Once upon a time, we yearned to explore and learn about the world around us - and it was thoroughly exciting. Unfortunately, this curiosity gets lost as we grow-up. Hosts Nicolas Kwon and Jacob Paik tap into their own childlike curiosities to reignite our collective love for learning.
Can Hair "Sense" When They're Cut & How Are Mountains Formed?
Doesn't it seem like the hair on your arms and legs can tell when they've been trimmed or shaven? Nicolas takes a closer look at this "phenomenon" and uncovers what's really going on underneath the surface. Meanwhile, Jacob shares with us how Orologists (mountain experts) define mountains and all the ways mountains can be formed. The answers are not what you think!
7 Aug 2020
Why the Sky is Blue & "Vacation Constipation"
Ever wonder why the sky is blue? Don't lie, you definitely have. In this episode, you can finally learn why! We also discuss why some people can't seem to poop during their first few days of travel (i.e. Vacation Constipation).
13 Jul 2020
Fascinating Etymologies & How Your Body Preserves Tattoos
Even words can have a good origin story! We often use English without questioning where the words came from or why we use them the way we do. We picked some of our favourites to share with you! We also look into how tattoos stay permanent and how your body WORKS to maintain it. Do you still want a tattoo?
16 Jun 2020
The Actual Danger of Diet Soda & Why Florida Seems So Crazy
Nicolas Kwon & guest host Dae-Han Pak discuss the health effects that artificial sweeteners in diet soda like aspartame can cause. Can diet sodas in fact help people with their health goals? We then pivot to the Sunshine State and discuss why Florida seems like such a strange state. And who is "Florida Man", and is he behind all of it?
28 May 2020
Our Habitable Earth Has Japanese Murder Hornets
In this episode, Nicolas and GUEST Annie Kim (IG: @annie.vocalportfolio) discuss nature. In light of the news that Asian Giant Hornets have appeared in the Pacific Northwest, Annie tells us all about these small, but mighty predators that are way more clever than you would assume. Nicolas takes us through a history of planet Earth, discussing the unbelievable series of flukes that allow it to inhabit intelligent life. Is this a clue as to why humans feel so alone in the universe?
Please follow us on Instagram @ihadnoidea.podcast and give us a DM for any comments, suggestions, or feedback.
16 May 2020
How Insects Survive the Winter & The Greatest Race of All-Time
Nicolas & Jacob discuss how insects survive the winter cold despite their small size and fragility. They also talk about the greatest race of all-time - a race that took place when cars were barely used.
Message us on Instagram @ihadnoidea.podcast for your topic suggestions!
1 May 2020
The Oscars 101 & the Demonization of Cannabis
Have you seen the Oscars in the past few years? Yeah, neither have we. But have you ever thought to yourself how the Oscars came to be, how it got its name, or how filmmakers receive nominations and awards? If not, maybe you've pondered why cannabis/marijuana has such a bad rep. What about it made it banned all across Canada and the United States for the majority of the last century? Or... did its criminalization have nothing to do with the drug at all?
Follow us on Instagram @ihadnoidea.podcast to give us your topic suggestions for future episodes!
18 Apr 2020
Easter & Sweat
Nicolas and Jacob examine how eggs, bunnies, and chocolate have permeated into cultures all around the globe during Easter - a Christian holiday that seemingly has nothing to do with any of those things at its face. We then examine something we do every second of every day: sweat.
Follow us on Instagram @ihadnoidea.podcast to give us your topic suggestions for future episodes!
3 Apr 2020
The Origins of Banks, Money, and Toilet Paper
There's nothing like a good origin story! Nicolas & Jacob go back in time to explore how humanity evolved their money, banks, and butt cleaning methods. How did ancient people trust the first banks and vice-versa? And how did people clean their butts throughout the ages? The answers are... puzzling.
If you have questions, comments, or suggestions, please give us a DM on Instagram @ihadnoidea.podcast or shoot us an email at ihadnoidea.podcast@gmail.com.
27 Mar 2020
Maple Syrup Heist & How Record Players Work
Jacob & Nicolas turn the first half of this episode into a VERY Canadian true crime podcast by talking about the Great Canadian Maple Syrup Heist of 2011-2012. They later go on to share what they learned about how sound recording was discovered, how the record player came to be, and how it works. Give us a shout on Instagram @ihadnoidea.podcast or email us at ihadnoidea.podcast@gmail.com to give us your comments or topic suggestions!
19 Mar 2020
Cool Inventions & The Fascia, Eh?
Ever wondered about all the cool things Canadians have made? Have you ever learned something so late in your life that you're kinda shocked? Same. Nick & Jacob talk about 5 of some of Canada's coolest inventions, and also something called the fascia - an all too important yet ignored layer of tissue directly underneath our skin.
If you like what you hear, please follow us on Instagram @ihadnoidea.podcast. You can DM us there or email us at ihadnoidea.podcast@gmail.com. We'd love to hear your comments, suggestions, and feedback!
12 Mar 2020
Coronavirus & The Michelin Star
With the WHO officially declaring a global pandemic yesterday, it's more important than ever to educate ourselves on COVID-19 so that we understand its dangers, symptoms, transmission, and more. Understanding these basics is now more important than ever.
And in an attempt to keep things light and fun, we also talk about the Michelin Star and its fascinating history and significance.
6 Mar 2020
Pain Is Great & We Suck At Recycling
Jacob and Nicolas look into a medical condition called CIPA (Congenital Insensitivity to Pain and Anhydrosis) that makes people insensitive to pain from birth. Is it as awesome as it sounds? They also discuss metropolitan recycling struggles and why our poor recycling habits (or lack thereof) make a sustainable practice unsustainable.
If you like what you hear, please follow us on Instagram @ihadnoidea.podcast. You can DM us there or email us at ihadnoidea.podcast@gmail.com. We'd love to hear your comments, suggestions, and feedback!
24 Feb 2020
Kobe Bryant
In celebration of Kobe Bryant's life on his Memorial Day, Jacob & Nicolas share 8 interesting facts about the basketball legend and dig deep into Mamba Mentality.
If you liked this special episode, please follow us on Instagram @ihadnoidea.podcast. Please feel free to DM us or email ihadnoidea.podcast@gmail.com for feedback or topic suggestions!
20 Feb 2020
Beware Bushfires (and Cotton Swabs)
Nicolas and Jacob talk a bit about the bushfires that are happening in Australia. They also discuss the safeness of ear cleaning.
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