The Mocciaverse

Send us Fan MailThat's what it's all about! HEY!Hey, folks! Welcome to another random ride with us!We hope you enjoy these little tidbits (which contain almost no guinea pig meat)........and if you did, please send us an email at [email protected] and come like and subscribe to us on all the platforms!Enjoy the show! And May the Fourth be with you!!Linette and Skip

Send us Fan MailHey folks!Some apologies up front on this one--we had a little bit of audio trouble here and there on Skip's side...not sure if it was an internet issue or a Zoom issue or what, but you'll hear a little bit of crackling and missed words here and there. I did my best to clean it up; I hope it's not too distracting.Please leave us an email at [email protected] and subscribe to us on all the platforms!Enjoy the show!Linette and Skip

Send us Fan MailHey, folks!Welcome to another week of fun! Today is a fun one. We covered weird and interesting pub names, alternative sources of energy, redundant phrases, cool stuff in Japan, and a few coincidences sprinkled in for good measure!Send us an email at [email protected] and come rate us on Apple Podcasts.Enjoy the show!Linette and Skip

Send us Fan MailHey, folks!Welcome back for another week of randomness. First off, I wanted to say up front that there is a little bit of scratchy audio toward the end of the episode. Apparently, my (Linette) microphone was about to quit for the day, and we miraculously finished the recording before it did, but it was having its last gasp in the last 20 minutes or so. I did my best to clean up the scratchiness, so I hope it's not too distracting.Barring, that, though, this turned out to be yet another lively discussion on many subjects; ranging from movie trivia to environmental concerns to the wonders of the brain and ancient architecture.....so I do hope you enjoy!Please send us an email at [email protected] and let us know your thoughts. And feel free to rate and subscribe on any of the podcast platforms available, but especially Apple Podcasts, which has a handy little algorithm that can get us some more visibility out there! We appreciate it!Enjoy the show!Linette and Skip

Send us Fan MailHey, folks!Welcome to another week of random facts!If you've ever felt guilty about eating too much cotton candy, fear not! There were at least two dentists that thought it was pretty great! Also, Viagra is good for plants....and all of your social media is watching you...but don't worry about that!Send us an email at [email protected] and subscribe and rate us on Apple PodcastsEnjoy the show!Linette and Skip

Send us Fan MailHey, folks!Welcome back to another episode of randomness! We hope you will at least learn a new word today (or maybe have the confidence to make up some new words...because we love that!)send us an email at [email protected] and come rate and subscribe on Apple Podcasts!Enjoy the show!Linette and Skip

Send us Fan MailHey, folks!If you're cool enough to have listened to this one, congratulations! You are now a cucumber sandwich with cream cheese!Just kidding, folks. Of course, anyone can listen, and that will automatically make you coolSend us an email at [email protected] and come and subscribe and rate us on Apple PodcastsEnjoy the show!Linette and Skip

Send us Fan MailHey,folks!Welcome back to another episode of randomness! We hope you will be as entertained as we were as we go over a couple of Dad's favorite idioms, imagine our favorite movies and TV with completely different actors, and plenty of other wild bits of triviaSend us an email at [email protected], and if you're so inclined, come and rate and subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts (give us a five if you love us).And, as always, enjoy the show!Linette and Skip

Send us Fan MailHey, folks!This is definitely a random one, but, that's what you come here for, right?I hope y'all like it!!Send us an email at [email protected] and come and subscribe and rate us on Apple PodcastsEnjoy the show!Linette and Skip

Send us Fan MailHey, folks!We made it through Christmas! Hope yours was a fun and pleasant holiday, if you celebrate! While you're waiting for the new year to start, why not hang with us and learn some random stuff?Send us an email at [email protected] and come rate and subscribe to us on Apple PodcastsEnjoy the show!Linette and Skip

Send us Fan MailHey, folks!Welcome to another episode of The Mocciaverse! This time around, we had a little adventure. Lagging and internet problems made our Zoom recording session a little tricky (at best), and so if we sound a little hesitant at times, we were struggling to follow each otherIt turns out, using captions helps quite a bit!We've still got some cool stuff for you, though. And send us an email with your thoughts at [email protected] and be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts and listen to us anywhere you get podcasts.Enjoy the show!Linette and Skip

Send us Fan MailHey, folks!Here we are with another round of tangential adventure! Pull up a concrete chair and enjoy the show!email us at [email protected] and Skip 

Send us Fan MailHey, folks!Welcome to another trivia and tangent packed episode!!We've got lots today: boxing references, urban legends, idioms from other countries, and other random and weird factsCome by and check us out on Apple Podcasts (give us a five star rating) and subscribe to us anywhere! Send us an email at [email protected] the show!Linette and Skip

Send us Fan MailHey, folks!More randomness coming your way....this time we're starting with a "boo", instead of a bang!Let's learn about right-pawed dogs, Pepsi's silly forays into overly grand prizes, women still needing to prove their purity (what century are we in, again?) and just how much rare material is in your IphoneWith a special (to me) little interlude from the amazing Tom LehrerCome and visit us on Apple Podcasts and give us a good rating, and send us an email at [email protected], as always, enjoy the show!Linette and Skip

Send us Fan MailHey, folks!Welcome to another week of randomness!Honestly, I can't even remember all of the subjects we touched upon this week, and I'm the one who edits (and listens to it at least twice!! lol). I do know that both Superman and poop were involved (though, not related).This episode has everything: Wombats, Oscar Wilde, The Olympics, concrete, vitamin D, Mozart (and, of course, another appearance by Benjamin Franklin).I will say this, though: It was a good one. I hope you all enjoy itSend us an email at [email protected] and come and rate and subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcastsEnjoy the show!Linette and Skip

Send us Fan MailHey, folks!Today we're talking about the outrageous prices people have paid for celebrity body parts (and other weird things), unusual festivals across the U.S.,bacterium that can survive radiation, and the usual random trivia facts you have all come to know and love....you love us, right? Hello? anyone?LoLIf you are listening and love us, please send us an email at [email protected] and come subscribe to us and give us a five star rating on Apple PodcastsAnd, as always, enjoy the show!Linette and Skip

Send us Fan MailHey, folks!We're here with another round of randomness, for your listening pleasure.If you've ever wondered how to successfully distress a table, turn urine into gold, or, as the title suggests, effectively hide a zebra--you've come to the right place!Send us an email at [email protected] and come and rate us on Apple Podcasts.Enjoy the show!Linette and Skip

Send us Fan MailHey, folks!Yes, I know photography isn't spelled with an "F", but I was going for cute here.Join us for facts about fish, fears and...yes, photography. But we also touch on the Olympics, Paul Revere, and take you on a couple of very amusing tangentsMake sure you email us at [email protected] and subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts.Enjoy the Show!!Linette and Skip

Send us Fan MailHey, folks!Now, one part of this episode may very well make any Scottish listeners a little mad at us, but stick around a while and you'll get to hear my dad totally trick me into walking straight into a dad joke.It's worth it. Really.Enjoy the show!Send us an email at [email protected] and like and subscribe to us wherever you can, especially on Apple PodcastsLinette and Skip

Send us Fan MailHey, folks!Welcome back for another trivia-filled episode!This one is a little shorter, as we're working on tweaking our format a little, so please let us know what you think!Send us an email at [email protected] and come on over to Apple Podcasts to give us a rating and subscribeEnjoy the show!Linette and Skip

Send us Fan MailHere we are again, folks, with some more random trivia!Are we still in the middle of an ice age?Did World War II ever end?Can a town be on fire for 63 years?I guess you'll have to listen to find out!Send us an email at [email protected] and rate and subscribe on Apple PodcastsEnjoy the show!Linette and Skip

Send us Fan MailHey, folks!In today's episode, we explore weird animal names, twerking umpires, and learn just how portable a thousand of anything isSend us an email at [email protected] and subscribe and rate us on Apple PodcastsEnjoy the show!Linette and Skip

Send us Fan MailHey, folks!Welcome to our latest episode of random fun.We hope you enjoy this one. I think we're keeping the trivia train rolling!Let us know if you like this current format. Send us an email at [email protected]. Also, don't forget to come and subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts and give us a rating. We'd love it!Enjoy the show!Linette and Skip

Send us Fan MailDon't worry, folks....you didn't stumble upon a different show..it's us, just with a brief French interlude (lol)Join us for another random adventure and keep your wits about you--it gets pretty silly in here today!Send us an email at [email protected] and subscribe and rate us on Apple Podcasts, if you pleaseAnd, as always, enjoy the show!Linette and Skip

Send us Fan MailHey, folks!It's random trivia day again (so soon!!) as we volley various general knowledge subjects at each other and have a bit of fun in the process.If you like what you hear, please send us an email at [email protected] and please come and subscribe and rate us on Apple Podcasts. Tell your friends and family, too! We'd love to have more listeners (who wouldn't? lol)Enjoy the show!Linette and Skip

Send us Fan MailHey, folks!We're on our trivia kick again! Isn't it great??Come and join us for some random knowledge...see if you learn anything along the way!Shoot us an email at [email protected] and rate and subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, if you willEnjoy the show!Linette and Skip

Send us Fan MailHey, folks!Today is a sad one, but we feel one that needs to be discussed.We're going to be talking about the fire at the Cocoanut Grove nightclub. It was a horrific night and a terrible tragedy, but we gained a lot of safety regulations and medical advancements from it, so there's that.Please enjoy the show, and send us an email at [email protected]. Also, come and subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts and give us a rating if you're feeling generousTake care,Linette and Skip

Send us Fan MailHey, folks!Today we're hanging out and talking about World War II, specifically Hollywood actors and other celebrities who served and some who became war heroesSometimes it does really seem like we know the people we see on our screens--and to get a little bit of their backstory is always really interesting.A couple of these stories may truly surprise you!If you like what you hear, send us an email at [email protected] and come and subscribe and rate us on Apple PodcastsEnjoy the show!!Linette and Skip

Send us Fan MailHey, folks!It seems we just couldn't get enough of the B.S! So, we just had to give you another installment.Join us as we go through some more facts (or fiction) and get to the real truth of the matter!Shoutout in this episode to my other podcast, Sofa Spuds History. If you love history, and especially the weird stories from history, check us out. We'd love to have you!Send us an email at [email protected] and come and subscribe and give us a five star rating on Apple Podcasts.And, as always, enjoy the show!Linette and Skip

Send us Fan MailHey, folks!This is a bit of a long one, so we cut it into two parts ultimately...we're here to revisit facts that might sound like b.s. but are actually true.some are more on the true-ish side...but, hey...we're here to have funSend us an email at [email protected] (yeah, if you listen closely, I DID misspell it a little bit at the end of the episode...sorry. lol) and be sure to subscribe and rate us on apple podcastsEnjoy the show!Linette and Skip

Send us Fan MailHey, folks!Today, we're going to go over some of the interesting backstories behind some of our favorite songs--or, at least some songs we all knowThis is the kind of thing we just love--it's an opportunity for us to learn something new about something we have been familiar with for a long time, and also a great opportunity for us to share it with all of you!Please, send us an email at [email protected] and review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts if you get a chanceAnd enjoy the show!Linette and Skip

Send us Fan MailHey, folks!Today, we're going to be talking about interesting or quirky roadside attractions--though you won't hear a lot about the world's biggest potato chip here--that's for another show, for sure. We're going to be talking about some cool little hidden (or maybe not hidden) gems on the roadside.Let us know what you think. Send us an email at [email protected] and please subscribe and rate us on Apple Podcasts so we can get more visibility!Enjoy the show!Linette and Skip

Send us Fan MailHey, folks!Come and join us for a fun one! Today we're talking about some of the weird sports and sporting competitions around the world (really mostly Finland and England--hey, it's not my fault Finland and England like odd things. Also, can totally relate)Have you ever wanted to get a free phone just because you threw yours across a field? How about chasing a wheel of cheese down a steep hill? Or maybe you have a hankering for ironing your clothes on the side of a mountain? If any of these things are true, you should probably check these competitions out--you might win and be famous in a small town for a year!Please send us an email at [email protected] and subscribe and rate us on Apple Podcasts!And, as always, enjoy the show!Linette and Skip

Send us Fan MailHey, Folks!Today we have a sad story from the North End of Boston. On January 15, 1919, a molasses tank in the North End neighborhood of Boston burst open, creating a destructive wave of molasses and debris that crippled the vibrant neighborhood.We're going to talk a little about the background of the area, the construction of the tank, and the disaster and aftermath.Please feel free to send us an email at [email protected] and rate and subscribe on Apple PodcastsEnjoy the show!Linette and Skip

Send us Fan MailOkay, folks, this is a super casual one. You're going to hear a bunch of random trivia and--I'll warn you--a whole bunch of tangents (but you like those, don't you?)Today, my dad is bringing some random facts to the table and testing my general knowledge...I think I did pretty well, but you can be the judge! How much of these facts did you already know?Thank you so much for listening. Please send us an email at [email protected] and enjoy the show!!Linette and Skip

Send us Fan MailHey, folks!You know what they always say, come for the tangents, stay for the history lessons.They always say that, right?Well, they will someday.Join us this week as we talk about the Alexander Hamilton/Aaron Burr duel...and about ten other things.Before you go, check out the link to the Got Milk commercial we talked about in the episode. Gotta love those fun facts!https://youtu.be/OLSsswr6z9Y?si=nq8BvMSHAdG0cTDVHave fun!Linette and Skip

Send us Fan MailWelcome back, folks!Today we're going to talk about something near and dear to our hearts....and you'll get a peek at one of Linette's obsessions (There are many. lol).Today we're going to talk a little bit about Harry Chapin and his music, specifically two songs that mean a lot to both Skip and Linette.Our main focus today will be the real life story behind Chapin's hit, 30,000 pounds of bananas, and some of the controversy (and our opinion) surrounding its release.Before listening, it may be helpful to familiarize yourself with Chapin's work, specifically the song. below are links to the studio version and one of his live versions from his concert. After you listen to the episode, feel free to listen to the song again and see if your feelings have changed on the matterThe studio version, from the album Verities and Balderdash:https://youtu.be/OGldNpngDws?si=7jB8xoWWp55RmvsQAnd one of many live versions. This one is from Harry's final concert:https://youtu.be/515siDaYdK4?si=gv03oRi6WtJj_n1lEnjoy the show!Linette and Skip

Send us Fan MailOK, so maybe don't eat lunch while listening to this one...Today we're going to talk about the things ancient and medieval doctors considered surefire cures. Some are gross--all are weird.Join us in our mini medical series of episodes--if you like what you hear and want to hear more, rate us on Apple Podcasts or shoot us an email at [email protected] the show!Linette and Skip

Send us Fan MailSoda, mustard, even ketchup. It seems that pretty much everything used to be medicine in the olden days. Today we're going to explore some products that used to be used as medicine. Some you'll know, but some of these may surprise you! And, yes, this episode contains a lot of tangents. Sue us.But not really. Don't do thatSend us an email instead at [email protected] and let us know what you think...and leave your answers for the homework question. We'll shout you out next time!Enjoy the show!!Linette and Skip

Send us Fan MailMost people knew him as "Fatty" Arbuckle. But he had a name, you know. Today my special guest, Richard, and I will talk about silent film legend Roscoe "Fatty" Arbuckle, and the scandal that ruined him and brought Hollywood excess and morality to the national conversation. For better or for worse. Mostly worse.Thank you for joining us again for these special episodes. Watch this space for our new show, Inglotious, coming (sorta) soon to a podcatcher near you!Send us an email at [email protected]. Let us know what you think!Enjoy the show!Linette and Richard

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we have a special guest!Please welcome Richard to the show as we go over some of our favorite Hollywood trivia. We hope you have fun, or at the very least learn something you didn't know.***Also, please excuse the audio on this one. I had some serious technical issues with recording and spent the whole weekend trying to fix the problems. It does sound much better than it did, but there is still somewhat of an echo on my audio and for some reason the software gave Richard a heavy California accent for some parts (lol). I hope it's not too distracting!Please send us an email at [email protected] the show!

Send us Fan MailYou gotta hand it to the Germans--they really know how to scare small children into submission.Join us on a dark and snowy night as we visit two of our favorite Grimm's fairy tales....if you dare!!!! lolSeriously. It's pretty weird, but it's not scary at all. Unless you are afraid of dark and gruesome stuff--but if you are, I mean, you made a weird choice in listening to us in the first place. Wait---come back! We also talk about pencils and stuff in another episode! That's not gruesome at all! (unless you're an environmentalist...ok....I give up)We hope you enjoy the episode if you're still here!!Have fun!Linette and Skip

Send us Fan MailBeing an inventor is hard. Being a marketer is probably also hard. Trying to keep your business relevant and always being on the cutting edge....I imagine that's also hard.So, we should go easy on some of these inventors and businesses for not quite making the grade, right?Nah.This episode, we're going to look at some failed inventions and product flops. And, full disclosure, we're going to poke fun at them a bit. Sorry/not sorry.Check out these links:https://thevictorianhistorian.com/inventions/https://monovisions.com/vintage-worlds-first-fitness-machines-1892/ Send us an email at [email protected] the show!Linette and Skip

Send us Fan MailSo, what do rock bands and death row inmates have in common, you're probably wondering?I know you were all wondering...This episode, we're going to find out. Hang out with us as we talk about some of the unusual requests made by rock bands, from the weird asks to the most minute of details. And today we have a double-feature: we're also going to talk about the last meal requests of some notable condemned prisoners. And, not gonna lie...we're going to spend a really long time talking about pizza. Bear with us, we were hungry!For more fun about weird requests from bands, check out this great site: https://www.thesmokinggun.com/backstageAnd, as always, feel free to send us an email at [email protected] the show!Linette and Skip

Send us Fan MailHave you broken any laws today?Are you sure? I mean, like...really sure?There are a surprising number of odd restrictions, weird laws and outdated rules that still remain on the books in most states--and probably other countries too. In this episode, we focused on the U.S., but if you enjoyed it and are interested in hearing more, let us know! Drop us a line here using our text feature or send us an email at [email protected]. Here you can give us suggestions for future episodes, let us know what you think of our show, or just say hi!Enjoy the show!Linette and Skip

Send us Fan MailHey, guys!So here's a little bonus episode for you....and it was actually already a bonus episode from my other podcast, SofaSpuds History! This is also a very special episode because it was the very first podcast appearance of the now famous podcaster, Skip! And what a debut it was! Seriously, guys, just listen to that professional radio voice! Love it!Send us a message or an email at [email protected] and let us know what you think!And enjoy the show!!Linette

Send us Fan MailDid you ever think about what your last words might be? Some people might be inclined to plan ahead so that their last impact on the world might be memorable or profound. Some people prefer to make a funny exit; and there are others who use their last words to make peace with their maker. Either way, for some reason, we cling to these last words and find them fascinating.(At least my dad and I find them interesting--your mileage may vary)If you are interested, come and dish about death with us on our latest episode!Send us an email and let us know what you think: [email protected]

Send us Fan MailHey, folks!We're back again to explore the meanings and origins behind some common phrases and to ask certain, vital questions, like:Do you like your mutton hot or cold? Or old? lolHow about beating wives? is a thumb-sized switch perfect, or is it maybe going a little too far?Do you hear horses speaking to you?How about drinking and executions? Any thoughts?Is Shakespeare the ultimate meme generator? (spoiler: Linette thinks so)These questions and many others will be explored in this--the latest installment of The Mocciaverse!!Enjoy!!!Linette and Skip

Send us Fan MailToday we take a look into the life of a truly badass gunslinger; the one and only Pistol Pete(Editor's note on the episode: Frank Eaton was born in the year 1860...I think we accidentally said 1980 or something...hopefully that doesn't cause too much confusion. lol)A quick little note from Linette: If our volume is a little kooky, or my voice is a bit louder than usual, I apologize...I was trying something new and won't do that again soon! lolSome links if you'd like to know more about Pistol Pete:Frank Eaton's biography:https://www.amazon.com/Pistol-Pete-Veteran-Old-West/dp/0934188017Some home movies featuring Frank Eaton:https://youtu.be/ZvXYh0Wxo6w?si=Vfn5fchYK7X77SnsSend us an email at [email protected] with any episode suggestions or just say hello! We'd love to hear from you!Linette and Skip

Send us Fan MailOkay, guys, we promise this isn't boring. Well, actually, everyone's perception of boring is probably different, so I guess I can't really say that...but we promise that this isn't any more or less boring than any of our other episodes (?)(How about that for a glowing review of my own passion project?)Join us this time as we talk about pencils. Why they have such a complicated numbering system, whether you can or can't actually use them in space, and why so many people of the the last couple of generations ended up with non-consensual tattoos.We'll learn a little bit about Cedar Key and its history, about the pencil industry...and even have a couple of surprising celebrity cameos (but surprisingly, we didn't talk about John Wick)Leave us a message here or send us an email at [email protected] the show!!