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Question of the Day - Podcast

Question of the Day

 Matchbox.io

Learn something new every day! Question of the Day, the award-winning interactive trivia game for Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant is now a daily podcast.


For a few minutes each day, the Question of the Day Flashcast, or miniature podcast, features veteran radio hosts Murray Horwitz and Tamika Smith, as they discuss each day’s topic. Entertaining and educational, the Flashcast explores questions about science, history, literature, movies, geography, and more.


Created by Matchbox.io, Question of the Day is available through such voice assistants as Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Samsung Bixby. With millions of fans in eight countries around the world, Question of the Day is one of the most popular voice experiences out there.


To receive the full Question of the Day experience, just ask:


  • “Alexa, what’s the question of the day?” or 
  • “Hey Google, ask question of the day.”

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Arts Literature Society & Culture History Science Learning
Update frequency
every day
Average duration
3 minutes
Episodes
467
Years Active
2020 - 2024
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Barbie Dolls

Barbie Dolls

Why has Barbie been so popular over the past 60 years? Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they discuss how the Barbie line has grown to meet demand since the 1950s.

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Tue 26 Jan 2021
The Iron Curtain

The Iron Curtain

The term "Iron Curtain" was used by various politicians throughout the 20th century. In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika discuss the historical impact of the phrase.

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Mon 25 Jan 2021
Odessa, Ukraine

Odessa, Ukraine

The port city of Odessa has a rich history. Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they discuss the history, culture, and sights of Ukraine's 4th largest city.

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Mon 25 Jan 2021
The Percussion Family

The Percussion Family

What exactly makes up the percussion family of instruments? In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika explore the many instruments you hit with a stick or mallet.

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Mon 25 Jan 2021
The Kelvin Scale

The Kelvin Scale

The Fahrenheit and Celsius scales don't quite cut it for scientists whose research involves very cold temperatures. In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika dive into the cold and explore the Kelvin s…
Fri 22 Jan 2021
The Matrix

The Matrix

Why was the 1999 movie The Matrix considered groundbreaking? In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika explore the story behind this sci-fi blockbuster.

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Thu 21 Jan 2021
Guatemala

Guatemala

We have a special guest today! Tamika's life partner Kenny Moreno joins today's Flashcast to discuss his native country of Guatemala.

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Wed 20 Jan 2021
I Have A Dream

I Have A Dream

How did the 1963 March on Washington come together? In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika discuss what was happening in the Civil Rights Movement at the time and explore the lead-up to one of the g…
Tue 19 Jan 2021
Jane Austen

Jane Austen

Wait, Jane Austen was a comedy writer? Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they dive into the influence of this English novelist and how she became one of the greats of world literature.

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Mon 18 Jan 2021
Ramadan

Ramadan

For Muslims around the world, Ramadan is the holiest month of the year. Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they discuss the meaning behind Ramadan and what it means to those who follow I…
Sun 17 Jan 2021
The Doppler Effect

The Doppler Effect

You know when an ambulance passes you and the siren seems to change pitch? What's that all about? Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they explore the concept of the Doppler effect.

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Sat 16 Jan 2021
Scuba Diving in the Sulu Sea

Scuba Diving in the Sulu Sea

Pack your scuba gear for today's journey! Join Murray and Tamika as they take us on an exploration of the Tubbataha Reefs in the Sulu Sea, off the coast of the Philippines.

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Fri 15 Jan 2021
Chords and Arpeggios

Chords and Arpeggios

Do you know the difference between chords, triads, and arpeggios? In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika give us a quick lesson in music theory, with examples from a pianist, a harpist, and Beethove…
Thu 14 Jan 2021
Play-Doh

Play-Doh

How did wallpaper cleaner become a children's toy? In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika explore the history (and smell) of Play-Doh.

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Wed 13 Jan 2021
Sunflowers and Radiation

Sunflowers and Radiation

What's the connection between sunflowers and radioactive materials? In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika explore how plants can help scientists in cleaning up a toxic mess.

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Tue 12 Jan 2021
Fast Food in America

Fast Food in America

McDonald's, Burger King, Wendy's, White Castle: America loves its fast food. Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast for a discussion on fast food joints.

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Mon 11 Jan 2021
Remembrance of Things Past

Remembrance of Things Past

"In Search of Lost Time." How does one make sense and find meaning in life? In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika discuss French author Marcel Proust's quest in writing his seven-volume novel.

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Sun 10 Jan 2021
The Gulf of Aden

The Gulf of Aden

Where in the world are Murray and Tamika taking us today? Join them for today's Flashcast as they explore the Gulf of Aden, home to one of the major shipping lanes for international trade, as well as…
Sat 09 Jan 2021
Google

Google

Chances are good that you've Googled something today. Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they dive into the history of one of the largest and most successful companies in history.

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Fri 08 Jan 2021
The Edo Period

The Edo Period

For more than 250 years, there was peace throughout Japan during the Edo period. In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika delve into the history of this feudal military government, during which common…
Thu 07 Jan 2021
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