Episodes
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July 26, 2023 | The Taste of Togetherness: National Bagelfest Day & National Aunt and Uncle's Day
This episode takes us on a delightful journey as we celebrate National Bagelfest Day, savoring the scrumptious variety of bagels, and National Aunt and Uncle's Day, recognizing the special role our aunts and uncles play in our lives. Join Marlo Anderson on Destination: Celebration, where we dig...
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July 25, 2023 | National Wine and Cheese Day | National Merry-Go-Round Day
Get ready for a delightful journey on this episode of Destination: Celebration as we commemorate National Wine and Cheese Day and National Merry-Go-Round Day. We'll explore the classic pairing of wine and cheese, tracing back to its European roots, and savoring the many ways this combo enhances…
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July 24, 2023 | A Family Reunion and A Glass Raised
Dive into this episode of Destination: Celebration as we celebrate National Cousins Day and National Tequila Day. We'll share heartwarming stories about the unique bond shared with cousins, exploring how these relationships shape our lives. We also toast to Tequila Day, tracing the rich history…
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July 23, 2023 | Celebrating Sweetness and Appreciating Parents: Vanilla Ice Cream and Parents Day
Tune in to Destination: Celebration as we honor National Vanilla Ice Cream Day and National Parents Day. We'll be exploring the history of classic vanilla ice cream, from its royal origins to its place in the hearts of ice cream lovers worldwide. Following this cool treat, we pay tribute to the...
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July 22, 2023 | A Delicious and Relaxing Journey: Mango and Hammock Appreciation
Join us on Destination: Celebration as we dive into the delightful world of mangos on National Mango Day and embrace the serene pleasure of hammocks on National Hammock Day. Discover the luscious journey of mangos, from ancient cultivation to becoming the most widely consumed fruit in the world....
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July 21, 2023 | Delving into Delights and Deeds: Junk Food and Being Someone
Join us on Destination: Celebration as we indulge in tasty tidbits for National Junk Food Day and explore the inspirational National Be Someone Day. Discover the origins of our guilty pleasures and learn how a simple act of kindness can make a world of difference. Don't forget to keep celebrating...
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July 20, 2023 – International Chess Day | National Moon Day
On July 20, we travel back in time to the historic Apollo 11 mission and delve into the strategic world of chess. Celebrate National Moon Day as we revisit the iconic moment when Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin took humanity's first steps on the lunar surface. Then, we honor International Chess…
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July 19, 2023 Blending & Grilling: Celebrating National Daiquiri and Hot Dog Day
This July 19, 2023, we're blending up a storm for National Daiquiri Day and grilling up a feast for National Hot Dog Day. Join co-hosts Kai Brant and Marlo Anderson as they delve into the flavorful histories of these two beloved treats, from the serendipitous invention of the daiquiri by Jennings...
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From Tangy Twists to Luxurious Bites: Celebrating Sour Candy and Caviar on July 18, 2023″
Welcome to the intriguing pairing of National Sour Candy Day and National Caviar Day on July 18, 2023. We're taking a flavor trip from the tangy twists of Sour Punch Straws, a favorite candy that revolutionized the world of sweets, to the luxurious delicacy of caviar, a once plentiful treat that...
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July 17,2023 | Embracing Expression: A Day for Emojis and Tattoos
From Digital Emoticons to Skin Art: Celebrating Forms of Self-Expression In this episode of National Day Calendar, we're celebrating July 17, 2023, which marks World Emoji Day and National Tattoo Day. We delve into the world of emojis, those little digital symbols that have revolutionized our...
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July 16, 2023 | National Corn Fritter Day | National Ice Cream Day
In this episode of the National Day Calendar, we're celebrating July 16, 2023, a day dedicated to National Corn Fritter Day and National Ice Cream Day. Join us as we delve into the southern staple of corn fritters, with their crispy golden exterior and soft, sweet corn-filled center. Then we take…
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July 15 2023, National Gummi Worm Day | National Give Something Away Day
Welcome to another exciting day on the National Day Calendar. This episode brings us to July 15, 2023, when we celebrate National Gummi Worm Day and National Give Something Away Day. We delve into the chewy, fruity history of the gummi worm, a candy cherished by children and adults alike. After…
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July 14, 2023 – National Mac and Cheese Day | National French Fry Day
In this episode, we savor the scrumptious goodness of National Mac and Cheese Day. Trace the culinary journey of this creamy, cheesy delight from Thomas Jefferson's dining table to your own. We then pay homage to the humble French fry on National French Fry Day. Discover the pivotal role of...
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July 13, 2023 National Barbershop Music Appreciation Day | National Delaware Day
In today's episode, we're diving into the harmonious world of National Barbershop Music Appreciation Day. From its humble beginnings in 19th-century barbershops to its place as a treasured form of American music, we'll explore the legacy and charm of this a cappella style. Then, we celebrate...
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July 12, 2023 – National Pecan Pie Day | Eat Your Jello Day
This Day Will Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth. Welcome to July 12th, 2023 on the National Day Calendar. Today we celebrate satisfying your sweet tooth and playing with your food and. Pecan pie has been a Southern favorite since the 1800s, though its origins are a bit of a mystery. It all began with a...
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July 11, 2023 – National 7-Eleven Day | National Rainier Cherry Day
This Summer Fruit Is The Gold Standard! Welcome to July 11th, 2023 on the National Day Calendar. Today we celebrate a convenient Summer sip and the gold standard of Summer fruits. The granddaddy of all convenience stores got its start as an offshoot of Southland Ice Company. In 1927, the store…
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July 10, 2023 – National Kitten Day | National Pina Colada Day
This Cocktail Has Its Own Hit Song. Welcome to July 10th, 2023 on the National Day Calendar. Today we celebrate picture perfect pets and pineapples in paradise. When it comes to Instagram petfluencers, there are only a few animals in the same league as Nala Cat. And yes, a “petfluencer” is a real...
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July 9, 2023 – National Sugar Cookie Day | Collector Car Appreciation Day
This Car Was Featured In The Gladiator Arena of The Chicago World's Fair. Welcome to July 9th, 2023 on the National Day Calendar. Today we celebrate a classic sugar rush and cars that make our hearts beat faster. It’s believed that sugar cookies originated in the mid 1700s in Nazareth…
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July 8, 2023 – National Blueberry Month | National Freezer Pop Day
These Small Wonders Pack A Serious Punch. Welcome to July 8th, 2023 on the National Day Calendar. Today we celebrate mighty fruits and staying cool. They say good things come in small packages and this is especially true of blueberries. Not only are they a popular fruit, blueberries are one of…
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July 7, 2023 – National Macaroni Day | National Dive Bar Day
This Founding Father Put Macaroni On The Map. Welcome to July 7th, 2023 on the National Day Calendar. Today we celebrate a Founding Father’s favorite and the old watering hole. Thomas Jefferson was a true renaissance man. The third United States President completed the Louisiana Purchase, founded...
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July 6, 2023 – National Hand Roll Day | National Fried Chicken Day
There's No Need To Lose Your Head Over Fried Chicken. Welcome to July 6th, 2023 on the National Day Calendar. Today we celebrate rolling out the good stuff and not getting fried over chicken. Before it was a delicacy, sushi was a staple food in the diets of poor fishermen. In the days before...
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July 5, 2023 – National Graham Cracker Day | National Bikini Day
This Bathing Suit Caused Quite A Stir. Welcome to July 5th, 2023 on the National Day Calendar. Today we celebrate making a splash and plain and simple treats. You may find it ironic that the guy who made graham crackers plain on purpose also preached against decadent desserts. Reverend Graham...
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July 4, 2023 – Independence Day | National Barbecued Spareribs Day
This Fourth Of July Celebration Is One For The Books. Welcome to July 4th, 2022 on the National Day Calendar. Today we celebrate slow cooking by day and lighting up the night. While Independence Day is celebrated across the country today, one town holds the record for the longest running parade....
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July 3, 2023 – National Fried Clam Day | National Eat Your Beans Day
This Bright Idea Was Worth A Lot Of Clams! Welcome to July 3rd, 2023 on the National Day Calendar. Today we celebrate having the last laugh and slaying superstition. Sometimes a wisecrack can pay off big. For Chubby and Bessie Woodman it all started on July 3, 1916 in Essex, Massachusetts. The...
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July 2, 2023 – National Anisette Day | National Hot Dog Month
This Contest Draws An International Crowd. Welcome to July 2nd, 2023 on the National Day Calendar. Today we celebrate a special sip and doggone good bite. If you enjoy the taste of licorice, then you’re in for a treat. The anise plant is part of the carrot family and is primarily used in...
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July 1, 2023 – National Postage Stamp Day | National Postal Worker Day
This Might Be The Strangest Thing Ever Delivered By The Post Office. Welcome to July 1st, 2022 on the National Day Calendar. Today we celebrate special deliveries come rain or shine. The United States issued its first postage stamps on July 1, 1847. They were not, however, the first of their…
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June 30, 2023 – National Meteor Watch Day | Social Media Day
Here's The Scoop On What's Playing Up In The Sky. Welcome to June 30th, 2023 on the National Day Calendar. Today we celebrate a show that’s outta this world and staying positively social. The Comet Swift-Tuttle is one of the largest extra-planetary objects in the solar system. Each year, this…
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June 29, 2023 – National Camera Day | National Waffle Iron Day
This Breakfast Food Inspired A Shoe! Welcome to June 29th, 2023 on the National Day Calendar. Today we celebrate capturing the moment and a breakfast favorite that inspired a shoe. In 1838, Louis Daguerre set up his camera near the Boulevard du Temple in Paris. Then he took a picture. Today we…
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June 28, 2023 – National Insurance Awareness Day | National Paul Bunyan Day
This Larger Than Life Lumberjack Carved A Legacy Of Tall Tales. Welcome to June 28th, 2023 on the National Day Calendar. Today we celebrate peace of mind and tall tales. Just about everyone buys insurance in one form or another, most likely it’s for their cars or homes. But there’s one insurance...
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June 27, 2023 – National Ice Cream Cake Day | National Sunglasses Day
This Ice Cream Vendor Stayed Cool Under Pressure. Welcome to June 27th, 2023 on the National Day Calendar. Today we celebrate staying cool under pressure and looking cool while you’re at it. On Memorial Day weekend of 1929, Tom Carvel was driving his ice cream truck around when he got a flat…
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June 26, 2023 – National Beautician's Day | National Coconut Day
These Tropical Fruits Take A Long Voyage Over The Pond. Welcome to June 26th, 2023 on the National Day Calendar. Today we celebrate our best friends in beauty and adventurous fruits. They say that beauty is in the eye of the beholder. With nearly 100 billion dollars spent each year on cosmetic…
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June 25, 2023 – National Leon Day | National Accordion Awareness Month
It's Never Too Early To Get A Jumpstart On The Holiday Fun. Welcome to June 25th, 2023 on the National Day Calendar. Today we celebrate getting a jumpstart on the holidays and polka paradise. With the season in full swing, the heat is probably getting to you. Take some cool consolation that...
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June 24, 2023 – National Pralines Day | Summersgiving
Time For Turkey With Your Favorite Friends. Welcome to June 24th, 2023 on the National Day Calendar. Today we celebrate sweet “nut-things” and the Dog Days of Summer. There are lots of stories about the origin of the candy known as the praline, but they all point to the same 17th century nobleman...
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June 23, 2023 – National Hydration Day | National Detroit-Style Pizza Day
This Pizza Proves It's Hip To Be Square! Welcome to June 23rd, 2023 on the National Day Calendar. Today we celebrate keeping your cool and Motown pizza. You’ve heard that your body is made up of more than 60 percent water and maintaining proper hydration is critical for your survival. Imagine how...
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June 22, 2023 – National Onion Rings Day | National Chocolate Eclair Day
This Dessert Goes Down Lightening Fast. Welcome to June 22nd, 2023 on the National Day Calendar. Today we celebrate a flash of lightning and going for the gold. On National Onion Rings Day we celebrate the “brass ring of fried foods!” Ok, I suppose they are more “golden” than “brass” but most...
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June 21, 2023 – Go Skateboarding Day | National Selfie Day
Skateboarding Fans Owe A Debt Of Gratitude To These CA Teens. Welcome to June 21st, 2023 on the National Day Calendar. Today we celebrate shredding the half pipe and the need to overshare. The Z-boys were a group of Los Angeles teenagers who rode the waves near the Santa Monica pier. On days when...
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June 20, 2023 – Turkey Lover's Month | National American Eagle Day
Both These Birds Inspired Greatness In Our Early History. Welcome to June 20th, 2023 on the National Day Calendar. Today we celebrate great birds in history. Benjamin Franklin once said that the turkey was “a Bird of Courage… '' that would not hesitate to attack any British soldiers who dared to...
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June 19, 2023 – National Watch Day | World Martini Day
This Time Piece Took A Licking And Kept On Ticking. Welcome to June 19th, 2023 on the National Day Calendar. Today we celebrate timeless timepieces and spinning tunes. For hundreds of years after their invention in the 1500s, watches were carried in pockets or worn on chains around one’s neck....
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June 18, 2023 – Father's Day | National Go Fishing Day
Celebrate Dad With A Few Of His Favorite Things! Welcome to June 18th, 2023 on the National Day Calendar. Today we celebrate the guys we look up to and relaxing hobbies. Father’s Day was made for honoring the guy in your life who taught you how to fish or ride a bike. Maybe you haven’t always…
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June 17, 2023 – National Apple Strudel Day | National Mascot Day
This Strutting Chicken Is A Fan Favorite! Welcome to June 17th, 2023 on the National Day Calendar. Today we celebrate a dessert that keeps on rolling and a mascot who keeps us laughing. The German word “strudel” literally means “swirl,” which makes sense if you think of its whirlpool shape. This...
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June 16, 2023 – National Fudge Day | National Camping Month
These Ladies Made Their Mark By Breaking The Rules! Welcome to June 16th, 2023 on the National Day Calendar. Today we celebrate profitable pastimes and the great American getaway. Have you ever wondered why most tourist towns offer fudge in their souvenir shops? It all began in 1888 at Vassar...
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June 15, 2023 – National Megalodon Day | Nature Photography Day
This Fish Had A Ten Foot Smile! Welcome to June 15th, 2023 on the National Day Calendar. Today we celebrate deadly creatures and amazing views. The Great White Shark is one of the most deadly predators on Earth. But it looks positively tame when compared to its great great great granddaddy—the...
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June 14, 2023 – National New Mexico Day | National Bourbon Day
This Little Bear Became The Poster Child For Fire Safety. Welcome to June 14th, 2023 on the National Day Calendar. Today we celebrate inspirational bears and distinctly American tastes. In 1950, a large and destructive wildfire tore through the mountains of south-central New Mexico. After...
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June 13, 2023 – National Sewing Machine Day | National Weed Your Garden Day
This Inventor Stayed The Course And Really Cleaned Up! Welcome to June 13th, 2023 on the National Day Calendar. Today we celebrate a determined inventor and persistent weeds. Elias Howe patented the sewing machine in 1838, but didn’t make any money selling it. In fact, he was living in poverty...
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June 12, 2023 – National Red Rose Day | National Peanut Butter Cookie Day
According To Victorian Tradition, A Red Rose Symbolizes Passion. Welcome to June 12th, 2023 on the National Day Calendar. Today we celebrate floriography and a tasty health food. Floriography, the process of communicating via flowers and their arrangements, was developed during the Victorian era....
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June 11, 2023 – National German Chocolate Cake Day | National Corn On The Cob Day
Everyone Loves This Summer Veggie. Welcome to June 11th, 2023 on the National Day Calendar. Today we celebrate a confusing cake and Summer’s best veggie. German chocolate cake…it’s a luscious dessert straight from Germany, right? Nope. The cake is actually named after the man who invented it: Sam...
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June 10, 2023 – National Iced Tea Day | National Ballpoint Pen Day
This Very British Beverage Is Now An All American Favorite. Welcome to June 10th, 2023 on the National Day Calendar. Today we celebrate beating the heat American style and disappearing ink. This common, everyday drink was so popular that at one point in history it changed the world economy and...
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June 9, 2023 – National Donald Duck Day | National Strawberry Rhubarb Pie Day
This Sweet Tart Treat Was First Used As A Medicine. Welcome to June 9th, 2023 on the National Day Calendar. Today we celebrate a sweet tart treat and the bird that still quacks us up. It will probably come as no surprise that rhubarb was initially produced as a medicine. The first recorded use...
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June 8, 2023 – National Best Friends Day | National Name Your Poison Day
This Unlikely Pair Shares A Love Of Water. Welcome to June 8th, 2023 on the National Day Calendar. Today we celebrate pre-picked poison and pals who are the perfect fit. Most people saunter up to a bar and aren’t sure what to order. They typically settle for a beer or wine. But wouldn’t it be…
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June 7, 2023 – National Oklahoma Day | National Chocolate Ice Cream Day
Some People Get Downright Emotional About This Ice Cream Flavor! Welcome to June 7th, 2023 on the National Day Calendar. Today we celebrate feathered heroes and a frozen favorite. In Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, you can visit a museum that pays tribute to some of the lesser-known heroes of the…
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