Episodes

Mark Ellison illuminates fascinating facts about the Wizard of Menlo Park.   Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts...

Mark Ellison starts the week with fascinating facts from across the spectrum. From Mister Rogers' secret talent to Play-Doh's surprising origin, this episode is packed with unexpected stories. Learn which actor worked as a lion tamer and discover how...

Mark Ellison explores the remarkable career of hip-hop's Pulitzer Prize winner. From his early days as K-Dot to Super Bowl performances, this episode reveals surprising stories about Kendrick Lamar. Learn how Dr. Dre discovered him and discover which...

Mark Ellison completes Super Bowl week with fascinating facts about the Chiefs. From superfandom to record-breaking cold games, this episode explores KC's football culture. Learn about their Dallas origins and discover why they're famous for having...

Mark Ellison explores the Eagles through pop culture and fan traditions. From "It's Always Sunny" connections to Rocky's famous steps, this episode reveals fun facts about Philadelphia's team. Learn about their famous Santa Claus incident and discover...

Mark Ellison continues Super Bowl week with fascinating facts about Kansas City. From Charlie Parker's home to Walt Disney's early days, this episode explores KC's rich history. Learn why it's called the City of Fountains and discover which president...

Mark Ellison kicks off Super Bowl week exploring the City of Brotherly Love. From Liberty Bell legends to soft pretzel origins, this episode reveals surprising stories about Philadelphia. Learn which founding father created the first hospital and...

Mark Ellison celebrates the baseball pioneer with fascinating stories from his life and career. From table tennis championships to secret advice columns, this episode reveals surprising facts about Jackie Robinson. Learn which famous musician changed...

Mark Ellison explores fascinating facts about Britain's monarch. From accidental ceremony changes to secret garden passages, this episode reveals surprising royal stories. Learn about Charles's unusual college course and discover how his clockmaking...

Mark Ellison tests your knowledge across a wide range of topics. From novel rejections to Olympic chocolate medals, this episode is packed with surprising facts. Learn how cockroaches inspired touchscreen technology and discover why Monopoly's...

Mark Ellison builds fascinating stories about everyone's favorite toy. From cookie mold prototypes to washing machine tests, this episode stacks up surprising LEGO facts. Learn which famous architect secretly designed sets and discover why the Death...

Mark Ellison explores the fascinating world of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. From royal challenges to musical fruit ripening, this episode reveals surprising stories about the classical genius. Learn which everyday household item helped teach young Mozart...

Mark Ellison cracks open the fascinating history of the beer can. From sardine-inspired openers to phonograph record linings, this episode pours out surprising stories about this packaging innovation. Learn which movie star accidentally boosted sales...

Mark Ellison returns with another round of varied trivia gems. From breakfast cereal origins to gubernatorial mix-ups, this episode covers fascinating facts from every field. Learn about Sean Connery's surprising pre-Bond career and discover which...

Mark Ellison spins fascinating tales about the history of disc jockeys. From power outage innovations to bathroom song testing, this episode explores radio's revolutionary personalities. Learn how an egg beater created sound effects and discover which...

Mark Ellison tests your knowledge across a wide range of topics. From Olympic poetry medals to space program innovations, this episode is packed with surprising facts. Learn which hit song started as a rejected commercial jingle and discover why the...

Mark Ellison explores fascinating facts about presidential swearing-in ceremonies through history. From cursing parrots to circus tent rescues, this episode reveals the surprising stories behind these historic moments. Learn which president's mother...

Mark Ellison floats like a butterfly through fascinating facts about The Greatest. From grocery store training techniques to underwater boxing innovations, this episode reveals surprising stories about Muhammad Ali. Learn what he carried in his pocket...

Mark Ellison spices things up with fascinating facts about hot sauces. From Depression-era accidents to hurricane-threatened recipes, this episode explores the fiery world of spicy condiments. Learn about Tabasco's bourbon barrel aging process and...

Mark Ellison explores the fascinating world of the internet's encyclopedia. From celebrity death hoaxes to record-breaking edits, this episode reveals the surprising stories behind the website. Learn which novelist got caught editing his own page and...

Mark Ellison reveals surprising facts about America's most famous traitor. From heroic battle injuries to secret French connections, this episode explores the complex story behind the betrayal. Learn which future president accidentally intercepted his...

Journey Joe Mitchell takes us on a thrilling ride through amusement park history. From napkin sketches to astronaut engineering, this episode explores the fascinating world of rollercoasters. Learn how washing machines helped test the world's fastest...

Journey Joe Mitchell celebrates Rod's 80th birthday with fascinating stories from his career. From soccer dreams to model trains, this episode reveals surprising facts about the legendary singer. Learn which future rock star secretly recorded on...

Journey Joe Mitchell explores surprising facts about our 37th president. From hidden hobbies to White House renovations, this episode reveals the lesser-known side of Nixon. Learn about his secret morning ritual and discover which crumpled paper ended...