spartan Contracting of Rhode Island.

Electric clippers, also called automatic clippers, are the improved version of the manual clippers that use the power of an electric motor to perform the cutting action of the blades. From Bizumic to Wahl, we look at the history of the manual and electric hair clippers, and learn more about the history of the Wahl product line.

Summer Sausage was made in Europe for hundreds of years, & immigrants brought their recipes to the new world. It's so popular that we actually have been gifting it for decades. Let's learn about Summer Sausage, the world renown quality competition for meat, and reminisce of times gone by with your favorite appetizer.

The Sugar Bowl, played January 1st, is one of the most prestigious NCAA Football bowl games played in the United States. Let's learn more about the history of the Sugar Bowl as well as all the good things the Sugar Bowl is doing to help the community in 2021 and beyond!

They're fluffy, loveable, and loyal. Their nose is always a bit wet though! The question of why a dog snout is wet may seem simple, but it has some interesting answers. From an amazing extra organ to enhanced senses, let's learn more about the nose of your dog.

Interesting Things with JC #111: “Winter Tires” — What sets winter tires apart? Dive into why these tires are crucial for safe driving, their unique features, and surprisingly, why you might even need them in warmer climates like Florida!

Interesting Things with JC #110: “The Magic of Model Trains” — Journey through the enchanting history of model and toy trains, from their humble beginnings to today’s multi-million dollar displays in Germany. Explore how these intricate creations not only ignite the imagination but also keep the spirit of youth alive into our later years. This episode also delves into the special connection model trains have with the holiday season, capturing their enduring magic and mystique.

Interesting Things with JC #108: "The Thanksgiving Myth of Tryptophan" — Is turkey really to blame for post-Thanksgiving sleepiness? Experts say no; other foods contain even more tryptophan. Discover the truth behind the myth!

Interesting Things with JC #107: “KFC, Japan, and Christmas” - In Japan, KFC is a holiday staple, with clever marketing driving $53 million in sales annually. Let's explore this unique cultural phenomenon!