Curiosity Crossing

<p>Curiosity Crossing is NOT your standard history podcast. We don’t talk about boring events in history, and we don’t even cover people in history! </p><p>The podcast is all about unique and interesting events in history, most of which you’ve never even heard of!</p>

Technology!

A brief history of tech![S2 E14]https://www.curiositycrossing.comTRANSCRIPT:https://blog.curiositycrossing.com/14

05-18
06:33

A (brief) history of food!

A quick timeline of food! [S2 E3] https://www.curiositycrossing.com TRNASCRIPT: https://blog.curiositycrossing.com/13

05-11
06:07

The world's largest rubber duck!

Wait what? There's a record for the world's largest RUBBER DUCK?[S2 BONUS]https://www.curiositycrossing.com

05-08
05:38

The Seattle Gum Wall!

What is the story behind Seattle's iconic Gum Wall in the Pikes Place Market?[Season 2 Episode 2]https://www.curiositycrossing.comTRANSCRIPT:https://blog.curiositycrossing.com/12

05-04
05:42

Underwater Mail

How does an Underwater Post Office work? Listen to find out![S2 | E1] SUPPORT: HTTPS://WWW.CURIOSITYCROSSING.COM/SUPPORT TRANSCRIPT: HTTPS://BLOG.CURIOSITYCROSSING.COM/11 WEBSITE: HTTPS://WWW.CURIOSITYCROSSING.COM MAJOR SOURCES: 
Stamp Collecting Website - (World’s first undersea post office) https://info.mysticstamp.com/worlds-first-undersea-post-office/ Island Website - (Underwater Post Office) https://www.hideaway.com.vu/resort/underwater-post-office.html Post Office Website (Underwater Post) https://www.vanuatupost.vu/underwater-post Smithsonian Magazine - (Whale Mail is the new Snail Mail) https://www.smithsonianmag.com/travel/worlds-first-underwater-post-office-180964385/  If you read this far you are AMAZING! See you tomorrow for a BONUS EPISODE!!

04-27
07:23

The end of the world? [Y2K and Y2K38]

The story of Y2K and the future event of Y2K38. Learn about what some thought was the end of the world! (It wasn't) And the similar event that is still yet to come! (It won't be significant) https://blog.curiositycrossing.com/10 [S1 Ep. 10] Check us out online at: https://www.curiositycrossing.com Thanks for listening! No episode (guaranteed) next week! Season 2 starts on 4/20/23. (Although there may be a bonus episode!)

04-13
06:37

The problem with Rounding

The precision of a Latitude and Longitude address is not easy, so MaxMind rounded it off. BIG mistake! -MAXMIND IP LOCATOR -https://www.maxmind.com/en/locate-my-ip-address - -[Season 1 | Episode 9]- TRANSCRIPT- https://blog.curiositycrossing.com/9 - WEBSITE- https://www.curiositycrossing.com - SOURCES- https://www.splinternews.com/how-an-internet-mapping-glitch-turned-a-random-kansas-f-1793856052 https://www.mercurynews.com/2016/08/11/how-a- kansas-home-wound-up-with-600-million-ip-addresses-and-a-world-of-trouble/

04-06
08:25

The Rubber Duck: From Decoys to Toys and Beyond

The rubber duck is an iconic bath toy that has been beloved by children for generations. However, many people may not know that the rubber duck was originally created as a hunting decoy. In this podcast episode, we explore the fascinating history of the rubber duck, from its origins as a tool for hunters to its evolution as a beloved toy and cultural icon. We also look at the ways in which rubber ducks have been used for scientific research and how they have raised awareness about plastic pollution in our oceans.WEBSITE:https://www.curiositycrossing.comTRANSCRIPThttps://blog.curiositycrossing.com/8

03-30
10:52

Coin Shortages- Why do they happen?

They happen all the time, but why can't we just make more coins to combat them? Learn more about the logistics of how a coin shortage happens and how we can stop them. S1 E7 | Curiosity Crossing - Answering questions you never thought to ask! Check us out on the web at: https://www.curiositycrossing.com Transcription available here: https://blog.curiositycrossing.com/7

03-23
07:23

8 Buffalo and a Waffle House

Buffalo buffalo buffalo buffalo buffalo buffalo buffalo buffalo. It's an actual sentence, and it's grammatically correct. Listen to learn why. What is the waffle house index? We cover that too!Website-https://www.curiositycrossing.com

03-16
08:55

Flying Cats, Horse-Powered Boats, and Senator Candy!

In this multi-episode of Curiosity Crossing, we will look at the buttered cat paradox, the Experiment (great name), and the Candy Desk! Join me, Zeke, as we answer questions you never thought to ask! https://www.curiositycrossing.com Go to https://blog.curiositycrossing.com/5 for a TRANSCRIPTION and BLOG POST of this episode! If you could take a moment and leave a review that would make my day! Learn how at https://www.curiositycrossing.com/review! Thanks for listening. I'll see you next Thursday!

03-09
09:26

Why we STILL use USPS!

Why do we use the postal service? We have amazing technology like email, so why not get rid of it? FEEDBACK | IDEAS | WEBSITE New episode every Thursday!

03-02
07:54

Where did Lorem Ipsum come from?

In this episode, you'll learn all about the dummy text "Lorem ipsum."Where did it come from?Why do we use it?Why is it gibberish?AND MORE!WEBSITE | FEEDBACK | EPISODE IDEASNEW EPISODES ARE RELEASED EVERY THURSDAY!SHARE WITH A FRIEND!

02-23
11:11

.tv (Not made for television)

In this episode of Curiosity Crossing, we take a look at the .tv domain name. It doesn't actually stand for television!WEBSITE | FEEDBACK | IDEASMake sure to download the episode to support the podcast. New episodes every Thursday.Thanks for listening. I'll see you next week!

02-16
06:48

When Sweden switched sides of the road

All about Dagen H, the day Sweden switched from driving on the left side of the road to the right.WEBSITE | FEEDBACK | IDEASPlease download this episode to support the podcast. Thanks!

02-10
08:12

Podcast Trailer

This a quick welcome message to keep you up to date!WEBSITE

02-09
00:23

When Sweden Switched Sides of the Road (Dagen H)

Sweden made a bold decision to switch from driving on the left side of the road to the right in the 1950s. This change was called “Hogertraffikomlagningen” or “Dagen H.” The decision to switch sides was not made just to shake things up, but rather to address a number of factors. For example, all of the countries surrounding Sweden drove on the right side of the road, which made crossing borders difficult and led to many collisions. Additionally, most cars were equipped for left-side driving, which created a blind spot on the right side of the car. The Swedish Parliament approved the proposal despite the fact that 83% of the population wanted to continue driving on the left. The government launched a four-year educational program managed by the State Right Hand Traffic Commission to help prepare people for the switch. The program featured brochures, flyers, and other materials, as well as trainings for police officers. Logistically, the switch required a lot of work. Thousands of cars needed to be converted for right-hand driving, and approximately 350,000 signs had to be removed or replaced. On Dagen H, not essential traffic was banned from 1 o’clock to 5 o’clock in most areas, and all vehicles were required to stop and switch sides at exactly 4:50. After that, they had to wait until 6 o’clock to resume their travel. Despite initial opposition and logistical challenges, the switch was ultimately successful. Collisions dropped by 40%, and passing on narrow roads became easier due to the right-hand drive steering wheels. While there were 157 accidents and 32 injuries during the switch, this was still considered a huge accomplishment given the scale of the operation. The Swedish government’s decision to switch sides of the road was a bold move that ultimately led to safer and more efficient driving on Sweden’s roads. The change didn’t last though, and the number of accidents returned to its original level quickly.Make sure to follow the podcast so you never miss an episode!WEBSITE (https://www.curiositycrossing.com)

10-11
06:39

Trailer

Curiosity Crossing: Unique events you've never heard of!

10-11
00:40

Quick Update (Deleting soon!)

This is a quick update!Curiosity Crossing is RELAUNCHING on Wednesday, October 11 (in two weeks). This episode and all of the others will be deleted THIS WEDNESDAY, Oct. 4.Thanks for listening!

09-30
00:53

Fun Facts and Guess the Stats 1 (BONUS)

A fun bonus episode!! See that "1" up there in the title? That implies that there might be more!! ;) Don't click this: https://www.curiositycrossing.com/secret.

04-28
10:53

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