The 2 Best Part-Time Genius Podcast Episodes
1) Is there a Rosy Future for Libraries?
It's no secret that Will and Mango love libraries. But are these wonderful institutions built to last? (Our research says: Yes!) Join our Part-Time Geniuses as they trace how libraries have evolved fr...Show More
2) The Controversial Origins of Famous Dance Moves
Why do we square dance in class? Where did Madonna learn to vogue? Did David Bowie actually inspire Michael Jackson's dance moves?
3) 9 Wonderful Wintertime Inventions
Did a 15-year old really invent the snowmobile? Why was the original use for a Kleen-Ex?
4) 9 Door-Busting Facts About Holiday Shopping
Tis the season for commerce, and Gabe and Mary are standing by with answers to all the questions you didn’t know you had. Like: What was the Tickle Me Elmo of ancient Rome? Why was Black Friday ...Show More
5) What Are the Secrets of the World’s Largest Birds?
Is Florida the birthplace of ostrich racing? Why do male Emperor penguins get an extra stomach flap? And why should you be extra wary of a loose Cassowary?
6) Taking Risks and Traveling the World, with Tom Freston!
Tom Freston’s resume is real, but reads like fiction: he served cocktails in the Caribbean, created a fashion brand in India, co-founded MTV, became CEO of Viacom… and after he was uncere...Show More
7) How Scientists Are Reviving Lost Smells
Want to know what the Chanel No. 5 of Ancient Egypt smelled like? Or how the interior of Queen Elizabeth's royal car smelled? Or maybe you'd like to experience the fragrance of extinct Hawaiian flower...Show More
8) Super Food Science Excellence Trivia Blow Out! with Science Friday
What a treat! It’s a fact-packed food science trivia game, created in collaboration with our good pals at Science Friday. Mango and SciFri’s Flora Lichtman put one lucky listener to the te...Show More
9) Why Does New Zealand Have an Official Wizard?
Everything Will and Mango read about New Zealand made them want to visit! From how Hokey Pokey became the country's favorite ice cream flavor, to why the nation is giving away free gym memberships... ...Show More
10) 9 Saucy, Savory Facts About Pasta
Whether you love fusilli or spaghetti (actually, turns out many of you don’t love spaghetti), today’s episode will whet your appetite… for pasta facts. Join Will and Mango as they d...Show More