Hosted by Myke Hurley and Stephen Hackett.
Ungeniused is a show dedicated to covering the weirdest articles found on Wikipedia. Stephen Hackett and Myke Hurley are here to explain topics and share knowledge you'll never be able to use in real life.
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#96: Expiration Dates
January 14th, 2020 · 14 minutes
What's the deal with "Best By" and "Sell By" dates? Will taking old medicine hurt you? All of that and more, as Stephen and Myke explore the rather non-specific world of expiration dates.
#95: Nominative Determinism
December 31st, 2019 · 9 minutes
They say a name can define a person. Sometimes, it just defines their job.
#94: Two Talented Squirrels
December 17th, 2019 · 8 minutes
Two (or more) small furry animals — Twiggy and Tommy — live on, in our hearts.
#93: The Loch Ness Monster
December 3rd, 2019 · 16 minutes
Deep under the waters of Loch Ness swims a mystery that has haunted humankind for centuries ... or it could be exploding logs and hoaxes. Who knows?
#92: Zone of Death
November 19th, 2019 · 7 minutes
Due to an obscure legal loophole, it's theoretically possible that a criminal could get away with any crime — including murder — in a small corner of Yellowstone National Park.
#91: The United States Navy Marine Mammal Program
November 5th, 2019 · 11 minutes
For six decades, the United States Navy Marine Mammal Program has trained sea lions and dolphins to carry out missions around the world. This work includes detecting underwater mines, defending against attack swimmers and more.
#90: SEALAB
October 22nd, 2019 · 10 minutes
In the 1960s, the U.S. Navy studied long-term diving techniques through the SEALAB program, which included a dolphin assistant, sabotage and a fatal accident.
#89: Water Slides & Log Flume Rides
October 8th, 2019 · 10 minutes
This week, the guys talk about water slides and give everyone some fast flume facts and FAQs.
#88: Bouncy Castles, Tube Men and Other Inflatable Goods
September 24th, 2019 · 8 minutes
From bouncy castles to dancing Tube Men, inflatable goods make life more exciting, unless you consider the danger or local laws.
#87: The Buttered Toast Phenomenon & Buttered Cat Paradox
September 10th, 2019 · 9 minutes
If toast always lands butter-side down, and cats always land on their feet, what happens when a cat falls off a table with a piece of toast strapped to its back?