Do you ever find yourself consumed by a thought or a topic that simply won't let go? Sometimes, the only way to shake it is to research and talk about it.
Welcome to "Bubblegum Trail", the podcast that delves deep into fascinating everyday conundrums.
Join our charming hosts Mister Caramelo and Madame Chapeau, as they explore a wide range of captivating subjects from across the world.
Ever felt the need to masticate? You’re not alone! Listen in and find out how peoples all across the earth ball have been thinking of ways to chew on stuff. Today we still see the remnants of the chewing gum era from the early 20th century: vending machines with colorful content.
SOURCES:
History of gumball machines:
https://www.appletonsweets.co.uk/blogs/news/the-enduring-popularity-of-gumball-machines (https://www.appletonsweets.co.uk/blogs/news/the-enduring-popularity-of-gumball-machines)
All about chewing gum:
https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chewing_Gum (https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chewing_Gum)
2 Aug 2023
#009 Foldable Bikes: let’s go on a history ride
You might have picked up on it: one of our host’s hobbies is biking. So Mister Caramelo finally gets a chance to list fun facts about foldable bikes - from the Military to the golden age!
26 Jul 2023
#008 Rings: One to fool them all
They are a sign of nobility, wealth, and sometimes love: rings. And you have to take them off to do the dishes, do sports or even for cooking. So how has something so impractical preserved over centuries? Listen in and find out, and maybe you’ll get equipped with some nerdy knowledge for your next crafty workshop (or date).
SOURCES:
Rings, their history and design:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ring_(jewellery) (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ring_(jewellery))
The diamond campaign history:
https://blog.hubspot.com/marketing/diamond-de-beers-marketing-campaign (https://blog.hubspot.com/marketing/diamond-de-beers-marketing-campaign)
Diamond rains in the universe:
https://www.euronews.com/next/2022/09/07/diamonds-on-uranus-how-it-may-be-raining-million-carat-jewels-on-icy-planets#:~:text=The%20diamond%20rain%20phenomenon%20is,squeezed%20together%20at%20incredible%20pressure (https://www.euronews.com/next/2022/09/07/diamonds-on-uranus-how-it-may-be-raining-million-carat-jewels-on-icy-planets#:~:text=The%20diamond%20rain%20phenomenon%20is,squeezed%20together%20at%20incredible%20pressure)
19 Jul 2023
#007 Braille: Adding a nice touch to everyday surfaces
If you take a look around you will find signs written in Braille. Next time you see one, stop and feel the words. In this episode, we talk about the origin and use of Braille, a communication system designed by and for the visually impaired.
SOURCES:
Inclusive language etiquette:
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/inclusive-communication/inclusive-language-words-to-use-and-avoid-when-writing-about-disability (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/inclusive-communication/inclusive-language-words-to-use-and-avoid-when-writing-about-disability)
NPR article about braille and the use of smartphone technology:
https://www.npr.org/sections/alltechconsidered/2012/02/13/146812288/braille-under-siege-as-blind-turn-to-smartphones#:~:text=Today%2C%20the%20National%20Federation%20for,people%20can%20actually%20read%20it (https://www.npr.org/sections/alltechconsidered/2012/02/13/146812288/braille-under-siege-as-blind-turn-to-smartphones#:~:text=Today%2C%20the%20National%20Federation%20for,people%20can%20actually%20read%20it).
Braille insights about its use:
https://www.rnib.org.uk/professionals/health-social-care-education-professionals/knowledge-and-research-hub/reports-and-insight/reading-and-braille-research/ (https://www.rnib.org.uk/professionals/health-social-care-education-professionals/knowledge-and-research-hub/reports-and-insight/reading-and-braille-research/)
Video Tutorial for Braille function in smartphones:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QVUl5Sd_4PE (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QVUl5Sd_4PE)
12 Jul 2023
#006 Tabloids: One small gulp for a mouth - one great impact on the body
We not only learn that Mr. Caramelo likes to receive compliments, we also talk about the history, design and social impact of medicinal compounds. It gets more personal as we talk about our own habits and experiences, and explore the deficits medicinal research is still showing when it comes to diversity and inclusion.
SOURCES:
The history of medicinal drugs:
https://www.sciencefocus.com/science/the-history-of-medicinal-drugs-helps-explain-our-relationship-with-them-today/
2015 study by the Federal Union of German Associations of Pharmacists (German):
https://www.spiegel.de/gesundheit/diagnose/medikamente-viele-menschen-nehmen-ueber-drei-pillen-zugleich-a-1055280.html
Production, shapes and history of pills (German):
https://www.goerlich-pharma.com/tablette-interessante-galenische-form/
Menstrual leave in Spain:
https://www.euronews.com/next/2023/02/16/spain-set-to-become-the-first-european-country-to-introduce-a-3-day-menstrual-leave-for-wo
5 Jul 2023
#005 Joystick: A topic that is good to handle
The Joystick is an iconic and very loved controller device. In this episode we explore the funny origin of the word as much as we ponder on its use and history.
SOURCES:
New York Times in an article about the origins of "joystick": http://www.nytimes.com/2005/06/05/weekinreview/05zeller.html?hp (http://www.nytimes.com/2005/06/05/weekinreview/05zeller.html?hp)
MICHAEL QUINNON. A message thread from his research:
https://listserv.linguistlist.org/pipermail/ads-l/2005-June/050361.html (https://listserv.linguistlist.org/pipermail/ads-l/2005-June/050361.html)
Video documentary:
https://youtu.be/SL-4HfQnNV4 (https://youtu.be/SL-4HfQnNV4)
VIDEO commentary about joy baton:
https://youtu.be/6WVQBtPM2XI (https://youtu.be/6WVQBtPM2XI)
A very technical explanation of the technology behind the joystick mapping:
http://blog.hypersect.com/interpreting-analog-sticks/ (http://blog.hypersect.com/interpreting-analog-sticks/)
German activist building Lego ramps for wheel:chairs
https://www.reuters.com/article/us-lego-ramps-germany-idUSKBN20D1PU (https://www.reuters.com/article/us-lego-ramps-germany-idUSKBN20D1PU)
28 Jun 2023
#004 Glasses: A clear vision from the past to the future
Let’s take a really good look at today’s object of fascination: eyewear. What do endangered species have to do with it? And why does this topic sidetrack us into a conversation about Edward Snowden and privacy laws? Tune in to find out.
SOURCES:
A brief history of eyeglasses:
https://allabouteyes.com/see-past-fascinating-history-eyeglasses (https://allabouteyes.com/see-past-fascinating-history-eyeglasses/)/
Some background on Oliver Goldsmith:
https://mivision.com.au/2010/08/the-inventor-of-fashion-eyewear/ (https://mivision.com.au/2010/08/the-inventor-of-fashion-eyewear/)
More on CITES (the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora), which protects endangered tortoises and others:
https://cites.org/eng (https://cites.org/eng)
21 Jun 2023
#003 Magnetic souvenirs: stick to impress
This time we talk about one of Mister Caramelo’s weird hobbies: picking up trash from the streets. We also make a small detour into modern tourism and lose ourselves in memories.
SOURCES:
Symbol as token:
http://www.fathersforgood.org/ffg/en/big_four/symbolon.html (http://www.fathersforgood.org/ffg/en/big_four/symbolon.html)
Custom Fridge Magnets Under Rs. 20 | Shivangi Sah
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U_R2nQQNiXo (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U_R2nQQNiXo)
15 Jun 2023
#002 Stress relief: it's all about management
In this episode, we discover a common interest! Things might get intimate. But we assure you - this is still a family channel! Join us on an exploration of how to reduce…uhm we mean manage stress.
SOURCES:
Study on partner hugs and their health effects from 2005:
“More frequent partner hugs and higher oxytocin levels are linked to lower blood pressure and heart rate in premenopausal women” - Biological Psychology, by Kathleen C. Light, Karen M. Grewen and Janet A. Amico
If you are new to ASMR, check out this video which explains ASMR and different triggers:
New to ASMR? Click here! (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I-nLDznr-tI)
Or learn more about it here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ASMR (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ASMR)
11 Jun 2023
#001 Blenders: Mixing it all up
On this episode, we talk about the Blender, that electric appliance that most modern kitchens have. Starting with the infomercials that made this product famous, we then dive into the health culture around blending foods. Join us in this little mix up.
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