Info On The Go
Info On The Go is a family-friendly podcast designed for curious minds of all ages! Perfect for learning on the go, our weekly episodes dive into fascinating stories, important events, and fun facts from both the past and present.
Whether you’re commuting, traveling, or enjoying some downtime at home, we make learning engaging, accessible, and entertaining for the whole family. From historical milestones to modern marvels, every episode is packed with insights, surprises, and a few laughs along the way.
Join us as we connect the dots between history and today’s world, sparking curiosity and inspiring conversations that will keep everyone coming back for more.
So tune in each week for your dose of fun, learning, and discovery — because the journey of knowledge never ends!
Thank You for listening and Stay curious,
Kat & William
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- Update frequency
- every 2 days
- Average duration
- 25 minutes
- Episodes
- 102
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
The History of Dungeons & Dragons
Before it was a billion-dollar cultural force, Dungeons & Dragons was just a handful of rulebook pamphlets, clattering dice in basements, and two gamers with a radical idea: what if the…
The Origins of Mayonnaise
It started as a debate—Blue Plate or Hellmann’s? But mayo’s story is bigger than any brand. From ancient emulsions to French chefs, Southern kitchens, and Japan’s Kewpie craze, we’re s…
Lobsters and why are they called the cockroaches of the sea? (A Dash of Info)
I love lobster—always have, always will. But here’s the thing… they share more in common with cockroaches than you might think. In this episode, we crack open the science behind lobste…
Understanding Strokes
Strokes don’t wait, and they don’t discriminate. In this episode of Info On The Go, we break down what strokes really are, why they happen, and how to spot the signs before it’s too la…
Oak Ridge. The Secret City That Changed the World
A city with no name. Erased from maps. Tens of thousands working on a mystery they could never talk about—until the day the world changed forever. Behind guarded gates in the hills of …
What Is a Sandwich, Really? (A Dash of Info)
Is a hot dog a sandwich? What about a taco… or that sad PB&J from your middle school lunchbox? We’re biting into one of life’s tastiest debates—what really makes a sandwich a sandwich.…
SPAM
On this episode of Info On The Go, we're diving into the surprising story behind one of America’s most iconic—and misunderstood—foods: SPAM. From its humble beginnings during the Great…
How Yellowstone’s Hidden Fungus Could Feed the Future
As the world races toward a population of 10 billion and the climate crisis deepens, how will we sustainably feed the future? On this episode of Info On The Go, we journey from the ste…
The Sausage Duel (A Dash of Info)
In 1865 Prussia, a fierce political feud nearly turned into the strangest duel in history—not with pistols, but with poisoned sausages. In this episode of Info On The Go, we dive into …
The Scent of Civilization, A History of Deodorant
Why do we go to such lengths to smell good? In this episode of Info On The Go, we roll back the (sometimes fragrant, sometimes funky) history of deodorant — from sacred rituals in ancie…
Miasma Madness, from Foul Air to Fresh Starts
Long before germ theory rewrote the rules of disease, people looked to the air—and their noses—for answers. This immersive episode of Info On The Go dives into the ancient and eerie wor…
Stripped for Glory: Naked Athletes of the Ancient Olympics (A Dash of Info)
Imagine a stadium packed with cheering crowds—not for athletes in sleek uniforms or branded gear, but for bare, oiled bodies gleaming in the sun. No spandex, no sneakers—just skin, stre…
The Great Stink: When London Reeked of Desperation
So close your eyes and imagine this: you're trapped inside a porta potty at the peak of summer—it's hot, humid, and full. Now imagine the entire city of London smelling like that for we…
Ford Tractors One Name, Two Stories
Kat, you know how Ford transformed the auto industry—but did you know two different companies once sold tractors under the “Ford” name, and only one had anything to do with Henry Ford?
I…
The Tomato’s Bad Rap (A Dash of Info)
Step into the courtroom of public opinion in 1820 Salem, New Jersey, where the tomato stood accused of being deadly. That’s right—this now-beloved fruit was once feared as poison, thank…
Peanut and Peanut Butter Time
Actually yes… we’re doing an entire episode on peanuts—and naturally, peanut butter too.
On this nutty (but not actually a nut) edition of Info On The Go, we dig deep into the undergroun…
The secret life of sand
Grab your shovel and your pail—we’re digging into the wild world of sand!
You know it as the stuff stuck between your toes or hiding in your car floor mats, but this gritty grain is sec…
Lamb's Quarter (A Dash of Info)
Today, we’re spotlighting a plant you’ve probably pulled out of your garden, stepped on by the roadside, or mistaken for a weed—and that’s because, well, it is a weed. But not just any …
Ley Lines and Song Lines
Ley lines: are they ancient trade routes, channels of Earth’s subtle energy, or just a coincidence of dots and lines on a map? Today, we dive deep into one of the most compelling—and co…
Menopause
On this episode of Info On The Go, we explore menopause not as a single event, but as a powerful journey through three interconnected stages: perimenopause, menopause, and post menopaus…