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Knowology

by Emily Duncan

What happens when an awesome group of eighth graders and a couple crazy teachers decide to share what they think the world should know? Follow our journey as these really bright voices of the future shine a light on their intellectual curiosities and endeavors, one unscripted, unpredictable, and unquiet lesson at a time.If you ask us, THIS is the stuff you should know.

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Episodes

  1. Get Inspired By These Famous Failures - 29

    Jeremiah and Caleb give us a behind the scenes look at four world-renowned success stories that actually started off as complete and utter failures. Well maybe not utter failures. Elvis probably drove a truck like a boss. Photo by emrecan arık on Unsplash

  2. All We Can Say Is Deja Vu Is Weird. Part 3 -- 28

    In this final episode in our deja vu miniseries, we'll reveal what potential health concerns could be related to deja vu. See if you, like Mrs. Casper, believe you should be making a doctor's appointment ASAP after listening. Photo by DODJI DJIBOM on Unsplash

  3. All We Can Say Is Deja Vu Is Weird. Part 2 -- 27

    We're back with more - and more scientifically sound - explanations for deja vu. Fewer alien abductions this time. But just as much interesting info. Don't miss this part 2 with Mrs. Casper and Miss Duncan. Photo by DODJI DJIBOM on Unsplash

  4. All We Can Say Is Deja Vu Is Weird. Part 1 -- 26

    If you've ever had the eerie sensation that you've already lived out an EXACT moment before in your life but here it is again, you've had firsthand experience with deja vu. But have you ever taken the time to really look into what that is? In this first episode of a three-part series, Mrs. Casper...

  5. Freaky Facts About Sleepwalking - 25

    If we even need to say more (which we really don't think we do), the first fact alone will both freak you out and fascinate you into realizing that sleepwalking is crazy cool. Hosted by Carlee and Caiden Photo by Leandro Maldini on Unsplash

  6. The Chambers Of World War II: A Podcast Short - 24

    Get some quick facts about this tragically fascinating period in the world's history. Hosted by Elijah Photo by Frederick Wallace on Unsplash

  7. How To Care For Snake Bites And Jellyfish Stings - 23

    Spoiler alert: you pee on neither. Hosted by Kyna, with special appearances by Regan and Miguel Photo by Karan Karnik on Unsplash

  8. Add Floating In the Dead Sea To Your Bucket List - 22

    You may have heard reference to floating in the Dead Sea before. It's been on Miss Duncan's bucket list for a long time, but if she were being perfectly honest, she didn't really even know what that meant. Once you listen to this episode on facts about the Dead Sea, we guarantee you (and our...

  9. The Magic of Harry Houdini - 21

    Harry Houdini is known as the greatest magician ever. Check out this podcast from Greyson, Andrew, and Kortez to hear about some of Harry Houdini's best tricks. Photo by Jaroslav Devia on Unsplash

  10. Death On The Mountain: Why Mt. Everest Is So Dangerous - 20

    We kind of want to put a warning label on this episode because once you hear this info, there's a 10/10 chance you'll find yourself going down an internet Everest rabbit hole. But it's totally worth it, so we're not going to. Episode hosted by Bailie, Kasey, and Makyla

  11. Ghost Ships, Water Spouts, & Planes Falling From the Sky - What's Up With The Bermuda Triangle? (Oh My.) - 19

    What's the big deal about the Bermuda Triangle? Uhm, did you read the title? Episode hosted by Caleb, Lance, and Jeremy Photo by Pete Wright on Unsplash

  12. Seen, Strong, Enough: Opening Up About Anxiety - A Mental Health Mini Series Episode - 18

    In this first part of our mental health mini series, #BeKind, Evie and Miss Duncan have an open, honest, and important conversation about life with anxiety. If you struggle with anxiety, we hope you can recognize in this episode that you are not alone. You are seen, strong, and enough. If you've...

  13. Get The Scoop On The Kids Baking Championship Season 9 - 17

    Carly dishes up a behind the scenes look at the popular Food Network competition, including fun facts about the contestants and how they stack up. Who's the best thing since sliced bread, and who will draw the short (cheese) straw? Warning: don't listen on an empty stomach. Photo by Rai Vidanes…

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  14. Missing: City/Island Potentially Full of Treasure. Reward If Found. - 16

    How exactly does a city get lost? Especially one that's theoretically full of untold wealth and riches? We're wondering the same thing. Check out the legend, lore, and legacy of the lost city of Atlantis, a mystical locale that explorers and dreamers everywhere still search for today. Episode by...

  15. The Strongest Empire: The British Monarchy - 15

    The British monarchy is one of the greatest monarchies in history. With a total of 61 monarchs over 1200 years, some have had very long reigns, while others' reigns were very short. Dive into this episode of Knowology to find out all of the facts about the history of the great British monarchy....

  16. Pop Quiz: What's Is The Oldest Country In the World? - 14

    Find out which civilization has been around for a REALLY, really long time, and get some fun facts with Maha in this episode! Photo by Sam Beasley on Unsplash

  17. If You've Ever Dreamt About Pizza (Who Hasn't?), We've Got Good News - 13

    Spoiler: they mean more than that you're just hungry after all. Matthew and Max shed some light on that thing we've always wondered but never known - what our dreams mean? Death, pizza, shoes -- find out why they're appearing in your dreams and what message they're sending you. Okay, we can't...

  18. We Bet You A Million Dollars You've Never Heard About Hitler In This Light Before. Ever. - 12

    We all know who Hitler was, what he did, and what he stood for. But have you ever wondered about who he was as a person? What made him become such a monster? And how was he able to assume the power he did? His notoriety as a public leader is so well known and publicized, we often forget he was…

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  19. Tales of the Paranormal - 11

    If you're a sucker for ghost stories and the unexplained, Gwen, Elyse, and Kylee cover it all. Plus they'll share a tip about a haunted location you'll definitely want to add to your list. Photo by Stefano Pollio on Unsplash

  20. 1 in 26 Americans Will Be Affected By THIS Disorder Sometime In Their Lives - 10

    According to the Epilepsy Foundation, epilepsy, the fourth most common neurological disorder, is still widely misunderstood. Andrew and Kayden share info about seizure disorders that we all should know. Photo by Daniele Franchi on Unsplash

  21. You NEVER KNEW There Was So Much To Learn About Amnesia - 9

    Characters on soap operas slip in and out of amnesia more than we slip in and out of Starbucks and Atomic. So, is it really that catchable? Or common? Mikenna and Macy break it all down in this info-packed episode. Photo by Laura Fuhrman on Unsplash

  22. Another Gift From 2020: Land Hurricanes - 8

    Amongst the other countless wonders from the year 2020 (having to imagine the bottom half of people's faces, fighting others for basic toiletry items), we in the middle of the country were given the chance to experience firsthand what are called derechos, or land hurricanes. In other words, we…

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  23. Shout Out To Fight Or Flight: The (Internal) War On Public Speaking - 7

    Though it may seem silly that we put the fear of public speaking all the way up there with the fear of, you know, the worst types of physical harm, your brain doesn't really seem a distinction. Whether you think public speaking's the worst or have never been able to understand why it's so scary…

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  24. THIS May Be The Reason You Don't Like Heights And Occasionally Want to Scream In Public - 6

    Though these may sound like two completely unrelated things, they are actually directly linked. Whether you get panicky at the top of tall buildings or have the weird urge to shout about how much you hate your haircut in the middle of a silent library, you may be experiencing what is known as…

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  25. Let's Get Real About Climate Change - And Change It. - 5

    No more tiptoeing around the subject. Climate change is happening now, and we can help! Check out this episode for some straight hard facts AND practical advice for how we can all make a difference. Photo by Paddy O Sullivan on Unsplash

  26. Exactly How Cool IS the President's Plane? Spoiler Alert: Very. - 4

    Which do you know more about: Air Force One, the plane, or Air Force Ones, the shoes? (Be honest. Did you even know there was something besides the shoes?) It's time we had a definitive answer. Let's know more about the plane. Lesson one - there's not just one. Listen to find out more things you...

  27. Let's Take A (Really) Deep Dive - 3

    Have you ever wondered what's lurking in the deep - literally? The Mariana Trench, the deepest known point on Earth, has some pretty gnarly things lurking beneath its... well... really deep surface. Trust us: you're going to want to hear what's going on in this most mysterious place. ft. Ethan,...

  28. More Than A Mountain - 2

    Mt. St. Helens, as two of our special guests on this episode realize, is not just a mountain. Listen as Kylee, Gwen, and Elyse talk about exactly what gives Mt. St. Helens some serious bragging rights in the U.S. (And no, it has nothing to do with Boxed Water. Not saying that we're against that…

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  29. Curious About Zodiac Signs? Us Too - 1

    Ever wonder what a zodiac sign actually is? Follow along as Quinn and Sunayana discuss this cultural hot topic and explain how you may actually be committing a sin if you check your horoscope! Photo by Josh Rangel on Unsplash

  30. Welcome to the Stuff You REALLY Should Know

    If you're ready to learn, we're ready to teach you. Get ready to hear the stuff you really should know. Podcast icon photo by Bucography on Unsplash

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

What happens when an awesome group of eighth graders and a couple crazy teachers decide to share what they think the world should know? Follow our journey as these really bright voices of the future shine a light on their intellectual curiosities and endeavors, one unscripted, unpredictable, and unquiet lesson at a time.If you ask us, THIS is the stuff you should know.

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Emily Duncan

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