Always Wondered - The Weird Origin of “Okay”

In this episode, learn how some 19th-century hipsters gave us the most widely used word on the planet.  It’s the weird origin of “okay”.  Also, you may think football and hockey are brutal, but wait till you hear the story of how Americans once played polo…with cars!  Plus, we tackle the reason behind your mouth’s biggest betrayal.  Discover why orange juice tastes so bad after brushing your teeth!  Join host Rick Peterson as he answers more of the questions you’ve Always Wondered about.    

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