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Join Chris Umphryes and Payton Gessel as they share all of their useless knowledge with you every other Monday.
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Chris is out this week, so Payton is joined by guests Kenton Steiner and Mark Artrip. Mark names his Mount Rushmore of Hip Hop. Kenton finds a sweepstakes too good to be true. Payton discovers the master of tent-pitching. They also discuss the surprising origins of Wayne County, Ohio.
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Payton looks to Ancient Rome for new Christmas traditions. Chris struggles to understand the appeal of figgy pudding. They also discuss misleading thermometers on store-bought turkeys.
Chris brainstorms ideas for a new side gig. Payton explores ambitious web design trends from the 90s. They also discuss Denmark’s unorthodox use of cinnamon.
Payton discovers why lighting technology took so long to evolve. Chris dreams of becoming a background actor after studying one man’s unlikely path to stardom. They also discuss a cologne that smells like WD-40.
Chris finds a loophole for saving money on electric vehicles. Payton sets the record straight on the science behind hugs. They also discuss a prison guarded by geese.
Payton discovers the baggage associated with being named Kevin in Germany. Chris finds a map of New York’s best free toilets. They also discuss the merits of being considered unremarkable.
Chris learns about an extremely unfair football game. Payton reports on the state of the German soda industry. They also discuss how Spanish grocery stores became the newest dating craze.
Payton decides if competitive spreadsheets are greater than the =SUM of their parts. Chris debates if his love for golf is strong enough to make him tolerate running. They also discuss a secret cause of bad breath.
Chris learns how to hack old phones using a box of Captain Crunch cereal. Payton eats too many hot dogs and learns why they are considered patriotic in Australia. They also discuss the best ways to spend a $2 bill.
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Payton falls in love with Eurovision and learns how Chechnya censors music based on tempo. Chris tracks the progress of a music teacher trying to circumnavigate the globe. They also discuss fixing your car by burying it underground.
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Chris recounts the fight that led to a change in his favorite hot sauce. Payton finds a new alternative to Olympic Equestrian. They also discuss the etymology of Chips Ahoy! cookies.
Payton chronicles the annual race to deliver Supreme Court rulings. Chris finds the fanciest fake restaurant in London. They also discuss the snowboard's original (and much worse) name.
Chris participates in an all-you-can-eat shrimp contest and finds a man who eats junk food for entertainment. Payton learns about the British nobility and how they influenced the common sandwich. They also discuss hiring a hermit to live in your garden.
Payton chickens out of leaving a 3-star review and learns why that’s not a bad score in Japan. Chris discovers an unreliable ride-share alternative. They also discuss a South Park episode hidden inside a video game.
We recorded today’s episode while fishing! Chris investigates a 90-year-old record with a fishy past. Payton discovers the parasite behind crazy cat ladies. They also discuss why the Midwest smells like a wet dog.
Payton watches The Devil Wears Prada and searches for his signature scent. Chris’s dad meets a legendary theme park guest. They also discuss the best way to throw a Pringle.
Chris discovers a man who pretends to sue his friends. Payton takes shelter in his basement and wonders why his city never gets hit by tornadoes. They also discuss Target's advanced forensics division.
You can listen to Buck's podcast episode about tornadogenesis here.
Payton begins to see hidden faces in everyday objects. Chris studies a baseball fan’s strategy for catching 12,000 game balls. They also discuss how to be a successful video game pacifist.
We're back with more of your questions, including:
Why do we say adjectives in a very specific order?
What is the meaning behind handing someone a white feather?
What is the smallest crime I can commit on a cruise ship to be considered a pirate?
Thanks to everyone who wrote in!
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