Episodes
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How Automats Worked
Automats were unique self-service dining establishments that flourished in the early 20th century.
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Short Stuff: The Best Episode Since Sliced Bread
Sliced bread, invented relatively recently, transformed how people make sandwiches and prepare meals.
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The Ballad of High Times Magazine
High Times Magazine has been an influential vehicle for cannabis advocacy, transforming from an underground publication to a widely recognized brand.
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Selects: How Foreign Accent Syndrome Works
Foreign Accent Syndrome (FAS) is a rare neurological condition that causes individuals to involuntarily adopt a different accent after head trauma.
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The Barkley Marathons
The Barkley Marathons is an elite endurance race featuring a challenging course where only a handful of runners have successfully finished.
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Short Stuff: Bourgeoisie
The term 'bourgeois' has evolved from a neutral descriptor of middle class to a negative term associated with exploitation in Marxist theory.
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WWII Sabotage Spotlight: Operation Gunnerside
Operation Gunnerside was a significant and audacious sabotage mission during WWII that successfully targeted the Nazis' heavy water production.
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Selects: How Mindfulness Works
Mindfulness is a centuries-old Buddhist practice focused on being present and aware without judgment.
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The Mysterious Story of Larry Bader
Larry Bader disappeared under mysterious circumstances while fishing in Lake Erie and was later declared dead, only to resurface in Omaha.
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Short Stuff: The Mad Trapper of Rat River
The Mad Trapper of Rat River remains one of Canada's most infamous legends, representing the largest manhunt in Canadian history.
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GONG: The Chuck Barris Story
Chuck Barris was a groundbreaking figure in television, known for shows like 'The Dating Game' and 'The Gong Show' that transformed traditional formats.
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Selects: The Quinoa Revolution!
Quinoa, often labeled a 'superfood,' is technically a pseudo-cereal with a rich history dating back over 5,000 years.
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How Saturn Works
Saturn is distinct for its stunning rings and classification as a gas giant.
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Short Stuff: Watch Night
Watch Night is a deeply rooted tradition in the African-American Methodist community, symbolizing hope and freedom.
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The Filthy Magic of Studio 54
Studio 54 was not just a nightclub but a cultural phenomenon that encapsulated the spirit of the 1970s.
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Selects: The Three Christs of Ypsilanti Experiment
The Three Christs of Ypsilanti experiment serves as a crucial reminder of the ethical implications in psychological research.
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Forensic Dentistry
Forensic dentists primarily aid in identifying deceased individuals using dental records, a robust method due to the resilience of teeth.
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Short Stuff: Captain Santa
Herman Scheunemann, known as Captain Santa, became a beloved figure in the early 20th century for his generosity in gifting Christmas trees to needy families in Chicago.
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The 2024 SYSK Christmas Extravaganza!
The podcast embraces holiday spirit through humor and festive traditions, making it feel like a cozy gathering among friends.
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Selects: Frances Perkins: Influential and Unknown
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