Bedste Useless Info-podcasts (2024)

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GEOGRAPHY- CARS- SPORTS 42:54

5h ago42:54

42:54

This week on the show, where did the expression “get the lead out” come from? Are tape cassettes and CDs still available in cars? Can a car that Leonardo da Vinci created in 1478 operate today? Listen, Laugh, and learn with Nick and Roy. Brought to you in part by Tom's Place in Kensington Market in Toronto. .…

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MUSIC- DREAMS- MONEY 43:48

7d ago43:48

43:48

This week on the show- Nick & Roy speak to Canadian radio legend John Donabie about his in-depth interview with John Lennon. Also, in what country do people sleep on graves to communicate with their loved ones? How many coins can you put in a 4-litre jar? Listen, Laugh, and learn with Nick and Roy. Brought to you in part by Tom's Place in Kensingto…

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Snatched From Death - Podcast #230 38:44

10d ago38:44

38:44

The harrowing true story of three airmen stranded on an unforgiving, desolate island after their airplane crashed off the coast of Greenland. After the search for them was abandoned, they faced the relentless cold and starvation, teetering on the brink of death. Would they be rescued in time, or would the merciless Arctic become their final resting…

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INVENTIONS- SCIENCE- CARS 45:51

14d ago45:51

45:51

This week on the show- can astronauts whistle on the moon? Which planet in our solar system is not named after a god or goddess? What is the world record for removing and replacing a car engine? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy. Brought to you in part by Tom's Place in Kensington Market in Toronto, and by Pete's Pizza in St. Catharines and …

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SEX- MOVIES- GARDEN 46:39

21d ago46:39

46:39

This week- Is there wood is space? What movie sent Sylester Stallone to the hospital? Can pine trees tell if it's about to rain? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy. Brought to you in part by Tom's Place in Kensington Market in Toronto, and by Pete's Pizza in St. Catharines and Niagara Falls.

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FOOD- SPORTS- GEOGRAPHY 47:50

28d ago47:50

47:50

This week- what place is the #1 distributor of mushrooms in the world? Which NHL team does not have a mascot? What are some of the names used to describe underwear? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy. Brought to you in part by Tom's Place in Kensington Market in Toronto, and by Pete's Pizza in St. Catharines and Niagara Falls.…

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Retrocast #29 - UI Podcast #229 1:15:15

1M ago1:15:15

1:15:15

Jill ChaCha of the podcast Well… That’s Interesting! cohosts! Includes: A debate over whether we should have female judges, a ventriloquist projects his voice to avoid paying a fine, why homely girls make the best wives, and much more! You can find Jill’s podcast here: https://www.airwavemedia.com/our-shows/well...-that's-interesting Images, links,…

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FASHION- MUSIC- MONEY 45:04

1M ago45:04

45:04

This week on the show- Was Cinderella’s slippers always made of glass? Why did men used to wear powdered wigs? How do penguins propose to their significant other? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy. Brought to you in part by Tom's Place in Kensington Market in Toronto, and by Pete's Pizza in St. Catharines and Niagara Falls.…

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Pet Rocks - UI Podcast #228 25:19

1M ago25:19

25:19

Something different in this podcast!!! I let podcast hosts Art Quinn and Cynthia Coleman tell one of my stories! It’s all about the 1975 Pet Rock fad and how it all happened. Images, links, and transcripts for this podcast can be found at https://uselessinformation.org/pet-rocks-podcast-228/ Comment on Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/FlipSideofHis…

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EXPRESSIONS- ANIMALS- CARS 45:33

1M ago45:33

45:33

This week – If you are a phillumenist, what are you are collecting? Who is responsible for the vulcanization of tires? Which became the first state to issue a driver’s license to a self driving car? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy. Brought to you in part by Tom's Place in Kensington Market in Toronto, and by Pete's Pizza in St. Catharines …

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MUSIC-CARS- EXPRESSIONS 45:11

2M ago45:11

45:11

This week- Which is faster: the blink of an eye or the deployment of an air bag? Where did the word etcetera come from? Can you hold your nose and hum at the same time? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick and Roy. Brought to you in part by Tom's Place in Kensington Market in Toronto, and by Pete's Pizza in St. Catharines and Niagara Falls…

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Miss USA for a Day - UI Podcast #227 51:16

2M ago51:16

51:16

Back in 1957, Leona Gage had beauty, charm, and a crown—until scandal snatched it away. Just what had she done wrong? Discover the whirlwind rise and dramatic fall of the beauty queen who became an overnight sensation. Video of Leona on the Ed Sullivan Show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LyUZaZtit_o Images, links, and transcripts for this podcast…

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FASHION- GAMES- MONEY 45:11

2M ago45:11

45:11

This week- What did Mark Twain invent that women use everyday? Why is the U.S. 100-dollar bill called a “c note”. What non-coffee product was sold in a Starbucks? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy. Brought to you in part by Tom's Place in Kensington Market in Toronto, and by Pete's Pizza in St. Catharines and Niagara Falls…

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SCIENCE-INVENTIONS- HISTORY 45:06

2M ago45:06

45:06

This week on the show- Is Ben Franklin inducted in the kite flyers hall of fame or the swimmer's hall of fame? Where did the expression posh come from? Did England really ban Christmas in the United States? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick and Roy. Brought to you in part by Tom's Place in Kensington Market in Toronto, and by Pete's Pizza in St. C…

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ANIMALS- FOOD- GEOGRAPHY 57:06

2M ago57:06

57:06

This week- Nick & Roy welcome Rino Mancini from Pete's Pizza to celebrate pizza month in October. Troy Burtch from Great Lakes Brewery talks about beer to commemorate Canadian Beer Day on October 9th. Also, can a hippopotamus swim? What continent is wider than the moon? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy. Brought to you in part by Tom's Place…

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Retrocast #28 - UI Podcast #226 33:48

2M ago33:48

33:48

A man is forced to pay for the burial of a porcupine, a stowaway who hid inside of someone’s coffin, a cactus buried under concrete for 45 years, and much more! Images, links, and transcripts for this podcast can be found at https://uselessinformation.org/retrocast-28-podcast-226/ The Useless Information Podcast is a member of the Airwave Media pod…

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MUSIC- TV- SEX 50:56

3M ago50:56

50:56

This week- What famous musicians wrote or performed TV theme songs? Do most people prefer the lights on or off during lovemaking? Who holds the record for making over 800 tv commercials? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy. Brought to you in part by Tom's Place in Kensington Market in Toronto, and by Pete's Pizza in St. Catharines and Niagara …

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CARS- FASHION- HISTORY 44:52

3M ago44:52

44:52

This week- Which institution of higher education in the U.S., has the highest number of presidential alumni? Where did the blazer jacket come from? Why did Lady Godiva really ride on a horse in the nude? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy. Brought to you in part by Tom's Place in Kensington Market in Toronto, and by Pete's Pizza in St. Cathar…

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Winston Churchill Gets Run Over - UI Podcast #225 34:02

3M ago34:02

34:02

While Winston Churchill was crossing Fifth Avenue in Manhattan in 1931, he was hit by a car and thrown down to the pavement. Unable to move his fingers and toes, Churchill believed that he was paralyzed. Listen to this story to find out exactly what happened, the severity of Churchill’s injuries, and what consequences the driver of that car faced. …

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INVENTIONS- SPORTS- MONEY 51:40

3M ago51:40

51:40

This week on the show- What scientific mistakes became successful products we use every day? Who REALLY invented the light bulb? How many ATMs are there in the world? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy. Brought to you in part by Tom's Place in Kensington Market in Toronto, and by Pete's Pizza in St. Catharines and Niagara Falls.…

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CELEBRATING 5 YEARS OF USELESSNESS WITH NICK & ROY 53:09

3M ago53:09

53:09

Nick and Roy kick off their 5th anniversary of Totally Useless Information looking back at the past 5 years, plus new useless Science and Geography information. Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy.

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Dubious Advice 2 - UI Podcast #224 21:03

3M ago21:03

21:03

An exploration of advice columns and their evolution over time. How have the questions and responses shifted over the past century? Some of the answers are bound to make you laugh. Affiliate link for elevenlabs.io, which was used for the AI-generated voices in this episode: https://elevenlabs.io/?from=partnerray4138 Images, links, and transcripts f…

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The Pilot Episode with Nick and Roy 32:53

3M ago32:53

32:53

This is where it all began five years ago. In the pilot episode, Nick and Roy present useless information about animals, expressions and food. Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy. Thank you for making 5 years possible!

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MONEY- EXPRESSIONS- GARDEN 42:29

4M ago42:29

42:29

This week- Where did the expression “jay walking" come from? Can plants recognize their siblings and give them preferential treatment? Also, Do palm trees come from Florida? The answer will amaze you! Listen. Laugh, and learn with Nick and Roy. Join us in September as we celebrate 5 years of Totally Useless Information with Nick & Roy.…

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SCIENCE- HISTORY- INVENTIONS 42:28

4M ago42:28

42:28

Is Ben Franklin inducted in the kite flyers hall of fame or the swimmer's hall of fame? Where did the expression posh come from? Did England really ban Christmas in the United States? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick and Roy. Join us in September as we celebrate 5 years of Totally Useless Information with Nick & Roy…

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Lies in the Fast Lane - UI Podcast #223 28:30

4M ago28:30

28:30

Truck driver Eugene Wood hid a big secret from his friends and family. No one suspected anything. That was until he was killed in a traffic accident and a judge in Troy, NY uncovered the truth. Images, links, and transcripts for this podcast can be found at https://uselessinformation.org/lies-in-the-fast-lane-podcast-223/ The Useless Information Po…

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SPORTS- SEX- ANIMALS 40:59

4M ago40:59

40:59

This week on the show- What nation has the most sexually satisfied people? The results will surprise you! What is the most poisonous fish in the world? For how long can snails nap? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick and Roy. Join us in September as we celebrate 5 years of Totally Useless Information with Nick & Roy!…

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EXPRESSIONS- MONEY- GAMES 41:00

4M ago41:00

41:00

This week on the show- Why is the U.S dollar called a “buck”? Why are there 52 cards in a pack of playing cards? If you are going to see a “man about a horse”, where are you going? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick and Roy. Join us in September as we celebrate 5 years of Totally Useless Information with Nick & Roy!…

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HISTORY- ANIMALS- GEOGRAPHY 40:58

5M ago40:58

40:58

Why did the ancient Greeks feed their Olympic athletes cheesecake? Did Shakespeare create the “your momma” jokes? Why do we ouch when we get hurt? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick and Roy.

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Retrocast #27 - UI Podcast #222 32:40

5M ago32:40

32:40

True fish stories, a newsreel photographer goes on an unexpected flight, a young girl attempts to visit Honolulu, and much more! Images, links, and transcripts for this podcast can be found at https://uselessinformation.org/retrocast-27-podcast-222/ The Useless Information Podcast is a member of the Airwave Media podcast network. Visit https://www.…

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INVENTIONS- FASHION- GAMES 40:55

5M ago40:55

40:55

This week- what problems did the invention of the revolving door solve? Who invented the “French cuff”? (hint: it wasn’t the French). What was the first toy ever advertised on television? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick and Roy.

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CARS- DREAMS- GARDEN 40:56

5M ago40:56

40:56

This week- What country is named after a tree? If a Venus Fly Trap is a carnivorous plant, will it digest a hamburger? What do 45% of drivers admit to doing while driving? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick and Roy.

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Pete the Python - UI Podcast #221 39:41

5M ago39:41

39:41

This episode of the Useless Information Podcast is sponsored by/brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/INFORMATIONPOD and get on your way to being your best self. The incredible true story of an 18-foot, 150-pound python who escaped from the Fort Worth Zoo back in 1954. But instead of causing widespread fear, this…

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CELEBRATING THE FIRST 100 EPISODES 40:57

5M ago40:57

40:57

Nick and Roy look back at the first 100 episodes of Totally Useless Information.

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Canada Day-4th of July Jubilee 40:57

6M ago40:57

40:57

Nick and Roy celebrate Canada Day on July 1st and the 4th of July in the United States. Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy.

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SPORTS- GAMES- SEX 41:03

6M ago41:03

41:03

On this week’s show:-What in the world is a Whipple tickle? How many dimples do golf balls have? And have you heard of an outhouse race? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick and Roy.

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The Man Who Would Become Uncle Sam - UI #220 32:11

6M ago32:11

32:11

Have you ever wondered why the United States government is called Uncle Sam? This nickname originates from Uncle Samuel Wilson, who provided beef and pork to the troops during the War of 1812. Join the City of Troy and Rensselaer County, New York historian Kathy Sheehan as she takes us on a tour of Uncle Sam's life. Images, links, and transcripts f…

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MUSIC-FASHION- ANIMALS 40:57

6M ago40:57

40:57

What do Frank Sinatra and Scooby-Doo have in common? When did men stop wearing nightdresses? Can a pencil-width strand of spider silk stop a Boeing 747? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick and Roy. Nick & Roy will be celebrating 5 years of Totally Useless Information! Join us in September for a month long celebration.…

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FOOD- MONEY- INVENTIONS 40:58

6M ago40:58

40:58

This week- Who holds the world record for drinking a bottle of ketchup? Why is peach fuzz important? Do champagne corks really fly out of the bottles at Mach 2? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick and Roy.

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