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
Connecticut
On this episode of Info On The Go, we’re heading to Connecticut — the 5th state to ratify the U.S. Constitution on January 9, 1788.
Its name comes from a Mohegan-Pequot word meaning “lon…
D.A.R.T. (A Dah of Info)
DART: Earth’s First Test Against Asteroids
The Double Asteroid Redirection Test (DART) was NASA’s groundbreaking mission to test planetary defense by altering an asteroid’s path. Launche…
Smallpox's
William and Kat dive into Smallpox. Smallpox caused by the variola virus, was one of history's most devastating diseases. Its origins remain uncertain, but evidence suggests it evolved …
Vikings
The Vikings were seafaring people from Scandinavia—modern-day Denmark, Norway, and Sweden—who lived during the Viking Age, roughly from the late 8th to the 11th centuries. Known for the…
Memorial Day (A Dash of Info)
Memorial Day is a U.S. federal holiday observed on the last Monday of May to honor and remember military personnel who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces. Originating …
Tomatoes
Tomatoes: From Poison Apple to Global Star
Tomatoes are flowering plants from the nightshade family, native to South America and first cultivated by ancient Mesoamerican civilizations li…
Plastic Crisis
Plastic Crisis – Info On The Go
How many times a day do you come in contact with plastic? The answer might surprise you. From bottles and bags to clothing and construction, plastic is ev…
The Dangers of Unregulated Energy Drinks ( A Dash of Info)
A Dash of Info: Energy Drinks – A Look Back and a Warning
Following our deep dive on energy drinks in our latest Info On The Go episode, we’re bringing you some extra insights here on A …
Dysentery
"Dysentery: The 'Bloody Flux' Through History"
On this episode of Info On The Go, we dive into the grim yet fascinating history of dysentery, also known as the "bloody flux." From ancien…
Tractor Pulling
This episode comes straight from a listener request, and you know we aim to please! So let’s plow ahead and dive into the world of Tractor Pulling—the ultimate test of horsepower and e…
KitKat (A Dash of Info)
In this episode, we dive into the fascinating history of KitKat, one of the world’s most iconic chocolate bars. From its humble beginnings as “Rowntree’s Chocolate Crisp” in 1935 to bec…
Trade Surplus, Deficits and Tariffs
What is Trade?
Trade is the voluntary exchange of goods or services between individuals, businesses, or countries. It can involve tangible products like food and clothing or intangible …
Nasal Irrigation
Today’s topic comes from personal experience: dealing with allergies and sinus infections. Nasal irrigation has been around for thousands of years, originating in ancient Ayurvedic prac…
Mother's Day (A Dash of Info)
Happy Mother's Day to all the Moms out there from William and Kat!!
Honoring motherhood has deep roots, stretching back to ancient civilizations. In Greece and Rome, goddesses like Rhea…
Georgia
Georgia is known as the Peach State—but do you know why? Spoiler alert: It’s not because it grows the most peaches! In this episode of Info On The Go, we dive into Georgia’s deep histor…
Future of AI
Artificial Intelligence (AI) refers to the development of computer systems that can perform tasks typically requiring human intelligence—such as learning, problem-solving, and decision-…
Yellow Journalism (A Dash of Info)
A Dash of Info: Yellow Journalism explores the sensationalist newspaper wars of the late 19th century, where Joseph Pulitzer and William Randolph Hearst used exaggerated headlines and d…
Energy Drink
Did Japan invent energy drinks specifically to offset methamphetamine use? Not exactly—but the story is more intriguing than you might think. In this episode of Info On The Go, we dive …
History of Cheese
On this episode of Info On The Go, William and Kat dive into the rich and fascinating history of cheese, tracing its origins back over 7,000 years. From its accidental discovery to the…
Malachite (A Dash of Info)
Malachite is a striking green copper carbonate hydroxide mineral known for its distinctive banded appearance and historical significance. Formed through the oxidation of copper ores, i…